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I don’t think I’ll ever forget this wedding…for many reasons. But the day before this wedding, I was evacuated from my house due to the Kincade Fire that was threatening Sonoma County. I tried to evacuate close to the venue, but everything was booked in the area because so many people were being evacuated! I […]

Karina & Alki: Taber Ranch Wedding

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This day was DREAMY at the lovely Sova Gardens in Sebastopol. Erica & Sean’s wedding was so special to me for two reasons! First, Erica & I were childhood neighbor friends and it was so cool to reconnect and photograph her wedding after all these years! And second, I had the opportunity to photograph Erica’s […]

Sean & Erica: Sova Gardens Wedding

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Considering eloping instead of a full blown traditional wedding? Girl, I feel you! If/when I get married one day, this is definitely the route that fits my personality best. If you’re just exploring this idea or you straight up know this is the direction you want to go, I’m here for it and want to […]

ELOPEMENTS: Everything You Need to Know & More

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I was looking forward to this day all year! Gianna & Jeff are so fun and I just LOVED being their photographer. I photographed their engagement photos back in May and ever since then, I couldn’t wait for their wedding. Their entire day was so relaxed and they enjoyed every moment thoroughly. It was a […]

Gianna & Jeff: Napa Valley Wedding

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Let me tell you about these two…their first date was at this beach. He brought a picnic, extra sweatshirts & sweats (because you know, Norcal beaches), drinks, & snacks. They watched the sunset and learned about each others lives. They fell in love & came back to this beach often. Then, while watching the sunset […]

Haley & Miller: Half Moon Bay Engagement

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Traveling is a big part of their relationship, they’ve been everywhere! And guess what? Tom proposed to Taylor on an airplane. PRECIOUS. They didn’t make a huge scene, but instead, enjoyed a private moment to themselves as they held onto this huge secret. They spent the rest of the flight quietly celebrating, talking about the […]

Taylor & Tom: Cornerstone Garden Wedding

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Oh gosh, where do I even begin?! Jess & I took the trip of our freaking DREAMS earlier this year. We did it on a budget and it exceeded all our expectations! I want to share our experience & tips with you and in the hope that it encourages you to visit as well! This […]

Moorea, Tahiti Recap

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Before I jump into pros and cons of a first look, what are we even talking about right now? Let me give you the rundown…what is a first look on your wedding day? A first look is when a couple chooses to see each other on their wedding day before their ceremony. It’s a private […]

The First Look: Everything You Need To Know

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First of all, I can’t even HANDLE Molly’s dress. Like what in the world?! It’s straight out of a fairytale. Kyle & Molly’s wedding took place in the stunning little beach town of Sausalito, CA. It’s very close to SF, so it’s usually overcast and a bit cold, but their day was sunny & so […]

Kyle & Molly: Sausalito, CA Wedding

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Oh snap, Lake Tahoe sunrise looks so dang good on those two! I was in Tahoe for a quick weekend and Melissa & Miguel booked a session with me at my only availability…sunrise on Sunday morning! They drove a couple hours in the very early morning to meet me on the side of a mountain […]

Melissa & Miguel: Lake Tahoe, Nevada

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