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Bride and groom sharing romantic dip kiss under flower-covered gazebo in garden at Elliston Vineyards in Sunol, California
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My Services & Offerings

 

Photography for the moments that matter most. From wedding days and intimate celebrations to engagements, proposals, maternity, and family portraits, I’m here to document your story with an intentional and timeless approach.

 

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Your story is made up of more than the big moments. It’s in the laughter, the quiet touches, the happy tears, and everything in between. My goal is to capture those moments as they naturally unfold, creating photographs that feel just as good to look back on as they did to live.

 

 

 

 

Packages

 

Bride and groom share first kiss at outdoor wedding ceremony surrounded by guests and floral arch at Elliston Vineyards in Sunol, California

Weddings


I’m here to capture your wedding day as it really felt. The big moments, the in-between moments, and everything you’ll want to remember.


from $3500

Couple kissing while man lifts woman on beach with crashing waves in background at Santa Cruz engagement photoshoot.

couples


Proposals, engagements, and portraits for the two of you.


from $600

Man kissing pregnant woman on the cheek as she smiles joyfully in a soft outdoor natural setting at Filoli Woodside maternity photoshoot.

Portraits


For the people you love and the seasons of life you’ll want to remember. Maternity, family, and portrait sessions.


from $500

What's included


+ 6–10 hours of coverage

+ 350-600+ edited images

+ Sneak peeks within 72 hours

+ 4–6 week gallery delivery

+ Wedding timeline guide

+ Travel fees included


Optional additions


+ 50% off engagement session

+ Second photographer

What's included


+ 1–2 hour session at 1–2 locations

+ 45+ edited images

+ Multiple outfit changes welcome

+ Sneak peeks within 72 hours

+ 4 week gallery delivery

+ Travel fees included

What's included


+ 1-hour session at 1 location

+ 45+ edited images

+ Sneak peeks within 72 hours

+ 4 week gallery delivery

+ Travel fees included



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Groom lifts bride in white lace gown for a kiss outdoors with lush green trees in background in Seattle wedding ceremony.

“She was a dream to work with.”


Michelle photographed our wedding and was a dream to work with. She was communicative, organized, and completely on top of the details throughout the day. She came prepared with our shot list and and needed very little to work her magic. Her calm and thoughtful presence made the day feel smoother, and she ensured we got every photo we hoped for. She even captured some special moments I hadn’t seen myself, and I’ll cherish those forever. Thanks to Michelle, we now have a collection of wedding photos that perfectly captured the spirit of our day.




Mary & Joe

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Couple embraces in front of the Palace of Fine Arts rotunda reflected in a lagoon at sunset. Proposal photoshoot in San Francisco.

"An absolute pleasure and such a hassle-free experience."


It was an absolute pleasure and such a hassle-free experience working with Michelle for our proposal moment. She not only coordinated with the preferences I had for my proposal idea, but offered artistic input in suggestions for location, timing, and ambiance. She was so fun to work with during the session, and she provided quite a lot of poses and ideas that helped us enjoy the shooting process. Not only that, she delivered high-quality photos that captured every bit of joy only 5 days after our session. We're so pleased with the work and effort Michelle put in to help capture this moment, and we highly recommend her for anyone looking for a photographer that can seamlessly work alongside your plans and deliver stunning photos within days.


Jeffrey & Ursula

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Couple joyfully posing with arms outstretched during engagement session at Filoli in Woodside CA.

“Michelle made us feel so comfortable and was able to beautifully and organically capture our personalities.”


Michelle did an incredible job with our engagement photos.  Neither of us are particularly used to being in front of a camera, but Michelle made us feel so comfortable and was able to beautifully and organically capture our personalities.  Michelle delivered so many stunning photos and with such quick turnaround — she truly exceeded all expectations and we’d highly recommend her to anyone!




Taylor & Luke

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Bride in white gown poses with six bridesmaids in dusty blue dresses holding colorful bouquets outdoors. Wedding at the Hall at Fauntleroy

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Let’s capture your story
Couple holds hands and smiles walking between white columns during engagement photo session. Engagement photoshoot in Legion of Honor.
I’d love to hear your story and create something beautiful together.