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Filmy Elopement on a Rainy Day | Los Angeles Wedding Photographer Ready to take engagement or elopement pictures in Los Angeles, California? I’ve got a location guide for you, plus some fantastic rainy-day filmy photo inspiration for you. Read on for the best photoshoot locations in Los Angeles. Riya and Aaron contacted me to shoot […]

20 Dreamy Los Angeles Photoshoot Locations

downtown restaurant engagement session

It was an absolute dream working with Nicki and Luckaz to achieve their editorial engagement photos! As a professional wedding photographer, I really listen to my clients and help them feel like confident models to achieve their dream photoshoots. These are memories that they will treasure for the rest of their lives, so attention to […]

Editorial Engagement Photos at Downtown Restaurant // Nicki + Luckaz

Hanna Walkowaik, San Francisco wedding photographer

Sometimes I just know a couple will have the most epic wedding day upon meeting them; Cecily and Griffin are one of those couples! These two share an impeccable sense of style. When describing their vision for their wedding day, there was no way it could be anything short of extraordinary (and that it was!)—from […]

Old Hollywood Glam Wedding in San Francisco // Cecily + Griffin

dirt road wedding photos; elegant farm wedding

Savannah and Mike traveled cross-country for their picturesque Michigan destination wedding on their family farm. Overflowing with breathtaking scenery and priceless memories, both new and old, it’s such a special experience to celebrate your wedding in a meaningful place. There are many unique ways to include significant pieces of your life into your photos and […]

Destination Backyard Wedding in Michigan // Savannah + Mike        

Malibu beach bluff engagement session by Hanna Walkowaik Photography

Marissa and Darius’ beach bluff engagement session showcases quintessential relaxed SoCal vibes. This laid-back, artistic, and fun-loving duo was an absolute honor to work with! The moody weather, stunning beach location, and playful energy made for some truly gorgeous pictures, and we had fun creating them, too. How to Choose Your Engagement Session Outfits When […]

SoCal Beach Bluff Engagement Session // Marissa + Darius

intimate fall wedding by Hanna Walkowaik Photography California wedding photographer

Melissa and Travis know how to bring the party, beauty, and all the feels! I am obsessed with the results every time I get these two in front of my camera! Their fall destination wedding fit this couple perfectly.  Rewind to September of 2021. I had the privilege of shooting Melissa and Travis’ engagement session. […]

Fall Destination Wedding with Gorgeous Colors // Melissa + Travis

From romantic shots under grand archways to gorgeous sunset photos against the Los Angeles skyline, this engagement shoot at Griffith Observatory had it all! These two lovebirds, Sara and Noah, are set to tie the knot this September in Simi Valley.  The Spot | Griffith Observatory Griffith Observatory is a stunning attraction in LA nestled atop Mount […]

Sunset Engagement at The Griffith Observatory // Sara + Noah

vintage store wedding venue; Hanna Walkowaik Photography; trendy LA wedding

Bri and Brennan were married at a trendy vintage store with industrial accents and architectural features. I love how the owners turned the shop and warehouse space into an industrial wedding venue. They worked extra hard to ensure this sweet couple’s wedding was unique and special. A Tailored Approach As a photographer, my job is […]

Trendy LA Wedding at Vintage Store Venue // Bri + Brennan

Kailyn and Conner love to travel, explore, and try new experiences. They’re tying the knot at Grand Geneva on Lake Geneva, Wisconsin this year. But first, they wanted to do a romantic Lake Michigan engagement session in Chicago. (These two are drawn to the water!) However, this wasn’t just any waterfront location. We began their […]

Bistro & Beach Destination Engagement Session // Kailyn + Connor

As a couple, Robin and Danny are not fans of the grueling summer heat. When it came to their wedding day, they were all set for a cool, early-spring day in March. However, their priorities and plans naturally shifted when Danny became sick and needed surgery. Thankfully the first date they suggested a few months later worked for […]

Industrial Downtown Summer Wedding // Robin + Danny

best Malibu beaches; Westward Beach engagement session

I had an absolute blast shooting Jordan and Kyle’s engagement session at Westward Beach in Malibu—but it didn’t come without a few surprises, courtesy of Mother Nature! While my sessions are usually pretty straightforward, their story is a bit wild. I knew I immediately had to share how we came about this breathtaking session that […]

Malibu Beach Bluff Sunset Engagement // Jordan + Kyle

mount baldy trails

Heidi and Daniel went back and forth on the best location for their engagement session, but they settled on Mount Baldy in Southern California. This spot was especially meaningful to them because they used to hike the mountain on weekends during college. The best part about this location is there were soooo many beautiful spots […]

Best Mount Baldy Hikes for Your Engagement Session (with Photos!)