Your local favorite light and airy
Monterey Wedding Photographer
Your Monterey Wedding Photographer for all California Couples, and I am so glad you are here!
When you dream about your wedding day, are you thinking about that dream barn wedding at Barns in Monterey? Or maybe a beachside wedding at Monterey Beach Station. You might also be looking at the valley in Carmel. Either way, your wedding is very special and unique to you. I'm here to capture your love story from the getting-ready to the grand exit.
Monterey Wedding Photographer
You can stop looking, you found your wedding photographer!
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Wedding Services
From your inquiry form to the plane ride home, find out what hiring me to be your destination wedding photographer will look like.
THIS IS MY JAM
Portfolio
Get a sense of my style and enjoy endless European wedding inspiration from a few of my favorite places like Paris, the French Riviera, London, Santorini and more.
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The Blog
What I love most about traveling? The moments shared and the lessons learned. The blog is filled with stories and photos of real wedding couples like you, destination wedding travel advice, and so much more.
THAT’S WHAT
I NEED
Recent Work
Alyssa and Ryan
This amazing Laguna Beach engagement session to celebrate Ryan and Alyssa!
Maria and Jon
A private Family Farm wedding with stunning wedding florals and details!
Gardener Ranch Inspired wedding
A classic wedding car, incredible florals, and a few stunning wedding dresses!
Published Work
Destination I Do
We wandered the streets of Paris (on the day of the tour de France) and captured some amazing moments at all the dreamy city locations!
Two beautiful engineers got engaged with a custom ring from Africa. Us three walked the streets of Carmel for an incredible engagement session!
Glam and Grace
Located at the famous and dreamy Villa Ephrussi in South of France, this publication is filled with wedding detail dreams for all couples!
You don’t want a basic wedding package and you definitely don’t want just any
Monterey Wedding Photographer
You want a wedding photographer who you can trust to capture every single moment: from your guests' reactions as they arrive at the picturesque winery or the beachfront wedding you’ve chosen for your wedding venue, to the getaway car at the end of the night when it hits you that you are really married now. You want a wedding photographer who can help you feel calm and relaxed throughout the planning process, and filled with joy and laughter on your wedding day.
YOU CAN RELAX NOW, YOU ARE IN THE RIGHT PLACE.
"Her infectious personality and outgoing nature made us feel comfortable being ourselves. Taking our photos was such an incredibly fun process. When my husband and I met Dana, we immediately connected with her, were impressed with her portfolio, and knew she was the only photographer we’d want to capture our special day. Her website is beautifully designed and easy to navigate, and she goes above and beyond communicating with her clients. It’s clear that Dana loves her craft and is passionate about capturing the love and magic of every moment."
"Working with Dana was an experience we will never forget."
Lindsay and Dillon
"Dana captured our day so beautifully!"
I could not have asked for better photos and a more fun photographer to work with. She is incredibly talented, makes you laugh during photo shoots (which makes the photos turn out incredible), is accommodating, and gets photos back in a very timely manner. Her photos will be up on my wall and in a treasured photo album for years to come. Do yourself a favor and book Dana for your wedding! She's truly the best!
"I have endless nice things to say about Dana and her team."
We initially reached out to Dana inquiring about her wedding day packages and were impressed with the lightning fast response time, the ease of use and clarity of her packages and of course her stunning photography! After an initial call, we felt like Dana was already a lifelong friend of ours and immediately knew this was the wedding photographer for us! Over the past year, Dana has sent us the sweetest welcome package, given us the best photos of us and our dog we've ever had, made us laugh and ensured to get every and I mean EVERY single one of the photos from our wedding we dreamed of. If you're looking for a Wedding Photographer who's a master of a light and airy look and getting family members to show their biggest smiles, Dana is the absolute best choice!
Chandler and Ray
Sarah and Lucian
I BELIEVE LIFE SHOULD BE ENJOYED.
As a Monterey wedding photographer, my connection to my couples is more important to me than anything else.
