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One of those places that never gets old to me is Joshua Tree National Park. It’s no wonder that it’s such a popular location for photography sessions, especially engagement sessions. The stunning landscapes, unique rock formations, and beautiful light make it a dream location for any photographer. Jalina and Omeed are a lovely couple that […]

There’s something magical about being a photographer for a proposal – it’s a moment you only get to capture once, and it’s filled with so much love and excitement. When Marco reached out to me a few days before his trip to California with Corey, I knew it would be something special. He had planned […]

Daphne and Alan had a small elopement in Laguna Beach at the Casa Laguna Hotel. The two exchanged some tearful vows in their bungalow, followed by some cake that was beautifully made by one of their children and Champaign toast before heading out onto the property for some photos. I love photographing elopements like this […]

Laguna Beach is always a beautiful location for those wanting a beach engagement session. When Mike and Nancy were looking for a beach location for their engagement session, I knew the perfect beach and, it was close to a second location up in the hills to finish the session with some beautiful views. I had […]

Joshua Tree National Park is a stunning location for any photo session, but especially for engagement photos. Colleen and Stephen knew they wanted to capture their love in the gorgeous desert landscape, and I was excited to help them do just that. We met up at Cap Rock and started exploring the area. The giant […]

Elopements are such a special and intimate way to celebrate a wedding day. Karen and Christopher chose to elope at the stunning Treasure Island Beach in Laguna Beach, California. The day began with getting ready photos at The Ranch in Laguna Beach. Karen looked stunning in her beautiful white dress, and Christopher looked dapper in […]

As a wedding photographer, one of my favorite venues to shoot in the fall and winter months is the beautiful Roblar Winery in Santa Ynez. Kristina and Ryan’s wedding there did not disappoint. The ceremony was set against a stunning vineyard backdrop, and the light and colors of the season made for the most beautiful […]

As a wedding photographer, I am always excited to capture the special moments of a couple’s big day. Still, there was something extra special about Chris and Grant’s wedding at the historic Thornewood Castle in Washington. This wedding was truly unforgettable, from the Great Gatsby-themed decor to the stunning location. It was a rainy day […]

Nothing is better than when you get to work with a couple who has amazing chemistry and truly enjoys spending time with each other. Carmella and Bradley were just that couples, and it was such a pleasure to photograph their engagement session in Joshua Tree National Park. I always start sessions in the evening close […]

I always feel honored to be a part of a couple’s special day, and Jason and Brianna’s wedding at Wedwoods Galway Downs in Temecula was one for the books. After having to postpone their wedding a couple of times, it was wonderful to finally see these two tie the knot and celebrate their love. The […]

I’m always looking for new locations that will provide a unique backdrop for my clients’ photos. That’s why I was so excited to shoot Kacee and Zak’s engagement session at Morro Rock Beach. The tall grass fields and sand dune-like areas created a fun and interesting backdrop that perfectly complemented this beautiful couple. The beach […]

I don’t do many morning sessions, but if the light is always like this, I would, especially when the location is as beautiful as Malibu. That’s why I was so excited to meet Avia and Mark for their sunrise engagement session. When we got to the beach, the sun was just about to rise, and […]

I was thrilled to photograph Rachel and Jacob’s special day at The Red Horse Barn in Huntington Beach. The couple had chosen this beautiful venue for its rustic charm and natural beauty, and it was the perfect backdrop for their intimate wedding celebration. As I arrived on the day of the wedding, I was greeted […]

There’s just something so magical about Joshua Tree, and when it comes to elopements, the area offers so many great options for couples looking to tie the knot in a stunning and unique location. Recently, I had the pleasure of photographing Tina and Don’s elopement at an Airbnb in Joshua Tree, just a short distance […]

Amanda and Keith’s wedding day was a long time coming. They had originally planned to get married last year but postponed their celebration due to the pandemic. However, the wait was worth it as their wedding day was truly special and unique. The couple chose to tie the knot at the Millwick in downtown Los […]

I have so much fun documenting all the weddings and elopements I have the honor of photographing, and love that I have the chance to work with so many amazing couples, the most recent being Angie and Stephen. Photographing their engagement session and wedding while getting to know them has been a lot of fun. […]

California has some beautiful cliffs and rocky beaches, I met with Zack and Kaylen for a sunrise beach session at this great spot I like to go to. It was a very cloudy morning on the beach, we did a little exploring in the area on some trails, before hiking down to the beach.  It was a […]

Ashley and Brittany’s cliffside elopement at Sunset Cliffs in San Diego had some of the most beautiful moments. This stunning location provided the perfect backdrop for their elopement. Ashley and Brittany’s journey to the altar began as friends, but their connection quickly grew into something more. Ashley took the first step and slid into Brittany’s […]

Vivian and Sam had a stunning wedding against the always beautiful backdrop of the Bel-Air Beach Club in Malibu. Their wedding, held this past weekend, radiated an enchanting tropical ambiance that perfectly complemented the ocean views. I had the honor of second shooting this beautiful day with Henry. The ceremony occurred on the back lawn, […]

Angie and Stephen are so much fun! I can’t wait for the wedding later this year. These two decided on the Cerritos Sculpture Garden for their engagement session, and this was my first time here, and what a fun little spot for a session. We explored, climbed in a bush, and had a great time!

