THE JOURNAL

It was the perfect day! The sun veiled in light clouds and the breeze flowing through on a warm summer day, Natalie & Dennis were getting ready at the iconic La Valencia Hotel in La Jolla, California. Walking around the grounds, you could hear giggles coming from the bridal suite and a getting ready playlist […]

After a beautiful Christmas weekend, we got up super early to catch sunrise at Balboa Park – and wow was it worth it! Natalie & Dennis met us at the steps of Spreckles Organ Pavilion and we slowly warmed up as the sun rose over the empty park. Cold as it may have been, these […]

Wind in both our hairs, arms around each other, this was the moment it all actually felt real. A LOT more real! We’re getting married! Over the years, Hayes and I have photographed many couples’ engagement sessions, telling their love stories through photos and videos, and allowing them to enjoy time alone together. We get […]

“Will you be my sunrise partner forever?” Sitting on a blanket on the beaches of Hilton Head, Ashley was asked the biggest question of her life by the love of her life! An easy, “YES!” and it was time to pop the champagne to celebrate their engagement! How they met: In true cool kid fashion, […]

Imagine you’re scrolling through Pinterest and land on the perfect wedding day gallery: sun-drenched portraits, heirloom details, and styled flat lays that look straight out of a fashion editorial. Each image is effortlessly elegant—and the wedding itself? Magazine-worthy. What sets these stunning weddings apart? It’s the details. Details tell the story of your day, your […]