Monterey Wedding Photographers

Monterey Wedding Photographers

Our Monterey photographers also provide documentary-style coverage in: Central California, Monterey County, Monterey Bay, Monterey Bay Aquarium, Cannery Row, Fisherman's Wharf

Monterey Wedding Photography, Engagement Photo Sessions + Elopements

Intimate Wedding Photography in Monterey - Capturing the Joy of Small Celebrations - Discover the best Monterey photographers specializing in intimate marriages. Couples are embracing the trend of smaller, more meaningful celebrations. Let our talented photographers capture the happiness and closeness of your symbolic, non-traditional, boutique, or at-home wedding.

By planning a simple Monterey elopement, couples are able to stay present in the moment and fully absorb the impact of their wedding day. With many couples feeling more comfortable and relaxed in intimate settings, it is not surprising that some of the most sincere and touching wedding photos are captured at smaller celebrations.

The WPJA has an abundance of top-ranked, Monterey documentary wedding photographers available right now who understand that some weddings can’t wait. Find yours today!

Recent WPJA WedElope Story Awards

Monterey Photographers for Large or Small Weddings

Shooting an elopement or small Monterey wedding event is a wedding photojournalist’s dream: a fairly open schedule with lots of breathing space for creativity – it’s just the photographer, the couple, the officiant, and perhaps a few select companions.

Central Coast WPJA members are ready to document any micro, courthouse, justice of the peace, or any other type of elopement wedding, even if it is a Monday-Thursday ceremony. Search for the “Can Shoot Weddings on Short Notice!” message on the listings below.

View Award-Winning Pictures from Monterey Wedding Venues

4 Monterey Wedding Photographers...

California wedding and elopement photographer Annie Bang

As a wedding photojournalist and creative engagement portrait photographer in California, Annie Bang brings a background as a former journalist and Associated Press reporter. With a focus on documenting real moments and emotions, she uses documentary and photojournalistic...

Annie Bang

Los Angeles in California, US *Now booking Monterey weddings.
2500 (USD)
California Couple Portrait Sessions and Wedding Photography by Stephanie Secrest

Based in Central Coast CA, Stephanie Secrest is a wedding and engagement portrait photographer. She holds a Master's in photojournalism and has been recognized for her work in prestigious contests like Pictures of the Year.

Stephanie Secrest

Arroyo Grande in California, US *Now booking Monterey weddings.
3300 (USD)
Northern CA, Wedding Photography by Joyce Perlman, serving Carmel and Big Sur

Joyce Perlman is a US-based wedding photographer. She is known for her sophisticated blend of contemporary portraiture and documentary-style images. She also has an extensive background in fine art and visual design.

Joyce Perlman

San Francisco in California, US *Now booking Monterey weddings.
4500 (USD)
Edeelin Labra, Northern CA wedding photography

Northern California wedding photographer Edeelin Labra has a deep love for photography that began long ago. What began as a hobby has become a passionate pursuit for many years. Taking pictures of family and friends was much more than just snapping a shutter - it was...

Edeelin Labra

Vallejo in California, US *Now booking Monterey weddings.
2000 (USD)

Map of Wedding Photojournalists Serving Monterey Couples

Wedding Venue Pictures by Monterey Wedding Photographers

Please select a venue below to view all associated contest-winning Monterey wedding photos.

Monterey Wedding, Elopement and Engagement Images by WPJA Photographers

Below are some Monterey wedding photography samples from the world’s best wedding photographers of the WPJA. Some of these Monterey marriage pictures might be artistic portraits, details, or documentary-style images that have come from getting ready sessions, wedding ceremonies, reception venues, or Monterey engagement portrait sessions with couples.

She said yes, post marriage proposal picture session in Monterey, California showing A man leads a woman across the rocky bluffs above the ocean at sunset

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How can couples find Monterey photographers for pre-wedding engagement portraits?
A: The WPJA issues Diamond Awards for Monterey wedding photographers to showcase their best engagement photography work. These awards are given to photographers who prove that they have an ability to be creative, artistic, and intuitive while working on-location with couples who are newly engaged.
Q: Where can I find a photographer for a short-notice, small Monterey wedding?
A: There are many WPJA photographers who are able to help you out at a moment's notice. We understand that sometimes love happens and there's simply no time to lose. We can ensure that you can get married as quickly as possible — and have incredible photographs to remember your Monterey wedding day by.
Q: How can couples find top-ranked Monterey wedding photographers?
A: The WPJA created the original wedding photographer ranking systems. Our innovative system is based on contest winning points, meaning that the Monterey photographers you see at the top of your search results page have recently won the most — and the most recent — contest awards. Our contests judge photographers based on their creativity, style, composure, and ability to capture the heart of any couple's story on their wedding day.
WPJA Communiqué: Featured Wedding Photography Articles
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