PG P.R.I.D.E. Great Taste of PG 2026 Event Photography
An evening celebrating community, creativity, and connection—documented through candid moments, portraits, and the energy of a truly special Pacific Grove event.
An Evening That Brought the Community Together
This was my first time photographing an event for PG P.R.I.D.E. and also my first time photographing this large of a silent auction that ran the entire length of the event and was the main feature of the event itself. This brought about an energy and level of activity I had not experienced before in all my years of photographing events! Some time before the big day I met with Crystal and Brandy and other organizers here at my photo studio in downtown Pacific Grove to go over the shotlist and the photography plan for the evening. All this preparation on their part helped me get a wide variety of photos from the vendors, to guest portraits, to candid moments, to the full PG P.R.I.D.E. board members in a group photo!
I had also contributed a fine art print and a headshot session to the auction, so it was fun to see both receive bids during the evening! I am glad to have played a small role in this fundraiser and to have this opportunity to contribute to the PG community and education in particular. Local students themvselves also contributed their own artwork for the auction.
Thank you again to the team at PG P.R.I.D.E for putting on this great annual event and for giving me the opportunity to contribute in various ways.
Photography for Nonprofit and Fundraising Events
Events like this are more than just a night on the calendar—they are the result of months of planning, community support, and a shared purpose. Having photography that captures both the energy of the room and the people behind it helps extend that impact long after the event is over.
I work with nonprofits and organizations throughout the Monterey Peninsula to document fundraisers, auctions, and community events in a way that feels natural, engaging, and true to the experience.
Setting the Stage
The atmosphere before the evening begins
You can view more examples of venue and setup event photography on my Event Photography Page.
PG P.R.I.D.E. Board Members
A rare moment to bring everyone together
Coordinating a full group photo like this is never easy, which made this moment especially meaningful. These portraits capture the people behind the work—the leadership and volunteers who make events like this possible.
Learn More About Event Photography Services
If you are planning an event and want to see more examples, coverage styles, and details about how sessions are structured, you can explore my event photography work in more detail below.
Vendors, Details, and Contributions
Extending the Evening Outdoors
Portraits Throughout the Evening
The Energy of the Event
On Stage and In the Spotlight
Fundraising and Auction Moments
Supporting the mission through community participation
This portion of the evening brought together donors, guests, and supporters in a way that made the purpose behind the event especially visible.
A Memorable Moment from the Evening
winning a $5,000 necklace!
Whether it is a nonprofit fundraiser, gala, or community event, having the right photography helps tell the full story—before, during, and long after the evening ends. From key group photos to candid moments and everything in between, I work with organizations to create images that reflect both the people and the purpose behind the event.
Pacific Grove P.R.I.D.E. Fundraiser Event Photography — Monterey, California