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A Surprise Second Proposal in Provo Canyon for Ari and Connor
Connor had a second ring in his pocket and Ari had no idea. As a Provo Canyon engagement photographer, this is the session I will be telling people about for a while. Wildflowers, moody July skies, and a meadow we had entirely to ourselves.
A Golden Hour Engagement Session at the Mill Valley Public Library
They brought their Lord of the Rings copies to the library. As a Mill Valley engagement photographer, this is the kind of session I want more of. Lizzi and Ian, from the library grounds to Muir Beach at golden hour.
A Rainy Bear Lake Engagement Session for Alena and McCann
It rained the entire time. As a Bear Lake Utah engagement photographer, I have learned the best sessions are the ones you start at the marina.
Ringling Museum Engagement Photos in Sarasota
Ringling Museum engagement photos in Sarasota, plus what the permit costs, how to book it, when to send destination invites, and cheaper location options.
A Laguna Beach City Hall Wedding
Tara and Blake's Laguna Beach City Hall wedding. Her father's ring on a necklace, three boys in the front row, and beach portraits before dinner.
A Santa Cruz Private Estate Wedding in the Redwoods
Gabbie and Taylor's Santa Cruz private estate wedding in the redwoods. A Chinese tea ceremony, mahjong all afternoon, and vows on land of their own.
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