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Lindsay & Joe celebrated their marriage over this past weekend with their family and friends at the stunning The Grace Maralyn Estate & Gardens. It was a mild summer afternoon in Atascadero, California. I couldn’t stop smiling and laughing with these two all day. Two hearts of gold who wanted us to be there to […]

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Stefanie & Trevor became husband and wife yesterday afternoon at the beautiful Spyglass Inn in Pismo Beach, California. After postponing once in March of this year, to needing to postpone their large wedding again, these two decided on a small wedding with their immediate family and a few close friends. Once things settle, they want […]

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GENERAL CLOTHING TIPS WANT A FAIL-PROOF FORMULA? Put most of the family in different neutral shades (i.e. ivory, gray, beige) and then add a few pops of coordinating color. See the sample palettes further down this post! START WITH ONE PERSON. It’s way easier to visualize the whole puzzle once you know what one piece […]

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Mikaila & David officially became Mr. & Mrs. on 8/8/2020 at Fallen Oaks Estate in Paso Robles, California! Instead of a full wedding, they opted for a mini ceremony under the oak tree with their immediate family. For those not in attendance, they had their friends tied in through Zoom. Next June, we will celebrate […]

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You know the couple who is just all smiles and every time you laugh, they laugh even bigger and better?! And then you are all giggling and you can’t really remember why? Well, that is how Taylor & Peter were during their engagement session at the Jim Green Trail in Atascadero, California. We had perfect […]

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I’ve known Tracey for over six years and she has become a dear friend. Such a zest for life, Blake and Tracey are a perfect pair. We met while I was at Kennedy Club Fitness and she was at Cool Cat Cafe. Both working events, I had Cool Cats come and serve burgers for our […]

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I know this year wasn’t what we expected it to be, but let’s celebrate a little shall we?! It is time for fall family photos! So here are the details! Sessions are SUPER LIMITED THIS YEAR since I want to keep each family safe and won’t be doing multiple sessions in a day. Current Available […]

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Nothing would stop Katelyn & Keith from getting married, including this current pandemic. After postponing once, these two were able to tie the knot last weekend. It was a perfect afternoon at The Cliffs Hotel & Spa for this mini ceremony. You could see the entire coastline! There was a slight breeze and the sun […]

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Bailey and her family have been patiently waiting to do their family photos. Since the pandemic hit, we had to reschedule a couple of times before finally being able to photograph them! But on this day, the weather was not on our side. There was wind, there was rain, but there was a rainbow to […]

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Kristen & Aaron ventured up for a weekend getaway on the Central Coast. During that time, we did their engagement photos at Talley Vineyards in Arroyo Grande. This property provides epic light every single time I am out there. Beautiful landscape, lush vineyards, and a whole field of orange blossoms made for stunning backdrops! Aaron […]

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As your San Luis Obispo Wedding & Portrait Photographer, I have made it my mission to celebrate the intimate moments in life - big and small. Having your photo taken shouldn’t be stressful, but rather a time to celebrate where you are in life. So I aim to give you clear direction all the while letting your unique personality shine. I strive to be your biggest advocate, cheerleader, and the best third wheel you could ask for.

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