Haley+ Curtis's Engagement Photos at Truck Yard

When Haley and Curtis reached out about their engagement photos, I knew I was going to have my work cut out for me because he didn't like photos, but add a fun theme, and some McDonalds French Fries, and let's just say I think he actually had fun, even though he probably won't ever admit it:)

And yes that is a prisoner and a cop's costume. Did I mention that was the theme? And sure, it's not for everybody, just like rock climbing to say I do isn't for everyone, but I personally think they look adorable and every couple is unique and your photos should be a reflection of you. I also think Curtis just likes to pretend that he is being coerced into marriage.

Plus, marriage is about compromise: he wanted the above costumes for the Save the Date, and she wanted cute photos for their house. So we did both.

And of course we had to take one in the Time Out Chair.

Thank you TruckYard for being cool about letting us take pictures!!

And Congratulations again Haley and Curtis.

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Souad + Ouajdi's Beach Wedding

When Souad and Ouajdi told me their wedding entrance was to arrive by boat parasailing, I screamed!!! Yep, I was THAT excited!! You would have thought it was my wedding and I was the one parasailing :) I couldn't wait to see it happen!!

And yes that's them, parasailing into their wedding reception.

How Cool, Right?

And also how pretty is her outfit?

You can have a traditional wedding for your parents, and have a non traditional beach party later on. If time and budget allows for both, you don't necessarily have to choose. And if your budget doesn't allow for both, then you can try to combine a little bit of both the same day.

And if camels happen to stroll by during pictures, why not include them?

And if you don't want to wear white, you don't have to either, you can wear GREEN :) or any color you wish. And you can make all your guests wear white, so you still stand out.

PS: if you are wondering where this beautiful beach is located, it's a tiny little island called Djerba, in Tunisia, North Africa. A perfect destination wedding location, don't you think? I am biased,'cause it is where I am from, but it sure is pretty.

Let me know in the comments if you have ever been to Tunisia

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Erik & Jenn's Rock Climbing Elopement

When Jenn & Erik reached out to me about being their photographer, I was so excited because I already knew their elopement would be full of adventure and probably include some rock climbing.

I am not saying you need to rock climb on your wedding day for me to photograph your elopement, but I get excited when couples incorporate activities that truly represent them and their passions, wether it be rock climbing, horseback riding, hiking, canoeing, jumping into a waterfall, paddle-boarding etc ... and I knew rock climbing was Erik & Jenn's thing.

Erik and Jenn are also runners and nature lovers and it was really fun helping them plan their elopement. They had already picked their location, a beautiful park in California with rock formations, awesome climbing boulders and Mount Whitney in the background. They had rock climbed and camped here multiple times before, so it had a special meaning for them.

Movie Road is where we planned for their first look and it was truly incredible and intimate. It was sunrise and Erik & Jenn had the whole place to themselves.

Then they joined their friends and some family members for some coffee, some mimosas and some breakfast bites and continued on their adventure by rock climbing Shark Fin. Some friends rock climbed as well and others cheered them on, so yes you can include a handful of friends and family as long as they are supportive of your adventurous elopement and don't try to convince you that you should change your plans to accommodate them.

Erik & Jenn ended the day by saying I do at sunset, sharing a beautifully choreographed dance and sitting around a campfire gazing at the stars. Sounds like a dream, right?

THE END :) or more like the beginning of Jenn & Erik as wife and husband

and forever adventure partners.

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