CINEMATIC STORYTELLING FOR WILD + JOYFUL LOVE STORIES
NORTHERN CALIFORNIA PHOTOGRAPHER SERVING COUPLES WHO DESIRE
Documentary wedding photography for couples who value presence, beauty, and quiet luxury — serving San Francisco, Napa Valley, Carmel & beyond
Meet Monica
Effortless, chic, and story driven photography
Your wedding day isn’t about perfection. It’s about how it felt. With a documentary eye and an editorial sensibility, I capture weddings as they naturally unfold. From the quiet, emotional moments to the late-night energy when ties come off and the dance floor fills. I believe the best photographs come from presence, trust, and letting the day move the way it’s meant to — beautifully, honestly, and with a little bit of chaos.
I’m based in Northern California and work with couples who value storytelling, thoughtful design, and celebrations that feel refined without ever feeling restrained.
My vision as a wedding photographer is to document the day the way it’s meant to be remembered—immaculately designed, emotionally rich, and completely unhinged by the after party. I’m drawn to couples with elevated taste who care more about being present than being perfect, and who plan on going all in once the lights go low. My approach is documentary at heart with a timeless, classic finish—capturing stolen glances, champagne spills, sweaty dance floor moments, and the kind of chaos that feels iconic now and legendary later.
documentary authenticity & editorial refinement
"Beyond the natural, classic, and timeless photos she produces, Monica's work stands out because she captures the emotion of every shot, every moment. Whenever we look at wedding photos, they bring us back to how we felt at that particular time and allow us to relive the joy of celebrating with our family and friends back to how we felt at that particular time and allow us to relive the joy of celebrating with our family and friends."
Kenya + Kristyne
"Monica was simply amazing. I’m a photographer myself - finding a photographer who I trusted and whose work I LOVED was very important to me. If you’re looking for someone who is able to capture you in your element, she’s the one! "
Liz + Kieran
"She makes you feel at ease when she is photographing you and she goes the extra mile to get the perfect shot! She was easily the best decision we made for our wedding. "
Christina + Alex
