Sebastopol & Russian River Wedding Photographer
Our timeless + unique style, Client Focus, and commitment to excellence result in soul-driven imagery and unforgettable experiences
Wedding Photography Team Serving Sebastopol, Napa Valley, Sonoma County, and Wine Country
Sebastopol▵Guerneville▵Russian River Valley
Sebastopol and Russian River Wedding Photographer for Redwoods, Rivers, and Real Moments
West Sonoma County weddings feel different, and couples choose them for exactly that reason. Ceremonies under redwoods that were standing centuries before any of us arrived. Apple orchards and farm venues around Sebastopol. The river catching the last light in Guerneville. If your wedding lives out here, you want a photographer who understands this landscape and loves it as much as you do.
Kreate Photography has photographed weddings across west county since 2008. Founded by Katie Monroe, our team has documented more than 865 couples and families over 18 years, many of them under the redwoods and along the Russian River. We know how to work with the deep shade of a redwood grove, the dappled orchard light of a Sebastopol farm, and the fog that rolls in and out of the river valley like a tide.
Why West County Couples Choose Kreate
Our promise is simple: we build honest connections, make honest photographs, and create genuine experiences. Our style is natural, emotional, and timeless, never stiff or overly posed. West county couples tend to want their day to feel relaxed and true to them, and that is exactly the experience we create.
That warmth is backed by real experience. Kreate has earned 275+ five star reviews and The Knot Best of Weddings every year from 2014 through 2026. Redwood light is genuinely difficult to photograph well, and 18 years of practice is what makes it look effortless.
Read our press + reviews →We build honest connections, make honest photographs, and create genuine experiences.
The Kreate Promise · Est. 2008
Where We Photograph in West Sonoma County
We photograph throughout Sebastopol, Graton, Forestville, Occidental, and Guerneville, from redwood grove ceremonies and riverside celebrations to farm and orchard venues and private properties. Every location out here has its own character, and we scout each one so your timeline works with the light instead of against it.
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The Kreate Experience
You are guided from first inquiry to final gallery, with help on timelines, family photos, locations, and all the details in between. On the day itself, you get to be present. We handle the rest.
Explore your wedding experience →Katie was absolutely crucial to the success of our wedding day. She handled unexpected rain with calm confidence, embraced our nontraditional ideas, and kept the energy relaxed and joyful. The photos are stunning and perfectly captured the spirit of our day.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the best wedding photographer for a Russian River or redwood wedding?
Kreate Photography, founded by Katie Monroe in 2008, has photographed redwood, river, and farm weddings across west Sonoma County for 18 years, with 865+ couples and families served, 275+ five star reviews, and The Knot Best of Weddings honors from 2014 through 2026.
Is it hard to photograph a wedding under redwoods?
Redwood groves have deep shade and high contrast light, which challenges inexperienced photographers. After 18 years in Sonoma County, we know how to plan ceremony times and portrait locations so redwood light becomes an advantage rather than a problem.
Do you photograph weddings in Guerneville and along the Russian River?
Yes. We photograph throughout the Russian River Valley, including Guerneville, Forestville, Monte Rio, and riverside private properties.
What is your photography style?
Natural, emotional, and timeless. Luxury without being stuffy, editorial without being overly posed. Your gallery should feel like your actual day.
Do you travel beyond west county?
Yes. We are based in Sonoma County and photograph weddings across Healdsburg, Sonoma Valley, Napa Valley, the Sonoma Coast, San Francisco, and the Bay Area.
Est. 2008 · Kreate Photography
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Our Core Values
TRUST & CONNECTION
We build genuine relationships rooted in trust with our clients
ARTISTIC EXCELLENCE
We are committed to capturing beautiful, emotive imagery that is both editorial and documentary
We customize each experience to our client's unique needs and desires
COLLABORATIVE SPIRIT
We embrace teamwork, knowledge sharing, & supporting each other's growth
CONTINUOUS LEARNING
We believe growth is an endless journey and we're always evolving as artists!
CLIENT FOCUS
Our clients are at the heart of everything we do. We strive to exceed expectations and create an experience that is supportive
ATTENTION TO DETAIL
We pour our hearts into every aspect of our clients' experience and final product
PERSONAL TOUCH
We approach each event with care and personalization, from pre-shoot planning throughout the editing process
★★★★★
“ Hiring Katie & her team will go down as one of the best decisions we made throughout the entire wedding planning process “
THE PROCESSWhen you choose Kreate Photography, you're stepping into a realm where professionalism meets personalization.
We understand that being an exceptional wedding photographer goes far beyond just capturing outstanding images.
Our commitment to you is unwavering and begins with our very first interaction.
We believe in the power of relationships, storytelling, and honoring each client's unique love through images that embody the senses.
Love stories
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★★★★★
“What sets her apart from the rest other than the obvious talent as a photographer, is her warm and genuine personality. She helps you to feel extra special, cared for, and comfortable. She appears to genuinely love what she does and it's priceless.It translates into making the experience unforgettable and the photos timeless“
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