THE JOURNAL

The Newport Beach Pier is a beautiful backdrop for an engagement session. There would be no other way to capture this beautiful couple without Scott their Maltese who completes their party of three. They take Scott everywhere with them, so it is fitting they included him during our time together. We started this Newport Beach […]

Lars and Megs engagement session at the Montage Laguna Beach was amazing. We started our session off at the hotel and then made our way down to the beach for some scenic moments. Lars and Meg laughed, danced and were not afraid to get their toes wet while walking the shore. The sun was setting, […]

Having a Big Bear wedding only made sense for Brian and Andrea. They love the outdoors! Especially exploring and hiking mountains with their dog Whitney. The location their ceremony took place is special to me personally because it’s the same place I got married! The details of their beautiful Big Bear wedding were so cozy […]

This La Ventura Intimate wedding for Brad and Gina fit their style perfectly. Just as they wanted it with their closest loved ones. At the start of the day we saw blue skies and sunshine. We had not prepared for the rain, but it made for a romantic time at the beach. Side note… Rain […]

Naomi chose to have her senior session in San Clemente walking along the beach in an all white bohemian look. She enjoyed jumping around as the waves came and we were able to capture some great candid moments. Naomi loves living by the beach and spends her summer days enjoying the ocean. I always recommend […]

Jordan and Megan had a beautiful 7 Degrees Laguna Beach wedding. With an outdoor ceremony and exchanged their vows written on very unique items, a volleyball and a Carls Jr paper bag. There is nothing more special than inside jokes between you and your soulmate. Laguna Beach is already a beautiful place to tie the […]

She did it! Majoring in Business and Development, this college grad has completed her four year devotion at Chapman University and is off to new adventures. Lauren is on her way to Law school! This orange county, California campus is beautiful with buildings that offers historic backdrops and surrounded by greenery. Getting that classic picture […]

It’s a disco celebration at the Dana Point Yacht Club! The Sasanicks had their first look under the Dana Point arches and not long after had their pups Ralph and Henry join them for family photos. Having their dogs was very important to Ryan and Stephanie. You can follow along with their dogs lives on […]

The Grove of Redlands is the perfect hidden California venue. Love was in full effect at Brandon and Ashley’s big day. At The Grove of Redlands, the couple did their first look in an orchard of orange trees. They said “I do” with a backdrop so breathtaking as their friends and family overlooked Southern California. […]

San Clemente State Beach engagement session has it all…Gorgeous beach views, golden hour, and an adorable pup. Can you think of a better trio?! I loved capturing Shawn, Aisling and their adorable dog Hallie at one of my favorite beaches in town. I love when couples bring their dogs to their engagement sessions and their […]