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Mike and Gina Steelman are a husband and wife wedding and event photographer team based in Monterey, California. Together they make up Steelman Photographers.

Mike and Gina specialize in photographing weddings and relationships for the most discerning clients in Carmel Valley, Pebble Beach, Monterey and Big Sur. For over 17 years they've mastered the art of capturing the little details, big moments, all the feels and the “in-betweens” that make for not just incredible photos, but real memories. Their heart for creating emotionally charged images results in images that you can feel. With an intimate knowledge of California's Central Coast, they have wonderful relationships with the local elite venues, but also travel frequently for their destination wedding, elopement, and corporate clients. From their hearts' homes in California, Hawaii & Idaho, to Florida, Punta Cana and beyond, Mike and Gina bring a down-to-earth professionalism and are your best selection for your photography needs.


Mike and Gina's commitment to Creating Art From Your Beauty™ is what drives them, whether it's photographing an intimate adventure elopement in Big Sur, a wedding on the beach of Maui, a proposal on the greens of Pebble Beach, an engagement session in the vineyards of Carmel Valley, a marriage ceremony atop the mountains in Idaho, or an illustrious corporate soiree in downtown San Francisco.

If you're the kind of person that values experiences over things, you're their kind of people. Learn everything you need or want to know at www.steelmanphotographers.com! There's a robust amount of info all there!

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Frequently asked questions

Which of the following are included in the starting price?

2nd Shooter
Multi. Locations
One Event / Day
Digital Files

Which of the following are included in the price of your most popular wedding package?

2nd Shooter
Engagement Shoot
Multi. Locations
One Event / Day
Slideshow
Albums
Canvas
Digital Files
Flush Mount
Prints

What primary photographic style do you identify with?

Contemporary
Photojournalism

What photography services do you offer?

High-Res Images

What photography items do you offer?

Albums
Digital Files
Flush Mount

Reviews of Mike Steelman Photographers

Kristen
Kristen Sent on 03/17/2014
5 out of 5 rating
Mike and Gina are a fantastic duo! Mike's incredible energy and enthusiasm makes you feel so comfortable in front of a camera. He photographed our engagement photos, then photographed our wedding on September 2013. My husband and I were blown away! Photography is by far one of the most important things to book for your wedding as it captures all the special moments, details you plan, expressions of your loved ones, and much more! In fact, my husband and I saw Mike's photos online, spoke with him on the phone, met with him for a consult, and booked him a year and a half before our wedding. He was the first vendor we booked, and we chose all our other vendors based on recommendations from him - even our venue! He had the ability to capture more than we could ever imagine! All our guests talked about how personable he and his wife were, and how they thought they were guests as well! I couldn't ask for a more professional and attentive team. I highly recommend their services if you want a relationship with your photographers, want to feel comfortable, want great advice, and photos are important to you! You get way more than you pay for! We also chose to have a hand-made Japanese photo album made with amazing quality pictures, fun cut out and flip open pages, and 150 photos - this was an incredible option for us as we are both very artistic people! I carry it to show everyone, and my guests love to relive our wedding through the album as it appears to tell a story with such vibrant colors! I will ask for Mike and Gina to be our photographers again for all future life events. They now feel like friends! Thanks Mike and Gina!
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Taylor Sent on 10/28/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Book Mike & Gina – You will be SO happy!

Mike & Gina are true gems! Not only are they incredibly sweet and personable, but they produce quality photographs that take you back to your memorable day as if you were experiencing it all over again.
After our proposal shoot at Carmel Valley Ranch, we liked Mike and Gina so much we continued to celebrate with them over wine on the pool terrace.
We cannot be happier with their service and product. Highly recommend them to any future couple, company, or family!
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Sevak Sent on 07/10/2019
5 out of 5 rating

proposal photography

Mike and his wife are awesome! They were recommended to me by the people at carmel valley ranch, where i was planning my proposal during a weekend getaway. I have a very demanding job so getting away to make calls can be tough,but 2 phone conversations and a few text with Mike and he helped figure everything out, including the where and how as he was familiar with the location. Beyond that, he went to pick up the flowers for me so that i wouldn't pay delivery fees, and him and his wife acted a bit when it came time for the proposal to make the proposal extra special.
He caught some amazing shots, and made us feel comfortable, matter a fact he wasn't in our face he just let us be and focused on the moments.This is coming from someone who's very uncomfortable with pictures and can't pose to save his life. His directions were, walk this way, hold hands and then he worked his magic. He had the photos edited and uploaded in about 7 days, where we were able to download photos in multiple formats (print/social media) and have a phone friendly version He's price is relatively the same as most photographers but i got wayyyyyyy more than i paid for, absolutely amazing service. They truly care and are happy to capture these moments. Would use again
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Awards

12

Professional Network & Endorsements

5 Endorsements
A Sparkling Event A Sparkling Event Wedding Planners

Mike and his lovely wife Gina are fun to work with. They make their couples feel comfortable and relaxed on their day. They are professional and easy to work with. Their years of experience will make your day and photos what you dreamed of.

Sound In Motion Entertainment Group Sound In Motion Entertainment Group Wedding DJs

Just one of the coolest and most unique personalities in the biz, we have had lots of time to get to know Mike and his awesome wife Gina and they are the real deal. You'll have so much fun with him - he is funny, dead-on honest and daringly creative in his art. Thumbs WAY up : )

Sarah Ward Events Sarah Ward Events Wedding Planners

Mike is a special photographer. I always tell my brides & grooms that when choosing a photographer you need to be aware of not only their work but also their personality. Mike is a perfect example of someone working with passion and joy. And that shows. His work is not only amazing but so is his personality. Booking with Mike Steelman Photographers will ensure a day perfectly captured and a fun experience while it's being captured.

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Mike Steelman Photographers frequently asked questions

Mike Steelman Photographers includes the following photography services in the starting price:
  • 2nd Shooter
  • Multi. Locations
  • One Event / Day
  • Digital Files
Mike Steelman Photographers includes the following photography services in their most popular wedding package:
  • 2nd Shooter
  • Engagement Shoot
  • Multi. Locations
  • One Event / Day
  • Slideshow
  • Albums
  • Canvas
  • Digital Files
  • Flush Mount
  • Prints
Mike Steelman Photographers offers the following photography styles:
  • Contemporary
  • Photojournalism
Mike Steelman Photographers offers the following photography services for weddings:
  • High-Res Images
Mike Steelman Photographers offers the following photography materials for weddings:
  • Albums
  • Digital Files
  • Flush Mount
Mike Steelman Photographers is recommended by 96% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.8 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.9 in quality of service, 4.9 in flexibility, 4.8 in value, 4.7 in average response time and 4.7 in professionalism.

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