Moments in Time owner, Adam W, was absolutely amazing. After reaching out to multiple photographers…read morein the area to capture our anniversary pictures, we could not be more pleased. Being from the East Coast and 2400 miles from our home, we wanted our annivetsary in Carmel to be remembered forever. Adam not only captured memories that will last a lifetime, but we also gained a friend. Adam is a remarkable person and is gifted to give just the right guidance for capturing the most beautiful images on Carmel Sunset Beach during golden hour. We have worked with multiple photographers in the past, and Adam is a gifted photographer who truly captures moments in time. Let him capture your next big moment. You'll have images you'll cherish for a lifetime!

I am so glad I hired Adam for my surprise proposal to my girlfriend. Living in SoCal and having…read morenever been to Monterey/Big Sur, I planned my whole proposal based on google searches, reddit threads, and word of mouth. Being a Big Sur/Monterey local, Adam provided extremely helpful insight and feedback for my proposal. He definitely helped relieve a lot of the stress during the planning phase of my proposal. On the day of the actual shoot, the day-of jitters was overwhelming at times, but Adam's energy and demeanor was very centering. He was patient and gave my new fiancee and I space to calm ourselves, and also knew when to take charge and guide us with our poses. He also had amazing and creative ideas for how to pose and brought us to local, reclusive spots to take intimate photos. Best of all, Adam always had a smile on his face and he made us really think like we were supermodels walking the runway haha. If you're going to do any photoshoot, especially a proposal or engagement shoot, in the Big Sur/Monterey area, I would highly recommend getting Adam!!

Shannon is truly incredible--just book her! From the moment I saw her breathtaking dog photography,…read morealong with her stunning landscapes and masterful use of light, I knew she was the one we wanted for our big day. She exceeded every expectation. As a one-woman powerhouse, Shannon captured every moment beautifully--and then some. Her photos are absolutely breathtaking, some of the most stunning I've ever seen. Beyond her talent, it was Shannon's energy and spirit that made the day even more special. She was kind, calm, and such a joy to be around. Everyone who met her couldn't stop raving about how fabulous she was. If you want to take the stress out of your big day, do yourself a favor and book Shannon--you won't regret it.

I was fortunate enough to have Shannon shoot for our engagement photos in Big Sur, California…read more Shannon exceeded our expectations in making our vision come to life. She was so comfortable and fun to work with. One of the best things also was how quick she was on getting the photos back to us! We were so happy with how the photos turned out and would love the opportunity to work with her again!

Flora is incredibly thoughtful, talented, and invested. When we first started looking for potential…read moreelopement photographers, we really had no idea where to start. I googled, and conveniently Flora was one of the first ones to come up for us. As soon as I saw her site and portfolio, I was blown away by what she's able to create for couples. If only I could be so lucky.. When we met with her the first time, she was very warm, approachable, and I could tell she picks up on personal details so quickly. We signed with her not long after- really just an awesome 45 minute experience and we already felt comfortable with her! Fast forward to itinerary planning and putting custom touches on our special day- Flora was responsive, available, and willing to work with us to make it the most memorable and unique experience. Flora knows all the best spots along Monterey/Big Sur for timeless, romantic photos. As a guide on our wedding day, it was like we had known her for years- she has a way of cutting through any anxiety and just making you feel so seen and understood. I don't usually enjoy or feel comfortable when someone is taking my picture or staging photos- with Flora, I had none of that, and actually really loved the experience. Our itinerary was exactly as planned, including a couple nice-to-have spots we weren't even thinking of. I would work with her again and again at the drop of a hat. Thank you so much for being a part of this with us. We couldn't have done it without you (and wouldn't want to!)

We hired Flora Gibson Photography for our Big Sur elopement on 10/22/25, and choosing her was…read moreeasily one of the best decisions we made. We originally found her through a Reddit post in the elopement subreddit, and after seeing her stunning work, we immediately knew we wanted her as our photographer. We even shifted our date just to fit her availability that's how incredible her photography is! From the very beginning, communication was top-notch. We booked her in early December, and throughout the entire process she was professional, responsive, and helpful. Her elopement guide, complete with recommended vendors, made planning so much easier. On the day of our elopement, Flora made us feel completely at ease. She guided us through poses naturally and effortlessly, helping us look and feel like ourselves. Her knowledge of Big Sur is unmatched she grew up in the area and knows all the hidden gems, which made our photos even more magical. We were blown away by her quick turnaround as well. She sent preview photos within 2 days (when most photographers take 1-2 weeks!) and delivered the full gallery within 3 weeks, far faster than the usual 6-8 weeks. And the photos... absolutely jaw-dropping. We were stunned when we saw them. Everyone we've shared them with has been amazed, with multiple people saying they look like something out of a magazine. We truly cannot thank Flora enough for capturing our day so beautifully. We highly, highly recommend her to anyone looking for a talented, professional, and genuinely wonderful photographer.

