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You just got engaged and you’re excited to document this brief and exciting period in your life. I want to help you have the best experience possible for your photo session! So, if you’re wondering how to prepare for your engagement session, you’re in the right place!  The good news is that you don’t need […]

If you’ve been asking yourself, are engagement photos worth it, my answer is an easy yes. Yes yes YES! Sure, you’ll walk away with beautiful photos (obviously!) But you’ll also get something even better: time together. I knoooww that sounds cheesy, but hear me out. Wedding planning is a freakin’ whirlwind of logistics and decisions. Your […]

There is something so special about making mini sessions part of your family’s yearly tradition. Life moves fast. One year your little one is taking their first steps, and the next they’re running across the grass with the biggest smile on their face. It’s easy to think you’ll remember every stage, but the truth is […]

If you’re dreaming of an editorial, elevated, vibey studio maternity session… this blog is for you. I’m still dreaming about these glowy images in this elegant studio!!  When this sweet couple reached out, I was immediately struck by how kind and loving they were. As we talked about their growing family, I learned they were […]

Big changes are happening around here, and I couldn’t be more excited to finally finally!!! share them. The Place in Uptown has become such a meaningful part of this season of my life and business.  On June 1st, my friend Nicole and I officially became co-owners of this beautiful creative studio in Whittier. While I’ll […]

If you’ve started dreaming about getting engaged, you may have found yourself wondering, do you want a luxury proposal? You’re seeing the dreamy TikToks and scrolling the Instagram carousels. These beautiful milestone events are so freakin’ special! BUT… they aren’t the only way to get engaged. Some couples spend months planning every detail together. Others dream of […]

It’s tiiiiiimmmmeee!! Well. Almost!! I’m locked in behind my computer preparing all the holiday sessions for this year to launch soon, and I SO EXCITED to share them with you. These annual photo shoots are so meaningful to me, and that’s why I keep offering them year after year. This will be my SEVENTH year!! […]

You’re getting married! Planning your DREAM DAY!!! And then you get the timeline, and it can be reallllyyy tricky to know how to build a seamless reception timeline.  There is a way to structure the time after your ceremony in a way where you can kick back and enjoy the whole night without worrying about […]

There’s something really special about Serendipity Gardens Weddings in Oak Glen, CA. From the second you arrive, the whole atmosphere feels peaceful, romantic, and tucked away from the hustle & bustle. Between the mountain views, garden pathways, glowing sunset light, and the sweetest staff, it’s easily become one of my favorite wedding venues in Southern […]

Kimberly Crest House & Gardens feels like stepping into a European estate without ever leaving Southern California. Between the French château-inspired mansion, Italian-style gardens, fountains, and romantic pathways, the entire property creates such an elevated and timeless atmosphere for photos. It’s one of those locations that just makes a session feel elegant, refined, and effortlessly […]