Most people hear Sacramento and think government buildings and freeway interchanges. What they don’t expect is a city with genuine character, layered history, and some of the most photogenic architecture in Northern California. That’s exactly why I love shooting here. Sacramento gives you Victorian mansions, waterfront charm, cobblestone streets, and sweeping gardens, often within a […]

What brought me back to California was my older sister and her family. I wanted to be part of my nephews’ lives, and that’s how Humboldt became one of my home bases. Since then, exploring everything this area has to offer has become one of my favorite parts of being back. Humboldt packs an unbelievable […]

I was born in Fremont, so the Bay Area has always been home. When couples book me for a wedding here, it feels natural in a way that’s hard to explain. I know these streets, I know this light, and I know just how much this region has to offer. The Bay Area might be […]

Northern California Wedding Photographer Tips See that image above? That feeling right there is exactly how I want you to feel on your wedding day. I put this guide together to help you plan a calm wedding, one where you actually enjoy the day instead of rushing through it. Not feel pulled in ten directions. […]

Most couples start their photographer search the same way. They scroll through Instagram, save a bunch of posts, and then realize they have no idea how to actually narrow it down or what to look for beyond pretty pictures. Having spent years on the other side of this process, here’s what I wish more couples […]

I’ve shot weddings across a lot of this state, and I’ll say it plainly: Northern California is genuinely hard to beat as a place to get married. Not because of any one thing. It’s how much it offers, and how different each part of it feels from the next. Coastal, forested, urban, rural, intimate, grand. […]

Here’s What You Need to Know.. Eloping in Northern California is something truly special. It’s intimate, adventurous, and deeply personal. As a Northern California wedding photographer, I’ve had the honor of capturing many beautiful elopements. Over the years, I’ve seen how this incredible region creates the perfect backdrop for couples who want to celebrate their […]

Planning a destination wedding is one of the most exciting adventures you can take on as a couple. Whether you’re dreaming of saying your vows on a beach in Hawaii, under a waterfall in Iceland, or on a vineyard in Italy, the idea of combining your love story with a beautiful location is pretty magical. […]

Bringing Childhood Memories Full Circle Through Storytelling There’s something about Hawaii that sticks with you. I visited a couple of times as a kid, and even though those memories are soft around the edges now—sun on my face, sand in my shoes, and the sound of waves crashing in the background—the feeling has never left. […]

As a wedding photographer, I’m drawn to stories—not just the ones that unfold in front of my lens, but the ones that lead us to the people and places that matter most. And for me, Australia isn’t just a dream destination for its stunning scenery or warm light (though it has plenty of both). Australia […]