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Krista + Jeff: Roaring Camp Railroad Wedding

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A vast gathering of family and friends showed up for Krista and Jeff’s happy union at Roaring Camp in Felton, CA and it was a joyful event from beginning to end. The couple shared a first look on the redwood trails, then after some romantic portraits and family photos, they were joined by the rest of their guests to board a steam train that took us deep into the woods for their ceremony in the middle of a tree grove. The setting was so peaceful and secluded, but full of so much life and warmth from the gathering of loved ones around them. The wedding party celebrated in the train’s caboose car all the way back to the reception hall, where Krista and Jeff had their first dance with the added whimsy of a bubble machine, and then proceeded to dance the night away with parents, siblings, cousins, aunts, uncles, and friends for hours. I was honored to be let into this giant family for such a happy occasion and hope for so many more years of joy and laughter for this sweet couple!

Teresa + Johnny: Lake Arrowhead Elopement

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Teresa and Johnny’s elopement at Lake Arrowhead in Southern California was cozy, intimate, and relaxed – everything you could hope for in a small celebration at a lakeside cabin with only your closest friends. And don’t forget joyful!

The bride and groom were surrounded by friends as they got ready in the quaint cabin bedrooms, and then as they married in the little courtyard behind it. Their adorable Corgi accompanied Johnny down the aisle, and looked on as his human parents made each other laugh with heartfelt vows.

We retreated to a mountainside lookout for Teresa and Johnny’s romantic portraits, where a moody overcast sky and the San Bernardino mountains gave us the perfect epic backdrop. When we returned to the cabin, their friends had turned the courtyard into a wedding reception, and proceeded to serve each other the rest of the night, taking on every role from decorator, to bartender, to food server. This intimate wedding was the epitome of friends coming together to support a marriage and create a happy occasion, and it was so special to be a part of.

 

Claudia + Freddy: Legion of Honor + Palace of Fine Arts Engagement

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My first visit to the majestic Legion of Honor Museum in San Francisco was for this elegant and sophisticated engagement shoot with Claudia and Freddy. Their choice of outfits, sleek and all-black, made them really pop against the off-white walls and pillars of the building.

We switched gears and went for a more playful and casual vibe for their second photo location: the Palace of Fine Arts. We wandered around the park after the sun had fallen behind the structure, which gave us some soft dreamy light, and included their puppy in a few shots for some extra fun! Photographing this beautiful, effortless couple was an honor and showcasing the city’s gorgeous architecture made it even better.

Nora + Rafael: San Francisco City Hall Wedding

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Surrounded by their families and closest friends, Nora and Rafael tied the knot in an intimate ceremony against the backdrop of the regal San Francisco City Hall. They exchanged emotional vows, and had their first kiss as husband and wife to the enthusiastic cheers of their loved ones echoing off the building’s high ceilings. After taking photos with each of their guests, we wandered each floor to find the best spots for romantic portraits. Even with the high volume of weddings and elopements going on at the same time, we never ran out of spots to photograph in or felt rushed and the light was perfect, even in the middle of the day, highlighting the beauty of this special couple. Congrats to these lovely newlyweds, and thank you for letting me be part of your day!

Teresa + Johnny: Los Angeles County Arboretum Engagement

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One of the amazing things about shooting in LA is that you will never run out of new places to discover! My first visit to the vast and diverse Los Angeles County Arboretum was for Teresa and Johnny’s engagement photo session, and it was so perfect for the photos they envisioned. Every ten steps it seemed there was a new garden or pathway or body of water, and every new scene made a gorgeous backdrop to show off this adorable couple. I will definitely be keeping this place in mind for future SoCal shoots, and I can’t wait to photograph these two again for their wedding in May!

 

 

Jagdeep + Vinay: Palace of Fine Arts Engagement

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It is always an honor when a couple traveling from out of town takes time out of their trip to do a photo session with me. Jagdeep and Vinay were visiting from Canada and chose one of the most iconic San Francisco backdrops for their engagement photos here: the Palace of Fine Arts. Looking like fine art themselves in lux formalwear, they posed in different spots around the grand edifice like a pair of professional models. I was blown away – they made my job so easy! A huge thank you to this couple for making me a part of their travel itinerary, and best wishes for their marriage ahead.