A courthouse wedding isn’t the lesser version of a “real” wedding. It’s a chance to throw out the rulebook and create something that actually feels like the two of you. A little paperwork, a short ceremony, and then? Beach, burgers, mini golf, downtown at sunset. Make it yours.

What does family photography really cost in Orange County? A plain-English guide to minis, full sessions, storytelling sessions, digital files, and what you’re actually paying for. Plus a few California burritos.

You do not need a spotless house, a perfectly sleepy baby, or a finished nursery. Here’s what an in-home newborn session actually looks like, from finding the best light to working around feeds, siblings, pets, and real life.

Six photos instead of one, paper you can feel, and a card that comes back as wildflowers.

Five spots I've actually shot maternity sessions at, sorted by how far you have to walk, with the bathroom situation for every one.

My parents once cancelled a family vacation mid drive because of me. Turns out that's decent training for photographing your toddler.