This Olympic Valley engagement session had everything I love—golden light, wide-open meadows, and an outdoorsy couple. We wandered through the tall grass with their labradoodle leading the way. All the while, we chased that perfect late afternoon glow. We began the session in Olympic Valley with a mix of relaxed portraits and candid moments in…
This local couple reached out to me for outdoor portraits in the Lake Tahoe area. We discussed several locations, from scenic lakeshores to breathtaking mountain vistas. By drawing on my years of experience as a wedding and portrait photographer in the region, I recommended some of the best photo spots. I also provided feedback on…
Of all the places in Lake Tahoe to take engagement photos, Speedboat Beach is one of my favorites. Crystal-clear water lapping against the shore and the majestic mountains in the background create a stunning backdrop. The granite boulders and rocky formations add a touch of rugged charm and texture to this small, sandy beach. With…
I photographed these engagement photos at Chimney Beach on a calm and peaceful spring afternoon. Since I will be shooting this couple’s wedding this summer at the Ritz Carlton, they wanted an opportunity to meet in person and get some candid portraits before the big day. Best Places for Engagement Photos in Tahoe Among the…
The weather forecast for this Donner Summit engagement shoot had me raise an eyebrow. While the sun was shining brightly outside my window, a different story was unfolding in the atmosphere above California. A powerful low-pressure system with frigid winds was on the horizon. This isn’t unusual for fall, so I sent a message to…
Donner Summit Engagement Photoshoot Of all the places in the Lake Tahoe region, Donner Summit is one of the best places for an engagement photoshoot. This historic, 7,000+ foot high pass sits above Donner Lake, about 9 miles west of Truckee. I recommend this area often, and I enjoy shooting here on a regular basis…
Natalie and Jordan spend a lot of time in Tahoe. As a result, they know the different seasons here in the mountains pretty well. They knew that a snowy landscape would be a perfect backdrop for winter Lake Tahoe engagement photos. We received a bunch of snow early on this winter. But on the whole,…
With countless locations for pre-wedding photos in the Lake Tahoe area, how do you decide? Most of the time, people want to capture all the incredible things about being here. Namely blue sky, blue water, mountain peaks, and majestic pine trees. Chimney Beach engagement photos include all these elements. The key is timing (and a…
The mountains around Lake Tahoe never cease to amaze me. Contrary to what some locals may say, you certainly don’t have to hike 25 miles to find your own Shangri La away from the crowds. For their Squaw Valley engagement session, Molly, Sam, and I didn’t have to travel far. If you know where to…
If you live in “The City by the Bay,” you know that you should grab a warm jacket as you leave the house. Especially during the summer. I met Brooke and Josh for Golden Gate Bridge engagement photos in one of the windier bay locations. Fortunately, it was warm and sunny. Baker Beach was pretty…
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