Wedding Photographer in Monterey
You are planning a wedding in Monterey and looking for a wedding photography experience that is light on stress.
With over 8 years of destination wedding photography experience photographing amazing weddings all over the U.S and part of Europe, my goal as your wedding photographer is to not only show up, do my job, and go home....
It's to provide an experience that brings joy to you and your guests, and allows me to capture every moment that matters most to you, from the wedding rehearsal to the wedding day.
As a proud preffered wedding photographer for The Barns, The Beach Station, and The Perry house, I am ready to work with your wedding team and photograph your wedding exactly how it felt.
MEET DANA - your Destination
150+
Elopements and Weddings Worldwide
15
Countries traveled and counting
16 +
Destination Weddings and editorials in Europe
100%
Of Couples Say Their Day Felt Effortless
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The Destinations With Dana Promise:
For my Monterey couples, I believe your wedding experience should feel as thoughtful as the place you chose to celebrate. From the first email you receive after inquiring to the final delivery of your gallery, everything is handled by me. I do not use AI to respond to emails, cull images, or edit wedding photos. Each image is carefully reviewed and edited by me, allowing me to preserve the emotional moments that define your wedding in Monterey and that no moments are missed in your wedding gallery.
Pricing
DWD offers two wedding packages that include travel, engagement sessions, rehearsal-day coverage, wedding-day photography, and more. Full transparency, you will know exactly what you get and the cost of each pacakge.
Monterey Wedding Experience
DWD provides a personalized wedding photography experience from the time you inquire to the final gallery delivery day. Find out what the experience is all about using the link.
"My wife and I were truly lucky to have Dana photograph our wedding"
- Courtney and Alden
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"An amazing person and photographer! Dana helped us through: from deciding what shots we wanted, to helping us with our timeline, to shooting engagement photos, to keeping us on schedule on the big day. My husband and I are so happy we went with her"
- Karen and Nate
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Wedding Highlights from Monterey Weddings
You found the right wedding photographer if...
What You Might Be Feeling Right Now
The good news? You don’t have to do it alone. I’m here to make this entire experience feel easy!
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You’re dreaming of a Monterey wedding where both your rehearsal and wedding day are photographed…. but the idea of coordinating photos and timelines feels overwhelming.
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You want your photos to feel natural. Where the wedding photographer will guide you if needed, and step back when the moments occur naturally.
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You want someone you trust. Someone who knows Monterey well, understands the timelines, and someone who you have a fun connection with.
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You want your entire weekend captured. From your welcome dinner to your final send-off - every moment matters.
Each Monterey wedding is different. What you design and envision on your wedding day is different than any other wedding I have photographed. You still deserve coverage that allows me to capture everything you want, and gives you and your partner an experience you both, and your guests will never forget!
The Monterey Wedding Photography Experience
Created for you...
Before my husband joined the military, we got engaged and planned a whole wedding in three months. Our priority was simple - create a wedding day that was unforgettable because it would be the last time both sides of our friends and family will all be in one place.
It was the best day we could ever hope for and those wedding photos bring us such joy.
This is my mission as your photographer in Monterey - and that is to capture your wedding day the best way I can to ensure all the great moments (planned and unplanned) are captured so you can all look back and say "that was the best wedding ever!"
You, your partner, friends, and family deserve wedding images that bring you such joy when you look back on them 10+ years from now.
Want all of the details?
here's what our time together will look like
Let’s start with a complimentary consultation to get to know one another (because your photographer’s personality matters). You want your wedding photographer to feel like your best friend, and this conversation is how we make sure that happens.
I’m big about supporting local and indulging in high-touch experiences. While I love following along on your personal journey, a "like" is not enough to show my appreciation - you can expect a custom gift for the two of you with lots of yummy welcome treats.
Throughout the planning process, we keep in touch. I’m not about to let you slip away and then “catch up” closer to the wedding day. As a seasoned traveler and professional hype friend, I’m only a text or email away anytime you want to plan your wedding details.
The day before your wedding, I will join you (with my camera) for the rehearsal. It’s amazing how this simple step can make the entire wedding day experience much more enjoyable for everyone involved (because I actually know your family and friends during your group portraits!).
On your wedding day, you can expect the kind of images you’ll find in my portfolio. Your details and expressions matter equally to me, and your final gallery will be filled with gorgeous wedding photos that capture exactly how you were feeling in every moment of the day (and all of the stationery and florals you carefully chose over the last year).
