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January 11, 2024

I captured Mo and Sara’s Islamic Marriage Ceremony, their Katb Ketab. Their love story is pure and fairytale-like. Despite heavy rain, they remained focused and at peace, surrounded by close friends and family.

They later celebrated with another wedding in Egypt, including Mo’s family. May Allah bless their marriage.

After the ceremony at Mercer County Park, we took wedding portraits in the woods with a beautiful flower arbor.

The rain and romantic setting highlighted their radiant love!

January 8, 2024

Belle and Jeremy’s cowboy love story led them to elope at Kingston Ranch in California. This non-traditional wedding in a natural setting was perfect for their cowboy hearts. They exchanged vows during golden hour, surrounded by horses and the stunning desert landscape.

Their intimate wedding ceremony, witnessed by their closest loved ones, was peaceful and focused on their love. The sunset over the pink mountains created a breathtaking backdrop for their portraits. This destination elopement captured the essence of their dream day, exemplifying the beauty of elopements in nature.

January 8, 2024

Chelsea and Jesse celebrated their autumn elopement at Allaire Chapel with a super intimate and relaxed day. Meeting through mutual friends who are siblings, they quickly connected and built a life together in New Jersey.

Their special day focused on each other, with only their closest family present. They reserved the chapel in Allaire State Park and celebrated with a dinner after the ceremony. Their elopement was truly unique and authentic to them.

January 8, 2024

Ronnie orchestrated a perfect surprise proposal for Cassie at Crater Lake, their favorite hiking spot. As Cassie walked to their favorite view, Ronnie got down on one knee behind her. I, hidden in the trees, captured her joy and surprise when she turned around. Cassie’s delight grew as she saw me, her photographer, and then her mom, cousin, and best friend emerged from hiding. It was an unforgettable, joy-filled moment.

We spent the weekend celebrating their engagement amidst Oregon’s autumn beauty. Cheers to Cassie and Ronnie!

January 8, 2024

Fall Engagement Photoshoot

Fran and Frank met through their work in special education, connecting at a school event. Their relationship blossomed over spontaneous outings and shared interests. Their autumn engagement session at Thompson Park captured their love amidst the vibrant fall colors, with their beloved dog Mia by their side. Fran’s outfits and the picturesque landscape highlighted their unique bond.

Congratulations on your engagement!

January 7, 2024

Chart House Intimate Wedding

Chelsea and Daryll have known each other since middle school. Seven years later, their friendship blossomed into love. Their first date at Barnes & Noble turned into hours of conversation. Inseparable, they enjoy TV marathons, spontaneous dates, and cherish their 2019 trip to Europe. They share a unique bond filled with secret handshakes, sushi dates, and adventures. Their intimate NYC vibe wedding at Chart House, Weehawken, NJ, was chic and classy, featuring dark and moody aesthetics with city vibes.

January 4, 2024

St. Petersburg Wedding at the Poynter Institute

First off, I had the honor of capturing Mr. & Mrs. Roche’s wedding in St. Petersburg, Florida at Poynter Institute. I flew from New Jersey on a Friday night to Tampa with the excitement of spending the whole weekend in Florida. Brenna and Billy chose the most gorgeous venue: The Poynter Institute. Here are some […]

April 19, 2023

My journey to Maine from New Jersey To start, my adventure to capture a beautiful elopement in Acadia National Park was wonderful. My husband and I drove 9 hours from New Jersey to Maine in one day. Yeah we are bad asses. It’s not our first time driving that much in one day, we drove […]

April 13, 2023

Adventure elopement at devil's punch bowl in Oregon

Haley and Matt’s adventure elopement on the Oregon Coast was the wedding day of their dreams. Starting in Portland, we journeyed to Corvallis, then to Devil’s Punch Bowl in Otter Rock. Capturing their first look and portraits during golden hour, surrounded by lush greenery, set the perfect scene for their non-traditional wedding in a natural setting. The day concluded with moody sunset photos on the beach and a cozy dinner in Newport. This destination elopement showcased the unique and romantic elopement photography styles I love. If you’re considering an adventure elopement, this is the way to go.

January 17, 2023

The women’s creative photoshoot meetup is a space where women can embrace their authentic selves. This initiative was born from the realization that photography is not just about aesthetics, but also a powerful emotional experience. Seeing oneself through the lens can be transformative, fostering self-love and empowerment. The core value of these meetups is to make women feel beautiful and powerful simply by being themselves. This recent fall-themed shoot felt like an intimate coffee social in the woods, filled with chai, pie, tarot cards, and heartfelt connections. The energy and joy from these gatherings are truly unparalleled.