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We took advantage of the gorgeous Central Coast weather in February for Erica & Curry’s engagement photos. They love the beach, so we ventured to Avila Beach. One of my absolute favorite spots in San Luis Obispo County! As we walked the beach, I got to hear about how these two met, and how their […]

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Gabi & Gareth are two really remarkable human beings. They have both traveled the world and love to experience different cultures and they plan to do even more as a married couple. We had a blast hiking all over Johnson Ranch Trail as the hills were showing off all their green! Afterward, we went out […]

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Julia and Nick came down from San Francisco for a couple of days to meet up with some of their wedding vendors and to do their engagement photos! They wanted a beach, so we picked the coastline right by The Cliffs Resort in Shell Beach, California. We later grabbed a drink (I recommend the Margarita) […]

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Lyle & Jacob ventured down from the Bay Area for their engagement session. We kept it classic San Luis Obispo with starting at the Mission and ending at the Madonna Inn. I seriously could not stop laughing during their session! They have been together for nearly nine years. And they can’t wait to tie the […]

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Stefanie & Trevor came over from Bakersfield for their engagement photos at Avila Beach. We started at Sycamore Mineral Springs and ended at the beach. These two are just sweet souls who love to hang out at their family beach house. Which is also where Trevor proposed. These two have been together for nearly eight […]

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Megan and Kyle drove up from Southern California for their engagement session at Montana De Oro. We got spoiled with some beautiful warm weather. We chatted about the wedding, our love for travel and food, and laughed a ton along the way. I can’t wait for their Spring Wedding at Ella’s Vineyard! I know it […]

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I was giddy about doing Rachel & Billy’s engagement session at Still Waters Winery in Paso Robles, CA. We had the whole property to ourselves, so we laughed and wandered around the property finding all kinds of beautiful spots! These two are just pure joy to be around! When they aren’t working, they enjoy being […]

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I met up with Taylor and Shawn for their engagement session early on a foggy Sunday morning at Avila Beach, California. It was perfect because the crowds hadn’t arrived, we grabbed a quick mimosa at Custom House beforehand and then explored the little corners of this cozy beach town. But let’s roll back to how […]

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Amanda & Eric ventured up to San Luis Obispo for their engagement session before they tie the knot at the gorgeous White Barn in Edna Valley later in the summer. They are just the cutest couple and we had a ball running around with their four-legged baby, Duke. They met in college through mutual friends. […]

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I was so excited about our engagement session with Joey Marie and Mason. You know that kind of sweet, sincere and kind love that just makes your heart so happy and you can’t stop smiling? Well, that is the kind of love these two have for each other. We ventured through the Dana Powers House […]

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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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