--- title: "Barnes Photographics - Genia Barnes — Photographers | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/photographers/barnes-photographics-genia-barnes-pfvwus-pf~1477529643 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~1477529643.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Barnes Photographics - Genia Barnes" category: ["Photographers"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/fd13a6ce041447a6_4825-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "1746 Deleware Ave, Santa Cruz, California 95060, United States" latitude: 37.0313 longitude: -122.1198 phone: "(831) 234-5797" website: http://barnesphotographics.com rating: 5 review_count: 30 best_of_houzz_awards: 2 followers: 62 last_updated: 2026-08-27 --- # Barnes Photographics - Genia Barnes Original Houzz profile: [Barnes Photographics - Genia Barnes](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/photographers/barnes-photographics-genia-barnes-pfvwus-pf~1477529643) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Photographers - **Location:** Santa Cruz, CA - **Serves:** San Jose, Salinas, Santa Clara, Santa Cruz, Watsonville, Los Gatos, Monterey, Scotts Valley, Soquel, Capitola, Ben Lomond, Opal Cliffs, Boulder Creek, Felton, Carmel-by-the-Sea, Bonny Doon, Mount Hermon, Brookdale, Pasatiempo, Lompico, Davenport, Paradise Park, Zayante, Sand City, Twin Lakes, Armoas, Carmel, Holy City, Redwood Estates - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (30 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 2 awards (2016–2017), for Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - Recommended on Houzz - Houzz Photographer - 1,000 Ideabook Saves Professional photographer specializing in Architectural and Construction photography ### Services Provided - Architectural Photography - Interior Design Photography - Local Stock Images - Pre-Sheetrock Reference Photos - Real Estate Photography - Seascapes & Beachscapes - Staging and Remodels ### Areas Served - San Jose - Salinas - Santa Clara - Santa Cruz - Watsonville - Los Gatos - Monterey - Scotts Valley - Soquel - Capitola - Ben Lomond - Opal Cliffs - Boulder Creek - Felton - Carmel-by-the-Sea - Bonny Doon - Mount Hermon - Brookdale - Pasatiempo - Lompico - Davenport - Paradise Park - Zayante - Sand City - Twin Lakes - Armoas - Carmel - Holy City - Redwood Estates ### Typical Job Cost $250 - 3,500 ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Barnes Photographics - Genia Barnes | | Address | 1746 Deleware Ave, Santa Cruz, California 95060, United States | | Phone | (831) 234-5797 | | Website | http://barnesphotographics.com | | License Number | NA | | Followers on Houzz | 62 | ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Barnes Photographics - Genia Barnes](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/photographers/barnes-photographics-genia-barnes-pfvwus-pf~1477529643) - **Website:** http://barnesphotographics.com - **Phone:** (831) 234-5797 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - Bachelors Degree in Photography from Berkshire College of Art and Design in England - **Best of Houzz:** 2 awards (2016–2017), for Service. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 30 reviews** ### Reviews **★★★★★ — Carol VanAusdal, April 2020** > As a local Realtor, I have worked with Genia since 2006. She has been my go to for all real estate photography. I recommend her very highly and know that you will not be disappointed with the finished job. The photos are sent in original full size and web format via email in order for me to use on the MLS and websites and print, this makes it effortless for me as an agent. Genia is very friendly, personable and easy to work with. I just called her for another listing coming soon. **★★★★★ — Floor Huggers, June 2016** > Genia assisted us in providing images from a custom floor install, repair and refinish. Outside of the images beautifully capturing the refinish floors, Genia was super helpful in our selection process, editing and even coaching me through my download issues. Our business is growing rapidly and I know she will be one of our go-to's for floor images. Highly recommend. **★★★★★ — fjgfldksjsk, Feb. 2015** > Genia Barnes is truly a professional. She has helped me sell houses for many years! Her eye for capturing the photographic qualities of a home and property is astounding. She is detailed and a