We got such beautiful newborn and family photos. We were given a breakdown on all things that were…read moreincluded (poses, color scheme, wardrobe, time for baby feedings, phot9 prints/digitals, album). It was such a comfortable and easy experience. I never felt rushed. The finished products were beautiful and I am so thankful for all the work that was put into creating these beautiful memories for our family.

This is THE place to capture your memories with your family. My daughters, husband and I had such a…read moregreat experience together with Liliana and Jon. They made my girls feel so comfortable and made us all look like movie stars wow! I have been in the area for over ten years and know that Beautiful Blessings is THE BEST. We will be returning for our newborn photos and also were very happy with our company photos. They do it all! Thank you, for helping us look so elegant and for your care, details and expertise.

We used Rachel earlier this month for family photos after our son turned one and we loved her! She…read morewas prompt in responding to my inquiry and her prices and packages are competitive. On the day of our shoot, my husband woke up very sick. He wanted to cancel but I begged him to hang in for a few hours until our session was complete. He agreed but he was irritable the whole time. Our son was cranky and teething and hadn't slept through the night for at least a week. Plus we had just partied for three days with out friends at our family beach house in Moss Landing so I was super tired! To top it off, the weather on the afternoon of our shoot was unforgiving. When Rachel arrived we sort of rushed her through our session because we all wanted to get back home to the Bay. I figured we wouldn't get a lot of good shots but if we got at least a few it wouldn't be wasted effort. She was gracious and patient and gave us just the right amount of direction that we needed since my husband and I feel super awkward in front of the camera. Despite giving her zero workable material, the photos came out gorgeous! (And we received them in a week!) I couldn't believe it. She made something out of nothing and now we have these beautiful and precious photos of our family to cherish forever. We will definitely be using Rachel again! We are so so full of gratitude!

Amazing! My wife and I are overjoyed the photos we got from our session. Rachel was a great…read morephotographer and quickly made us feel at ease in a usually awkward situation.

I would not hesitate to hire Lorinda for any photo shoot's you need done. She is on time, and knows…read more100% how to photo you at your best angle it comes natural to her. Lorinda did a fantastic job with my son's graduation photo's.

If you are reading this stop looking for another photographer! Lorinda is the absolute best. She…read morewent above and beyond with our surprise engagement shoot this past weekend. Coming from Sacramento, I had no clue where to pull off the surprise, but Lorinda had the answers for everything. Which beach to have as the venue, which hotel to stay at, and even had extra outfits for my now fiancé to change in to. We had a lot of family come in for the surprise and she was extremely professional with guiding all of them as well. As for the shoot itself, Lorinda captured our memorable moment with some stunning images. She knew exactly what she was doing, which lighting worked for each pose, she made us very comfortable, and the whole shoot felt very candid. Thank you again Lorinda for everything, 5/5 is an understatement.

Chris was absolutely amazing! He helped me throughout the entire process, from choosing the right…read morespot to the photoshoot day of. We met prior to talk through the plan and he mapped out my route to propose. I was given a personalized website with all the details. He is very responsive, we had sneak peek photos the same night! I highly recommend! Thanks Chris for helping make our engagement so special!

From the moment we met Chris for our engagement session, we knew we had made the right choice…read more Neither my husband nor I are naturally comfortable in front of the camera, but Chris made us feel relaxed and like ourselves. By the time our wedding day came around, it felt like having a friend there with us. On our wedding day, he captured every moment so effortlessly. He somehow managed to be everywhere at once while never making us feel like we were constantly posing. Looking through our photos, we get to relive the emotions of the day all over again. Every laugh, every tear, every little in-between moment was captured so beautifully. And then, somehow, he delivered our entire wedding gallery just one week later. We were absolutely blown away--not only by how quickly we received them, but by how incredible every single photo was. Chris is unbelievably talented, professional, and genuinely such a joy to work with. If we ever need professional photography again one day, he'll be the first person we call to capture those memories too. We truly can't recommend him enough.

Jay was kind, flexible, and so excited with me during my grad photos! Most importantly, he made me…read morefeel comfortable. He took many, many shots in a variety of places and I just love how they turned out. I will definitely be returning back to home for my future photography needs!

I typically don't leave reviews, but I have to share the outstanding job done by JH Photographers…read more He was punctual and communicative for our vow renewal ceremony & when I mentioned I had some late guests I wanted to wait for he had no problem staying a bit longer. I initially only had him booked for our ceremony, but we got so much more time and more pictures than expected. A big reason for our renewal was due to having a lack of photos from our original wedding. JH has sent me half of the ones from our session within only a couple of days (special request from me to get some thank you cards out) and I'm already satisfied. Thanks again!

