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Live Painters and Wedding Guest Illustrators (and why I’m obsessed) If you’ve been on wedding TikTok or Instagram lately, you’ve probably seen it: an artist set up at the reception, painting the ceremony scene in real time… or sketching guests in cute fashion-illustration style and handing them their own little keepsake before the night is […]
Jordan and Adam’s Torrey Pines Engagement Session There are some people you meet and instantly feel like you’ve known them for years. That’s exactly how it felt when I finally met Jordan and Adam in person for their Torrey Pines engagement session in San Diego, California. We had already spent time on the phone and […]
Jordan and Adam’s Gerry Ranch wedding in Santa Rosa Valley There are some weddings where you drive up to the venue and instantly know it’s going to be special. Jordan and Adam’s day at Gerry Ranch in Santa Rosa Valley, California was absolutely one of those. Nestled on 38 acres of active farmland, surrounded by […]
A Romantic Swiftwater Cellars Wedding: Sydney and Cole Sydney and Cole’s summer wedding in Suncadia at Swiftwater Cellars was one of those days that just felt good in every possible way—sunny, emotional, and full of sweet full-circle moments for me personally. Tucked near Suncadia, Swiftwater Cellars is such a beautiful destination, with vineyards, mountain views, […]
Settings for a Paris Engagement Shoot In the City of Love, capturing your special moments against the backdrop of stunning architecture and dreamy landscapes is a must. Paris, with its iconic landmarks and romantic charm, offers the perfect setting for an unforgettable Paris engagement shoot. From the breathtaking heights of the Eiffel Tower to the […]
Things Your Wedding Photographer Wants You To Know Before the Big Day After photographing hundreds of weddings over the past 16 years across Utah, Seattle, California, and all over the world, I’ve learned that the most magical, effortless wedding days don’t just happen. They’re the result of thoughtful planning, great communication, and little […]
