If you’re like many young couples these days, your pet is more like family to you than others understand. That being the case, it makes sense that you would want to include them in the photos of special moments in your life. Taking dog engagement photos is more possible than you realize and with a few tips under your belt, you’ll be ready to book your shoot in no time! Read on to learn how I work with my clients and their furry friends for their engagement sessions.

3 Tips for Including Your Dog in Your Engagement Photos

Couple kiss during their engagement photos in Bay Area.

3 Tips for Including Your Dog in Your Engagement Photos

Do you want to book a photoshoot with your significant other but truly despise the cliche poses and photos you often see posted on social media? I get it! Those photoshoots can feel awkward and forced, especially if you’re alread a little camera shy. One thing I have spent a lot of time working on with couples is unique photoshoot ideas for their sessions. I want my clients to feel comfortable and like their most true selves during their couples photoshoot.

How to Plan a Couples Photoshoot That is Unique to You

Couple with motorcycle sit with a view

How to Plan a Couples Photoshoot That is Unique to You

Anyone who has gotten married knows what a whirlwind of a day it can be! From the excitement of the moment to being sure to invest time in each of your guests, this well planned event can fly by in the blink of an eye. As you plan your wedding, you will most likely spend a lot of time and money on all the details that make up the ambiance of your beautiful day.

6 Wedding Details to Have Your Photographer Capture

Wedding day flatlay in Belize wedding day.

6 Wedding Details to Have Your Photographer Capture

So many couples I work with request outdoor engagement photos, and I don’t blame them! A moment of twirling with your love amongst tall trees, or sharing a kiss in a field of wildflowers, can truly create the perfect environment for dreamy engagement photos. But what do you do when the weather decides not to cooperate and casts a shadow on your sunny day plans?

3 Tips for Rainy Engagement Photos

Couple pose with horse for their engagement session.

3 Tips for Rainy Engagement Photos

Does this sound like you: you’ve just gotten engaged and you’re planning to schedule a photoshoot to commemorate this big moment in your life, but you’re just not feeling inspired? Or, you’re excited to have someone capture these images, but don’t want the same, basic engagement photos you see everyone else posting on social media? The good news is, I have plenty of clients who want to mix things up and get creative for their engagement photos!

Classic Car Engagement Inspiration

Couple pose with classic car for their engagement photos in Los Angeles

Classic Car Engagement Inspiration

For some wedding photographers and vendors, work can be slow during a few months out of the year. In this time, one of my favorite things to do is get together with other vendors and collaborate on new ideas for our customers. This provides an opportunity to meet new people, work with different companies, and create some inspiration for potential clients like you!

Retro Wedding in the Desert

Bride and groom pose with drink trailer in California.

Retro Wedding in the Desert

When you think of San Francisco do you immediately think of the Golden Gate Bridge, or is that just me? Many couples who book engagement photos in the Bay Area request views of this iconic monument, or other San Fran popularities. Being somewhat new to the area, I’ve made it my personal mission to find all the best engagement photo locations in San Francisco.

Best San Francisco Engagement Locations

Couple reaches out their hands to each other in San Francisco during their engagement photos

Best San Francisco Engagement Locations

When I first started taking photography more seriously, I was open to a variety of different types of photoshoots. As my business has expanded and I’ve chosen to focus on the couples, weddings, and elopements niche, there are a lot of clients I no longer take on. Today’s blog post features some very special people and a style of photography I don’t often offer anymore – family sessions.

A Special Family Session

Family hugs on a sand dune in San Francisco during a photoshoot.

A Special Family Session

In 2022, many couples are looking for ways to save on their big day while still throwing a glamorous and beautiful event. One popular way of doing so is to jump on the DIY wedding decor trend! Now, you may be wondering, is a DIY wedding cheaper? Or, how can I do DIY without it looking tacky? In this article I will share an incredible example of clients who were able to save money and also create a stunning event for their wedding on a budget.

A Beautiful Wedding on a Budget

Bride and groom hold hangs during their desert wedding day in Joshua Tree.

A Beautiful Wedding on a Budget

If you are planning a wedding or elopement in the Bay Area, look no further than San Francisco City Hall. Affectionately known as The People’s Palace, this venue’s grand embellishments and elegant presence create the perfect environment for your special day. With a luxurious amount of halls, balconies and galleries to choose from for your ceremony or reception, there is no lack of variety when it comes to photo opportunities.

San Francisco City Hall – A Magnificent Wedding Venue

Bride and groom cuddle on steps in San Francisco City Hall on their wedding day.

San Francisco City Hall – A Magnificent Wedding Venue

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