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The Santa Barbara courthouse is stunning and iconic and is truly one of my favorite spots for an elopement or micro wedding ceremony in Southern California. I’m also a firm believer that just because you’re getting married at a courthouse doesn’t mean your wedding day has to be short and simple, so I want to […]

If you want to elope in Big Sur but you’re not sure what a full day or multi day timeline would look like then this post is for you. I’ve put together an example of an 8 hour timeline and a 12 hour multi day timeline below to help you visualize what the experience could […]

The beautiful and dramatic oceanside cliffs and redwood forests make Big Sur one of the most romantic places for an adventurous elopement or intimate wedding. Couples travel from all over the world to say “I do” here and to experience a quintessential California adventure.  Since many couples travel from out of town to tie the […]

Big Sur refers to a giant, beautiful, and wild stretch of coast line in central California known for its dramatic cliffs, tall redwood trees, and scenic ocean views. The landscape is uniquely stunning with many famous landmarks throughout like Bixby Bridge, McWay Falls, Pfeffer Beach, and a bunch of other state parks for hiking, camping, […]

There’s a particular kind of magic to saying “I do” surrounded by Joshua trees, boulder piles, and a sunset that turns orange and pink to match the desert hues. It’s also, refreshingly, one of the more affordable wedding settings you can choose depending on how you go about it. For couples who want a simple […]

If you know you love the desert and you’ve decided that you want to elope in Joshua Tree but you’re not sure what your elopement day could look like this post is for you. I’ve put together 3 sample timelines below, one for a 4 hour elopement, one for an 8 hour elopement, and one […]

If you’re looking to get married on a gorgeous cliffside overlooking the Pacific ocean then look no further than Sunset Cliffs in San Diego! As the name suggests the cliffs provide beautiful sunset views but they are also stunning at any time of day. In this guide I will explain exactly how to have your […]

Christina and Julian started their day getting ready at their Airbnb in the town of Joshua Tree. They had a slow morning relaxing and taking in the late fall desert air, easing themselves into their exciting day ahead. They decided to share their vows at their Airbnb with a simple but beautiful arch and table […]

Malibu is famous for a reason. It has a gorgeous stretch of coastline with equally beautiful mountains behind it. There are stunning views from every angle and no shortage of ways to celebrate in this iconic town. As a Los Angeles based elopement photographer Malibu is my favorite local spot to craft elopement experiences since […]

Sunset Cliffs is one of my favorite spots for an elopement ceremony in Southern California. The towering cliffs against the endless Pacific Ocean create the perfect dramatic scenery for a romantic occasion. Jo and Valeria tied the knot at Sunset Cliffs in San Diego on a beautiful sunny day in January. The weather could not […]