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Disneyland Engagement Session • Deborah + Edwin

When I found out that Deborah & Edwin wanted to have their engagement session at Disneyland, I immediately said “YES!”. These two are so cute and fun loving that having their engagement photos taken at the happiest place on earth was a no brainer. I could gush on and on about how sweet these two […]

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Luce Loft Wedding | San Diego, CA • Lydia + Gene

Hey friends! A couple weeks ago, I had the complete honor of photographing Lydia + Gene’s wedding at Luce Loft in San Diego! This place has been on my photography bucket list and I couldn’t have picked better first couple to get to photograph there! These two are so sweet, grounded and kind. They made […]

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ABOUT Justin

I've always been drawn to all things creative, but didn't pick up a camera until my senior year in high school to document a trip my friends and I were taking to San Francisco.  I had no idea how to correctly work my camera, but instantly fell in love with the concept of capturing moments in an artistic way.  I became obsessed with photographing anything and anyone willing to get in front of my lens.  Still lifes, landscapes, pets, people.  People.  What started out as a passion for photography quickly turned into a passion for people and the love they share.  I can't put words to the feeling of capturing fleeting moments, celebratory tears, warm embraces,  or loving glances.  What I can say is how incredibly fulfilling photographing weddings all over the west coast for the past twelve  years has been.  I'm thrilled to have you here and can't wait to work with you!   

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Alpine Ranch, San Diego Wedding • Francesca + John

Wow. Still so in awe of this past weekend. Francesca and John! You both have such beautiful souls and I am so blessed to have been chosen by you guys to document such a huge day for you. Thank you. The day was filled with so much love, super chill vibes and so. much. family. […]

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Ramona Grasslands Preserve Engagement Session • Annie + Jeff

It has been so fun exploring new locations and the Ramona Grasslands Preserve is definitely near the top of that list. It’s even BETTER when you pair this stunning location with an even more stunning couple. So blessed to have met Annie + Jeff and so excited to shoot their wedding later this year! WOO! […]

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BEHIND THE LENS

ABOUT Justin

I've always been drawn to all things creative, but didn't pick up a camera until my senior year in high school to document a trip my friends and I were taking to San Francisco.  I had no idea how to correctly work my camera, but instantly fell in love with the concept of capturing moments in an artistic way.  I became obsessed with photographing anything and anyone willing to get in front of my lens.  Still lifes, landscapes, pets, people.  People.  What started out as a passion for photography quickly turned into a passion for people and the love they share.  I can't put words to the feeling of capturing fleeting moments, celebratory tears, warm embraces,  or loving glances.  What I can say is how incredibly fulfilling photographing weddings all over the west coast for the past twelve  years has been.  I'm thrilled to have you here and can't wait to work with you!   

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San Juan Capistrano & Dana Point Engagement Session • Leny + Rolan

Hello friends!I’ve been feeling so inspired to blog lately. It used to be such a daunting task, but lately it’s just become part of my workflow and I am here for it! A couple weeks ago, I got to hangout with Leny + Rolan and take stinkin cute photos of them. These two are so […]

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