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What I love most about photography is the opportunity to capture authentic, raw emotion while meeting interesting and adventurous people. There is truly nothing like it. Add a little amazing natural light and you’re on your way to some beautiful photography.
I’ve been capturing weddings, family lifestyle photography and casual portraits for more than a couple decades now working primarily in the Sacramento, Lake Tahoe, Napa, and San Francisco Bay areas, as well as all along the coastlines around San Diego and Coronado and everywhere in between.
Thank you so much for visiting my website and taking a few minutes to look at some of my photographs. I’ve been photographing weddings, families, milestones, and events for over 20 years. I know secret and beautiful photography shoot locations around Sacramento, Lake Tahoe, Napa, the San Francisco Bay area, and the California coastline from Point Reyes down to San Diego and Coronado.
Featured Blog Posts
Madison, from pre-schooler to high school graduate
I first photographed Madison as a preschooler, and these portraits were taken just one day before her high school graduation. It’s rare to photograph a senior so close to such a major milestone, and I enjoyed having the chance to spend this time with her before the celebrations began. A dedicated FFA member, she spends much of her time caring for and showing livestock. Her biggest passion, though, is horses. She enjoys riding, competing, spending time with her animals, and being outdoors. There is a quiet determination about Madison that comes from early mornings, long days, and the willingness to
Kaitlyn & Jake May 9, 2026 at Camp Lotus
Kaitlyn and Jake chose Camp Lotus for all the right reasons. Between the river, the trees, and the relaxed atmosphere, it’s the kind of venue that makes everyone slow down and enjoy the moment. Plus, Kaitlyn and Jake LOVE the river. After their wedding celebration and the several weddings I have photographed there, I have wondered — is Camp Lotus magical because it sits beside the river, or because couples like them choose it as the place to begin their marriage? For Kaitlyn and Jake, it was probably both. Congratulations! Venue: Camp Lotus Wedding Coordinator: Amanda Roy and Storybook Weddings