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Yesterday we had the honor of photographing Sarah and Carl in Carmel, finished off at Corral De Tierra Country Club. We can’t wait to get through all of the fun and gorgeous images! Congratulations you two. 🙂

WEDDINGS

Congratulations Sarah and Carl! {Teaser}

A few days ago we celebrated a very special occasion in addition to reflecting on (and being thankful for) all those who have blessed us with their contributions to our freedom and more. Hunter and Laura got married on Memorial Day at the gorgeous Mountain Winery in Saratoga! As you might imagine, we are busy […]

WEDDINGS

Laura and Hunter’s Mountain Winery Wedding ~ Teaser

I have the distinct privilege and honor of being a daddy. Not much else in this world moves me as much as seeing the adoration and love in our boys’ eyes when they look up to me. Today is Jk’s 7th birthday and I’m still at a loss of how FAST time goes by! You’ve […]

PERSONAL

Happy Birthday JK!

What does a groom feel as he sees his soon-to-be wife walking down the isle in her beautiful gown? Nervousness, excitement, something unexplainable yet a overwhelming feeling of joy, perhaps? We are truly blessed to be able to capture those lovely jitters a groom gets as his eyes lay sight on his beautiful bride. Teri […]

WEDDINGS

Carmel Wedding with Teri Lynn and Barry

Just a couple weeks ago, I got the wonderful opportunity to capture the love between Leah and Keith. These two are a very special couple indeed. It’s truly amazing to see them in their own element, expressing the love they have for one another. I was driving along my commute to the studio and saw […]

ENGAGEMENT SESSIONS

Monterey Engagement Session With Leah and Keith

Although we’ve been a little lagging on our blog entries (:)), it’s a pleasure to share with you a glimpse into the love of Kristen and Matt! We get the privilege of photographing their wedding coming up at Holman Ranch in Carmel Valley later this year, and couldn’t be more excited for them. A few […]

ENGAGEMENT SESSIONS

Palo Alto Engagement Session with Kristen and Matt

In addition to our wedding photography specialty in Monterey Bay, we also do several family photos throughout the year. Our favorites are when the families we get to work with invite us into their homes and we get to capture the “real” part of who they are. We’re currently editing through some absolutely adorable photos […]

LIFESTYLE & PORTRAITS

Monterey Family Photography – Special Moments

Every year thirst relief international partners with the wedding & portrait photography industry and organizes a mentor auction where you can bid on a favorite mentor & use ‘em up for 90 minutes! What’s more important is that 100% of the money goes to helping save lives by providing clean drinking water to some of […]

PHOTOGRAPHY BIZ

Thirst Relief Mentor Auction!

Our second to the last wedding of the year consisted of a private estate wedding with Jade and Daniele, with a gorgeous view overlooking the Pacific Ocean just south of Carmel. Even though the day included some rain, the weather cleared up enough for some incredible photos to be had. And of course, we took […]

WEDDINGS

Weddings Overlooking the Pacific Ocean

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