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A Few Highlight Zones at the Santa Barbara Courthouse

These are just a few of the iconic locations/areas within the Santa Barbara Courthouse for elopement photos.

Spiral Staircase

From the side or above, this piece or courthouse archictecture is always stunning.

Sunken Gardens

This is where the larger weddings are and also where we have free movies in the summer on the giant blow up screen.

The Magnolia Tree

This beauty right next to the Grand Arch blooms twice a year.  There are not official ceremonies under it but you can capture great portraits under its canopy.

The Fiesta Stage

Classic Spanish brown wood and tile for ceremonies up to 85 people.

Rotunda Lawn

A smaller, shaded location perfect for intimate gatherings of up to 25 guests.

The Bottlebrush Trees

On the south side of property are the beautiful teal shutters and Bottlebrush trees.

“Forever, we will cherish our joyful and emotionally rich family photographs, treasuring each captured memory.”

Hamdi & Leyla

“We are beyond thankful for how our special day was captured and we will cherish our photographs forever.”

Stacy & Thomas

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