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This wedding at Sunstone Winery, California has a special place in my heart. I started off the day photographing all their details and surroundings. This venue is incredible. Tucked on the edge of the Santa Ynez River, Sunstone Villa is an architectural masterpiece. Reminiscent of wineries in the Provencal French countryside, the courtyard and architecture create the […]

A San Diego wedding photographer’s guide to choosing with confidence, not pressure. If I could sit next to you for a moment, not as a vendor, but as someone who has walked alongside hundreds of brides on their wedding day , I’d tell you this first: Hiring your wedding photographer isn’t about finding the “best” […]

A San Diego wedding photographer’s guide to shaping a day that actually feels good. One of the biggest misconceptions couples have when planning a wedding is this:a timeline is just a schedule. It’s not. Your wedding timeline quietly dictates: After documenting weddings across the USA and abroad, one thing is always true:the most elevated, effortless […]

A San Diego wedding photographer’s honest guide to protecting your day, your memories, and your sanity. Every year, newlyweds say the same thing:“The day went by so fast… I wish we had focused on what actually mattered.” After photographing luxury weddings across San Diego, Southern California, and destination locations, one pattern is consistent: regrets don’t […]

50 Southern California Wedding Venues For a Timeless, Memorable & Romantic Day 1. Pelican Hill Resort (Newport Coast) 2. The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel (Dana Point) 3. The Langham Huntington (Pasadena) 4. Sunstone Villa (Santa Ynez) 5. Calamigos Ranch (Malibu) 6. Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore (Santa Barbara) 7. Hummingbird Nest Ranch (Simi Valley) 8. The […]

Okay, let’s talk dream engagement photos. Picture this: soft sand between your toes, the ocean breeze in your hair, and the sun setting behind you—welcome to San Diego’s beaches! Whether you’re looking for playful fun or those dramatic, “wow” moments, the beaches here have your back. I mean, who doesn’t want waves crashing behind them […]

Bridal Poses: From candid moments to classic elegance, these poses ensure your wedding day is captured perfectly. Alright, ladies—let’s talk about the bridal photos you have to get on your big day. These are the ones that’ll have you looking back years from now, saying, “Yep, I slayed that day!” I’m all about making you […]

So, you’ve got the dress, the venue, and the photographer (hey, it’s me!). Now let’s talk about one tiny but crucial detail: your bridal nails! Whether you’re going timeless or trendy, your nails are like the cherry on top of your wedding look. Plus, every time you show off that ring, you want your hands […]

Planning a wedding that blends luxury, romance, and a personal touch is a dream for many couples. At Monserate Winery, this couple brought their vision to life with a beautiful DIY Italian-themed wedding, hosting 300 guests. With the help of documentary-style wedding photography, their day was captured in a timeless, authentic way.

“My vision was elegant and timeless. I wanted to create a day that felt like it stood still in time. I didn’t want us to look back on our photos, years from now, and say “that was the style back then.” I wanted something that looked and felt amazing now, and would always feel that […]

ANDREA AND SAM’S WEDDING AT LA VALENCIA HOTEL IN LA JOLLA WAS A CELEBRATION OF LOVE, LUXURY, AND ELEGANCE. I HAD THE HONOR TO PHOTOGRAPH THIS SPECTACULAR EVENT. IT WAS SUCH A MAGICAL DAY TO CAPTURE. La Valencia, also known as “The Pink Lady,” has been a staple in the La Jolla community since 1926. […]