I am a Wedding, Engagement, Elopement, and Senior Photographer, based in Humboldt County, California. Here on my blog, you'll find gorgeous imagery featuring my amazing clients, as well as helpful tips and insight for your wedding day or portrait session!
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Love was in the air as Kyle and Emily tied the knot in a breathtaking, intimate ceremony at Sunset Cove, an architectural gem in Mendocino! Surrounded by just 8 of their closest friends and family, they exchanged vows with the beautiful, vast Pacific Ocean as their backdrop. As if the venue (Chateau Frolic in Mendocino, […]

Here’s an 8-step blog post to help you have a fantastic 8th-grade photo session! 8 Steps to an Awesome 8th Grade Photo Session! Eighth grade is a big year, and your photos should capture all the excitement! Whether it’s for the yearbook, a memory album, or just to celebrate this milestone, a great photo session […]

Here are 5 tips for a fun and unique 8th-grade graduation photo session, all in one great location: Explore Every Nook and Cranny: Even a single location often has diverse backdrops. Look for different textures (brick wall, green foliage, painted mural), varying light (shade, direct sun), and architectural elements (benches, stairs, fences). Moving around within a […]

Tips for a Great Fall Senior Session Fall is one of the most popular—and beautiful—times of year for senior portraits. With golden light, colorful leaves, and cozy wardrobe options, your session can feel timeless and natural. To make the most of your shoot, here are some tips for a fantastic fall senior session: 1. […]

Dartanian and Emily met on a dating app while Emily was on a vacation with friends from college in the area Dartanian was going to college. On the last day of the short trip, they matched and were instantly VERY attracted to one another, but lived in different time zones and never thought they would […]

Another amazing elopement in the redwoods! : ) These two were SO MUCH FUN! Did you know… Spending time in a redwood forest can improve your mental and physical health? Redwoods release phytoncides into the air, which can help lower blood pressure, improve sleep, and increase white blood cells. So when you book your session […]

You’ve decided to elope! That’s great, but how do you tell your friends and family the news. Everyone is going to have a different reaction and opinion on the matter. However, this is your choice and you shouldn’t let anyone ruin that. It’s best to tell the people you’re closest to in person if possible. […]

Wedding and elopement vows are a long standing tradition that really helps set the mood on your special day. Vows communicate to your partner why you are meant for each other and deserve to be together for the rest of your lives. A great thing about vows is that you don’t have to be an […]

5 Tips to Enjoy The Wedding Planning Process You’re about to celebrate and commemorate your relationship in a big way. There is so much to consider as you plan a wedding, so much so that it can easily become overwhelming and stressful. This doesn’t have to be the case though – with a few simple […]
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