Heisler Park engagement photos.
Cliffside proposal in Los Angeles.
Intimate wedding at Crescent Bay Point Park

Sarah and Joseph’s Crescent Bay Park intimate wedding was the perfect mix of coastal charm and laid-back romance. Originally from the East Coast, these newlyweds have been building a life in Laguna Beach for the last four years. It was important to showcase their new hometown’s beauty while including their family and closest friends. They […]

Personal branding photos for photographers in Laguna Beach.

When Stassney reached out about a personal branding session, I knew right away we were going to create something special. A fellow photographer making the big move from Texas (my home state!) to Southern California, she wanted images that would help her connect with her ideal clients in her new market. But more than that, […]

Bride and groom eloping in laguna beach

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Dana Point engagement at Salt Creek beach.
Proposal at Crescent Bay Point Park.
Bride and Groom walking in SoCal beach elopement

When you think of beaches in Southern California, you probably picture sunshine, blue skies, and surfers catching waves, right? And while that is the scene here for most of the year, we sometimes experience “inclement weather” in the form of fog. (I joke with friends back home by saying, “Please pray for SoCal. Everything is […]

Cliff side Point Dume proposal in Malibu.

When I think of Malibu, I think of epic views and beautiful beaches. That’s exactly what Blessan had in mind when planning his Point Dume proposal to Shannon. Point Dume is her favorite spot in Malibu, so it was easy to “swing by” after their lunch plans. What we didn’t plan for was a heavy […]

Los Angeles personal branding photos with florist in a studio.

Do you know those clients who turn into friends? That’s Haley! We met nearly three years ago when I photographed her dreamy elopement in Hawaii. I kept up with her floral work on Instagram over the years, straight-up fangirling over her colorful designs. I caught up with her during a couples session and was excited […]

Orange County beach proposal.

Louie came to me with a simple and sweet plan for his Orange County proposal: Propose to Kylie and surprise her with a family brunch in Laguna Beach! Louie met me at Treasure Island Beach a few days before the proposal to scope out the location. There are so many beautiful options at both the […]

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