Who would have guessed that the East Bay Area would be home to a stunning redwood park? Ashley and Nico celebrated their engagement amidst the breathtaking beauty of the Oakland Redwoods. As an engagement and wedding photographer with a keen eye for capturing love stories, I couldn’t have asked for a better setting.

Sarah, Lucas, and I have a history. I was so so excited when Sarah wanted to do another family session together, this time at one of my favorite places on earth, Carmel-by-the-Sea. Little did Sarah know that this family photoshoot would take an unexpected and exciting turn.

Picture this: a sun-drenched San Francisco afternoon, the perfect backdrop for an engagement session that would make even the most jaded of hearts skip a beat. Savannah and Brandon, dressed to the nines in formal attire, were ready to embark on a whirlwind of a day – with an engagement party right after our shoot. Talk about dedication!

When Taylor reached out and asked me to candidly capture the moment he proposed to Sam, I immediately that I had to say yes! We decided to do the shoot on the beautiful cliffs of Pacifica, California, with the picturesque ocean views providing an ideal backdrop. I knew that the location would add an extra touch of magic to the moment, and I was ecstatic to begin!

As I looked through the lens of my camera during my recent family photo session, I was struck by the beauty of the Filoli Gardens in Woodside, California. The vibrant flowers blended perfectly with the impressive brick architecture, creating an almost ethereal atmosphere – truly a Secret Garden vibe! But, as a photographer, I know that there’s something deeper to it than just capturing a beautiful scene.