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guy down on one knee to propose to his girlfriend at the montage
san clemente engagement photos with couple

Taking Steve and Ashton’s San Clemente engagement photos was quite a treat, as Steve is my brother and Ashton is my future sister-in-law! My brother has always been one of my favorite people on the planet. As his little sister, I am so glad that I can say Ashton has also joined the club! I […]

hawaii honeymoon photoshoot

Brianna and Bradley had a big year in 2022! They sold their house and moved across the country, all while wedding planning! Once things finally calmed down, they made a trip to Oahu for their Hawaii honeymoon. They wanted to celebrate, have fun, and commemorate the moment. I took them to one of my all […]

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bride and groom during ceremony in oahu beach elopement

Chrissy and Alec traveled from my home state of Texas for their Oahu beach elopement! I love their story – they graduated from the same high school, but didn’t know each other until meeting in college! I’m always amazed when couples tell me they went to the same high school together but didn’t meet there. […]

couple at waterfall with tips of how to become an adventure photographer

Want to dive in the adventure niche? You’ve come to the right place, friend! I have specialized in adventure photography for 4+ years, and I’m here to share some tips on how to become an adventure photographer! Being an adventure photog is not for the faint of heart. In my busy season, I’m doing difficult […]

bride and groom in hawaii

Choosing a wedding photographer can be one of the most difficult decisions when planning your big day! A photographer isn’t just another box to check on your list. They are the vendor you will spend the most time with. If you’re eloping, their images will be the only glimpse your friends and family have of […]

couple on the beach during their honeymoon in hawiai

I got to meet Nicole and Matthew during their honeymoon in Hawaii! They kicked off the trip on Oahu, before heading to adventure on the Big Island, and stopping in California on their way home to New York. They had to postpone their original honeymoon date due to the ‘vid and travel restrictions, so they […]

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