Engagements

As a Los Angeles engagement photographer, I document couples on digital and film with a blend of documentary storytelling and an editorial eye. From the beaches of Malibu to Pasadena City Hall, Greystone Mansion in Beverly Hills, and meaningful locations throughout Southern California, engagement sessions are designed to feel effortless, personal, and true to your connection.

Each session is gently guided while leaving space for natural movement, honest emotion, and the in-between moments that make your love story your own.

A woman in a white dress smiling at a man in a dark suit during an outdoor event with tall green trees in the background.
Black and white photo of a couple standing close together outdoors. The woman is wearing a one-shoulder white dress and high heels, and the man is in a dark suit with a white shirt and dark shoes. Both are holding hands.
A woman in a white strapless gown leaning on a stone balustrade on a staircase, with a man in a black suit standing behind her on the stairs, all outdoors with trees and sunlight in the background.
A man and woman dressed in formal attire, standing outside in front of a stone mansion with a fountain and garden, during daytime.
A couple dances outdoors on a sunny day, with the man holding the woman as she leans backward, eyes closed, smiling. The background includes trees and a distant city skyline.
A man and woman standing outside a building, holding hands and engaging in conversation, with a beige stone wall, wooden door, and decorative ironwork in the background.
A couple dressed in formal attire, with the woman in a white dress and the man in a black suit, sharing an intimate moment outdoors with a background of trees and greenery.
A couple embracing outdoors, with greenery and trees in the background, both dressed in white and smiling.
A couple embraces outdoors on a sunny day, the woman with long, curly hair and the man with short hair, in front of a brick wall and a large tree.
A couple dressed in wedding attire sharing a kiss on a staircase with stone balustrades outside, surrounded by trees.
A couple dressed in wedding attire kissing outdoors in front of a stone building with a fountain and potted plants.
An engaged couple holding hands, with the man's hand gently touching the woman's hand, showing a wedding ring and bracelet, set outdoors with blurred green plants and a building in the background.
A woman in a white wedding dress walking on a stone pathway through a garden with tall, neatly trimmed green trees on each side, with a man in a black suit walking ahead of her.
Close-up of woman’s legs and feet wearing white high heels and a satin dress, sitting on a chair, with a man’s black dress shoes and pant leg visible beside her. The floor is made of stone or concrete tiles.
A couple holding hands and walking outdoors in front of a large stone building with a steep roof and tall brick chimney. The man is wearing a black suit with white shirt, and the woman is wearing a white strapless wedding gown. They are walking on a
A woman in a white dress sitting on a bar, holding a cocktail glass, talking to a man in black shirt and pants behind the bar in a dimly lit restaurant or bar.
A smiling man and woman walking arm-in-arm on a city street during the daytime. The man is wearing a black shirt and pants with white sneakers, while the woman is in a fitted white dress with high heels. There are buildings, parked cars, and a sign t
Two women at a table, one holding a glass of drink with ice, the other holding a cocktail glass with olives. They are dressed in stylish white and black outfits, and their hands are resting on a wooden table.
Two men holding hands outdoors in a grassy field with a large tree and a house in the background, during late afternoon or early evening.
Black and white photo of two men standing close with foreheads touching, eyes closed, in a tender moment outdoors with trees in the background.
Two men holding hands and looking at plants in a lush outdoor garden or park with trees and hills in the background during the day.
Two men standing outdoors, one smiling and looking at the camera, the other with his head turned down. Trees and a grassy hill are in the background, captured in black and white.
Two men walking on a dirt path through a grassy field surrounded by tall trees and mountains under a clear blue sky.
Two men are close together with foreheads touching, sharing an intimate moment outdoors. One has dark hair and a beard, the other has lighter hair. The background is blurred with trees.
A woman is holding a glass of dark beer topped with foam and three coffee beans, while another person is holding a glass of amber-colored drink with ice, with their hands resting on a dark wooden surface.
A black and white photo of a man and woman kissing while sitting at a table in a bar or restaurant. They are holding drinks, and some dice are on the table.
A couple sitting closely together in a dimly lit bar or restaurant, smiling and enjoying drinks, with a textured stone wall in the background.
A woman in a white dress with lace heels holding hands with a man in a black suit, standing on a balcony with a scenic mountain view.
