with photo heirlooms
Priceless
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.
Your Bay Area Wedding, Maternity & Newborn Photographer
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’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.
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.
"We had amazing experience with Vanessa! She was incredibly easy to work with and captured such warm, natural, emotional moments. She was very accommodating and delivered the dreamy sunset photos we had envisioned. We’re so happy with the final images and highly recommend her!"
Maternity session
Bindiya
"I had a fairly last minute idea for a maternity photo shoot, and Vanessa made herself available and stepped up without hesitation. This was also a special shoot as I was using it to reveal my pregnancy to my daughter. Vanessa helped me out by getting my photos to me timely so I could announce it to everyone else before my girl did. She’s definitely a great option for a Brentwood maternity photographer if you’re looking for one ."
Gina
Family session
I can’t wait to hear your story. Fill this out and I’ll be in touch soon!
I typically respond within 24 hours with gentle help with dates, pricing, and planning.
Email: vanessamontanophotography@gmail.com
Call or Text: 925-413-9949
Let's Create
Memories
Beautiful