Serving couples getting married in beautiful wedding locations, whether it’s a vineyard in Carmel Valley or a beach wedding in Monterey, fills my heart with so much joy. It’s always a thrill to return to venues I love, but with nearly 100 weddings in my portfolio, it still surprises me how different each and every wedding day truly is. The menu you choose, the music you dance to, the color palette that inspires you - it all comes together on your wedding day to tell your story.
As your wedding photographer - and your new unofficial hype woman - I’m here to reassure you: your love story is unique and incredible and I will make sure your wedding photos remind you of that every day.
Want all of the details?
here's what our time together will look like
If everything you are reading sounds like I am the right fit for you, make sure you fill out the contact form below. Once I receive your inquiry, I will take it from there.
I will reach out and set up a video call within 24 hours of receiving your initial inquiry form. If at all possible, I want BOTH of you to attend so I can meet you (and appreciate how sweet you are together, obviously).
If we both feel like I’m the right fit for your wedding day (I will be completely honest with you), I will send over a contract and invoice. Once you’ve signed on the dotted line, your date is on my calendar in permanent marker.
Once I am hired as your wedding photographer, expect me to reach out a few times over the planning process. This is so I can be updated on any progress and address any new ideas when it comes to wedding photography on your wedding day!
By the time your wedding day arrives, we are going to be best friends and that will help you relax while I’m doing my thing as your official hype girl behind the camera.
(check your mail within 2 weeks for a little something from me, for the both of you)
After your wedding day, you might feel a little down that it’s all over. But it’s not. I deliver sneak peaks within 3 days, a blog post with my favorite moments, and your full wedding gallery is delivered within 3-4 weeks. I like to deliver these FAST so you don’t fill your social media with those underwhelming camera photos while you wait.
Saying Goodbye is Always the Hardest
so after all of this, promise you’ll stay in touch okay?
When you hire the right Monterey photographer, they do more than show up and take your picture. The right photographer should make you feel calm as your wedding day approaches, comfortable in front of the camera, and confident that your wedding photos will show off your good side.
My team and I will be with you every step of the way. From sending you wedding guides and helping you with wedding photography timelines, to ensuring that every moment you want in your wedding gallery is captured.
You are not alone in this, I got you.
All-Inclusive Wedding Photography Package
1.
A free consultation. The experience you will have will be built on your trust in me, so let's get to know each other, talk about the wedding, and see how I can serve you!
2.
Coverage on your Rehearsal Day, the evening before, and even the day after the wedding. By my team and I attending, we will be able to understand the timeline of the events, which will allow us to prepare, and really get to capture every single moment that whole weekend!
3.
Two photographers to photograph the day, plus an assistant to ensure the dress looks great, the families are gathered, and some BTS videos on the phone is taken for you!
4.
Online digital gallery for all to share that never expires, plus prints for your wall, and a wedding day blog to tell the story of your day so those who could not attend could read about it, and you can look back on this day for years to come!
I offer one package to ensure that my couples get the full experience for their wedding day. No matter how big or small the weekend is, you deserve to have it all captured. From rehearsal coverage, to the full wedding day, and brunch the following evening, I will be there by your side every step of the way!
WHAT I KNOW FOR SURE
With me as your photographer
You’ll ENJOY having your photos taken. Seriously. I know at least one of you hates having their photos taken and is worried they’ll look or feel awkward in the photos. Not on my watch!
You’ll book a wedding photography package that includes exactly what you need to cover your favorite moments - whether that’s a three-day event filled with all the festivities or a classic one-day wedding.
You can count on me to work tirelessly to capture all of your “must have” moments, so you can experience being truly present on your wedding day and not stress over all the details.
You’ll get a photographer who is assertive (read: bossy) enough to get your larger-than-life wedding party to line up for wedding photos, but cheerful enough that you’ll still have an amazing time.
GET EXCITED
And take a deep breath. I know this form is long but it’s designed intentionally with you in mind. After I receive your form, I will reach out to you to book a complimentary consultation where we can connect over a cup of tea (or a glass of wine - we are talking Europe after all).
Just have a quick question? Shoot me a DM on Instagram or email me directly at dana@destinationswithdana.com
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Follow along on my journey as a international wedding photographer, traveler, and military wife