Black-and-white photo of two people, a man and a woman, seen from behind, looking out over a city skyline from a high vantage point.
A couple in wedding attire stands closely, touching foreheads and smiling. They are outdoors on a balcony or rooftop with cityscape in the background, near a white building with decorative architectural details.
A black-and-white photo of a bride and groom close together at their wedding, holding hands, with the bride gently touching the groom's face.
A bride and groom holding hands, standing in front of a large green arched door. The bride is wearing a white strapless dress and heels, with long blonde hair. The groom is dressed in a black suit with a white shirt and black tie, with short brown ha
A black and white photo of a man and woman standing together outdoors, smiling and holding hands. The woman is wearing a long dress and blazer, and the man is in a shirt and tie. There is a sign in the background that reads "TO TELESCOPE."
Couple sharing a kiss on a rooftop, with cityscape and water view in the background, during sunset.
A smiling couple, a man in a black suit and a woman in a white dress, holding hands and walking on a brick sidewalk outdoors, with trees, bushes, and a white building with large windows in the background.
A smiling bride in a white dress with a diamond ring, embraced by a groom in a black suit, outdoors with trees and sunlight.
A smiling man in a black suit and dress shoes, and a smiling woman in a white dress and heels, standing together holding hands in front of a large ornate fountain with trees and a building in the background.
A man and woman holding hands, wearing matching sweaters with teddy bear designs and holding drinks, walking outdoors in daylight.
A couple sharing a kiss in an arched outdoor corridor, with lanterns hanging from the ceiling.
A smiling man and woman walking hand-in-hand on a city sidewalk, each holding a drink, with buildings and palm trees in the background, sunny day.
A black and white photograph of a bride and groom standing on a staircase. The bride in a wedding dress holds hands with the groom in a suit and tie. The staircase has ornate black wrought-iron railings, and sunlight casts shadows across the scene. T
A man and woman dressed in wedding attire are holding hands and walking along a dirt path in a formal garden with hedges, trees, and a fountain. There are two large towers of a building with ornate architecture in the background. The sky is clear and
A couple dressed in formal attire on the steps of a building, with the woman holding a bouquet of flowers and the man extending his hand, smiling, under a decorative architectural ceiling.
A smiling couple walking hand in hand through a covered walkway with white arches and hanging lanterns, in black and white.
A bride and groom walking hand in hand outdoors on a sunny day, surrounded by flowers and greenery, with a historic building with a clock tower behind them.
A black and white photo of a couple dancing in a grand hallway with a decorative ceiling and chandelier.
A couple hugging on a beach.
A smiling woman with blonde hair and a man with short brown hair face each other on a beach with ocean waves in the background.
A young couple hugging on a sandy beach with ocean waves in the background, during sunset or dusk.
A woman in a white dress walking on the beach with bare feet, holding the hem of her dress, near the shoreline with wet sand and small rocks.
A couple dressed in light-colored clothing walking hand-in-hand along a sandy beach near the ocean, with rocks and cloudy sky in the background.
A couple walking hand in hand along the shoreline at the beach, with waves gently crashing around their feet, smiling and enjoying each other's company.
A couple in wedding attire enjoying a walk on the beach, with waves crashing in the background under a cloudy sky.
A man and woman embracing on a beach, with the ocean and cliffs in the background, smiling and looking happy.
A smiling woman and a man hold each other close on a beach with waves and rocks in the background.
A couple embracing on a beach with waves in the background
A smiling man and woman hugging on a beach during sunset.
A couple embracing on a beach at sunset, with the woman leaning on the man’s shoulder and the man's eyes closed, both smiling gently.
A woman with earrings and rings holding onto a person wearing a cream-colored shirt with lace details on the sleeves.
A couple dressed in white standing close on a beach at sunset, with the ocean and rocks in the background.
A woman and a man embracing outdoors on a sunny day, smiling and looking at each other with a background of tall grass and trees.
A couple stands on a sandy path near the ocean, with waves crashing on the shore, a cliff with houses in the background, and the sky clear and bright.
A couple stands on a beach, holding hands, with the ocean in the background during sunset. The woman wears a long, lace dress, and the man is dressed in casual khaki pants and a white shirt.
