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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!

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In the secluded beauty of Hidden Valley in Joshua Tree National Park, Nichole and Bria chose to exchange their vows in an intimate elopement that was a true testament to love, simplicity, and the beauty of nature! With just a few close family members by their side, their day was a celebration of the journey […]

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Where do I even begin with Lauren & Patrick’s San Francisco City Hall elopement! These two were such a breath of fresh air – everything from their personalities to the way they planned their elopement was so uniquely them. And I was thrilled to travel from Joshua Tree to San Francisco to spend their big […]

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Inspired by the rugged beauty of the wild west, Cody and Rachel chose Joshua Tree National Park as the backdrop for their wedding festivities. With its majestic desert landscapes, unique Joshua trees, and iconic rock formations, the park perfectly captured their vision. The intimate ceremony took place at the enchanting Cap Rock. Their closest family […]

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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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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 […]

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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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