Masterful Vision, Unforgettable Photography:
Meet Monica Montigny
Embracing the Beauty of Santa Barbara…
Hello,
I am Monica Montigny, the proud owner and principal photographer of Santa Barbara
Photo Style, a premier photography studio in the vibrant heart of Santa Barbara, California.
For the past 22 years, I have been privileged to live in this magnificent part of the world, and the past
10 years working as a photographer continually celebrating and capturing its timeless charm through outdoor photo shoots and
studio portraits.
A Childhood Dream, A Journey to California
Originally from Northern Utah, I always dreamed of the California lifestyle and its
majestic landscapes.
My story as a photographer began when I was 19, spending a transformative
summer in Aspen, Co, working as a nanny for a National Geographic editor.
The Unveiling of a Lifelong Passion
Every day, I would accompany the baby under my care to “the cabin”.
Here, the editor and other iconic National Geographic photographers would gather,
their breathtaking work displayed on slide tables, awaiting selection for the renowned
magazine.
As I engaged with these photographers from all over the world in one little cabin, I
would realize years later, that inadvertently that was part of my (LUCKY) training.
From Successful Hair Colorist to Renowned Photographer
Years later, having built a successful career as a hair
colorist, I decided to get formal training as as
photographer.
I enrolled at Sbcc for their Photography Program,
and learned every thing I could possibly get
my hands on.
A Lifelong Journey in Photography
Since 2013, I have been actively living my dream as a
photographer.
I have stayed engaged and
inspired by continually enhancing my skills through classes and workshops, always eager to
learn innovative techniques and discover fresh perspectives.
In my view, I have the best job in the entire world!
At Santa Barbara Photo Style, I invite you to trust me to capture you in your true form, and have a lot of fun
in the process.
