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Man holding fiancé in his arms in front of the city hall.

REAL WEDDINGS

Downtown Phoenix, Arizona is a perfect location for an urban, editorial engagement shoot. The energy of the city pulses through the streets and the skyline creates a backdrop of aspirations. Morgan and Hayden decided to capture their love amidst the urban landscape. Additionally, we used Phoenix City Hall and the Orpheum Theatre as the canvas […]

Man holding fiancé in his arms in front of the city hall.

The Garden of the Gods, Colorado is located in Colorado Springs and is a natural wonder that truly takes your breath away. As a wedding photographer, I recently had the honor of capturing Jacqueline and Craig’s engagement session at the stunning Garden of the Gods in Colorado Springs. This beautiful couple’s love story is one […]

Garden of the Gods Engagement Session at Three Graces

As a wedding and elopement photographer, I know that every marriage celebration is unique and requires a different set of photography gear to capture its essence. However, there are certain pieces of gear that I bring with me to every wedding to ensure that I’m fully prepared for whatever challenges come my way. My Must-Have […]

My Must-Have Photography Gear
Red Rocks Amphitheater Colorado Couple posing for engagement photos

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Red Rocks Amphitheater Engagement Destination

Red Rocks Amphitheater Colorado is one of my absolute favorite places to go for photos! There are so many different locations! So, if you’re planning destination engagement photos and want to discover the heart of Colorado Springs, Colorado – this is my absolutely recommended go-to place! Location Description:  As a photographer, I’ve found that Red […]

taco bell engagement

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Garden of the Gods Engagement Session

INTRODUCTION When Ashleigh mentioned that they wanted to have their engagement photos taken at Taco Bell, I was absolutely thrilled! I couldn’t believe how perfect it was – I’m a huge fan of tacos, and I absolutely adore non-traditional engagement photos. It was such a fun and unique experience! THE TACO BELL CONNECTION Besides, who […]

Flagstaff Arizona Intimate & Colorful Summer Elopement

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Colorful Summer Elopement in Flagstaff, Arizona

In the heart of the breathtaking landscapes of Flagstaff, Arizona, lies a hidden gem that will undoubtedly take your breath away – the Arizona Nordic Village. It’s a charming venue offering an intimate setting to celebrate your special day with your loved ones. Arizona Nordic Village: A Hidden Gem Serra and Maya were two beautiful […]


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THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO PLANNING AN INTIMATE WEDDING →

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POSED VERSUS DOCUMENTARY PHOTOGRAPHY: MY APPROACH TO CAPTURING YOUR DAY →

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I’m not just here to take photos—I’m here to make sure your day feels real and true to who you are. I’ve had my own mix of good and not-so-good experiences, so I know how important it is to get this right.

I want to create an experience that makes you look around and think, “Whoa, this is us.”

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