How did you start in photography?
Hi, I’m Dustin, the photographer and filmmaker behind Waller Media. I started this business because I love telling stories, and I’ve found that every couple, brand, and business has one worth telling well.
I shoot weddings for couples who want their day captured with creativity and heart, and I create commercial content for brands, hotels, and industrial companies that want to stand out. No matter the project, my goal is the same: to create images and films that feel real and last. I’m based in Ventura and work throughout Santa Barbara and Southern California.
How long have you been shooting weddings?
We started shooting weddings together in 2009 in and around Chicago IL.
In 2011 we moved to the Southern California area and started shooting weddings mainly in Santa Barbara County and Ventura County.
Do you just shoot weddings?
Not at all! While weddings are a big part of what we do, Waller Studio also creates photo and video for brands, businesses, and commercial clients. That includes personal branding, product and industrial work, hospitality and real estate, events, and social media content.
What are your prices?
We have always believed in a fully transparent pricing process. Given that we serve everything from elopements to multi-stay destination weddings -the more info you can give us the best we can give you a quote. Or better yet, lets connect on a zoom call and give you a live quote then! Contact us and lets get this conversation started!
Do you have insurance?
Yup! We have Liability insurance policy with a certificate we can send to your venue if needed. Just let us know!
Can we meet up with you?
We would love to! We love to meet in person with couples, whether it’s to just ask questions about our services or to go over details about your wedding day. We always say that personality is such a big factor when choosing a photographer, so we love to open our home to have you guys over! If you are out of town or if it’s easier, we can also connect over a zoom call!
What equipment do you use?
We use Canon mirrorless R5, R3 and R5C along with their L series lenses.
Do you travel?
YES, we love to travel! One of the perks of shooting weddings is it can take us all over, and we love how amazing destination weddings can be.
Here is how we break down travel
:: Our primary coverage area is Santa Barbara County, Ventura County and surrounding areas within 100 miles or 1.5 hours driving. Anything beyond this we would decide with you if getting a place to stay is needed based on your coverage time.
:: Domestic & International destinations – Its pretty easy – just think of Airfare and Room & Board for the two of us. We cover insurance and other travel requirements.
How long does it take for us to get our photos?
We promise to have the photos to you on your online gallery within 60 days of your your wedding date. We do send you a teaser slideshow of photos the week after to give you some photos to look through and post online. :)
Do we have to order prints?
Nope. With our packages, the price includes the release of printing to you so you can go anywhere and order prints. Your online gallery does have an option for producing your own albums and prints!