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Joshua Tree Engagement | Amber + Dave

Amber and Dave held the most beautiful Joshua Tree engagement session in the park. It was the perfect backdrop for their fun and intimate session. Amber and Dave live in the area and wanted to capture their engagement in a special place that they love. As they arrived in the park, the skies were crystal clear and the sun just beginning to set sharply against the desert landscape!

I had the honor of capturing the most beautiful Joshua Tree engagement session in the park with Amber and Dave. Amber and Dave live in the area and wanted to capture their engagement in a special place that they love. As they arrived in the park, the skies were crystal clear and the sun just beginning to set sharply against the desert landscape!

Amber and Dave exchanged sweet moments, exploring the trails, and reclining in the golden sands of the desert. These two were absolutely enamored with each other, and it was such a joy to document their love! Amber looked absolutely stunning in her dress, which perfectly complemented the desert landscape and overall vibe of Joshua Tree.

The way that Dave looked at Amber when he would smile left no doubt that these two were in love. Their session was full of genuine emotion and connection. Whenever they would talk and laugh, they often had to take a few moments and just look in each other’s eyes, enjoying the gravity of the love that they share!

It was an honor to be able to document this special time in their lives. Amber and Dave, thank you again for entrusting me with your Joshua Tree engagement session. It was a pure joy and I will cherish these memories forever. If you’d like to see a glimpse into this day, keep on scrolling!

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KIND WORDS

“Mattie is literally the sweetest soul on the planet! I had some crazy anxiety leading up to the shoot but she made me feel so comfortable. Of course we were nervous in the beginning but Mattie is just a natural at making people feel at ease and truly captured our love better than we could’ve imagined! She listened to our wants and directed us when we needed help. I truly felt unprepared for our shoot because my husband and I are so awkward in front of the camera but Mattie was ready with tips and ideas for our poses and not to mention fixing my hair and wardrobe malfunctions when needed. I can’t recommend her enough!!!”

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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