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I'm Kelly and I'm so happy you're here. This journal features my amazing couples, some wedding tips and some insight into who I am!

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Should you Have an Unplugged Ceremony?

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Wedding

What is an unplugged ceremony you ask? Well let me set a scene for you. You are walking down the aisle and all you can see is your groom smiling and maybe crying as he sees you for the first time. You are filled with so much emotion and know that in this moment your […]

Should you do a First Look?

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Wedding

Each year first looks are becoming more and more common amongst couples. But there are still some who prefer that tradition of not seeing their man before they walk down the aisle. You really can’t go wrong with one or another, but I wanted to share some pros and cons of doing a first look […]

How to Have an Unplugged Ceremony

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Wedding

So you’ve decided to have an unplugged ceremony, but aren’t quite sure how to tell your guests? Here is a list of 5 ways let your guests in on your plan: Give guests notice on your wedding website. If you have created a wedding website I would put a little something in your details section […]

Janet’s California State University Fullerton Graduation Session

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Lifestyle

Photographing Janet was a blast. This girl’s smile is so contagious! She was having so much fun and was so open to any ideas I threw her way. Even if it felt a little awkward in the moment she was up for anything and it made such great photos! I love when clients trust me, […]

Huntington Beach Central Park Engagement // Diego & Allie

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Engagement

A guy walks into a bar… no seriously… a guy walks into HER bar. One day Diego walked into a bar and met the owner Allie. They started a strong friendship and after many years of being “just friends” they decided they should give it a go. Diego even proposed to Allie in the bar! […]

My Journey To Finding My Passion

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Personal

“I would never want to stand in the way of your dream”…Those were the words of my boss as I sat across from her telling her I was quitting. Leading up to this week I was terrified. I didn’t even recognize myself. I was filled with so much anxiety and guilt. Guilt that I would […]

Palos Verdes Engagement // Cynthia & Patrick

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Engagement

Okay you guys. Cynthia and Patrick are literally the best human beings! Cynthia entered my engagement session giveaway in February and was the lucky winner…but not to sound too cheesy but honestly I am really the winner because I got to meet two incredible people. After texting back and forth with Cynthia and then spending […]

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Lauren & Zach // Hermosa Beach Engagement

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Engagement

I met Lauren back in highschool and was so thrilled when she inquired about her wedding. As we caught up over coffee I couldn’t wait to meet Zach! She started telling me all about him, how they met, and how he popped the question. It was just so cute I had to share it with […]

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Emily & Chris // Hawaiian Inspired Laguna Beach Engagement

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Engagement

Emily and Chris met through their mutual friend, David. One day when Emily was over at David’s house, Chris walked through the door and in her head it was all over from there. That was 9 years ago and now they are planning their wedding in Kona, HI this August. These two have always been […]

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