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Destination Weddings

Home to My Favorite Couples, Stories, and Planning Resources for Southern California + Beyond 

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My hope is for you to dive in and gather inspiration for your own engagement session, wedding, or elopement! You can find in-depth planning resources, real couple stories, and an extensive view of my portfolio. Happy reading!

As a Washington state and elopement photographer, I recently had the pleasure of capturing the beautiful wedding of Darian and Patrick at Crystal Mountain Resort in Enumclaw, Washington! From the stunning mountain views to the heartfelt moments shared between the couple, this wedding was truly one to remember. The day started early as I arrived […]

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I am one of the luckiest photographers in the world…Joshua Tree National Park is in my backyard! This beautiful, mesmerizing desert paradise that millions of people visit a year is less than 5 minutes from where I drink my morning coffee. Joshua Tree National Park is the PERFECT place to elope, get married, or renew […]

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Love At First Sight, Destined To Last Forever  Few people can say they’ve been glorious spectators to true love culminating in beautiful wedding ceremonies many times over. I count myself one of the lucky ones. As a Joshua Tree wedding and elopement photographer and someone who covers special moments, travel photography, and all manner of […]

 Category : Portraits

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Taking a photo is like capturing a part of someone’s soul forever, almost like attaining immortality. As a travel and event photographer, I am always on the lookout for people who are super special, living a larger-than-life existence and really experiencing true joy every step of the way.  Downsizing to 70 Sq Ft For The […]

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Palm Desert Wedding Photography for Darian & Josh A dreamy desert wedding with the most AMAZING couple of humans! From the moment I met Darian and Josh I knew we  connected on a different level. Darian is a mix of modern and free-spirited style, a touch of sass and sophistication and a Texas meets Cali […]

Hi! I’m Mattie - Your Animal-Obsessed, Adventure-Seeking, Travel-Enthusiast Southern California Wedding Photographer

I’ve been on both sides of the lens, and it’s my mission to capture the unscripted, genuine moments of your special day! I pour my heart into taking (and editing) your photos to give you epic portraits that you’ll cherish forever. Whether it’s a mountain-top elopement or a cozy backyard ceremony, I’m all in. Let’s plan something that is uniquely yours, filled with laughter, love, and maybe a few happy tears - mine included!

Think of me as your right-hand girl for planning an intimate, nature-focused, or non-traditional wedding or elopement.

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