Two women stand together outdoors against a rocky terrain and large boulder. One woman has short dark hair, wearing a beige sleeveless vest and matching wide-leg pants. The other woman has short hair, wearing a black sleeveless top and light-colored
Two women standing on rocks at the beach, embracing each other with the ocean and a hilly coastline in the background under a clear blue sky.
Two women sharing a kiss on a beach with large rock formations in the background, photograph in black and white.
A couple embracing under a large natural rock arch formation on a beach, with the ocean and blue sky in the background.
A young couple holding hands outdoors with mountains in the background. The woman is smiling and looking at the man, who is slightly turned away from the camera.
A young woman and a young man sitting together in a field of dry grass, smiling and enjoying each other's company during a sunny day.
A man and woman sharing a joyful hug in a golden field with mountains in the background, sunny weather.
A couple standing close together in a field of tall, yellow grass with mountains in the background, enjoying a bright and clear day.
Close-up black-and-white photo of three people standing outdoors on a gravel surface, holding hands, all wearing boots and casual clothing.
A young couple walking hand-in-hand on a dirt path in a natural outdoor setting with mountains and trees in the background. The woman is wearing a white dress and black boots, and the man is dressed casually in a beige shirt and dark pants.
A couple walking hand in hand through a field of tall, golden grass with green trees and mountains in the background under a clear blue sky.
A couple holding hands and embracing by the water, with the woman resting her head on the man's shoulder, on a sunny day at the beach.
The photo shows a view of the ocean with gentle waves crashing against a rocky shoreline. In the foreground, there are dry, leafless branches hanging over the water. The sky is clear with no visible clouds.
A black and white photo of a smiling woman with long hair and a man close to her, outdoors, possibly on a hike or walk, with trees and grass in the background.
A couple embracing and kissing on a rocky beach beneath a large green tree, with the ocean and distant mountains in the background.
Two people sitting outdoors on a cliff overlooking the ocean during sunset.
A couple in traditional Indian attire stands on a dirt path surrounded by green bushes, holding hands and smiling at each other with a clear sky and a hillside in the background.
Close-up of a couple holding hands, with the man's hand on top of the woman's, during a wedding ceremony outdoors. The man is wearing a patterned yellow and blue suit, and the woman is wearing a white dress with pearl details.
A couple in traditional Indian attire holding hands and walking outdoors on a dirt path with distant hills and sky in the background.
A man and a woman holding hands while walking on a beach. The man has short dark hair and wears a patterned beige and blue suit. The woman has curly blonde hair and wears a white and gold dress with a flowing skirt. In the background, there is a clea
A black and white photo of a woman with long, flowing hair looking tenderly at a man whose back is to the camera. The man wears a patterned jacket, and the woman wears a dress with intricate embroidery and a full skirt, suggesting a formal or special
A couple dressed in traditional Indian wedding attire standing outdoors on a dirt path with mountains in the background. The woman is wearing a cream and gold lehenga with flowing fabric, and the man is in a beige patterned sherwani with white trouse
A couple is kissing in front of a rocky backdrop, with the woman wearing a white dress and the man dressed in white, both standing on sand.
A woman clasping a man's arm, with her hand showing a diamond engagement ring.
A smiling man and woman standing on a rooftop with city buildings in the background, backlit by sunlight.
A woman and a man talking through a glass window at a restaurant, with the woman smiling and wearing a black jacket and white skirt, and the man's back facing the camera.
A young couple smiling and holding hands on a city street during sunset, with tall buildings in the background.
Two people running across an empty city street with the Los Angeles skyline in the background during sunset.
A man and woman walking hand in hand past a large brick building casting a shadow, with the word 'LOVE' painted on the wall.
A young couple walking hand in hand on a city street with skyscrapers in the background, both wearing sunglasses and smiling, during daytime.
A couple holding hands and walking on the street beside a brick building, smiling and enjoying each other's company.
A couple holding hands and kissing at the beach during sunset, with rocks in the background.
A couple embracing by the ocean during sunset, with rocky shoreline in the background.
A couple embracing on a beach at sunset, with rocky formations in the background.
A close-up of two women holding hands, one wearing an engagement ring. They are wearing light-colored, patterned dresses with eyelet embroidery. The background shows rocks and water, suggesting they are outdoors near a body of water.
A couple embracing on a beach with rocks and ocean in the background during sunset.
Two people holding glasses of champagne on a beach, ocean waves in the background.

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