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You want photos that capture you two in your natural element (i.e. exploring and tons of laughter)!!! When you book me, you get that plus alllll the resources you need along the way!

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Looking for a northern California wedding photographer?! You’re in the right spot!!!  About Jocelyn and Nick Nick spent a lot of time in Spain with his mother’s family and Jocelyn spent a lot of time in Mexico in her parent’s hometown. Since they started dating, the two have also spent tons of time traveling to […]

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These Lake Tahoe engagement photos have to be some of my all time favorite!!  First of all, Kat and Ryan are two of the biggest sweethearts! They met me bright and early in Lake Tahoe so that we could capture sunrise photos at Emerald Bay. While it was still a gorgeous morning, I do have […]

Lake Tahoe Engagement Photos

Engagement Photos

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Mt Tam engagement photos are always some of my absolute favorites!! If you combine taking photos in Muir Woods with Mt. Tam, you’ll get the richest variety in your photos! It has a little bit of everything from gorgeous vibrant forests, to rolling green hills, to the most perfect view of the ocean!! It’s the […]

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Mt Tam Engagement Photos

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I decided I wanted to become a Northern CA wedding photographer through my own wedding experience as a bride!! I had always loved capturing candids of people even just on an iPhone!! However, getting my own photos done at my engagement shoot is what made me realize this was absolutely for me!!! First of all, […]

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If you’re looking to have a Sacramento garden wedding you need to see Maren and Tyler’s gorgeous wedding at the Gardens at Sutter Creek. It’s a total hidden gem that makes you feel like you’re in a tropical paradise, hidden garden oasis, and rustic barn setting all while feeling extremely cohesive. This venue had it […]

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Sacramento Garden Wedding

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This gorgeous Lake Tahoe CA wedding took place in their friend’s backyard and it blew my mind it was so stunning and personal! There is something extra magical about getting married in the mountains. Plus their style is to die for!!! Is boho rad a category? Because it should be and these two nailed it!!! […]

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