What draws me to weddings goes far beyond beautiful details or carefully posed photos. At their core, weddings are about people, the relationships, the emotions, and the stories being woven together. I’m most inspired by the moments that happen in between: the unfiltered laughter, the quiet tears, the beautifully imperfect moments that feel honest and alive. Those are the moments that matter most to me.
I don’t take for granted how meaningful it is to be invited into such a joyful, once-in-a-lifetime day. Being able to document love in its realest form and then give you something you can return to years from now, is something I’m incredibly grateful for. If I get to help you relive one of the most important days of your life through photographs, that’s more than a job to me, it’s a privilege.
Your Fun-Loving Syracuse Wedding Photographer
I'm Santana
am so excited you're here!! I'm Santana, your Syracuse & Central New York wedding photographer
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I’m a wife, a mom to three girls, and someone who finds her happiest moments outdoors especially anywhere with my family or near animals. One thing about me is that I love horses; they have always held a special place in my heart. I grew up riding, spent years with horses as a constant part of my life, and for a while, somewhere between school and starting a family, I lost that connection. Finding my way back to horses later on felt like coming home. The early mornings, the quiet barn chores, the rhythm of caring for them, it’s my escape, my grounding place, and something I love deeply.
I live in Westmoreland, New York, where I grew up and still proudly call home. There’s something deeply special about staying rooted in a place that shaped you, and that sense of familiarity and connection plays a big role in how I approach photographing weddings. Home, family, and legacy matter deeply to me.
I’ve had a camera in my hand for as long as I can remember, documenting everything around me without really knowing why, I just knew I loved freezing moments in time. It wasn’t until I was getting married and beginning a family of my own that I truly understood how important photos are. How they hold memories, preserve seasons of life, and allow you to return to moments long after they’ve passed. That realization is what fuels my love for documenting your beginning and every step that follows.
In 2018, I photographed my first wedding as a second photographer, and everything clicked. The emotion, the storytelling, the once-in-a-lifetime nature of the day immediately drew me in, and I knew this was exactly where I was meant to be.
Since then, weddings have become the place where everything I love comes together, people, emotion, connection, and moments that can never be recreated. Being trusted to document such an important day is something I don’t take lightly, and it’s an honor I’m grateful for every single time I pick up my camera.
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More about me!
A snapshot into my life
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Being a wife and mother is truly one of my greatest accomplishments/gift in life. We love being outside and exploring the great outdoors.
My girls keep me on my toes daily, but I would not have it any other way. We love to travel as a family and are always camping or taking vacations to other states. I want to show my kids the world someday, but one state a time for now.
Family
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Travel feeds my soul. I’m endlessly inspired by wide-open spaces, winding roads, and the feeling of discovering somewhere new. Whether it’s chasing mountain views, exploring small towns, or getting lost in a place I’ve never been before, traveling reminds me how big and beautiful the world really is. The mountains, especially, give me perspective, they’re a reminder to breathe deep, slow down, and soak in every moment along the journey.
Traveling
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Horses have always held a special place in my heart. There’s something grounding about being around them, the quiet understanding, the trust, the connection that doesn’t need words. Time spent in the barn or in the saddle feels like home to me, a place where everything slows down and life feels a little more honest. Horses remind me to be present, patient, and appreciative of the simple moments, and they’ll always be one of my favorite things.
Horses
"Santana was an absolute joy to work with. She is fun, kind, and also patient putting up with all of the pre-wedding adjustments and minor crises with ease. She blended in seamlessly with our bridal party and parents, which made the day so effortless. She kept us organized and on time for the more formal family and bridal party pictures but also for more intimate couple sunset pictures. And speaking of pictures, they’re absolutely amazing. Every single picture is beautiful and beyond compare, we have had a hard time picking just a few from the sneak peek that I want to print for our home. At the end of the night we were walking our dogs and she even made sure to stop us for a quick picture with them! We cannot recommend Santana enough. She was absolutely amazing and we are so thankful she was a part of our day."
Constableville, NY
Katlyn + JAred
"Santana!
What can I say about how amazing she is? She is detailed, personable, thoughtful and has an amazing eye. We drove down the road and pulled over and hopped into a thicket of trees for the most gorgeous pictures. She made everyone feel comfortable. Santana made us laugh and went above and beyond for memorable and important shots. I could not be happier with our photos.
I paid for my friends wedding photos with her as a wedding gift and the first thing she said was, “Santana was so worth it.”
You will not regret booking her!"
Syracuse, NY
Miriam + jeff
"We absolutely love working with Santana. She has been apart of our wedding day and our little guys 1st birthday and we couldn’t be happier with all of our special photos! She is so easy to work with - super responsive , quick, and just all around makes what can be a stressful process very smooth."
Utica, NEw york
Sarah + Jonathan
"Santana shot our wedding and she was the absolute best. She was extremely prepared, kept me calm as a bride, and helped us both feel super comfortable throughout the entire day!! Would love to use her again for other events. Reasonable price for high quality photos!!! 10/10 would recommend."
Massena, NY
Bailey + Tyler
"Amazing. That’s the first thing to say about Santana AND her work. Not everyone is both. She is kind, patient, flexible, and creative. She helps you feel comfortable and guide you, even if you and/or your partner aren’t photogenic or big into photos. My husband doesn’t dread our family photos because of our countless good experiences with Santana. If you were considering booking or at least inquiring…here is your sign, do it."
Utica, NY
Ari + DJ
"Santana does amazing work, she's an absolute natural with her camera! She's easy going and fun to work with. Her photos speak for themselves! She's great with children, can put any husband at ease for natural smiles. I HIGHLY recommend!!"
Barneveld, NY
Rachel + Tyler
"Santana and her work is amazing!! She makes you feel super comfortable and not rushed at all (especially for the men who hate getting their pictures taken). I am a repeat customer and have loved every photo she has captured for me."
Verona, NY
Lea + Julian
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