(check your mail within 2 weeks for a little something from me, for the both of you)
Within a week, I write a wedding day blog with how the day went based on mine and your guest's experience. My couples have told me that this is one of their favorite ways to look back on their wedding day and they loved sharing it with those who could not attend.
Once I head back home, I will start the editing process. Within 4-6 weeks, I will send you an online gallery with digital high-resolution images (and offer unlimited downloading). This means your gallery will NEVER expire and the link can be shared with anyone!
You deserve the best experience.
And with me, that is exactly what you get.
"Dana is kind, professional, and hilarious!"
She did amazing wrangling our family and friends for photos, and fit right in the intimate setting of our 28 guest wedding in Loire Valley.
Her photos speak for themselves. It was such a wonderful, magical time in person, and her photos really captured the essence of the setting and people. I love that I will have this album forever, I treasure these photos!
- Austyn and Sara
Luxury Experience
Rehearsal coverage the night before for two hours
10 hours of wedding day coverage with two photographers + wedding day assistant
900 + images ready within 5 weeks through an online gallery that never expires
700 + images ready within 6 weeks through an online gallery that never expires
Three 8 x 10 and One 11 x 14 Print of your choice
One 8 x 10 and One 11 x 14 Print of your choice
Engagement Session at two locations anywhere in the bay area
Engagement Session anywhere in the Bay Area
Welcome gift for the couple
Photography mood board + Timeline Planning
Premium Experience
Rehearsal coverage the night before for one hour
8 hours of wedding coverage with two photographers
Welcome gift for the couple
Photography mood board + Timeline Planning
The MOnterey Wedding Photography Packages
Monterey Couples spend on average $5,950 for their wedding photography experience
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Your Wedding Photography Is So Much More Than a Gallery - It’s an Experience.
When you invest in your wedding photography, you’re not just booking someone to take photos. You’re choosing someone who will help you feel calm, confident, and completely present through every part of your weekend.
From the time we connect, to the engagement session, wedding rehearsal, and big day, and through the end, I will be by you side here to ensure you get the Monterey wedding photography experience you've dreamed of!
booked Dana for my destination wedding in the south of France. She was beyond helpful in giving me vendor suggestions and helping me through the planning process. It was such a seamless wedding because of her. I am so lucky to have found her and the moments she captured. Couldn’t recommend her enough for your special events!
- Danielle and Alan
"She was more than just a photographer, she was with us every step of the way throughout our wedding weekend."
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"She was extremely relatable and respectful of boundaries. She listened intently and on the wedding day got all our must have shots out of the way in time for us to enjoy our cocktail hour. Her photography style is so beautiful, but I would say the part I enjoyed the most was getting to know her throughout the process. It felt like I had a friend taking our photos and it made for a much more comfortable and enjoyable experience."
- Marisol and Matt
"We contracted Dana to be our destination wedding photographer. This ended up being one of the best decisions we have ever made!"
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How far in advance should we book you for our California wedding?
Most couples reach out around 6–18 months in advance, especially for high-season dates.
Frequently Asked Questions
What’s included in your wedding packages?
Every package includes an engagement session, wedding day coverage, rehearsal, online gallery and digital images.
Do you photograph beach weddings?
Absolutely! Some of my favorite beach wedding locations are at The Beach Station and Wedgewood Carmel!
Will you help us with our wedding timeline?
Definitely. About a month before the wedding, I’ll help build a photo-friendly timeline so your day flows naturally and you can stay present.
Do you travel anywhere, or only to certain destinations?
I photograph weddings all across California, Florida, and parts of Europe. If your love story is taking you somewhere beautiful, I’ll make it work!
Do you offer coverage for the entire wedding weekend?
Absolutely. I believe weddings are more than one day — they’re a full experience. I’m there to capture it all!
What if the weather changes our plans?
After photographing over 150 weddings, I’ve learned that the best photos often come from unexpected moments. I’ll help adjust the plan, find the light, and make it feel effortless.
What makes you different from other California photographers?
My focus is on presence over perfection — capturing real joy, real moments, and the energy of your weekend. You’ll never feel rushed or posed; just guided, comfortable, and celebrated.
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Recent Monterey Weddings Blogs!
Carmel Highlands Wedding
A styled wedding editorial to show off the amazing wedding and elopement packages Carmel Hyatt has to offer.
Monterey Wedding at The Barns
Karen and Nate had an incredible wedding day at The Barns in Monterey with all their friends and family!
Indian/American Wedding at Perry House
Zara and David decided to keep their wedding day small and intimate, and invite 23 of their family members to Monterey to celebrate two families becoming one.
Follow along on my journey as a international wedding photographer, traveler, and military wife
