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The California Coast – more specifically, Redwood National & State Parks – is one of the most magical places on earth, I’m convinced. From the obvious beauty of the Pacific Ocean, to the flora & fauna of the Northern Coast, and of course; the stunning and awe-inspiring presence of the Redwoods. 

When Mary & Collin reached out to inquire about a Redwoods National Park elopement, I was so excited for the chance to make their day come to life in a place that holds so much weight in my heart. 

May 27, 2023

Enchanting Spring Elopement in Redwood National Park

couple eloping in redwoods national park admires trees
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This one was special, my friends. These beautiful humans are some dear friends – Lance & Tara. And not only did I get to photograph them on their elopement day – but my husband Demetri got to officiate for them. What a freakin’ honor. We had a unique arrival to this date; Lance was leaving […]

May 2, 2023

Enchanting January Elopement on Donner Lake

Romantic January Elopement On Donner Lake Truckee CA
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Erica & Kristian reached out to me a couple of years before we were actually able to make this day come to life. It was really special to finally get to see all of our hard work, planning, and communication culminate for their epic elopement in Mount Shasta. When we first spoke on the phone, […]

April 25, 2023

Romantic Mount Shasta Hiking Elopement in Northern California

Mount Shasta Hiking & Waterfall Elopement in Northern California
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Kate & Justin reached out wanting something simple: an elegant elopement celebrating their love (they’re both doctors!) and the journey they’ve been on, with families present in a place that has brought them so much solace over the years: Truckee, California. More specifically, Donner Lake & Summit. Lucky for them – that is my happy […]

April 21, 2023

Late Summer Elopement Overlooking Donner Summit in Truckee, California

Intimate Elopement in Truckee California Overlooking Donner Lake
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This stunning lakeside elopement was full of epic views, golden September light and beautiful portraits overlooking Lake Tahoe.

July 19, 2022

Golden Late September Elopement in Lake Tahoe

Golden Late September Elopement in Lake Tahoe
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Coming from Louisiana, Sadie & Ty chose Lake Tahoe for their Adventure Elopement in the woods – and it was the perfect backdrop to say I do.

July 16, 2021

An Intimate Adventure Elopement in the Woods of Lake Tahoe

Intimate Elopement in The WOods of Lake TAhoe
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Michelle & Cody planned an elopement in Lake Tahoe with their friends and family. Despite the rainy weather, it was so elegant and perfect for them!

June 22, 2021

An Elegant & Rainy Elopement in Lake Tahoe

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Emily & Brian had a low stress and adventure-filled day in the Sierra. Their spring elopement on Donner Summit overlooking Truckee was dramatic & stunning.

June 9, 2021

Dramatic Spring Elopement on Donner Summit

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Rachel & Alex hosted their friends and family for an epic springtime Tahoe National Forest elopement with Portraits overlooking Donner Lake & Truckee, CA

March 15, 2021

Springtime Tahoe National Forest Elopement in Truckee, CA

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Ashely & Ross had a mountaintop elopement at sunrise overlooking North Lake Tahoe followed by brunch with their kids & a stormy mountainous photo session

December 10, 2020

Sunrise Mountaintop Elopement Above Lake Tahoe

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