PG P.R.I.D.E. The Great Taste of PG 2026 Event | Jason Collin Photography — Jason Collin Photography – Why It’s Going Viral in 2026

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.