Ashley and Calvin’s wedding at Old Rancho in San Diego felt like walking straight into the most iconic dinner party you never wanted to leave. It was layered, colorful, a little chaotic in the best way, and deeply personal. The whole day carried this maximalist tchotchke energy that somehow balanced nostalgia and intention. Think pizza buffet comfort, but reimagined through a design lens that actually knows what it’s doing.
Read MoreWe spent the afternoon driving through Palm Springs, weaving in and out of mid-century neighborhoods that feel frozen in time and scream all the charm of Palm Springs. At one stop, something unexpected happened. The driver noticed someone was home at one of the houses we were admiring. He walked up and knocked, just to ask if we could get a little closer…And they said yes!
Read MoreThey chose Hotel Wailea for its seclusion, tucked above the shoreline from the busy tourist spots on the island. It was a gathering of only their closest family, nothing more and nothing extra. While Hotel Wailea had space for a huge event, Portia & Travis kept it intimate and personal.The ceremony offered a breathtaking view of the mountains and the ocean.
Read MoreThe Madonna Inn is easily one of my FAVORITE wedding venues. There’s an undeniable kitsch and chaos to the details here, and I mean that in the best way. Nothing felt ironic or overdone—just genuinely joyful. The colors, the textures, the little visual moments all delightfully came together because Erika and Kurt let them. They didn’t try to tone anything down or make it more palatable. They leaned into it, and in doing that, everything felt intentional instead of chaotic.
Read MoreLisa and Anthony were already married when we met up, which immediately changed the vibe—in the best way. No timeline to chase, no expectations hanging over the day. They’d done the meaningful part privately, and this was just about celebrating it, their way. The only real plan? Find good light and get pizza.
Read MoreBefore heading to their ceremony in Balboa Park, they spent some time at the Lafayette, which ended up being the perfect backdrop. It has that slightly nostalgic, tucked-away feel—colorful, textured, a little bit moody in the right light. It didn’t feel staged, just like they dropped into a place that already had character and let it do its thing.
Read MoreIf you’re dreaming of a wedding that blends California chill, bright color, and a little disco-ball magic Lauren and Sean’s day is for you. As a San Diego wedding photographer, I live for weddings that feel fun, intimate and personal. This one did exactly that.
Read MoreThey envisioned a small, laid-back, non-religious celebration with about 70 of their closest people. The vibes were 70’s gay cowboy maximalism. They committed fully — trading classic suits for custom Nudie suits in bold orange and teal, covered in rhinestone & embroidered details that caught every bit of light at @deck655.
Read MoreBritton and Ryan’s wedding at Oxbow Brewery in Newcastle, Maine, was a perfect blend of personal charm and laid-back celebration set against the beautiful backdrop of coastal Maine. As a destination wedding photographer, I loved how every detail told a story—from Britton’s thrifted vintage dress and plates to their grandmas walking down as flower girls.
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Read MoreCaiti & Jeremy’s celebration at the Lafayette Hotel in San Diego was everything a destination wedding photographer dreams of—bold style, a nontraditional timeline, and a venue packed with personality. After eloping in October 2023, they gathered close friends and family members for the ultimate party at the Lafayette Hotel’s Gutter Bar. Think bowling lanes, skeeball machines, retro charm, and plenty of room for candid moments.
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