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A collection of recent love stories I've documented & industry tips/tricks for your best day ever!

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15 Lake Tahoe Wedding Venues That Will Make Your Jaw Drop

A photographer’s honest guide to 15 of the most jaw-dropping Lake Tahoe wedding venues, from intimate micro wedding gems to full-blown lakefront luxury.

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The Core 4 Wedding Photography Styles Explained

Wedding photography styles explained — from documentary to cinematic, here’s what each one actually means and how to figure out which one is right for your wedding day.

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Love is in Bloom | An LGBT Spring Wedding at Lake & Wood | Placerville, CA

Love is in Bloom | An LGBT Spring Wedding at Lake & Wood | Placerville, CA

Hailey and Amber’s spring wedding at Lake & Wood in Placerville, CA was one for the books — DIY florals, a taco truck, private vows, a dance floor that never quit, and a whole lot of love.

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How to Get Married in Lake Tahoe: Your Quick Guide

Getting married in Lake Tahoe? Here are some tips from licenses, to permits to thoughts on timing and a photographer’s favorite venues.

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Intimate Spring Wedding at Tahoe Blue Estate

Intimate spring wedding at Tahoe Blue Estate with epic lake views, blue details, intentionality & sunset magic.

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A 19th Century Fairy Tale: Wedding at Grand Island Mansion

A picturesque wedding at Grand Island Mansion that had all the magical, fairytale, Bridgerton-inspired, princess vibes.

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Henry Miller Memorial Library

How to Plan an Elopement at the Henry Miller Memorial Library

Turn your Big Sur elopement into a weekend escape at the Henry Miller Memorial Library. Hidden among towering redwoods behind a historic bookstore, it’s the perfect backdrop for intimate vows and unforgettable guest adventures.

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A Breathtaking Wedding at Palisades Tahoe’s PlumpJack Inn

A stunning late-May wedding at Palisades Tahoe’s Plump Jack Inn, featuring breathtaking mountain views, dramatic weather, and unforgettable moments. This venue offers the perfect backdrop for a magical Tahoe wedding celebration.

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How to Choose the Perfect Wedding Date: Questions to Ask Yourself

Picking your wedding date is more than just circling a day on the calendar. From meaningful milestones to budget-friendly seasons, here are the key questions to guide your decision.

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Kenzie & Dustin’s Intentional, Joy-Filled Wedding at Hacienda de las Flores

Kenzie & Dustin’s Hacienda de las Flores wedding was full of heart, hilarious moments, and intentional choices—from semi-circle seating to surprise ring bearers. A day that felt effortless, joyful, and completely them.

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