Woodside seems to be a place untouched by it seasons, stunningly beautiful and green all year round. The air is fresh and the sun is warm on the days the hills can hold off the cloud bank that rolls in from the ocean. This sunshine was exactly what we needed after weeks of rain in California, a perfect day for C&V’s elevated engagement session.

I’m always encouraging couples to incorporate their love story into their engagement photos. Whether it’s walking through a favorite park, stopping at in-n-out, or visiting museums, it’s a surefire way to feel comfortable in a sometimes awkward environment. For J & S, this was coffee and a picnic, with the gorgeous Santa Barbara County Courthouse as a backdrop.

A practical guide to next steps in wedding planning

Hello and welcome Brides & Grooms to be! If you’ve landed on this page I hope that means you’ve just made the most exciting decision and are ready to jump in to the wedding planning world. It’s a large and often daunting task, and you don’t know what you don’t know. Here are some first steps to set you on your way.

It’s no secret I’m a Disney lover. Having worked for the company and inside the parks for many years I try to find myself in this special spot as often as I can. I’ve been manifesting a Disney wedding on property for a bit (hint hint!) but running around the park with these two lovebirds was equally as sweet!

Most often when we hear about Hawaii elopements we envision unforgettable beaches and breathtaking mountain ranges, but too often the island’s stunning architecture is overlooked. We met up with Ger & Jamaica on the most beautiful day, a classic Oahu morning in downtown Honolulu. She looked absolutely stunning in this detailed lace gown and a uniquely modern bouquet.

With her stunning beaches, unique mountains, and absolutely stunning architecture wherever you turn, this place has quickly become one of my favorite spots in California. I’ve always been a cold-and-foggy-NorCal-beach gal myself, but there is some sort of magic in the air here that may be convincing me otherwise.

Charleston is a photographers dream! I had such a great time with Will & Kate, who were celebrating both a wedding anniversary and had a very exciting announcement!

Kaleb and Daria shared a beautiful and intimate ceremony along the rocks of Lake Tahoe, right on the border of California and Nevada. The woodsy, adventurous feel couldn’t have been a better backdrop for these two.

Surrounded by gorgeous blooming magnolia trees, on a radiant sunshiney day, Markkus and Maharlika stood hand in hand and exchanged their vows. From the start the bride had expressed that she wanted a simple, garden inspired wedding celebrated with close friends and family. You could see how her love for Jane Austen influenced the design of this day.

If your idea of L.A. is hot, crowded, and hours of misery in traffic, you’d be correct. We knew exactly what we were getting in to on a Saturday evening in May, at the peak of Southern California’s touristy season. Despite that, we just couldn’t stay away from a staple of the city’s history and architecture, the Griffith Observatory.

After six years of long distance, many cross country flights, and even a worldwide shut down, high school sweethearts Katie and Derek threw the party of a lifetime! The two met in their childhood home of San Francisco, which was the perfect backdrop of their vibrant, multicultural celebration. K&D then brought the party to the historic Mister Jiu’s in Chinatown. Guests and passing tourists were delighted with lion dancers during a cocktail hour thats spilled out onto the street and under the iconic Chinese lanterns.

On one of the prettiest days, right when spring starts turning into summer, Lauren and Micah were married! Friends and family gathered at the beautiful Faculty Club at the UC Berkeley campus. This surprising hidden gem of a venue is a perfect example of the Californian Craftsman style. Surrounded by redwoods and oak trees, the two let the natural beauty of the property shine through.