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I was able to capture absolute magic for Dan and Jessyca at their backyard Truckee Wedding! Dan and Jessyca chose to tie the knot in the familiar warmth of Truckee, opting for a cozy backyard wedding that radiated love and intimacy. The personal touch of celebrating in the very house where Dan grew up added […]

An Intimate + Romantic Backyard Truckee Wedding Day

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Toni and Dez’s engagement session at the sand dunes near Pismo Beach and the Pismo Beach Pier was nothing short of magical. For me, it marked a shift in my style, embracing a more authentic and elegant editing approach. This session stands as one of the first where I fully embraced this new style. It […]

Engagement at the Sand Dunes Near Pismo Beach

couple posing near pismo beach sand dunes and the pier for their engagement photos

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Justin and Marie had an amazing and unique proposal in Santa Barbara and I was so lucky to be able to capture all of it! They came for their 5th anniversary from Chicago. Justin had everything planned out so beautifully! He had a picnic set up for them and hired me before hand to capture […]

A Step By Step Guide For Setting Up a Unique Proposal in Santa Barbara

couple posing in santa barbara for their engagement photoshoot - unique proposal

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Congratulations, lovebirds! As a wedding photographer, I have been fortunate enough to witness countless beautiful moments of couples embarking on their journey to forever. Today, I want to share some heartfelt advice on how to plan mentally for your big day and offer insights on what it might feel like to return to normal life […]

Embracing the Journey: Mental Preparation for Your Wedding in Santa Barbara

Couple posing for their engagement photos to prepare for their elopement in santa barbara

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Erica and Andrew were so fun to capture! We had the best time together running around and shooting these playful and romantic engagement photos at Montana de Oro. Montana de Oro is a state park located in Central Coastal California and the views are AMAZING! The day we went, it was overcast and foggy. It […]

Moody Engagement Photos at Montana de Oro State Park

playful couple posing on a beach in California for a moody engagement photoshoot

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Congrats on your engagement! Now that the big day is coming, you’ll want to capture the special moment with a beautiful engagement session. These photos can be used for your save the dates, invitations, or just as a keepsake for the two of you. To ensure your photos turn out perfect and reflect your unique […]

Tips To Prepping For An Engagement Session

Couple posing for their engagement photos in santa barbara

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As someone who owns a photography business, you know how important it is to stay ahead of the competition. Automation is quickly becoming the key to success in the photography industry, helping photographers save time and resources while streamlining their business processes. In this blog post, you will discover why automating tasks within your photography […]

Why Automating Your Photography Business is Vital to Excelling

bride and groom posing for their wedding photos

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Your wedding or engagement photoshoot is one of the most important moments in your life, and you want to look and feel your best! Your makeup can play a huge role in making you feel confident and ready for the camera, but it can also be a source of stress if you’re not sure where […]

Photoshoot Makeup Tips by Valeri Hall For Your Wedding and Engagement

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Congrats on your engagement! Engagement photoshoots are an important aspect of the wedding planning process. Not only do they provide beautiful photographs for the couple to share with their friends and family, but they also help the couple get comfortable in front of the camera before their wedding day. Engagement photoshoots are an opportunity for […]

The Importance of Taking Engagement Pictures in Santa Barbara

couple playing in sand dunes taking their engagement photos

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Can we take a moment to appreciate this stunning beach proposal! It was an absolute honor being able to capture Steven and Stephanies special moment. Beach proposals are so stunning and so fun to shoot! Steven and Stephanie had their surprise proposal on a beach in the Bay Area and the views were spectacular. The […]

A Surprise Beach Proposal in the Bay Area | Steven & Stephanie

couple walking and posing on the beach after their surprise beach proposal