perfectionist in the editing of her work and she delivers the product in a very timely manner. In addition to the quality of her work, Genia is a delight to be around--she makes herself available to meet a deadline, she is punctual and she's fun & makes you laugh. I would recommend her for any project in a heartbeat!! > > Deborah Powers > Realtor with David Lyng Real Estate > Capitola **★★★★★ — Caren Spencer, Feb. 2015** > Genia has done a beautiful job with photos on my real estate listings and she has been great with my personal photos and personal marketing. Her photography work is detailed,and she has a great eye.I look forward to working with her again. **★★★★★ — justcalltommy, Feb. 2015** > Barnes Photographics is a highly professional and extremely skilled photographic service company. Always on time for appointment and their high product is of the highest quality. Their wide angle, high definition pictures capture every detail of my subject properties. **★★★★★ — jontwaddle, Feb. 2015** > Genia is extremely professional and helpful when it comes to her trade. I can count on her to do a great job and rely on her for all of my photographic needs. I would not use anyone else and recommend her to everyone in my field. She is awesome and I feel very fortunate to have been introduced to her. **★★★★★ — Century 21 M&M and Associates, Feb. 2015** > I have been working with Genia for five years to photograph our listings (home for sale) and also to generate our brochures. She has an eye for detail and always captures the best angles and lighting. She does mostly daytime photography but has also come back to capture the perfect sunset or twilight shot. Genia also does aerial photography which can be crucial when it comes to coastal properties. She does an exceptional job putting our brochures together and is also fun to work with. I highly recommend her. **★★★★★ — nancycomstock, Feb. 2015** > Genia is the best! I have worked with her for over 13 years and she is consistently the finest photographer for me and my business. My clients love her and are impressed with her photos of their homes. She is tireless and goes the extra mile. **★★★★★ — jleebsb, Feb. 2015** > Genia Barnes did a great job for helping us create marketing material for several of our real estate development projects. I would highly recommend Genia for design and marketing services. **★★★★★ — gregoriomagana1965, Feb. 2015** > Hire her!!!! > > she is the best and you can not get a better bang for your buck anywhere!!! > > Highly recommended from the Magana Team at American Dream Realty in Capitola, California **★★★★★ — Transformational Color, Feb. 2015** > As a painting contractor it is very important to us the way that our projects are presented on our website and in our advertising. Genia is a real pro in her approach to the work she does and yet has an ease about her that makes both my clients and myself comfortable as she does her expert and professional photography. She is prompt, fun, and proficient. Thank you Genia, I am grateful to have found you and look forward to having you photograph our upcoming projects. **★★★★★ — rfalk15, Feb. 2015** > Genia Barnes of Barnes Photographics is an excellent photographer and graphic designer. She has come through for me repeatedly when needed and is an absolute professional under pressure and otherwise. She is my first go to person for my real estate advertising needs. ## Selected projects - [Opal Cliffs Drive](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/opal-cliffs-drive-pj-vj~5912544) - Location: Santa Cruz, CA - Photos: 70 - [New Sunny Cove Beach House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/new-sunny-cove-beach-house-pj-vj~6994890) - Location: Santa Cruz, CA - Photos: 71 - [Magical Pleasure Point Beach House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/magical-pleasure-point-beach-house-pj-vj~6995176) - Location: Pleasure Point, CA - Photos: 37 - Description: Professional Architectural Photographer: Genia Barnes: 831.234.5797 - [New Santa Cruz Community Health Clinic Building](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/new-santa-cruz-community-health-clinic-building-pj-vj~7106949) - Location: Santa Cruz, CA - Photos: 118 - [Famous West Cliff Beach House - On The Other Side](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/famous-west-cliff-beach-house-on-the-other-side-pj-vj~5912602) - Location: