About Us
Vernon Kong, the founder and principal photographer of Momento Wedding, a leading wedding photography brand based in Penang. Known for his warm approach and artistic eye, Vernon is passionate about capturing genuine emotions and timeless moments that reflect each couple’s unique story. His dedication to quality, creativity, and client experience has made him one of Malaysia’s most trusted names in wedding photography.
Born in Sungai Petani, Kedah, and now based in Penang, Vernon Kong is an award-winning wedding photographer and founder of Momento Wedding. With over a decade of experience, he has built a reputation for capturing timeless, elegant, and artistic love stories. Starting as an assistant photographer, he honed his craft before launching Momento Wedding in 2011, a brand known for authentic storytelling and professionalism. Today, he is one of Malaysia’s most sought-after wedding photographers, celebrated for his ability to capture raw emotions, candid moments, and intricate details that make each wedding unique.
Why Couples Trust Vernon?
Principal Photographer of Momento Wedding
✔ Minimalist, rustic, and elegant photography style – capturing moments that feel organic and timeless.
✔ A natural eye for storytelling – every photo narrates a heartfelt chapter of your love story.
✔ Seamless & stress-free experience – guiding couples effortlessly from pre-wedding to actual-day photography.
✔ Internationally recognized – awarded multiple times and featured across industry platforms.
✔ Over 1,000 weddings covered – experience built across 20+ cities worldwide.
A Must-Read for Engaged Couples in Malaysia
Author of “The Ultimate Wedding Photography Guide for Malaysian Couples 2025
Vernon Kong is the proud author of one of Malaysia’s most comprehensive wedding planning resources — The Ultimate Wedding Photography Guide for Malaysian Couples 2025. This book was written with real Malaysian couples in mind, offering practical advice, insider tips, and cultural insights gathered from over a decade of photographing more than 1,000 weddings across the country and abroad.
From understanding wedding traditions and choosing the right photographer, to preparing for pre-wedding shoots and managing your timeline on the big day — this guide is designed to help couples make informed decisions and enjoy a stress-free photography experience. Whether you’re planning a traditional Chinese tea ceremony, an Indian celebration, or a modern fusion wedding, this book empowers you with the clarity and confidence to create picture-perfect memories that last a lifetime.
Specialty of Momento
Momento Wedding provides quality services at affordable prices. We cover Garden Wedding, Hotel Wedding, Chinese Wedding, Malay Wedding, Indian Wedding, Pre Wedding and etc. On top of that, we also offer rented bridal gowns from bridal houses.
Our Passion
Our goal is to capture your precious moment as candidly and naturally as possible in which it preserves your true beauty and character. Attentive to details and people, we believe photography should tell a story in both unique and personal ways, so that every moment could become your life long memory.