Surf Photography Packages
Santa Cruz In-Water Surf Photography Session
Book your own personal photographer for your surf session. Photographing from the lineup provides a unique perspective that captures the energy and emotion of surfing from within the action.
You'll receive unique, immersive images that can only be captured from the water. These are fully resolution, ready to print photos.
Sessions are available throughout the Santa Cruz, including the Pleasure Point area, Cowell's, Capitola, and other local breaks depending on conditions. These sessions are ideal for longboarders, shortboarders, beginners, experienced surfers, and groms looking to document their progression or preserve memories from a great day in the water.
Arrive suited up and ready to paddle ~15 minutes prior to start of session to allow time to chat, get familiar with the break, etc
What you recieve
- ~10-15 curated, fully edited pictures
- Exact quantity dependent on surf conditions of the day and length of session
Investment
- 60 minutes = $160
- 90 minutes = $240
- Additional person = $75
Santa Cruz Beach/Cliff Surf Photography Session
A great option for larger groups, larger breaks, or those with a smaller budget. Photo session shot from the beach or cliff.
Arrive suited up and ready to paddle ~15 minutes prior to start of session to allow time to chat, get familiar with the break, etc
What you recieve
- ~10-15 curated, fully edited pictures
- Exact quantity dependent on surf conditions of the day and length of session
Investment
- 60 minutes = $100
- 90 minutes = $150
- Additional people = $40 each
fine print
- Payment: 50% non-refundable deposit due upon booking, remainder due day of shoot
- Scheduling:
- Shoot can be rescheduled up to 12 hours prior to agreed upon time, so watch the forecast closely
- Clock starts the moment I get in the water and end the moment I get out
- Sessions are scheduled around surf conditions and photographer availability.
- Usage Rights: Fee includes rights to all high resolution images for personal, non-commercial use - request personalized quote if looking for commercial usage
- Travel Policy: Rates are for the Santa Cruz area and do not include travel - request personalized quote if requesting services outside of Santa Cruz County
- Location & Conditions Policy: Session locations are selected based on surfer ability, ocean conditions, safety, and the photographer's ability to provide effective coverage. Final approval of all locations and conditions rests with the photographer. Sessions may be relocated or rescheduled when conditions are unsafe or unsuitable for photography.