Vibrantly alive and elegantly wild
Images that move... Breathe... Grab you by the Heart
The Experience
You are here
Because you have found the one you love and you want photos that are alive with personality and connection.
Wedding photos so good you'll hide in a closet at work to pour over them until your phone battery dies
That’s the absolute best thing I hear from my couples, that they get to relive their day through their photos. That means so much to me not only because I take such deep pride in my work, but because I consider you a dear friend.
I never ever show up on your wedding day just to take some photos. You’re trusting me to document all the emotions and passion and fun, and I take this role seriously (even when I’m waist deep in a lake talking you into some ridiculous photo). I invest in our connection not just because you’re awesome and I want to get to know you, but because it helps you feel comfortable. When you’re not stressed about weird posing or staged images, you’ll be able to simply live in the moment.
Your wedding photos should bring you back to that exact second. They should captivate you. They should take your breath away. I want you to be your incredible selves. I never pressure you to fit into anyone else’s (wedding) shoes. Embrace your wedding as a day to be unapologetically you.
Vibrant & authentic … wild & free.
Fully in the moment.
You two are amazing. Your wedding photos are going to be amazing too.
True story. My couples have done that before!
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I Photograph every wedding as though it Is my Best Friends wedding
That's How much You Mean to Me
This really speaks to how YOU want to interact with and be portrayed by your photographer. Now myself, I don't believe in forcing picture perfect Pinterest poses (say that ten times fast). Sure, I help your day run smoothly and look pretty, BUT I'm not going to ask you to pretend to be dancing and laughing with glasses of champagne when I walk into a room (videographer true story). I believe if a photographer is constantly adjusting you to look the way they want you to, then they're pulling you out of a moment that is meant to be FELT and lived in. I want you to laugh until you cry over something so hilarious like your groomsmen splitting his pants. I want you to dance your heart out all night. I want you to embrace your shiny new spouse as tears fall down your face and you laugh with joy because you are just so overwhelmed by it all. All of these are true stories.
My approach is to both help the day stay on track, to jump into the midst of it while cracking jokes to make you laugh, but also be on the fringes where the quiet, overlooked moments happen. And I want you to have the space and freedom to be in that moment...because if you think about it, you spend almost as much time with me as you do each other on your wedding day. So my dear, sweet new friends, be present. Enjoy every single fleeting moment of the day you marry the love of your life. Don't fake it or force it. Soak it all in.
All that to say, I guess my approach is that you only get to live this wild, beautiful, precious day once and I want to help you wring all the life out of it that you possibly can.
How I show up for you
My Approach
My editing style is true to life exposure and vibrant colors. Nature and people are alive with colors and I believe your photos should be too. Lighting honestly varies but I love everything from radiant golden hour to moody, rainy weather, and breaking out flash for dancing the night away. As a wedding photographer you have to be knowledgable and prepared for any and all lighting situations. I'll always let you know what to expect in different lighting as well. And for extensive editing... similar to my approach, I'll clean up an image but I won't change who you are or how you look. Bruises and blemishes and softening skin are one thing but making you look like a young Brad and Angelina would make us all sad. You're loved and beautiful as who you are. I haven't even met you yet and already I think you're pretty incredible.
Now let's talk about fine art products.
Your photos aren't meant to live on your phone. I love a good wallpaper photo are much as anyone...but NOTHING beats a tangible memory in your hands and on your walls. Through your gallery you have access to professional prints, canvases, and fine art albums. Print them, decorate with them, gift them, and sit back with a glass of wine on your anniversary as you flip through your stunning wedding album and live it all over again.
Editing style and fine art products
The Results
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Three days after your wedding, I’ll swoop in like your redheaded fairy godmother with some edited sneak peeks. Within eight to ten weeks, your full wedding gallery will be delivered.
06. the good stuff
I warned you about those exclamation marks. Today’s the day! With a balanced approach of being hands on, guiding you as needed...but fiercely protective of letting the moments unfold organically so you'll be free to live in that moment. I’ll be your shadow, your friend, you champion, your stalker, your cheerleader. You'll see. You focus on being present and how it feels... because I'll be focusing on photographing just that.