Where do I even start? I asked friends for a recommendation for a local photographer that did…read moreweddings. I was given a dozen different ones that I went and researched on my own. My husband and I have played with photography in the past and were really picky on who we would choose for our big day. We were blown away by Manuel's website and work. He responded quickly to my online inquiry and any and every random question I had. Due to Covid, this was the only person besides our family and minister that would be at our wedding. He arrived at the location before we did, which I didn't expect, because I'm usually the first one everywhere. I met him and his lovely wife/assistant and was instantly at ease. I didn't even have to ask, they immediately starting documenting our big day. They gave direction when we asked, but it was like they weren't even there, yet they captured every single special moment, ones even I missed. Our family left talking about how nice and professional they were. We received our pictures back FAST, and holy crap... I cried out of happiness as I looked through them. They were so good, I literally don't know how to pick which ones to print to put on the wall. Every time I look through them, I find even more that I love and appreciate. If you are thinking of hiring Manuel, do it. My friends and family are obsessed with our pictures and I'm so grateful we chose him. I will stop strangers on the street and tell them about my amazing experience. I look forward to working with him in the future.

Simply put, Manuel Ortega is a superb, talented, artistic, and professional caliber wedding…read morephotographer who fulfilled all our expectations and more. Beyond his exceptional photography skills, Manuel is warm, friendly, and easy to work with, honest, reliable, a good listener, and attentive to you needs/preferences. He loves his craft, which shows in the quality of his photos and the joy with which he approaches his work and conducts himself. Manuel's wife Melissa is a talented photographer in her own right and together they work efficiently and effectively as a team on all their shoots. They were both an absolute pleasure to work with from start to finish. We also enjoyed meeting their adorable son who came along with them to our engagement photo session! We spent days searching for our ideal wedding photographer. It was important to us to work with a person of color, and we are so grateful that we found Manuel, a fantastic photographer who is also Latino. We could not have chosen better. Unlike many other high quality, professional wedding photographers we researched whose prices are astronomical, Manuel's pricing is reasonable, affordable, flexible, and it allowed us to stay within our budget, which we greatly appreciated. For our engagement photo session, we met Manuel at a beautiful beach in the Carmel area just before sunset. It turned out to be an ideal spot for our engagement photo shoot and we were very happy with how the photos turned out. The setting was gorgeous, lighting ideal, and there was hardly anybody else there. Manuel helped put us at ease immediately with his relaxed manner and professionalism, which made it easy for us to follow his instructions and get some great candid and posed shots. Manuel's top-of-the-line camera equipment takes amazing photos with him at the helm. Melissa helped out with the backlighting and instructing us on ideal hand and body positions for the shots. We highly recommend doing the engagement photo session. It gave us a chance to get to know Manuel & Melissa and to develop rapport and an easy working relationship with them prior to the wedding. So, on our wedding day, we knew what to expect and already felt at ease working together. Prior to the wedding, Manuel promptly answered all our questions and we also had a great final conversation with him about our specific photography wishes/preferences for our wedding day. Manuel & Melissa delivered in every way. On our wedding day, they showed up early to familiarize themselves with the venue since they hadn't been there before. As a team, they captured all the most important moments of our day, as well as the memorable details. They also did a great job capturing the setting, including the food, the dinner reception set up, the flowers, and beautiful aspects of the venue. Notably, despite the fact that our wedding got off schedule because our ceremony ran longer than we had anticipated, Manuel & Melissa adapted to the situation admirably and went with the flow, doing their best to capture family photos after the ceremony, even though we essentially ran out of time for them! They improvised beautifully under the circumstances. When we received our 1000+ wedding photos from Manuel a few weeks after the wedding, we were blown away. We love the wedding photos Manuel & Melissa captured and are so glad we hired them to be our wedding photography team! We highly recommend them! Rob & Soreliz

Heather is simply amazing! My now husband and I decided to elope along the beautiful cliffs of Big…read moreSur. When I met with Heather for our consult, it felt like I was meeting with a close friend...I could feel all my stress and anxiety just disappear. Heather was very attentive to our every need and not only took the most amazing pictures of our elopement that I have ever seen, but she made sure we had everything we might need. From the flowers, planning the day and location, officiant, we did not have to worry about one thing. I could not recommend Heather more, she captured our special day so beautifully and we are eternally grateful to have found her.

Heather is definitely the kind of person you hope for in a photographer, especially on your wedding…read moreday! I was super excited to meet her and was taken away by her featured photos. She captured our adventure elopement shoot. She knew some cool locations in Big Sur and could not have imagined having such amazing wedding photos captured by anyone else. Energy, kindness, eye to details are my favorite things about her. You are lucky if you are able to book her. It's a no brainer guys, she's it!