Frequently Asked Questions

Reach out through the contact form on this site or send me a DM on Instagram. Tell me what you are celebrating, a rough timeframe, and any location ideas. I reply within 24 hours with availability, pricing, and next steps. A deposit locks in your date.

I am based in Sacramento and regularly shoot throughout Northern California — Roseville, Folsom, Elk Grove, Davis, El Dorado Hills, Lodi, Grass Valley, and everywhere in between. If your location is within about an hour of Sacramento, I am there. Farther spots are possible too — just ask.

Yes. Natural light is my thing — golden hour, open shade, window light. No flash rigs, no studio backdrops. It keeps sessions relaxed and gives your photos a warm, timeless look. It also means I am particular about timing. I will help you pick the right window so the light does the heavy lifting.

It depends on the session type. Headshots come back in about a week, portrait sessions in two to three weeks, and weddings in four to six weeks. Every image is individually edited — no batch presets — so I do not rush the process. You will get a timeline when you book.

Your gallery comes with a built-in print shop where you can order directly — canvases, albums, loose prints, the works. I also have relationships with Sacramento-area print labs if you want something custom. But the digital files are yours to print however you like.

That is completely normal and honestly some of my favorite images come from it. I never force kids to sit still and smile. We play games, explore, and let them do their thing. The result is photos that actually look like your family — not stiff, staged portraits where everyone looks uncomfortable.

Coordinate, don't match. Stick to a color palette — neutrals, earth tones, and soft colors photograph beautifully in Sacramento's natural light. Avoid large logos and neon. I send a detailed style guide after booking with specific recommendations based on your session location and time of year.

Fall is the most popular — October and November give you golden light and gorgeous foliage at places like William Land Park and the American River Parkway. But spring is equally beautiful, and summer sessions work if we shoot in the hour before sunset. Sacramento's mild winters are underrated for photos too.

Of course. I love multigenerational sessions. We will start with the full group, then break into smaller combinations — grandparents with grandkids, siblings together, your immediate family. It adds about 15 minutes to the session, and those images become some of the most treasured ones in the gallery.

Generally under 50 guests, but there is no strict cutoff. Elopements with just the two of you, courthouse ceremonies with a handful of witnesses, backyard parties with 40 friends — all of these fall into the intimate wedding category. The approach is documentary: I capture the day as it unfolds.

Yes — Sacramento County Courthouse weddings are some of my favorites. They are quick, emotional, and real. I typically cover 1-2 hours for a courthouse ceremony plus portraits nearby. Tower Bridge and Capitol Park are a short walk away for golden-hour photos afterward.

I have shot at venues throughout Sacramento and Northern California — from Vizcaya in midtown to winery estates in Lodi and foothill barns in Placerville. I am happy to share recommendations based on your guest count, budget, and style. Just ask during our planning call.

Your call. I personally love first looks because they create an intimate, private moment and take pressure off the ceremony. But if you prefer to see each other for the first time at the altar, we will build the timeline around that. Either way, you get both candid and portrait-style images.

Yes — corporate mixers, team retreats, product launches, and networking events. The approach is the same: candid, documentary-style coverage that captures the energy of the room. I also deliver a set of detail and branding shots you can use for marketing and social media.

For most birthday parties and showers, 2 hours covers arrival through cake and toasts. Larger events or celebrations with multiple phases — like a ceremony followed by a reception — benefit from 3-4 hours. We will talk through your timeline and I will recommend what makes sense.

I keep it minimal. If there are specific group shots you want — the whole family, the friend group, the team — I will organize those at a natural break in the event. Otherwise, the focus is on real moments. No pulling people away from the celebration for forced lineups.

I have covered events everywhere from backyard parties in East Sac to corporate spaces downtown to rented halls in Roseville and Elk Grove. Indoor, outdoor, large, small — the approach adapts to the space. If you are still choosing a venue, I am happy to share what photographs well.