• Photo of lightning over the ocean that illustrates the raw power of nature
  • Photo that shows the Big Sur coastline above the fog line.
  • Bubbles are suspended above a feather creating a multitude of tiny lenses.
  • Abstract of warm sunrise light and cool shadows mix and blend across sand dunes.
  • Grizzly Mother, Alaska looking right into the camera.
  • Photo that illustrates howe the earth's rotation affects the night sky
  • Long Exposure, Ocean at sunset.
  • Tunnel of eucalyptus trees

Advertising Photography

Grizzly mother and cub Sailboat photographed behind a glass of red wine at the beach. Thumbnail of politician speaking at podium Wine bottle surrounded by party streamers.

Workshops & Education

Workshop students standing with their cameras waiting for the sunset. Workshop photographer standing in fall-colored vineyard. Workshop student reflecting light on a wine bottle, glass on top of an oak barrel.

Fine Art Gallery

Oak tree at the end of a fence line in the fog. Colorful and blurry image of people on San Francisco Street Car Black and white image of wet rocks in sand.

Monterey Photography

Global Photography Awards
Gold Medal 2024
“Super Mega Bolt Hits The Monterey Bay”

Black & White Magazine Single Image Winner
People’s Choice Award 2023 in Seascape & Water
“Industrial Light & Magic”

Black & White Magazine Portfolio Winner
Merit Award for “Night on Earth”

Aerial & Drone Photography of Central California

Steve Zmak takes aerial photos of natural and urban environments from, helicopters, planes and drones: land use and construction, architecture, agriculture, wilderness, and fine art. View the aerial photography portfolio. FAA Remote Pilot Certificate #4018318

California Stock Photography Available for Licensing

Licensing a stock photo is faster and more affordable than a custom shoot. Steve Zmak offers stock photos from California, Alaska and Hawaii for websites, social media campaigns, print advertising, marketing materials, and office and home décor. Do you need a photo today of wine grapes, a Big Sur sunset, vineyard aerials, or a grizzly bear? Use the search field, browse the portfolios, or contact us directly.

 

About Steve Zmak Photography

Assignment photography and commissions are done on a work–for–hire basis, so you own the rights to the photos. Commercial, advertising, event, and portrait photography service area includes Monterey, Carmel, Carmel Valley, Big Sur, Pacific Grove, Seaside, Marina, Sand City, Salinas, Castroville, Moss Landing, Gonzales, Soledad, Greenfield, King City, Gilroy, Morgan Hill, San Juan Bautista, Hollister, Watsonville, Aptos, Aromas, Capitola, and Santa Cruz.

Contact Steve at to discuss your next photography project and get a free estimate.

Nearly all the photography on this site is available for licensing, except those photos owned by clients shown here for portfolio purposes only. Visit the Stock Photography page for more information.