THE JOURNAL
Love notes on capturing unrepeatable seasons & stories
To the down-to-earth, let’s-do-things-our-way, effortlessly cool souls
Luxury Rancho Bernardo Inn Wedding
Rebecca and Ryan’s luxury wedding held at the stunning Rancho Bernardo Inn. The enchanting backdrop of lush gardens, serene landscapes, and the warm San Diego sun created an unforgettable atmosphere for this momentous occasion.
Retro Palm Springs Engagement Session
Miranda and Anthony's Palm Springs engagement session was so charming and unique! The combination of craft cocktails, poolside lounging, a classic car, and Anthony's electric guitar made this shoot just so much fun! The 1960s neighborhoods and the retro vibe were a perfect match for their style.
Ace Hotel Palm Springs Wedding
I’ve been so excited to work with the talented Fawn Events team for quite some time, so I was absolutely thrilled when they reached out on behalf of Rosanna + Robert! The Ace Hotel is an iconic wedding spot in Palm Springs, I knew this was going to be a super rad day!
Romantic La Jolla Beach Engagement
I drew inspiration for this engagement shoot from the iconic scene in the Notebook where Allie says “If you’re a bird, I’m a bird”. If you were a teenager in the early 2000s like me, you know how instrumental this movie was in our future romance daydreams. When I asked Nicole and Ryan how they wanted to feel when they look at these images, their answer was “We want to remember how blissful this engagement period is. I just want these pictures to be a snapshot in time - to convey how happy we are with each other and in this wonderful phase of our lives.
Romantic Franciscan Gardens Wedding
Their wedding took place at one of my all-time favorite venues, Franciscan Gardens in San Juan Capistrano. Across the street, they got ready in the sweetest little hotel. Then the couple met at the historic Mission for their first look (after the boys had a pitcher of beer at the local bar of course). Their best friends cheered them on after they shared their private vows, and everyone’s eyes were a little misty!
Earthy and Modern Leo Carrillo Ranch Wedding
I was so excited for Kristen + Nick’s wedding day, these two are such kind and sweet souls! Ivory and Stone helped their design dreams come to life at Leo Carrillo Ranch. I love the earthy textures and clean modern lines that she chose! It complemented this historic ranch property so well.
Luxury L'Auberge Del Mar Wedding
Luxury wedding at the L’Auberge Del Mar. Stunning ocean views, high end details, and an intimate candle lit dinner created an unforgettable atmosphere.
Timeless Hummingbird Nest Ranch Wedding
It’s been on my bucket list to photograph a wedding at Hummingbird Nest Ranch, so naturally I was overjoyed when Casey + Mikey reached out. Originally from opposite ends of the country, their story began at Penn State where they both went to college. Mikey did what any man would do…he slid into Casey’s DM’s with the unforgettable line “One day we’re going to tell our kids that we met on Instagram”.
Tropical Botanica Oceanside Wedding
Ashley + William waited long enough, they were finally ready to enjoy their wedding day celebration in San Diego! The pandemic put a slight delay on their wedding plans, so by the time their day got here they were already technically married and starting their family :) I’m sure many 2020 couples can relate!
Modern + Boho Destination Wedding in Bali, Indonesia
Denise + Patrick planned their destination wedding in Bali with the goal of creating an unforgettable experience for their guests. With the help of the creative masterminds at Hitch’d Weddings (the made a literal wedding bible for the day) they exceeded everyone’s expectations.
Khyra Beaucrest Ranch Wedding
Tucked away in the high desert of California, Khyra Beaucrest Ranch is a hidden gem of a wedding venue. You instantly feel transported to the French countryside upon arrival. I couldn’t think of a more perfect place for Kayla and Simon’s destination wedding.