It was a stunning day in Huntington Beach as Dominque and Kyle exchanged their vows in front of their family and friends at the beautiful Huntington Bay Club. As their wedding photographer, I started the day by meeting the lovely bride at her friend’s home nearby to capture some candid moments of her getting ready […]

Corinna and Josiah’s wedding day at The Hacienda was a truly magical and intimate affair. The beautiful celebration was inspired by the stunning colors of the sunset, which provided the perfect backdrop for the couple’s special day. Corinna’s attention to detail was truly admirable, and her handmade creations added a personal touch that made the […]

Jay and Natalie’s wedding at Lake Oak Meadows in Temecula was a joyous and way overdue celebration. Despite the challenges of rescheduling their wedding a few times in 2020, their special day truly celebrated love and happiness. We started out with some getting-ready photos before moving on to portraits, the couple’s dog was also part […]

Recently I had the chance to photograph a fun session with Jayden and Jaiden in Joshua Tree as they were staying at an Airbnb in the area called Casa Cabin. Joshua Tree is always been one of my favorite locations to shoot, that warm evening golden desert light is beautiful and the perfect backdrop to […]

Danielle and Livio’s Palm Springs wedding was an event for the ages. Set against the stunning backdrop of the San Jacinto foothills, the ceremony took place at the historic Casa de Monte Vist, a Spanish-style home with lush gardens that provided endless photo opportunities. The couple wanted a wedding with a glamorous old Hollywood feel, […]

Santa Barbara has so many beautiful locations and recently I had the pleasure of visiting the area for Ryan and Kristina’s engagement session. These two fly down from Washington to plan some final details for their upcoming wedding and while they were here we met up so I could photograph their engagement session. They liked […]

Josiah and Corinna are getting married next month and after a couple of postponements from 2020, we finally had the chance to do their engagement session. Josiah and Corinna are such a fun couple to work with, I had so much fun getting to know them a little more during the session. It was a […]

I’m always thrilled to capture the intimate and beautiful moments of couples who choose to exchange their vows in breathtaking locations. Recently, I had the pleasure of photographing Victoria and Yuri’s morning elopement at the Ventana Big Sur, a luxurious resort nestled alongside the majestic mountains overlooking the stunning California coastline. As I made my […]

Jessica and Drew had one request for their session, they wanted a location with some mountain views this, of course, made me happy since I am always up for a trip to the mountains for a little adventure. I went up a week before and scouted some new locations, during the week leading up to […]

Engagement sessions in Joshua tree are always an adventure and so much fun. I met up with Jayden and Jaiden over at skull rock in Joshua Tree National Park and we just explored the area and had some fun hiking around the rocks and finding some unique places and watching the sunset, really if you […]

I recently photographed Mikayla and John at an incredible Airbnb in Joshua Tree called Casa Cabin. While Mikayla and John are already married, they wanted some fun photos in the desert landscape around their Airbnb, and I was more than happy to help them out. Casa Cabin is a stunning desert oasis with nothing but […]

There’s nothing quite like capturing the magic of a couple’s special day amidst the towering ancient redwoods of Big Sur. And when that day takes place at the stunning Ventana Big Sur resort, it’s truly something unforgettable. Leah and Grant chose to drive all the way from San Diego for their destination elopement at Ventana […]

There are few places as awesome and inspiring as Joshua Tree National Park. The park’s whimsical, almost surreal landscapes are something out of a Dr. Seuss book, and it’s easy to see why so many couples choose to elope to this stunning location every year. I recently I photographed Chris and Briana’s elopement in Joshua […]

WHAT IS AN ELOPEMENT So you’re thinking about eloping, maybe a big wedding and all the coast and stress that go with is it is not your thing or COVID has you changing up your plans. Either way, let me tell you first hand that elopements are some of the most beautiful and fun moments […]

On Sunday I met Amar and Robin for a sunrise engagement session in Malibu, it was a beautiful morning and a fun time photographing these two. on a very empty beach. Congratulations on the engagement you two!

Rachel and Jacob wanted a more rustic feel to their engagement sessions so they decided on going out to Temecula and doing a little winery hopping, We started off at Long Shadow Ranch and finished at Maurice Car’rie Vineyard. It was a fun time exploring the vineyards and getting to now these two al little […]

Hawaii – a place that stole a piece of my heart during my very first visit. Hawaii is a great destination to explore, and I couldn’t pass up the chance to use my camera to record the island’s beauty. It was magnificent everywhere you turned. During my stay, I had the pleasure of photographing Zack […]

I met up with Katherine and Ryan last week at the Los Angeles Arboretum for their engagement session, I love the arboretum this time of year and it’s always one of my favorite spots for engagement sessions. I had a blast with these two wandering around this huge park. These two were up for anything […]

It has been a wonderfully busy year and I had the good fortune to end the year of weddings on a high note by photographing Matt and Megan’s elopement in Joshua Tree. When these two first contacted me I was super excited, I love Joshua Tree and elopements so being able to combine the two is so very awesome.

I had the pleasure of working with Emili and Taylor at the Santa Monica Pier. It’s been a while since I’ve been to the pier and I forgot how fun it can be.  We first headed over to the Pacific Park for a little goofing off on the rides and playing some games before going […]

California has some beautiful beaches, it’s no wonder so many people love to do photos there.  Ken and Carmen knew of a great little spot of the PCH, we met up this past weekend for their engagement session. It was a beautiful day for photos, we had a great time climbing all over the rocks […]

Jacob and Lindsay are such a sweet couple! I have loved my time with these two, from the engagement session to the wedding day. These two had a beautiful wedding at The California Citrus Park in Riverside; I Loved this location. The historic house surrounded by those orange fields was a great location for this […]

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