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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

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

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!)

I finally get to share this phenomenal destination beach wedding with you! After clicking with Nicole and Juan over Zoom, I couldn’t wait to document their engagement and destination wedding weekend! First step: photographing their stunning engagement shoot in beautiful Chicago. They wanted their engagement photos to have the same vibe as their upcoming Cabo destination wedding at The […]

The Cape Hotel Thompson // Cabo Destination Wedding

When you search for unique wedding ideas, the results show tons of articles on how to “wow your guests.” But this is your special day to commemorate your commitment to each other and your decision to do life together. Your friends and family are there to support you and celebrate the occasion with you. You don’t have […]

11 Ideas for a ‘Uniquely You’ Wedding Day

Tori and Dan’s wedding day was one for the books, complete with warm sunshine, a romantic first kiss, a beautiful venue, and celebratory dancing. Tori even wrote and recorded a song for the dance with her dad. All in all, it was picture perfect! How to Find the Perfect Wedding Venue Looking for the perfect […]

7 Things to Consider When Booking Your Wedding Venue

Saddlerock Ranch wedding

The day finally arrived! After photographing Sabrina and Edgar’s romantic Angeles National Forest engagement session last year, I couldn’t wait for their wedding day at Saddlerock Ranch. Located in the Malibu Hills with over 1,000 acres of gorgeous landscape, Saddlerock Ranch, operated by Malibu Family Wines, features a rich history and breathtaking scenery. This venue offers some of […]

Saddlerock Ranch Wedding // Malibu Wedding Photographer 

Allison and Spencer envisioned garden party vibes with skyline views for their wedding day, so this downtown winery offered the perfect ambiance for the occasion. Even though there was no rain in the forecast, it poured buckets of luck on their wedding day. The rain lasted just long enough to get their movie-worthy shots of […]

California Wedding Venues // Best Locations for Gorgeous Wedding Photos

wedding trends

Anne and Seamus are as trendy as it gets in 2022. I cannot gush about their wedding enough! From the images I captured of Anne enjoying some bubbly under the chandelier in the charming clawfoot tub, to the intimate rooftop dance in the dark (SWOON), every photo opportunity they provided had my photographer heart fluttering. […]

9 Swoon-worthy Wedding Trends You’ll Love

Any professional photographer can do weddings, right? Hmm, not quite. There’s the obvious requirements: flexible schedule, excellent communicator, ready to improv (due to unexpected weather, wardrobe snafus, sick groomsman, etc.). But there’s plenty more to consider before hiring a photographer. I’m certainly not knocking other photographers. Newborn photographers—whew! Mad props to those special people. Safely […]

4 Things to Check Before Hiring a Wedding Photographer

One of you popped the question, the other said, “Yes!” Now, it’s time to say, “I do!” In your eagerness for this long-awaited day, it’s easy to fly through the wedding ceremony and miss the details. It’s natural. You’re hopped up on adrenaline, and before you know it you’re joining your guests at the reception. […]

Wedding Planning // Preparing for your Wedding Ceremony