Oliva Bodas, a wedding photographer in Santander, offers documentary-style coverage with a cinematic touch. We capture real emotions in photo and video so you can relive every moment.
Oliva Bodas is a studio specialized in wedding photography and videography based in Santander, Cantabria. Led by Álvaro Oliva, trained in Film Directing and with over 15 years working in the wedding field, the team turns your celebration into a short film: a visual narrative that records emotions, details and relationships as they happen. Our approach is clearly focused on weddings. We favour a documentary, non-intrusive style that lets couples and guests enjoy the day without feeling the pressure of the camera. At the same time we care for the staging from a cinematic perspective: carefully composed shots, editing guided by a narrative sense, and montages that balance rhythm and emotion. For many couples this results in two complementary products: the wedding photography report — with print-ready images and a digital gallery — and the wedding film, with short versions for social media and a long edit to relive the whole day. How we work: we begin by listening to your story. If you wish, we plan a pre-wedding session to get to know each other and feel more relaxed in front of the camera. On the wedding day we accompany you through preparations, the ceremony, couple portraits, cocktail, reception and the dance, always adapting to the pace of the celebration. We offer packages that combine photo and video for full coverage and, when needed, we can add additional camera operators to guarantee the best result. Our proposal brings peace of mind: technical experience (lighting, sound, post-production), narrative sensitivity and a friendly, professional manner. We work primarily in Cantabria, but we have documented weddings in several Spanish provinces: Asturias, Vizcaya, León, Barcelona and more. In addition to wedding services, we sometimes shoot portrait sessions or portfolios that complement our offer, always maintaining the same visual sensitivity. If you are looking for a wedding photographer in Santander who prioritizes naturalness, narrative and cinematic quality, Oliva Bodas is a trusted choice to turn your wedding day into a memory that moves you each time you look at it.