About Coastal Event Photography


Coastal Event Photography is a team of San Diego based professional photographers who share a passion for photography and the San Diego Beach Culture. We specialize in Beach and Outdoor Weddings, Beach Portraits, Surf Photography and Events.


Matt Cummins/Lead Photographer / Founder

Matt's creative eye and confident easy going attitude has established him as one of San Diego's premier photographers. Matt has built his reputation through creative photography and word of mouth from satisfied clients. Matt's work was recently voted best of 2007 by www.ourweddingvendors.com. Matt is also staff photographer for Action Sports International, Brightroom Event Photography and SurfShot Magazine. Matt specializes in Wedding, Portrait and Action Sports photography. You can check out more of Matt Cummins work at these websites: www.mmcphotography.com, www.surfshot.com, www.a-zsandiegobeaches.com


Sean Rowland/Lead Photographer / Founder

Sean's has traveled the world shooting professional surfing. Sean's work includes Photo Editor at SurfShot Magazine, ASP Photographer and Surfline.com Staff Photographer. Sean's photos have been published in Surfer Magazine, New York Times, 944 and Transworld Surf Magazine. Sean expanded his horizon to include Event photography and his fresh approach, laid back demeanor and ability to artistically capture an event is what sets him apart from other photographers.



Chris Stuberg/Staff Photographer

Chris has an eye for the details, his uncanny ability to capture timeless shots while maintaining a casual and professional attitude are what make his photography a valuable addition to any event. Chris has shot over 30 events with us, and Chris always nails it. Check out more of Chris' work at his personal website. www.stubergconcepts.com



John Cocozza/Staff Photographer

John brings 10 years of Portrait, Fashion and Action Sports Photography experience to Coastal Event Photography. John's work has been published in 944, SurfShot, Surfing Magaine, Water, PB Magazine and Revolt. Whether on the beach or in Studio John is always a pro and always gets the shot. You can check out more of John's work at these websites. www.cocoportraits.com, www.surfshopsworldwide.com



Julio Fonyat/Staff Photographer

Julio is a third generation photographer, so he literally has photography in his blood. His Father and Grandfather were well published photographers and architects in Brazil.  Julio's unique and modern approach has landed his photographs on the pages of the biggest surf magazines in USA, Brazil and Europe. in addition to his surf photography,  Julio also photographs weddings and events around the world.  With a tremendous love for black and white photography he often finds himself in the darkroom on a regular basis, printing family work as well as his own.  You can view his art at www.fonyatphotos.com and www.fonyatweddings.com