05. It's your WEDDING DAY!!!
(Insert ominous music here)
Ooh. Scary. Or...not. Look, I know planning a wedding—no matter the guest list—can be daunting. But that’s why I’m always an email or phone call away. I’ll talk you off the ledge and maybe suggest a bottle of wine. I’ll also always be ready with resources, tips and recommendations.
04. the planning
Alright. Let's talk those awkward, static, staged poses you've seen a million times on a million websites. We're not doing that. Let's get some genuine belly laughs, motion, and emotion. You've got the most amazing personalities and we want those to show those off. It's going to get weird. Embrace it. We just go on an adventure and get to know each other. You get pretty pictures out of it three weeks later.
03. engagement session
First, you’ll tell me all about your plans and I’ll definitely abuse exclamation points. Then, we’ll work together to build your collections. A $750 retainer, signed contract, and a bunch more exclamation points makes us official. Aww.
02. the nitty gritty
Or...at least intrigued. I’m totally fine with either. Maybe you’ve combed through the site, checked out some other gorgeous couples, or read reviews. I am ridiculously excited to meet you! But it all starts with getting in touch.
01. you're sold!!
the experience
How does this all work?
There’s not enough words in the dictionary to describe how absolutely incredible she has been on our crazy ride. From our first conversations, we knew there was no one else we wanted, and time and time again she proved to us why she’s the best in the industry. Kristen has the absolute best personality and has a gift for making people feel safe, sound, and secure. Every picture is breathtaking and every detail is perfection. If there’s any complaint I can make, it’s that we now have the impossible task of figuring out what pictures we want to hang on our walls when what we really want to do is get a bigger wall to put them all up! We’ve spent countless hours scouring through the hundreds of beautiful photos Kristen took of our wedding and we’re instantly transported back in time to relive our special day over and over again. What truly makes her the greatest is not just her photography but also how welcoming and personal she is. Kristen has the innate ability to make every person she comes across feel like her best friend and all our guests came to us after the wedding to talk about how great she was not just as a photographer but also as a person.
Kristen is the absolute best and no one else can compare if I’m being honest.
First off, she does amazing work, secondly, she is hilarious and a joy to work with!! We are a mixed-race couple and while my husband was focused on finding a photographer that could photograph different skin tones well, I was focused on finding someone I could laugh with and be comfortable around. Kristen was our answer! She really knows how to work with different skin tones so both are complimented and look amazing. She also asks questions about what we want captured, sentimental things, and details that are important to us. We laughed and had so much fun and our wedding was marvelous and fun! She is also just a wonderful and joyful personality and had no problem chatting and getting to know our families and hanging out! We absolutely made the BEST choice when we chose her to be our photographer, and we recommend her a million times over!
We love Kristen!
Kristen is not only an amazing photographer, but she's a phenomenal person too. Kristen's photos first caught my eye because they are vibrant, bold, bright, and beautiful. As I dived into her portfolio, it's her ability to capture the tiniest most significant moments of emotion that made me decide she's the one. Her photos make you feel like you're right there in those moments, feeling the laughter, joy, and tears of the people she captures. She's funny, spunky, patient, and most importantly she makes sure you know she's there to make your day the best day whether it's an engagement shoot or your wedding day. At one point I was laughing so hard my face hurt and the photos turned out amazing. I can’t recommend her enough!
Working with Kristen is a blast.
Sized and ready for sharing across your social media channels.
+ Low-Resolution Images
Perfectly sized and ready for you to print at any size.
+ High-Resolution Images
A fully culled and edited gallery you can access, anywhere and anytime with access to a professional print lab for fine art prints and products..
+ Online Gallery
From morning to night - 6-10 hours, tailored to your wedding's schedule. Need help building a timeline? I do that too!
+ Full Days Coverage
Chances are you've never planned a wedding before. And even if you have, you can never have enough help. Guess what? I've been doing this for over a decade! Tons of resources and guides will be heading your way to help you have the wedding of your dreams.
+ A hands on approach
From the initial consult call to gallery delivery day, the entire experience is based on building a connection with you. Getting to know who you are, what makes your love so special, and what you want out of your wedding allows me to show up on your wedding day in a way that's truly specific to you.
