These two were visiting from Colorado and came in with a clear vision—romantic, coastal, and those iconic sandstone cliffs that make this stretch of beach feel so distinct. What I loved most about this session is how it strikes that balance between elevated and effortless (and seriously… that dress). They started off a little nervous […]

This one felt a little different in the best way – we found this little redwood grove tucked away in a regional park that felt like we had traveled much farther than Orange County. While I will never get tired of a coastal location, switching it up was so much fun. The whole setting had […]

What started as an anniversary session turned into something even more special. When I met up with Sam and Will for their shoot in San Clemente, they casually shared that the real reason they were celebrating was because they had gotten married the day before!! Newlyweds and still soaking in all the excitement, they were […]

Joanah and Ryan’s maternity session was one of those evenings that just felt special. A perfect, sunny February night, golden light doing its thing… and yes, it was Super Bowl Sunday. The fact that they drove an hour for this session already meant a lot—but a husband who makes that drive on Super Bowl Sunday […]

There’s nothing quite like the thrill of photographing a surprise proposal—especially when you’re trying to be invisible on the cliffs of La Jolla with a camera the size of a small spaceship. Maddy and Louis’ big moment was set against the most breathtaking backdrop: crashing waves, golden sunlight, and a peaceful ocean breeze. Meanwhile, I […]

Marisa and Brandon’s wedding at Galway Downs in Temecula is one of that will stick with me. Located near wine country, this venue is part horse racing facility, part garden oasis — and it made for the most incredible backdrop for their big day. The weather couldn’t have been more perfect. Spring was showing off […]