Born in Northern California. I've been in love with the arts as far back as I can remember, and after experimenting with different mediums I picked up a camera and never looked back. Photography is my hard-fought full time career, it's a privilege and a blessing. First and foremost I am a fashion & commercial photographer- I used to feel like I needed to keep that separate from this work but have found that it's something to embrace.
I've spent many years crafting my technique, honing my lighting skills, and mastering color grading & retouching. This heavily shapes my approach to lifestyle and wedding photography, I ere on the side of authenticity and timelessness with an editorial & documentary perspective over adhering to current trends that will expire in a year or two.
I've spent many years crafting my technique, honing my lighting skills, and mastering color grading & retouching. This heavily shapes my approach to lifestyle and wedding photography, I ere on the side of authenticity and timelessness with an editorial & documentary perspective over adhering to current trends that will expire in a year or two.
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This is an important part! Look through my work, stalk my instagram, do what you have to do to get a feel for who I am. You will spend a good amount of time talking to your photographer- planning, shooting, etc. It's so important to make sure and pick someone who YOU feel good about, those "I just feel it in my gut" feelings!
Reviews (4)
Adrianna C.
Aug 19, 2021
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I was searching for a photographer to take graduation pictures. I had a virtual celebration for my master's degree and felt like I didn't have a "moment" in my cap and gown. I requested a quote from Aly and she explained to me her different packages. Her quote was reasonably and I am in love with my pictures! They came out better than I expected :). Aly was a great photographer, she had a lot of fun and creative poses for me to do. She has a great personality and made the session fun!
Izzy O.
Jun 25, 2020
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Aly Montez is an exceptional collaborator, art director, photographer, retoucher and lighting guru. With any project you know you are in absolute good hands with Aly.
I approached her with my music video and she came in ready with never a negative attitude when slip-ups happened and always sought for the project done and done WELL. Her creative, open personality, and professionalism makes her easy to communicate with.
You never have to look further when doing business here.
I approached her with my music video and she came in ready with never a negative attitude when slip-ups happened and always sought for the project done and done WELL. Her creative, open personality, and professionalism makes her easy to communicate with.
You never have to look further when doing business here.
Sheila M.
Jun 25, 2020
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I absolutely loved working with Aly for my small business! Not only is she very professional and creative, she has such a sweet and chill personality which made my first ever professional portraits very comfortable. She knows exactly the shot she wants and how to get it, and the photographs came out absolutely beautiful, more than I could have hoped for to showcase my studio space. I will 100% be asking Aly to shoot future events/spaces for me and I would recommend her to anyone!
Amy S.
Feb 09, 2019
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Aly is not only a talented photographer and editor, she she 'knows' people. My mom and grandma were hesitant when I suggested a family shoot, because they're self conscious and not sure what to do in front of a camera. I also have a 5 year old who wanted to do anything but sit still. Aly put them all at ease and made it fun for my daughter.
Her patience for and care about the client really show, and that shows through in the faces on film. I would definitely recommend her!
Her patience for and care about the client really show, and that shows through in the faces on film. I would definitely recommend her!
