This review is 4 years overdue but Ben was there to help capture my wife and I's engagement. Not…read moreonly was he super professional but he was extremely helpful in picking the perfect spot. If you're looking for incredible photography work, Ben is the best option. You won't be disappointed!

Ben was super friendly and easy to work with! We both are introverted but this photo session came…read morenaturally and was so fun :) Our engagement photos came out so well and we are excited to work with him again for our wedding in a couple of weeks :D

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!!

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.

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.

Carol was the best photographer a bride could ever ask for! Her and her second shooter Mohammed,…read moremade the day so much fun and really captured the most amazing shots of our special day! Even the guys had fun! She is so talented and it was so fun to share in her creative process and be her muse. My husband and I are so in love with the images we have seen so far and cannot wait to see more! She captured the nature and spirt of the day perfectly, we felt like royalty. Thank you Carol for your attention to detail and for what I know is going to be the most stunning wedding album yet! I can't wait to book you for many, many more special moments in our lifetime together! Happy Holidays, Chelsea & Lafras

Carol and Justin make up the fabulous team of Carol Oliva Photography. My husband and I did our…read moreengagement & wedding photos with them, and that was the best purchase we made. They both have such an amazing eye for absolutely breathtaking photos. During the wedding, Carol and Justin captured all the moments I was hoping to, without even remembering to bring those shots to their attention. We also used their photo booth during our reception, and that was almost just as fun as the reception! They were so entertaining making our guests laugh, and had the perfect props for our guests to utilize. Another great benefit is Carol's timely correspondence. Anytime I had a question, she'd email me back, with thorough explanation. Their work speaks for itself, when I say that you will not regret booking them for your photography needs!!

We go every year, life permitting The staff is amazing and…read morefriendly. Also so much fun! Pricing and product are perfect . My family has a blast! Can't wait for next year! Thank you Natasha!

Thrilled my husband said yes to this!! Photos turned out awesome and will be forever keepsakes!…read moreDecent pricing and it didn't take very long at all. I highly recommend for a great souvenir!

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.

Taylor was an absolute pleasure to work with! She took photos at our wedding, including the…read moreceremony, portraits, and reception. The whole time, she was so great at telling us where we needed to be and how to pose to get the perfect shots. The photos all came out beautifully, and we're having such a hard time deciding on just a couple to get printed! Leading up to the wedding, we had multiple meetings to discuss the wedding timeline, shots that were important to us, and all of the other important logistics. They were always very well thought-out in advance, and Taylor was incredibly responsive to all of our other questions between calls. We are so glad that we got to work with Taylor and hope that we have more opportunities to in the future! 10/10 experience!

Taylor was just the BEST to work with and we couldn't have chosen a better photographer in the…read moreCarmel area. My fiance and I were visiting from Los Angeles and wanted to get engagement photos done. Taylor was prompt, responsive, and patient in explaining the process. She knew the best locations for photographs and made the photo shoot so enjoyable and fun. She made us feel comfortable and relaxed. I'm so thankful for the opportunity to work with her!

Absolutely beautiful work from a kind & wonderful person! It's so difficult to find a great newborn…read morephotographer that's affordable, & I was thrilled to find her! Amber was great to work with, & so prompt answering messages. She arrived to our home when I was just a week postpartum. She made us feel very comfortable & set up a studio in our home where the best lighting was found. She made sure our newborn daughter was warm and comfortable through the shoot. I was blown away how she could pose Adeline. I could not recommend Amber enough! She is a hidden gem in the Monterey Bay area! Don't think twice to book her, RUN to book her! She's incredible.

Amber was so great! She has a very special touch with newborns and very talented! She took so many…read moregreat photos we don't even know which ones to choose. She is very easy to work with and very flexible. She also gives the photos in 2 weeks, like she said. We couldn't have asked for a better newborn photo session with our little one. I highly recommend her for your newborn pictures.

Just like any other portrait place, this place is pricey…read more Their service is phenomenal. Its run by a husband and wife team. They have a great office. An awesome way to show you your photos. They make you feel very good. Gregg is an amazing photographer, and your smiles will always come out very natural. GO WITH THIS Company when choosing a photographer for portraits.

I am so proud to have beautiful portraits of my family. The way every detail was addressed was top…read morenotch--from the initial consultation to what we would wear (one of my big questions) to the final presentation. I could tell my satisfaction--like total satisfaction-- was what was important to this husband and wife professional team. Having such a beautiful keepsake book of our daughters portraits, as well as our whole family has been a wonderful acquistion that I have showed off over and over. I cannot say enough about the quality of work and the service we received. Gregg made it so fun for us, we laughed and relaxed and really enjoyed the experience. I would recommend this photographer to anyone.