say hello to real moments
Forget stiff and TEDIOUS poses
Ultimately, I'm not interested in photographing that super posed, fake, unrealistic version of you. Any random person with a camera can do that. I want to push further beyond that. I want this process to be all about you. Because in the end, the only thing that matters is that you come out of this more in love than ever before. Your story is your own unique adventure. I can't wait capture you being you. 🥰
Please take some time to read through my approach and see if we're the right fit for each other. I would much rather you go with a different photographer if it means you'll have the best possible experience. Because the experience you have with your photographer will forever be tied to the images that get taken. I want us both to stomping and hollering because we're both so stoked about working together. That's what you deserve!
Seeking the moments in between
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i grew up a small oil town in the middle of the California desert called Taft. my dad (Ken) makes his living working in the oil fields and my mom (Deonna) is a high school teacher and coach. i have an holder brother (Kenny) and a younger sister (Sabrina). yup. you're talking to a middle-child. through and through. i love my family dearly and they are such a huge part of everything i am today.
growing up i loved movies probably way more than i should've. star wars was EVERYTHING and harry potter was right up there too (definitely still obsessed with both). ever since i can remember, i've just been fascinated by big stories and worlds. no doubt those films had a huge impact on my story telling style.
i also spent tons of time with childhood friends, getting into all sorts of redneck mischief and making core memories. i also spent a significant amount of time on time on boats, jetskis, and motor cycles. playing basketball, and later on, making movies.
Just another small town kid
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i've making things since I was 14. experimenting with animation, video, and experimenting with storytelling on my parents living room computer. somehow i always convinced my teachers to turn every single class project into some kind of video project. safe to say i've always been the guy with a camera in my hands. i love looking back at those videos that i got to make with my friends. not because those video are great, they were actually quite bad. i enjoy looking back on them because of the experiences i had making them. those are the things that most heavily influence my approach to your wedding day. i don't want you to just have pretty pictures. i want you to have an amazing experience to think back on.
on your wedding day we'll get all the classics: perfect family photos, amazing ceremony coverage, and stunning golden hour portraits of you, but first and foremost i will be working tirelessly to make sure you're enjoying your time. in the hopes that you'll be gifted not just beautiful imagery, but beautiful experiences to remember.
MORE THAN JUST A PRETTY PICTURE
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the pics on the left are of my amazing wife (darcee) and two fur babies (ginger & penny). we really love doing the simple things in life. taking the dogs on an adventure outing to the beach, exploring new places together, and making one big cuddle pile on the couch watching some stranger things. the love we all share for each other inspires me every day. i could honestly go on forever about them. love you guys. 🫶🏼
“They make my world go 'round”
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national parks feel equal to disneyland for me. spending the day hiking with friends in Yosemite, taking photos, drinking something warm by the fire, and sleeping under the starts is my idea of a good time. the nature around me constantly influences and inspires my work.
when i'm not spending time outside chances are i'm catching the latest marvel movie, researching star wars lore (or playing with my realistic lightsaber), or testing my skills in super smash bros (toon link main). i'm a huge nerd. no shame.
as i mentioned before, i grew up tubing and jet skiing on the lake, riding motor cycles and dirt bikes, and getting into all manors of red neck mischief. long story short, i like to go fast. 🤘🏼
half nature boy. a quarter nerd. and another quarter red neck.
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InKyu & Alouette
Shilo + Joe
"We wanted to wait til our 6 months to watch the raw footage and we finally did. Thanks for having us in tears for 2 hours. We can’t thank you enough for capturing our fav day 🖤"
Alexandra & conner
"Thank you so much for the photos!!! I know we'll be looking at these for years to come. We had such a great experience and it wouldn't have been possible without you!"
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Your tale is legendary.
Let's paint it in the best light.
More Joy
Less Stress
the looks. the laughs. THE SPONTANEOUS moments. the shared adventure. the big and small.
Your legacy.
