
If you’re reading this, you probably decided (or are on the fence about…) ditching the bigger weddings and planning making your San Diego Courthouse wedding appointment. Congratulations! As a documentary photographer who has documented dozens of courthouse wedding days, I can tell you that courthouse weddings are some of the most romantic, intentional, and low-stress […]

One of the most common questions I hear from couples planning an elopement is:“How do we include family in our elopement without losing the intimacy that made us choose an elopement in the first place?” Hey, I’m Beth – the photographer on the other side of that question! I’m a wedding + elopement photographer and […]

Planning a Sunset Cliffs Wedding in San Diego has many perks – dramatic ocean views and some of the most stunning sunsets in Southern California. There’s a reason it’s popular! If you’re looking for a place to get married or elope in San Diego, it’s probably crossed your mind as a potential option. With that […]

If your dog is part of your family, you might picture your wedding day with them right by your side! Here are some of my favorite dog friendly SoCal wedding venues ready for your pup. ❤️ Mission Trails Regional Park (San Diego) One of my favorite hidden gems for adventurous couples and elopements. Mission Trails […]

A Southern California wedding photographer’s take on how to choose a very common wedding planning question. When it comes to planning your Southern California wedding, one of the big decisions couples face is whether or not to do a first look. As a wedding photographer who’s seen both routes unfold beautifully, I’m here to share […]

If you’re dreaming of a low-key, scenic, and out-of-this-world (but oddly close to San Diego) way to get married, an Anza-Borrego elopement might be your dream come true. Especially in the fall when the weather starts cooling down and it’s extra quiet and peaceful. Plus, fall sunsets are just something else As an elopement and […]

Some elopements just stick with me, and this queer Sunset Cliffs elopement will forever be one of those days. Also, it was the best way to spend the 2025 Inauguration Day – celebrating queer joy and love. From the windy and ever-present pride flags to their sweet, personal ceremony and every moment in between, this […]

So you’re ready to pop the question in San Diego… first of all, congratulations! Planning your San Diego proposal can feel both exciting and overwhelming, but you don’t have to figure it out alone. I’m here to help you plan and document this very big moment! As a San Diego proposal photographer, I’ve helped many […]

Whether you’re soaking up this season of change or counting down the days until your little one arrives (or both…), planning your San Diego maternity photoshoot is a beautiful way to honor it all. If the idea of maternity photos feels intimidating or a little too “posed”, I get it. As a San Diego maternity […]

Some weddings just stick with you forever, and Alyssa and Landon’s was one of those days. From the moment I met them at their engagement session, I knew they were special people and we were meant to be friends. Photographing their wedding was such a beautiful experience, and I feel so lucky to have been […]