TIME TO DO IT YOUR WAY, BABY!

I’ve been waiting for ya! Meet your ride-or-die bestie behind the lens you didn’t know you needed. I’m Monika, a wedding photographer for nontraditional and badass couples. I’m here for all the weirdos who have the guts to do things their way. Fuck what Aunt Karen thinks you should do — your day should reflect your true selves! Am I right? So, do it your way, break the rules, have fun, and I’ll make sure you look like the rock stars of your own concert. I’m based in Czech Rep, but take me anywhere!

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Monika Chaňo svatební fotograf Středočeský kraj

“I trusted her from the first moment.”

After a long and exhausting search for a skilled and reliable wedding photographer, we came across Monika. We didn’t know her personally, but her photos radiated a unique charm. Everything was photographed with ease and, above all, naturalness. Even the captions on her photos captivated us—they are so sincere and human. This convinced us to choose her, and we absolutely do not regret it. After the pre-wedding shoot, I knew that the wedding photos would turn out just as excellent. Now I think… excellent? They turned out U N B E L I E V A B L E. I keep looking at the photos over and over, and I must say, I would love to hug her right now and give her the world. But even that wouldn’t express the enormous gratitude she deserves. She is quick, spontaneous, creative, and talented. And on top of that, she is a person with a heart of gold. I trusted her from the very beginning, and if you, future newlyweds, want to enjoy your day and have beautiful, everlasting memories not only for yourselves but also for your loved ones, reach out to Monika. Thank you!

Barbora Kučerová

“We have never seen more beautiful photos in our lives!”

Photos by Monika hold a special place in our hearts and are a cherished keepsake that you wouldn’t just tuck away like a postcard from a trip. These photos demand to be looked at constantly! We have never seen more beautiful photos in our lives! We love every single photo that Monika took for us! And as a bonus, you get photographed by a beautiful girl who is incredibly personable, fun, and adorably charming when she says, “So crumple up somehow!“
I have no idea if she realizes how immense her gift is! Whether it’s her eyes, her hands, or her ability to empathize with the moment, or her unique perspective on the world and how she sees it. Her perspective, as seen through the photos she gives us, is absolutely stunning, and even more so because it captures our world in those beautiful moments. Thank you! Thank you for crossing our paths, for your skilled hands, for doing your work with love, which is evident in the results! Thank you also for your lovely pack! We look forward to the next opportunity to work with you, or even just to see you again!

Petra & Lukáš Krejčí

“If I could choose wedding photographer again, I would choose her once more.”

Monika — a person and a photographer with a heart in the right place. If I could choose a wedding photographer again, I would choose her once more. We’ve had several photo sessions with her on various occasions, and all the resulting photos took our breath away, adorning our photo albums and even our home walls. She is fantastic, personable, humorous, and always gets you into the right mood (and position : D) during the shoot. We’re really looking forward to working with her.

Michaela Slavíková

“Choosing Monika as our wedding photographer was the best decision we made. ”

Choosing Monika as our wedding photographer was the best decision we made. With Monča, you feel like you’re being photographed by a longtime friend, leaving no room for nerves. Moni blends in with the crowd and captures such beautiful and natural photos that even after looking at them for the hundred and fiftieth time, I’m still in awe. If I need photos in the future, I know exactly who I will turn to.

Michaela Fiala

“It was exactly what we wanted!”

When choosing a photographer for our wedding, I had a simple criterion – the photos had to captivate me immediately, and the style of photography had to suit us. When I stumbled upon Monika’s website by complete chance, the decision was made instantly – her photos exude a sense of calm, warmth, and coziness. It was exactly what we wanted! I was a bit worried that Monika might turn us down since it was quite a distance for her to travel across the country, but fortunately, it was no problem for her. The arrangements went smoothly, Moni is very accommodating and easygoing. Our wedding was small, just with our parents, witnesses, and Chaňovice. Monika and Patrik even drove us home, where we took the last few photos. My husband and I are thrilled with the photos; they are beautiful, and receiving them in that lovely wooden box was just amazing. Moni, thank you for being with us on our special day and for giving us beautiful memories in the form of stunning photos! You are our clear choice for any future photo shoots!

Martina Horňáková

“The atmosphere was friendly, relaxed, and pleasant.”

Neither I or my guy (now my husband) are extroverts who enjoy posing in front of the camera. That’s why we were a bit nervous, especially for the pre-wedding couple shoot. It was our first photo experience. But Monča is amazing. The atmosphere was friendly, relaxed, and pleasant. Even though the weather was typically autumnal (drizzling), the photos turned out beautifully! Monča truly knows her craft, no doubt about it. At the wedding, Monča’s approach was just as kind and pleasant, and everyone who saw the photos from our wedding day praised them. Monča completely met our expectations. Communication with her was also great—quick and smooth. Moni, thank you so much once again!!!

Veronika Ježková

“One huge recommendation from me!”

Oh my God! I have no words. Moni, thank you so much for the amazing photos that make me feel like the ultimate goddess… You captured me exactly as I am and how I feel. We spent a wonderful time together, taking photos and chatting about our shared passion for photography. I must admit, even though I don’t feel entirely comfortable in front of the camera and don’t know what to do… It was fantastic, and the results are treasures. Thank you so, so much again and probably for the millionth time, the photos are stunning. I actually like how I look in them, which is something I almost never say! As Moni said, “marigold” perfectly describes our photo shoot, which wasn’t easy at all. We went on quite an adventure, but it was worth it. I would travel across the country, not just from Ostrava to Brno, for your photos! So, Moni, I am already looking forward to our next project together! One huge recommendation from me!

Petra Přívarová

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