Nick + Paolena: Ruby's Laguna Beach Engagement Session

A LAGUNA BEACH ENGAGEMENT SESSION AT RUBY’S

Who doesn’t love classic cars and Ruby’s Diner? Nick and Paolena wanted to meet up and take their engagement photos at Ruby’s in Laguna Beach. I was a little nervous at first to get kicked out, but Paolena called ahead of time and we got the okay! We even grabbed a shake afterward and did some photos inside. This spot 100% suited them and the shots they had in mind. I had so much fun hanging with them. They are so fun, goofy and badass all at the same time. Pro tip: choose a location or activity that really showcases you as a couple.

Carrie + Robert: Crescent Bay Point Park Engagement Session

A LAGUNA BEACH ENGAGEMENT SESSION

Thanks to my friend Chelsea for sending Carrie and Robert my way! Chelsea doesn’t photograph weddings anymore, but Carrie wanted someone Chelsea knew and trusted. We met up at Crescent Bay Park for the first part of our shoot then headed down to the beach for the last few shots. They’re such a sweet couple and I had so much fun getting to know them!

Dan + Vanessa: Laguna Beach Engagement Session

A LAGUNA BEACH ENGAGEMENT SESSION

AHHHH Dan and Vanessa get married next year in Bel Air and I can’t wait!! They flew down from Canada to meet with venues and do an engagement session with me in Laguna Beach! They had so many ideas and were down to do whatever including getting in the water at the end. I legit had SO MUCH fun with them and didn’t want to leave. I’m just going to let the photos do the talking here!!

Gonzo + Shelby: Top of the World + Moss Cove Anniversary Session

A LAGUNA BEACH ANNIVERSARY SESSION

Two years later… TWO YEARS! So wild! Gonzo first contacted me when he was proposing to Shelby. This time Shelby contacted me to take anniversary photos & soon after this they announced they were pregnant. It’s so sweet to be a part of a couple’s journey beyond engagement photos and wedding photos.

Our first two shoots were in Laguna at Montage (proposal) and Victoria Beach (engagement session), so it only made sense to return to Laguna for some photos! We went to Top of the World and Moss Cove - two of my favorite spots.

Kaitlin + Steven: Shaw's Cove Engagement Session

KISSING, SNUGGLING & DRINKING BEER ON THE BEACH

Kaitlin was just waiting to book a venue and date to actually book me as her photographer - I mean talk about a compliment!!! We went to middle school together along with her best friend Kaelie, whose wedding I shot a year and a half ago. I was so honored when Kaelie asked me to photograph her wedding and of course Kaitlin was there and could see how I worked firsthand. I had hoped when Kaitlin got engaged she would think of me, too!

This engagement shoot was SO FUN! They wanted something local - a spot Kaitlin grew up going to, so Shaw’s Cove only made sense. They brought beers - hazy IPAs and I wasn’t a huge IPA fan until I drank a hazy IPA. SO GOOD! Also… these two claim to be awkward… WHAT?! Not awkward at all! Enjoy the non-awkward photos!!