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Nestled in the heart of California’s wine country, Sonoma County is home to a number of state parks that offer a captivating backdrop for couples dreaming of an intimate elopement in northern California. Think Sonoma County is just about wine and vineyards? You’ll see otherwise in this post! All six of these state parks showcase […]
As a wedding photographer, I thought I knew it all going into my wedding. After all, I’d been in the business for a couple years and worked with dozens of couples to help plan their dream days, and then capture it. But even still: there were things that surprised me about our wedding. Here are […]
There’s this moment that happens with many couples when they announce they’re eloping: the raised eyebrows, the slight pause, and then the question that often follows — “Isn’t that a bit… selfish?” I’m going to tell you something that might surprise you: yes, elopements are selfish. And that’s completely, wonderfully okay. Reframing “Selfish” in Wedding […]
Kayla and Kent’s Northern California elopement was nothing short of magical, and I’m thrilled to be sharing it on the blog! These two were clear from the beginning about what mattered most to them: being present with each other, surrounded by nature, and creating a day that felt authentic to who they are. When they […]
There’s a moment during every Sonoma destination elopement I photograph when couples realize they’ve made the perfect choice—it might be while standing beneath towering redwoods, overlooking the Pacific coastline, or as golden light filters through vineyard rows at sunset. No matter where their celebration happens, I’ve witnessed firsthand how this corner of the world creates […]
Wow, what a day this was! Kseniya and Nathan booked me super last minute for their Sonoma coast elopement (they actually snagged my personal record by two days — I received their inquiry 19 days in advance!) and I was so excited to be able to work with them and help plan their dream wedding […]
Kristen and Ian and I had sooo much fun during their Sonoma Coast engagement session!! When Kristen first reached out to book it with me last fall, she told me they would love to do their session in the redwoods or at the coast. Either was fine, and did I have any recommendations for them? […]
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