Engagements

Planning your California engagement photos is such an exciting part of the journey. The location you choose sets the tone for your entire session. It’s worth thinking through what feels right for you as a couple! From sentimental places to dreamy light, there are a few key details that can help make your photos feel […]

Couple holding hands and walking through an open street during their California engagement photos

Getting in front of the camera for your engagement session can feel a little intimidating, especially when you’re not sure what to do with your hands or how to stand. If you’re thinking, “We’re not models, we’re so awkward in front of the camera,” you’re not alone. Nearly every couple I work with says the […]

Couple laughing during a relaxed engagement session at Create and Bloom Studios

Josh and Ruben are getting married in Arizona but wanted to celebrate their engagement here in sunny California. We chose the WPA Rock Garden in Sacramento for its lush greenery and peaceful vibe. It was their first time ever being photographed together, and honestly, they did amazing once they settled in. The whole session felt […]

Josh and Ruben laughing together during their engagement session in Sacramento

Spring engagement sessions just hit differently! For Sam and Danielles California engagement photos in Rocklin, everything aligned perfectly. From the soft golden light, to the gentle spring breeze. It felt like a real life fairytale! Why You Should Consider Spring for your California Engagement Photos Not only is spring stunning, but it also naturally feels […]

Couple holding hands during spring engagement session in Rocklin, California with blooming flowers in the background

When Andre called me, he had a big plan in mind—one that would make his wife’s heart melt. Because their first proposal didn’t go quite as planned, he knew he had to do something special for their 10-year anniversary. He had finally gotten Malika the wedding ring of her dreams! So he was determined to […]

couple posing for photos in california

Francisco and Katherine are tying the knot in Nashville later this year, but before heading to Tennessee, they wanted to capture the beauty of their home state—California! Rodeo Beach gave them the perfect backdrop for their coastal engagement photoshoot. With its rugged cliffs, soft sand, and dreamy waves, it was the best location for their […]

Couple walking along the shore at Rodeo Beach during their dreamy coastal engagement session.

Jordan and Kaylee’s beach engagement shoot was a dream! It was set against the stunning backdrops of Fitzgerald Marine Reserve and Moss Beach in Half Moon Bay. The couple wanted a variety of scenes while keeping true to the iconic coastal California vibe. We nailed it with the mix of rocky marine landscapes and sandy […]

couple posing for their coastal engagement photos in california

Autumn and David chose the gorgeous Rodeo Beach in Marin County to have their dreamy sunset beach engagement photos. Later this year they will be getting married at The Gardens at Sutter Creek and I can’t wait to be a part of that day too! If this engagement session was a testament to how their […]

Drake and Tricia had sun a fun and adventurous engagement session along the Bolinas Ridge Trailhead and Point Reyes Trailhead! These locations were perfect for some woodsy engagement photos and also perfect for an adventurous couple like Drake and Tricia! Not only do they love adventure, but they love biking together as well! I loved […]

Adventurous Woodsy Engagement Photos

Sue and Eleni are two of the sweetest, caring, and compassionate people with such a beautiful and calm energy that surrounds them. This made capturing their engagement photos in San Francisco a piece of cake. There was no doubt that these two were made for each other with the way they flowed so naturally. We […]

Couples engagement photos in San Francisco

This beach engagement photo session at Rodeo Beach Coastal Trailhead with Michael and Kelsey was so dreamy! The energy felt like a classic novel, and I was so here for it! This location offers such perfect coastal views and the soft sandy beach, making it the perfect location for a romantic engagement session! What more […]

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