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The process for how to backup photos as a wedding photographer is one of, if not the most, important step to master when beginning! I have a multi-step process to ensure all of my photos are safe from theft, fire, card malfunction, etc.! I account for pretty much every situation out there! Below are the […]

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One of the most common questions I get is: do I need a second shooter at my wedding? I’d say…it depends on a lot of factors. Personally, I love second shooters for weddings with about 50 people or more. I’m going outline the top 3 benefits below. At the end of the day though, it’s […]

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I’m obsessed with Santa Cruz engagement photos! I grew up going there every summer with my best friend’s family. One of my favorite things about my photography career is that I’ve gotten to go back so often and capture so many love stories!!! Kelsey and Quin are getting married next year and booked me for […]

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You’re looking for a Kauai elopement photographer and ALSO starting to plan your most perfect vacation while you’re there!!! Well not only am I a wedding and elopement photographer but I’ve also spent tons of time in Hawaii because I have family there!  Also, we spent our own honeymoon on this beautiful island and I […]

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This River Highlands Ranch wedding was one of my favorite weddings EVER!!! Mallory & Stephen are two of the most genuine and fun loving humans!!!!  Love & baseball  Their love story is rooted in their shared love of sports, particularly baseball & softball!!! Not only were each of them incredible athletes, but they actually met […]

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Wanting creative engagement photos?!! Yazzi & Rajeev’s In-n-out engagement photos are the perfect example of weaving your personality into the shoot!! The two love In-n-Out and wanted half of their photos to be taken there (the first half of the session was at a nearby winery!).  This session was a VIBE! I loved that they […]

Scribner Bend winery is a beautiful wedding venue off of the Sacramento river! It’s tucked back in gorgeous and quaint wine country just 15 minutes south of downtown Sacramento. What I love about Scribner Bend!! First of all, the wine is amazing! So if you two are wine fans then you definitely need to check […]

You heard back from your dream wedding photographer and they (hopefully!) set up a time for you to chat…and now you’re wondering what the heck you should even be paying attention to on the initial call to see if they’re a good fit?! 3 most crucial things to pay attention to! 1. Are they asking […]