Santa Cruz, CA - Photos: 89 - [University College Dorm Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/university-college-dorm-remodel-pj-vj~1737748) - Location: Santa Cruz, CA - Photos: 25 - [San Juan Batista - Historic Adobe Mission](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/san-juan-batista-historic-adobe-mission-pj-vj~973344) - Location: San Juan Bautista, CA - Photos: 34 - [Gorgeous New Bathroom](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/gorgeous-new-bathroom-pj-vj~7169373) - Location: Santa Cruz, CA - Photos: 23 - [New Kitchen and Bathroom](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/new-kitchen-and-bathroom-pj-vj~7169567) - Location: Santa Cruz, CA - Photos: 30 - [Extraordinary Mountain Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/extraordinary-mountain-home-pj-vj~7169592) - Location: Los Gatos, CA - Photos: 56 - [Man Cave and Dining Area](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/man-cave-and-dining-area-pj-vj~7169620) - Location: Santa Cruz, CA - Photos: 51 - [Magical Ocean View Bathroom](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/magical-ocean-view-bathroom-pj-vj~7170639) - Location: Aptos, CA - Photos: 15 - [ADU - Santa Cruz](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/adu-santa-cruz-pj-vj~7170698) - Location: Santa Cruz, CA - Photos: 22 - [ADU - Rio Del Mar](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/adu-rio-del-mar-pj-vj~7170689) - Location: Rio del Mar, CA - Photos: 20 - [Modern ADU](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/modern-adu-pj-vj~7170673) - Location: Santa Cruz, CA - Photos: 22 - [Contemporary Kitchen - Santa Cruz](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/contemporary-kitchen-santa-cruz-pj-vj~7170685) - Location: Santa Cruz, CA - Photos: 18 - [Scotts Valley Kitchen Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/scotts-valley-kitchen-remodel-pj-vj~7170694) - Location: Scotts Valley, CA - Photos: 19 - [Chateau Alba - A Loire Valley Style Castle in the Santa Cruz Mountains](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/chateau-alba-a-loire-valley-style-castle-in-the-santa-cruz-mountains-pj-vj~1160831) - Location: Ben Lomond, CA - Photos: 56 - [New Scotts Valley Bathroom](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/new-scotts-valley-bathroom-pj-vj~7170697) - Location: Scotts Valley, CA - Photos: 10 - [Beautiful Seascape Family Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/beautiful-seascape-family-home-pj-vj~5914330) - Location: Aptos, CA - Photos: 88 [See all 92 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/photographers/barnes-photographics-genia-barnes-pfvwus-pf~1477529643) ## Community Q&A **Q: Countertop** *(in Photo Questions)* What material was used? A: Thank you for you interest and for your question. Please contact the contractor who did this excellent work: Eric Lamascus, owner of Elite Construction \#831.234.5052 and reference 131 Willet Circle, Watsonville **Q: HGTV Beach House for Free** *(in Photo Questions)* wasn't this house on that show? A: Yes **Q: where are the shelves from??** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Eric Lamascus, owner of Elite Construction, did the remodel on this house so I'm sure he would know. Here is his email address: elamascus@discoverelite.com **Q: Need to see outside look of the compete house** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Hi, I was the photographer for this project and I was hired by the painter to shoot his beautiful work on the interiors of the house. He didn't paint the exterior, so I didn't shoot that - sorry. Genia **Q: I love the tile!** *(in Photo Questions)* Can you tell me more about it? Also what paint color did you use? It's beautiful! A: Hi Rochelle, Thank you for your comments. I was the photographer on this project and I was hired by the painter to record his beautiful work. He will be able to answer your questions. His name is Gregory LeBaron, His company is Transformational Color and his number is: 831.435.9706. Thanks again and have a wonderful day. **Q: This house** *(in Photo Questions)* Was it on Beach house bargain hunt. A: I think it was on a Better Homes TV show, but I'm not sure of the actual show title. I know the contractor Eric Lamascus would know for sure - email: el@discoverelite.com --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-08-27.*