Tabitha and Andrew’s Dark & Moody Pismo Beach Engagement moved through several distinct Central Coast settings. We began near the Pismo Beach Butterfly Grove, then followed the bridges and beach paths toward the coast. We finished at the Oceano Dunes near sunset. The wide sand and neutral textures created a simple backdrop for ethereal, cinematic...
Catalina and Dylan’s Spreafico Farms Wedding combined sweeping San Luis Obispo countryside views with a deeply local celebration. The ranch landscape, including its familiar cows, gave the photographs a strong sense of place. Their reception added another layer of energy when Brass Mash performed live. The band’s mashups and covers turned the dance floor into...
Ahh, nothing like a Los Osos Couples Portrait Session ~ it is my hometown, after all! Which also means that I know pretty beautiful locations to capture couples portraits at, such as Montana de Oro State Park & Sweet Springs Nature Preserve. But you didn’t hear that from me… 😉
Rozy brought a bold editorial presence to her Montana de Oro Senior Portrait Session. Vibrant red clothing stood out against the park’s natural palette, while her confident expressions gave the photographs a fashion-forward edge. The session became a small adventure through one of the Central Coast’s most varied landscapes. Instead of forcing one pose or...
Yuri planned a Hammersky Vineyards Surprise Proposal for Ashley beneath the winery’s recognizable oak tree. We coordinated the timing in advance so I could wait nearby without revealing the plan. When they reached the tree, I moved into position and photographed the proposal as it happened. The quiet setup protected the surprise while still giving...
So, funny story… Alizah + Nick booked me literally the day before their Santa Barbara Courthouse wedding! Things fell through with their original photographer, but with a stroke of luck I was available to capture their special day, and wow…how special things turned out to be.
These two lovebirds were incredible to work with on what has been a beautiful journey to their wedding. We first met at their friend’s wedding that I was working last year, and once they saw their friend’s wedding photos they made the wise decision to book me. 😉 We soon met up again for a gorgeous engagement session up in San Francisco, where they showed me some cool local spots and treated me to my first authentic Korean restaurant experience! Then a few months & a pandemic later, we were finally reunited for their intimate, COVID-conscious wedding this fall, where all guests were tested beforehand to keep things safe enough to party. The result? Well, see for yourself! 🙂
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It’s been almost a year since I’ve made time for a blog post. Crazy. But what better way to re-enter the blog game than with another gorgeous Tiber Canyon Ranch wedding! Katie & Sean tied the knot at this epic venue in July and their day couldn’t have been more glorious, nor their smiles any bigger. These two brought the party and I’m so grateful to have been a part of the magical celebration! Allow yourself to live vicariously through the wedding with the photos below, and if you’re looking for coverage like this on your wedding day please don’t hesitate to reach out!
Special shout-out to Dylan Kyle Photography for helping out and providing me with a few of the photos here! You can find his work here: https://www.dylankylephotography.com/
With love,
James
Still basking in the afterglow of this one. My first time shooting a wedding at the beautiful Tiber Canyon Ranch did not disappoint! Annika & James brought some Louisiana culture to our little California town with their special day, complete with a bluegrass band (look up The Big Decisions, they’re amazing!) and a second line parade to introduce the newlyweds! Had so much fun on this one, and I hope you can feel the love through their photos! Congrats to Mr. & Mrs. Dorman! 🙂
Kicking off the summer ’18 wedding season with some record temperatures in SLO County! Obviously, the fiery passion between Alyssa & Daniel here was the true source of the heat. 😉
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tiffani + braden got married on the courthouse rooftop, we wandered downtown slo, then landed at madonna inn for bubbles + pink hearts forever 💖
cute af from start to finish 😍
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took a trip down to the iconic @sbsuperiorcourt to photograph these two sweethearts’ micro wedding that was full of heart and emotionally enriched by their family hype squad & cute cameo appearances with their baby gurl 👼🏼💖✨
caught these two sneaking kisses in the elevator not once but TWICE at @juliamorganballroom #pda #scandalous #omg 😝💕
Matrimony moods & pink hearts forever @madonnainn1958 💖
Serene sunset scenes with Sylvia 🌞🌅✨
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warm embraces, soft smiles, & tender moments held in time. 🌈
these two sweethearts are getting married on saturday & i can`t wait to celebrate with them!! 💥
we took these engagement photos a few weeks back at @laarboretum — my first time there & it did not disappoint. sooo many sick pitstops! 😍
hope everyone is doing well. ✨
love,
james 💖
here`s to the lovers.
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