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Give your Family
the gift of

Memories

The moments you never want to forget deserve more than a photograph—they deserve to be thoughtfully documented.

Whether you're planning a Northern California wedding or welcoming a new chapter of motherhood, I’m here to create imagery that feels timeless, authentic, and deeply personal.

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Hi, I'm Vanessa!

Your Bay Area Wedding, Maternity & Newborn Photographer

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I

’m Vanessa — a Northern California photographer, wife, and mother of four. I’m drawn to the quiet, meaningful moments that so often become our most treasured memories.

Meet me

My work is timeless, natural, and deeply rooted in connection—from wedding days in wine country to the fleeting early days of motherhood.

I want your photographs to feel like you: effortless, beautiful, and full of feeling.

"Vanessa was amazing! She was so easy to connect with. I needed a photographer for my wedding fast! My wedding got bumped up 5 months and She was so nice and made the process easy, if you planned a wedding you know it can beyond stressful at times and booking her was so easy and made one less thing stressful. During the wedding she was awesome, great attitude, very positive, and willing to do whatever to make sure you felt special. Our photos are gorgeous! Thank you Vanessa!"


Caitlyn

"I got married in Napa Valley and didn't know who to hire for my professional pictures. The venue recommended a few names and after contacting Vanessa I knew that is who I wanted to work with. She was very caring and patient. She was on time and didn't disrupt the moment when I was getting ready, instead she made it special. She gave us poses to do and talked to the venue to make sure we could go to a little bridge I wanted to take pictures at. I highly recommend her!! destination."


Sara

"From start to finish, working with Vanessa was an absolute dream. We knew our wedding photos would be important, but the moments she captured completely exceeded all of our expectations. From the very first consultation to the final delivery of our images, every step of the process was seamless, professional, and filled with care.

On the day of our wedding, Vanessa was not only incredibly skilled but also a calming and positive presence. They blended into the day perfectly, capturing candid moments without ever being intrusive. The photos are a perfect mix of breathtaking portraits and those spontaneous, emotional snapshots that tell the story of the day. From the laugh-filled getting ready shots to the tender first look, every photo is a work of art."

Lucy


"Vanessa was the best. She constantly communicated with Ash and I. She was very patient, and took very detailed pictures.
I would recommend Vanessa for wedding photography."

Pooja


"Vanessa photographed our outdoor wedding. Although lighting was a challenge, Vanessa's great eye made all of the pictures perfect. She was professional, nice and a good communicator. "

Debbie


"Vanessa is hands down the most professional and easy going photographer we’ve ever had. She is so good at her craft and puts so much work into the entire wedding day! I can’t say enough great things about her. "

Jessica


"I cannot say enough good things about our experience with Vanessa! From start to finish, she went above and beyond to capture every moment of our wedding day with such beauty, care, and artistry. If you’re looking for a Napa wedding photographer or planning a Sonoma wedding, she is the person you want behind the lens.

Every photo told a story—we laughed, cried, and relived the magic all over again when we got our gallery. The candid moments, the golden hour portraits, the little details we missed on the day—they caught it ALL. Not only are they incredibly talented, but they made us feel so comfortable and at ease throughout the day. It truly felt like we had a close friend documenting our love story. "

Lena


"Vanessa was recommended to me by a fellow photographer. So I immediately thought she would be good. She was able to accommodate our budget which was huge for us as we had a destination wedding. She was on time and immediately took charge of her role. I didn’t have to ask her or supervise her in any way. She took pictures of everything that was happening plus the venue and the flowers, rings, dress, shoes, etc. She found what she needed without giving me more work on my special day and did an amazing job! She even took amazing pictures of the building for our memories. Vanessa was friendly, caring and very helpful giving us poses and ideas. I am so happy with the way she made us feel during our private session. It all seemed natural and easy. I highly recommend her!!"

Paula


That Matter Most

Moments

Thoughtfully documented with an effortless, refined approach—creating imagery that feels authentic today and meaningful for generations to come.

For The 

Weddings
Newborn
Families
Maternity

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I typically respond within 24 hours with gentle help with dates, pricing, and planning.

Email: vanessamontanophotography@gmail.com
Call or Text: 925-413-9949




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Memories

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