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steelman
steelman
monterey - carmel - Big Sur - Hawaii - BOISE - DESTINATIons
Mike and Gina Steelman are a husband-and-wife photography team based in Monterey, California, specializing in elevated wedding and event coverage along the Central Coast and select destinations.With over 20 years of experience, their work is defined by a refined, documentary approach—capturing not only the defining moments, but the quieter, in-between interactions that often carry the most meaning. Their imagery is intentional, composed, and deeply personal—created to preserve not just how the day looked, but how it felt to be there.
Known for their discretion, efficiency, and ability to direct without disrupting, Mike and Gina are trusted by couples, planners, and premier venues where expectations are high and timelines move quickly. Their presence brings a sense of calm and quiet confidence to the day, allowing clients to stay fully present while knowing the moments that matter are being captured with care. At its core, their work is about authenticity and creating images you can feel™.
Creating art from your beauty...™
Every wedding shares certain elements—but no two are ever the same.
Your day isn’t something to be approached routinely or treated as just another booking. It carries meaning, history, and moments that won’t exist in the same way again. We approach that responsibility with the same level of care and intention, whether we’re documenting a large-scale celebration or an intimate elopement along the coast of Big Sur or Maui.
If you value imagery that reflects that level of attention, take a few moments to explore our work. Then, when it feels right, let’s connect.
Your husband & wife photographer team
Your husband & wife photographer team
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An absolute over-abundance of galleries for your viewing pleasure. Take some time to connect and feel the images. Marriage proposals, elopements, weddings, family portraits, and even a few corporate events - it's all here.
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99% of your questions will be answered here, no joke. There are a ton of things to think about & digest when planning your wedding. We get it. We've got you.
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“Honestly, we couldn't have imagined a more perfect day.”
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We're fine art wedding photographers who also photograph a handful of corporate clients, private events, and family portraits throughout the year. If you made it this far and are looking for something other than photos of couples, check out the options below.
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"Mike Steelman is a true professional with a passion for his job. He made me and my fiance feel very comfortable in front of the camera, resulting in natural expressions and amazing images (the colors he brings out are fabulous!). Mike was unobtrusive throughout the day, but was able to capture all of the special moments of our wedding day in a most beautiful way. He is amazing, and as a wedding professional myself, I would definitively recommend him to any and all couples!"
- Kristin & Bob
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With the love these two share, Folktale Winery in Carmel Valley never looked so good! Their Carmel Valley wedding was stunning...
Alyssa & andrew
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Mike Steelman and his wife are by far the most talented photographers I know. I have worked in the news business for five years and have not encountered a photographer with as much passion, creativity, and professionalism...
- Dianne Derby
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The wedding pictures are seriously amazing!!! I love how you caught so much emotion in a picture. Normally pictures are a snap shot, a still. But these are an exception. They have so much life in every one, it is amazing. I don't know how you do it! Those special moments really are priceless and you can't get them back. Thank you again!
- Niki West
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"AMAZING!! THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR CAPTURING OUR MOMENT! LOVE."
McKinley & Fadi
"These are unreal! We are just over the moon right now. thank you mike & gina! these photos are amazing!"
Alicia & Randy
"THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR CAPTURING OUR SPECIAL DAY. WE COULD NOT HAVE CHOSEN SOMEONE BETTER. THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING US!"
Dalia & Matt
"THANK YOU FOR EVERYTHING YOU DID!! YOU MADE MY FIANCÉ FEEL SO SPECIAL...SHE FELT TOTALLY COMFORTABLE AND EXCITED! YOU MADE OUR DAY EVEN MORE SPECIAL... IT WENT PERFECT. GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR WIFE FOR MAKING IT SOOOO INCREDIBLE. AND WE ARE THANKFUL BEYOND WORDS CAN SAY!! ... STUNNING!! THE PHOTOS ARE ABSOLUTELY INCREDIBLE!"
Josh & Jordan
"WOW, THESE ARE FANTASTIC!! THANK YOU SO MUCH! STUNNING!! THE PHOTOS ARE ABSOLUTELY INCREDIBLE!"
Alyssa & Andrew
"TO SAY THESE ARE AMAZING WOULD BE AN UNDERSTATEMENT. YOU EXCEEDED ALL EXPECTATIONS & WE'RE SO GRATEFUL! THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR BEING RAD AND FRIENDLY, & FOR MAKING US FEEL INSANELY COMFORTABLE DURING OUR SHOOT. YOU CRUSHED IT!! WE LOVE YOU!"
Victoria & Ian
"WOW! ARE YOU KIDDING? THESE ARE SO AWESOME!"
Carley & Mac
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Mike was an absolute dream. I would highly recommend him. He is incredibly passionate and enthusiastic about weddings and his work, and passionate about his subjects. He really took the time to get to know us and to share in our excitement about our day. And it shows in the photos, how relaxed we were around him, how much fun we had!
- Kat J.
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Whether your wedding is in your own backyard or on the other side of the world, you want a day that reflects you. And well, that's what we're all about. Check out all of the details in
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Mike and Gina Steelman are MONTEREY, CALIFORNIA WEDDING and event PHOTOGRAPHERS THAT have been photographing weddings and events for 21 years. Specializing in Coastal weddings and vineyard receptions, MIKE AND GINA PHOTOGRAPH EVENTS IN CARMEL, PEBBLE BEACH, BIG SUR AND MONTEREY THE MOST. destination wedding photography comes naturally AND IS ALWAYS AVAILABLE.
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