Journal

A list of the top wedding venues in the Bay Area of California all in one place.

A Perfect Setting at Sbragia Vineyard Set against the rolling hills of Healdsburg, Sbragia Vineyard exudes romance, making it the ideal backdrop for Heidi & Spencer’s dream wedding. As a local wedding photographer, I’ve seen many beautiful venues, but there’s something truly magical about a Sbragia winery wedding. The vast vineyards and breathtaking mountain views […]

I have a deep love for first looks, but not everyone knows what this is. So, let me explain.. A “first look” is a private moment when the bride and groom see each other for the first time, prior to the ceremony beginning. This usually takes place in a secluded area, sometimes with or without […]

Introduction to Paradise: Lanikuhonua Hey, lovely people! Let me take you on a journey to one of the most enchanting places I’ve had the pleasure to photograph—a Lanikuhonua wedding. For those new to this slice of paradise, “Lanikuhonua” translates beautifully to “where heaven meets earth,” and believe me, it lives up to its name. The […]

It’s not often I get to do an Aulani mini session because so many of my families choose to travel to a more remote part of the island. But my oh my, am I glad we chose this spot for the sweet Lorenzten family of 5. The lagoon with it’s teal waters, the palm trees, […]

With palm trees lining the long white sandy beaches, teal waters, and a mountain backdrop, Ka’a’a’wa Beach is one of those places that you fall in love with as soon as you see it. I know I did. It’s one of those places that scream “Hawai’i” the moment you see it. Maybe that’s why Lexie […]

When Krissy first reached out to me about their family session, she already knew she wanted to have her family session at Lanikai. This beach is special to them because it’s “their beach!” I love when my clients choose locations that mean something to them. A year ago, it was just the two of them […]