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If you’ve been thinking about booking family photos in San Luis Obispo, there’s a good chance you’ve run into one very common obstacle. Your partner. You know you want the photos. You know the kids are only this little for so long, and you know you’ll look back someday wishing you had more pictures of […]

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If you’re looking to prepare your toddler for family photos, first of all, I’m so glad you’re doing it. I know it can feel like a gamble. Toddlers are wonderfully unpredictable. If you’re anything like most parents I work with, you’ve probably already started wondering whether they’ll cooperate. Here’s the good news: toddlers don’t have […]

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If you read my last blog, you already know that something has changed for me. After losing someone I loved, I found myself searching for printed photographs. I wasn’t looking for the thousands of images tucked away on my phone or sitting on a hard drive. I was looking for the photos I could hold […]

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The Printed Family Photos I Reached for After Loss I lost a parent not too long ago. In the weeks that followed, I found myself doing something I didn’t expect. I went looking for photographs. My search didn’t begin with a phone or a cloud folder. Instead, it led me to the photographs that had […]

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I am a big fan of The Cliffs Hotel and Spa, and I’m not going to pretend to be neutral about this one. I got married at The Cliffs Hotel & Spa in 2013. So yes, I have feelings about this venue. But after more than twelve years of photographing weddings throughout California’s Central Coast, […]

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Most photographers won’t tell you what happens before they pick up the camera. They’ll show you the golden hour portraits. The emotional vows. The perfectly timed sunset photos and packed dance floors. What they usually won’t show you is hour nine when their feet are throbbing. The neck pain that makes moving quickly harder. The […]

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Once you’ve decided to print your photos, the fun part begins—choosing how and where to display them. From framed wall art to smaller prints and custom albums, the right choices can transform your home into a warm, personalized space filled with meaningful memories. Photographs aren’t just images on a screen. When thoughtfully displayed, they become […]

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A branding photoshoot can feel exciting… and overwhelming. You want images that look polished, aligned, and professional. But when you start thinking about outfits, props, locations, vendors, and styling, it’s easy to fall into decision fatigue. The truth most people don’t realize is this: A great branding photoshoot isn’t about perfection. It’s about intention. When […]

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If you are planning a surprise proposal, you are probably balancing two big goals: ONE | Pull off the perfect moment without raising suspicionTWO | Get beautiful, candid photos of the big “YES” As a proposal photographer based in San Luis Obispo, I have helped many people plan surprise proposals, and the secret is all […]

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2026 Wedding Trends Couples and Photographers Are Getting Excited About Weddings are evolving in 2026 and not in small ways. Couples are breaking tradition, opting for experiences over expectations, and choosing details that tell their stories in a meaningful and artful way. From bold color palettes to cinematic storytelling and sustainability-driven decisions, this year’s biggest […]

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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.

Welcome to my little space. Grab your favorite beverage and stay awhile. I can’t wait to meet you & your family!

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