+ A process built on connection
Memories of a Lifetime Starting from $2,600
An Investment
All wedding packages includes
We'll customize collections based on your needs (and your awesomeness).
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You know you want to. Tell be all about your wedding and how you want the day to feel.
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It's a beast, I know. But it's the best way to get to know you and your needs
PICK YOUR COLLECTION AND BAM!
The budget talk
It won't get weird. Promise
So let’s get right to it.
Because this is a big investment, and I want you to know exactly how this works and what I offer.
I consider serving my couples just as important as the product I deliver at the end. I want to build something to suit you and your needs then put all my passion and focus into helping create the day you want. If you’re not sure I’ll fit within your budget, reach out! I’m flexible and strive to modify my collections to fit your needs.
Okay, no more stalling, friends. Go look at those packages and prices! I’ll be here to chat when you’re done.
It’s the reason you came here, after all!
Booking is as easy as these three steps!
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FILL OUT THAT HANDY DANDY CONTACT FORM
GUSH ABOUT THIS AWESOME WEDDING AND YOUR HOT FUTURE SPOUSE
Additional options
+Extra Hours
+Additional Photographers
+Engagement Session
+Anniversary or After Wedding Session
+Album Credit
+Rehearsal Coverage
+ 10 Hours Coverage
from start to finish
+ High Resolution Photos
perfect for print
+ Low Resolution Images
perfect for sharing on social media
+ Online Gallery
to share with family and friends
You want it all! All day coverage. All of the fun.
This is best if you love photography and you love weddings.
It's also great if you have a large wedding with multiple locations
This is also great for those big, beautiful cultural weddings. If multiple day wedding coverage is needed as well as a third photographer then we'll make that happen!
All Day Collections
Starting at $3,800
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Full Day Collections
Additional options
+Extra Hours
+Additional Photographers
+Engagement Session
+Anniversary or After Wedding Session
+Album Credit
+Rehearsal Coverage
+ 10-8 Hours Coverage
from start to finish
+ High Resolution Photos
perfect for print
+ Low Resolution Images
perfect for sharing on social media
+ Online Gallery
to share with family and friends
Starting at $3,200
8 hours is great sweet spot for most weddings. It's not a fits all solution but it comes pretty darn close!
8 hours is great sweet spot for most weddings. It's not a fits all solution but it comes pretty darn close!
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6 hour highlight Collections
Additional options
+Extra Hours
+Additional Photographers
+Engagement Session
+Anniversary or After Wedding Session
+Album Credit
+Rehearsal Coverage
+ 6 Hours Coverage
from start to finish
+ High Resolution Photos
perfect for print
+ Low Resolution Images
perfect for sharing on social media
+ Online Gallery
to share with family and friends
Six hours is perfect for intimate weddings with laid back receptions or if you're looking for the highlight moments covered.
STARTING AT $2,600
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Engagement sessions are the PERFECT way to get to know your photographer (well hello there). That way when I show up cracking jokes and swinging camera gear around on your wedding day, we're already good friends. Let's go on an adventure and have a blast.
Anniversary sessions. I think you get the idea.
And what is an after wedding session you ask? Well, if you want more wedding photos outside the constraints of your wedding day timeline...what's better than getting all dressed up in your wedding attire and adventuring?
Engagement sessions are the PERFECT way to get to know your photographer (well hello there). That way when I show up cracking jokes and swinging camera gear around on your wedding day, we're already good friends. Let's go on an adventure and have a blast.
Anniversary sessions. I think you get the idea.
And what is an after wedding session you ask? Well, if you want more wedding photos outside the constraints of your wedding day timeline...what's better than getting all dressed up in your wedding attire and adventuring?
02. Elopement Photography
You're eloping or having a micro-wedding but still want to invest in a photographer that gets you and will treat your day with the same energy as a big, fancy wedding?
Well, good news.
My husband and I had a little ten person wedding in the middle of the forest as the sun set.
I'm also ordained. You can either get a friend to get ordained to officiate your wedding or you can self lead your ceremony and I'll photograph it and make it legal. You just need a witness.
You're eloping or having a micro-wedding but still want to invest in a photographer that gets you and will treat your day with the same energy as a big, fancy wedding?
Well, good news.
My husband and I had a little ten person wedding in the middle of the forest as the sun set.
