As a wedding photographer, I have the privilege of witnessing love stories unfold in various forms, and ever since Covid and 2020, elopements have held a special place in my heart. If you’re considering eloping, here are some tips from my perspective as a photographer to ensure your day is as magical as you envision.

They say “Go Big or Go Home”…. well when it comes to weddings, the later is one of my preferred. Don’t get me wrong, I love big parties, beautiful venues, but there is something so pure and genuine when you do it at home…and trust me, it can be done in a most beautiful way.

With a love story straight from Hollywood, Kaitlin and Adam said their I do’s inside the historic St. Teresa Avila chuRch nestled atop the hills of Bodega Bay.

First looks….. I get a lot of questions from my couples about first looks. Namely, what are they? First looks is a new(ish) idea for couples on their big day. Essentially a first look is where the couple will get a moment prior to their walk down the isle to see each other. First reactions […]

I have been shooting weddings for nearly 10 years, and that means I have been to hundreds of venues. While there are so many I absolutely adore for a variety of reasons, the one I have at the top of my list would hands down have to be The Maples in Woodland, Ca. Not only […]

My name is Michelle, and I’m a photographer. I avoid the other end of the lens, but have committed to sharing more about who I am and what inspires my photography!

Engagement photos with your wedding photographer is one of the most important parts of picking your photographer. From why you need one to what you can do with your engagement photos, I break it all down for you here.

You’ve got the ring, you’ve got the venue. You’ve got the guest list and the photographer (hopefully me!), but now you need your paper goods… How else are you going to get the word out about the marriage of the century!? How else will you remember those friends and family who came to share in […]

Ok, so 2020…whew. Am I right? I mean, at this point I’m pretty sure that 2020 is the newest 4 letter word. This year has been a challenge for everyone and on so many different levels. From one disappointment to the next it’s been a hard row to hoe, BUT… It’s allowed us to reconnect […]

  Nothing goes according to plan… That’s just the way life goes isn’t it? You can plan and organize and schedule out your big day, but odds are.. something goes amiss. Your florist gets lost. Your DJ didn’t get the updated playlist for the dance. You lose your rings (yes this has happened). It starts […]