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IMAGERY ROOTED IN FEELING, MOVEMENT, AND PRESENCE

San Diego based wedding photographer

A black and white photo of a newlywed couple outdoors, with the groom in a tuxedo and the bride in a wedding gown, smiling and holding each other.
couple holding hands during indian ceremony
A couple in wedding attire embracing and kissing under a sheer veil, near the water at sunset.
A woman in a white wedding dress standing in front of a vibrant pink bougainvillea plant, with stone arches in the background.
Women preparing for a beach wedding, with a bride in a white wedding dress and two women assisting her, on a rocky pathway overlooking the sandy beach and ocean with other people and dogs in the background.
A bride and groom sitting on a staircase, laughing together during a wedding photo shoot.
A woman dancing in a sparkly dress and heels at a party, surrounded by people holding drinks.
A bride and groom sharing a romantic moment on a scenic outdoor pathway surrounded by greenery.
A woman in a white hijab standing outdoors during daylight, with a blurred background of hills and trees.
A black and white photo of a man and woman at a formal event. The man is wearing a suit and holding a cane, and the woman is dressed in an elegant gown, holding a clutch and posing with her hand on her hip.

As a San Diego wedding photographer, I approach weddings with a balance of observation and intention, creating photographs that feel natural, artful, and alive.

Most of your wedding day doesn’t need to be directed. I photograph with an observational approach, paying attention to the people, movement, emotion, and small interactions happening around you.

When a little direction is helpful—during portraits, finding beautiful light, or creating something more intentional—I’ll step in. The result is a gallery that brings together candid moments and artful imagery without making your wedding feel like a photoshoot.

For couples looking for a San Diego wedding photographer who values both natural documentation and thoughtful image-making, my approach is designed to give you space to actually experience your day.

My Approach

FILM + DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY

I photograph weddings on both film and digital, using each medium for what it does best. Film brings a softness, texture, and depth that gives photographs a distinctly tangible quality.

There’s also an intentionality to shooting film that I love. It asks me to slow down, pay attention, and make a photograph rather than simply take one.

For couples looking for a San Diego wedding photographer who offers both film and digital photography, the two are woven together throughout the day to create a gallery that feels cohesive, artful, and alive.

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WEDDINGS

A bride and groom embrace on the beach at sunset, with the ocean and sky in the background, the bride holding a bouquet of white and peach flowers.
An outdoor wedding setup with rows of beige chairs arranged in front of a lush garden. The garden features various trees, plants, and colorful flowers with a floral arrangement on the ground in front of the chairs. The background shows palm trees and a bright sky, suggesting a warm, sunny day.

I photograph San Diego weddings with a focus on the people, atmosphere, and moments that give the day its meaning. My approach leaves room for the day to unfold naturally, while offering thoughtful direction when it’s needed. The result is imagery that feels artful and intentional without losing the personality and life that made the day yours.

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ELOPEMENTS

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Two women embracing on a balcony in front of a modern house with large glass windows, surrounded by tall trees, during daytime.

For couples planning a San Diego elopement, photography can be less about following a traditional timeline and more about documenting the experience you’ve chosen to create together. I photograph elopements with an emphasis on place, connection, and honest moments, while creating intentional portraits along the way.

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ENGAGEMENTS

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couple holding hands during engagement shoot in LA

San Diego engagement photography is a chance to create something that feels like you outside the structure of a wedding day. Whether we’re photographing along the coast, in the city, or somewhere personally meaningful, I’ll give you enough direction to feel comfortable while leaving room for movement, interaction, and spontaneity.

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A man and a woman dressed in formal attire, with the woman in a white dress holding a bouquet, walking up white stairs outside a building with white walls and a tropical plant in the background, likely during a wedding or special event.

Lauren did a fantastic job documenting our wedding day. Leading up to our wedding she scheduled check in calls to understand our story and how we wanted the day to be photographed. Lauren is very easy to work with and is very talented. We are very pleased with how all the photos turned out! Thank you Lauren!

TESTIMONIALS

-- Parisa & Amir

A bride and groom holding hands walking outdoors on a sunny day, surrounded by trees and hills.

We are usually so shy when it comes to photos, but somehow, you made us feel like absolute celebrities— comfortable, confident, and genuinely enjoying every moment. That is such a gift, and we can't thank you enough for making the experience feel so natural and exciting for us"

"From the moment you arrived, your energy, artistic direction, and personality made everything feel effortless and fun.

—Mel & Kaare

If you’re looking for a San Diego wedding photographer who will give you space to experience your day while creating photographs that feel honest, artful, and alive, I’d love to hear what you’re planning.

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