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Witness Jane Lyon and Ron Holt’s wedding at Blue Ridge Kitchen Sebastopol California.

Witness Matt and Karissa’s Garden Valley Ranch wedding in Petaluma California.

Khaleelah Shabazz and Tony Monroe are the definition of authenticity and real love. Fate led me to this couple just in the nick of time. I unexpectedly met the bride-to-be at San Francisco City Hall while she was applying for a marriage license. This happened one month prior to Khaleelah and Tony’s San Francisco City […]

You might think you’re in Tuscany when you first arrive at Viansa Winery Sonoma County California wedding venue. Every inch of Viansa Winery’s 270-degree views are epic, from valleys of vineyards in the North to mountain-top sunsets in the West. I was honored to host a romantic Tuscan-inspired styled shoot at Viansa Winery during one […]

Part of the reason I love being a photographer is because I am asked to be a part of special life moments or time periods of transition. Now, while I am traditionally known as a wedding photographer, a good majority of my work during the latter part of the year is through as actually as […]

YES YOU DO!! 5 Reasons to send out Grad Announcements Whether you’re celebrating virtually or in person, graduating from high school is a milestone to remember. This blog is dedicated to high school graduation announcement etiquette. Before you post a cute cap-and-gown selfie on Instagram, please consider a more traditional announcement method – cards! Friends, […]

Apply to become a Senior Rep for Alicia Parks Photography, a professional graduation photographer in Santa Rosa, California with over a decade of experience. Alicia’s Senior Rep program places local students and their accomplishments in the spotlight. All rising and current Santa Rosa high school seniors are eligible to apply. Application deadline: Friday, April 1, […]

Like real estate, when it comes to planning a wedding or elopement, it’s all about location, location, location. My clients, Wisconsin-natives Amanda Kastner and Justin Ippoliti, understood the assignment. Maybe that’s because Justin is a real estate agent! In fall of 2021, they slipped away to wine country California for an intimate Geyserville Inn wedding. […]

With over a decade of experience as a Sonoma wine country wedding photographer, I know all of the ins and outs. My clients have said “I do” practically everywhere! Which means that I have gotten to tour, explore and learn about diverse wedding venues across the state. Keep scrolling for my list of 10 of […]

As a wedding photographer with over a decade of experience – I’m excited to share with you my list of top places to propose in Sonoma Wine Country California. I understand that the proposal is just as important as other moments down the road to the altar. Lucky for you, every season is beautiful in […]