A sixty-year-old heirloom gown, a contemporary boutique hotel on the water, and two families that travelled far and wide to become one big family. Check out Sarah and Alex, the “happy hearts,” and their beautiful, intimate wedding in Pacific Beach.
Read MoreFrom North Carolina to the west coast of California and into Yosemite National Park. These two had their intimate wedding in one of the most breath-taking places in the US.
Read MoreThese two soon-to-be newlyweds + explorers had a dream to turn a van into a homey spot where they can rest their heads and travel the world. So, that's what they did. Why not, right? See more of this fun adventure engagement session caravanning around Mt. Laguna, CA.
Read MoreThe hotel was quietly humming with guests checking in. When I got to the room where Tami and the girls were getting ready, make up was well underway and hairspray lingered in the air. Tami had just started getting ready, but she already had a stunning bride glow about her. The day progressed so easily and before we knew it Tami was getting into her gown and heading to see John for the first look.
Read MoreTucked away just east of the Sierra Nevada Mountains is this adorable little off-the-grid farm fully equipped with goats, chickens, horses, dogs, a couple of calves, a cat named Tango, and two lovebirds named Jess and Lundy (corny I know, but HAD TO).
Read MoreYou know when you meet someone whether in person, email, social media, phone call, and you can tell pretty quickly if you will get a long with them well? Tami was like that for me. Maybe she's like that for a lot of people, I can definitely see that because she's so stinking sweet and likable. How can you not just want to pursue a conversation with her?
Read MoreWhen I talked to Brittany about what she was thinking for the engagement session she explained that they were the kind of couple who likes to have fun and do things. They love doing brunch, riding bikes, going places, exploring their neighborhood...and that's pretty much what we did.
Read MoreThe birds were making their presence known and it was the perfect temperature. The girls were poppin' champagne and the guys were getting settled into their cabin with food and bevs. Honestly, I think the best way to describe this day is that it was bursting at the seams with love. Beautiful, genuine, emotional love.
Read MoreDid I just witness a fairytale wedding?
Let me paint you this picture...It’s a warm, sunny Friday afternoon. I arrive at my destination, Quail Haven Farm. As I drive up this long windy driveway, I notice trees and flowers and turn to corner to see this wonderful barn with the friendliest horses popping their heads out to greet...
Ever been to a wedding where the whole essence of the day truly fit the personality of the bride and groom? Nick and Andrea hit this one out of the park.
Down to the very last detail this day was perfection
It was the perfect temperature all day long as the clouds came and went. The vows were funny and sweet. The moods were high all around. The dancing was ridiculous and incredible. I’m strongly considering requesting there be a mosh-pit at all future weddings. The day was perfect.
Read MoreWhen you're not used to being in front of a camera other than an iPhone or maybe even at all, a photography session may seem pretty intimidating. I wouldn't expect you to know what you're doing or feel comfortable "modeling," because chances are you don't do that for a living. When you're comfortable in your surroundings that takes at least one scary factor out of this equation. When you're comfortable, you're more you.
Read MoreRecord store, Beatles album cover, and Sunset Cliffs hang out. This local Ocean Beach Engagement session on the blog is one not to miss.
Read MoreSome of my favorite parts of any session are not necessarily when I'm shooting, but when I'm walking with the couple. These are the moments when I get to just talk to them, ask more about them, and laugh with them. I get to know them and they get to know me. I'm not there to just take some cool photos and then leave, I like to invest myself into each couple I meet and work with and form a relationship with them. I want to learn your story and I want to try and capture it as beautifully as you tell it and have experienced it.
Read MoreFriends, let me tell you-- this Sacramento wedding fiesta did not disappoint. Tucked away on a winding road in Newcastle, CA is the gorgeous barn the wedding took place. The minute you walk in, the smell of cedar greets your nose and on this day music and laughter met your ears. The girls were getting ready in the loft upstairs and before I even reached them I could feel the excitement.
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