16
Aug
A Charming Styled Southwestern Wedding
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Who likes horses, an open field, fresh country air, and a gorgeous Southwestern couple to top it all off? THIS GIRL! I had an opportunity...
16
Aug
Heather & Jordan’s Romantic Wedding in the Sky
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This gorgeous Southern California wedding has all the feels – romantic, modern, cool, and epic. The Bride & Groom picked the most epic venue to...
16
Aug
MDP is Featured on Voyage LA!
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I am so excited to share that I have been featured on a popular artsy magazine, Voyage LA! It is an incredible honor to be...
21
Apr
A Dream Airstream Shoot With Stephanie
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I had possibly the hippest and most amazing shoot ever. The super fun and adventure-loving Stephanie found me on Instagram, loved my work, and reached...
13
Dec
A Guide to Prepare for Your Photoshoot
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Thank you so much for choosing Monique Dao Photography to document your special moments! To help you prepare for the shoot, below are a few...
09
Dec
A Christmas Romance: Marisol & Nick
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I am in love with this Holiday mini session. Nothing beats a sweet little romance, surrounded by Christmas trees, with this adorably young, cute, and...
25
Nov
What Are You Really Paying a Photographer to Take Your Photos?
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Before I became a photographer, I never knew or expected how misunderstood the profession would be. I’ve never had to explain my corporate jobs to...
03
Sep
A Red Woods Forest Romance: Lauren+Nick
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I am IN LOVE with this romantic session from this morning. The minute I discovered there was a hidden RED WOODS forest not far from me,...
29
Aug
A Dreamy Afternoon in a Flower Field With Phi
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Phi and I connected through a Facebook group, and today, we decided to have an impromptu photoshoot. 🙂 We went to one of my favorite...
11
Aug
Why I Can’t Shoot For Free
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I feel like this is one of those “Duh” topics, that when you read it, you’ll go “Well, obviously.” But sometimes it seems many are still...
10
Aug
An Intimate Shoot With Gleveen
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I had the pleasure of photographing the vibrant and elegant Gleveen at her loft in Los Angeles. Her friendly and inviting personality would make you immediately feel...
07
Aug
My Photography Exhibition at the Orange County Fair!
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I’m so honored to have three of my wildlife images accepted into this year’s Orange County Fair! Images of a Hummingbird, a Red Fox, and...
01
Aug
Hanging Out in the Meadows With Emily
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I got to hang out with this sweet and gorgeous Emily out in the lush green meadows. Beautiful scenery and a photogenic subject – it...
31
Jul
Three Sisters in the “Woods”
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Hanging out with these three beautiful sisters, in a magical foresty place with tall trees, and catching the most epic light? Yes, please!
22
Jul
Guitar Portrait Session With Stephen
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Guys do not often like taking pictures. It’s mainly a girl thing, for some reason. And if a guy is in the pictures, it’s usually...
21
May
Fields of Gold Portrait Session With Hannah
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Wildflower picking in the middle of a golden field? How could I refuse? When you have the perfect lighting, a picturesque scenery, and a gorgeous client...