I'm also ordained. You can either get a friend to get ordained to officiate your wedding or you can self lead your ceremony and I'll photograph it and make it legal. You just need a witness.
Starting at $2,000
other
services
01. Engagement, anniversary, or after wedding sessions
Starting at $400
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FAQs
Pick your collection and hit that nifty submit button at the bottom of your proposal. A non-refundable retainer of $750 and a signed contract and many more exclamation marks makes you official. You'll be able to sign your contract and pay your retainer with a bank transfer or credit card all online. Bank transfers take less fees so it's always appreciated but never required because I like credit card points just as much as you. Pick what is best for you to keep the booking process super quick and easy!
The remaining balance is split between two payments which are due 90 days and 30 days before your big day.
Engagement sessions can last 1-2 hours.
Engagement session time isn't taken out of your wedding day coverage.
It's really just an excuse for us to hang out and you get pretty pictures out of the deal. There are no limits to wardrobe changes (but if you bring ten of them we might need to have an intervention). We just adventure, get to know each other, and have fun. For all couples that decide on an engagement session, you receive an engagement session guide to help you prepare!
If you order product separately or have it included in your customized collection, sales tax will apply.
If you have an album credit included, all changes to the original design will need to be submitted within thirty days
Albums are where most of my couples spend extra so go in with that in mind. It can either be a highlight reel or tell the full story of your day.
This is an excellent question! During a wedding the majority of the camera bodies will be using dual card slots. That means that there are two sets of cards with your photos just in case one fails. All memory card are kept on my person to prevent theft until I arrive safely home. After a wedding all memory cards are immediately imported to two external hard drives. The first external hard drive goes into a fire proof safe and the second is used to edit from. Then both sets of your memory cards are organized and set to the side as a third backup to be formatted only once your wedding gallery is delivered. The backup of your wedding is kept for six months.
Your gallery is online for ninety days. You will need to download your photos before that time. I recommend you backing them up to two locations just in case AND order prints, canvases, and albums. Technology can be a jerk and it's always a good idea to be extra cautious.
Sure do. I have a business license. I have insurance. I pay taxes. I don't mess around.
Sure can! I have TONS of resources to help you in your wedding planning journey. One of them is a timeline builder where we work together to build a timeline that fits your wedding perfectly. I also have lots of tips to help you get the best out of your timeline and when the best times for photos will be etc.
I got you. Just focus on having fun and I'll take care of the rest! I hate super posed photos...you hate super posed photos...it might get a little weird but we're going to roll with it and have ourselves a good time. What really matters most is marrying that super hot spouse of yours and being present and connected with the people you love.
Nope! I'll send you galleries or blog posts of similar venues as examples. If scheduling and travel allow, sometimes I, oh so briefly crash the rehearsal to scout the venue and check in on you. If not then I arrive early the day of your wedding to take a look around.
Anything within a driving distance of two hours is included because let's face it, California has traffic everywhere so you shouldn't be blamed for that. After that a flat fee of $50 will be added up to three hours. If additional travel is needed, a fee for a hotel room will be added on so your photographer (hi that's me) doesn't die trying to get home. If a wedding requires a flight then the cost is added on a case to case basis. Any wedding covering multiple days will require an additional fee.
I like a payment plan just as much as the next person so I try and make this as easy as possible! A non-refundable retainer of $750 and a signed contract secure your wedding date. The remaining balance of your collection is equally divided into two invoices, the first due 90 days before your wedding and the final due 30 days before your wedding day. Easy peasy lemon squeezy.
I like a payment plan just as much as the next person so I try and make this as easy as possible! A non-refundable retainer of $750 and a signed contract secure your wedding date. The remaining balance of your collection is equally divided into two invoices, the first due 90 days before your wedding and the final due 30 days before your wedding day. Easy peasy lemon squeezy.
All galleries come with a print release. As is the law, copyright remains with the photographer.
Fancy professional Canon camera bodies and prime lenses that each cost more than my first car (I cry a little inside if I think about it). Backup camera bodies, lenses, flashes, batteries, and memory cards are brought to every wedding as an added precaution.
Your gallery will have ALL culled and edited photos. Expect roughly 50-75 images per hour of coverage.
