During my initial conversation with Alicia and Dang, they described their hopes for their wedding day as everyone “eating well, drinking happily and dancing the night away.” I love this sentiment and this sweet couple certainly achieved this! Sitting atop the rolling hills of Sonoma is Viansa Winery, a breathtaking European styled venue with views […]
Bay Area tech professionals, Ashley and Jonathan, met through a dating app 4 years ago. Jonathan was immediately smitten with Ashley. It is easy to see how as Ashley is not only beautiful but intelligent and fun! Jonathan is kind, energetic and handsome. Together these two are a beautiful match. In the short time I […]
Sarah and Dave had quite the journey to the altar! After FOUR postponements due to the Covid pandemic, Sara and Dave scrapped their original plans and hosted an intimate wedding at a private estate in Woodside, CA. With Alexis Raine Events as their guide, the wedding day turned out more perfect than anyone could have […]
Southern California couple, Jordan & Bobby, are getting married this fall in Napa Valley. I always encourage my couples to select an engagement session location that is completely different than their wedding venue. I love the juxtaposition of an elegant wine country wedding with a playful beach engagement session. Alex and I already had a […]
Cristina and Greg met at a wedding when they were seated next to each other at dinner. Greg was taken with Cristina and tried to find her on the dance floor once the party started. Greg asked for Cristina’s number the day after the wedding which was a gutsy move considering his close family and […]
Piper & Nate are high school sweethearts and ready to be married this summer in Napa! They spent the entirety of college in a long distance relationship which allowed them to grow into their own yet still be a support for one another. These two are truly two of the gentlest and kind people. I […]
Madi and Max met at the University of Oregon. Both participated in Greek life where they fell in love. Madi, an elementary teacher, is very nurturing and sweet. Max is friendly and outgoing. Together, they are a beautiful match. Their engagement session in SF was an absolute experience! Freezing temperatures and wild winds, we decided […]
Laura and Shane chose the always lovely Stinson Beach for their engagement photos. The beach was full of people enjoying that warm evening glow. We took advantage of every bit of golden hour light! Laura and Shane’s pup, Bailey, joined her humans for their session and was such a champ! She was so good about […]
Emily & Andrew bonded over exploring the outdoors and making delicious Mezcal cocktails! They will be married this spring surrounded by vineyards in Sonoma Valley! We had the most magical setting for their engagement session last fall and I can’t wait to get these two back in front of my lens!
Melissa & Juan had to postpone their spring wedding multiple times before finally getting to celebrate in fall 2021! The wait was well worth it with perfect Sonoma weather and a spirit of celebration among their friends and family. The dream vendor team came together seamlessly to execute a perfect day for this sweet Pacific […]