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If you’re dreaming of a wedding day that feels like a European escape—without ever leaving Southern California—Monserate Winery is truly something special. Nestled in the rolling hills of North San Diego County, this venue blends timeless architecture, soft natural beauty, and that quiet luxury feel that makes everything feel effortlessly elevated. From the moment you […]

There is something so special about this season—the quiet anticipation, the deepening love, the beginning of everything. This Torrey Pines maternity session felt like the most natural continuation of their story. I’ve had the absolute honor of photographing their engagement session at Sunset Cliffs, and later their beautiful wedding at Cape Rey Carlsbad (you can […]

Testing a Vintage Camera from Japan There’s something magical about photographing a couple on film. The softness, the grain, the way the light blooms just a little differently than digital — it feels nostalgic and timeless all at once. During this engagement session at Balboa Park, I brought along a new (well… new to me) […]

Angelina and Rory’s Rancho Guejito Vineyard Wedding was filled with beautiful views, meaningful moments, and personal details that made their celebration uniquely theirs. One of the most special parts of this wedding for me was that Angelina and Rory have been family friends for over 15 years. Being able to document such an important milestone […]

Grand Tradition Estate Engagement | A Romantic Garden Photoshoot There is something so timeless about a Grand Tradition Estate engagement session — the winding brick paths, tucked-away terraces, romantic fountains, and lush tropical gardens. It feels like stepping into a secluded European estate, right here in Southern California. When these two shared that they’ll be […]

Meaghan and Dustin’s Twin Oaks Garden wedding was one of those days that felt romantic in the sweetest way! From the very beginning, these two were so connected. They are the kind of couple where you can tell they’re completely at home with each other. Every look Dustin gave Meaghan felt full of so much […]

There is truly nothing sweeter than those first days at home with a brand new baby. Baby Olivia’s lifestyle San Diego newborn photography session was the perfect reminder of how beautiful the quiet moments can be. The tiny stretches, the sleepy snuggles, and all the little details that make this season feel so special. Newborn […]

Tessa and Jamie’s Humphreys Half Moon Inn wedding was completely unforgettable from start to finish! From the garden ceremony to a candlelit reception under the stars at the iconic Humphreys by the Bay concert grounds, every part of this celebration was full of joy, energy, and the kind of love that fills an entire room. […]

Casa del Prado • Botanical Gardens • Casa del Rey Moro Garden There’s something about Balboa Park that feels like stepping into a European daydream without ever leaving California. The architecture, the palm trees swaying in the breeze, the hidden gardens tucked behind archways — it’s romantic in that quiet, cinematic way I will forever […]

Sterling and Cory’s wedding day at La Valle Coastal Club was the kind of celebration that feels impossible not to smile through. From the very beginning, their love was absolutely fierce — the kind of connection that’s infectious in the best way. Being around them felt like stepping into pure joy, and honestly… I could […]