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By Alicia Parks Photography | Vow Renewals | California Destination Photography There is something quietly sacred about the decision to renew your vows. It is not a do-over, it is a deepening. A conscious, intentional choice to look at the person standing beside you and say I choose you still. I choose you again. If […]

February 21, 2026

Why California Should Be Your Vow Renewal Destination (And How to Capture It Forever)

San Francisco offers some of the most beautiful proposal locations in the country. From Baker Beach to Golden Gate Park, this guide highlights the best places to propose in San Francisco and what to consider when planning your moment.

January 5, 2026

Best Places to Propose in San Francisco A Photographer’s Guide

Beautiful Places to Propose in San Francisco As a wedding and proposal photographer with over a decade of experience, I know how important your proposal is. It’s the very first step in your wedding journey—the moment where two lives commit to becoming one. Why San Francisco? San Francisco is a city that has always stood […]

September 4, 2025

Beautiful Places to Propose in San Francisco

Welcome to Napa! If you’re preparing to ask the most meaningful question of your life, you’ve come to the right place. Napa Valley is one of the most romantic destinations in the world, offering breathtaking vineyards, luxury resorts, and quiet hidden corners that make the perfect backdrop for a heartfelt proposal. Whether you’re envisioning an […]

September 4, 2025

Best Places to Propose in Napa Valley

Your engagement in Northern California

June 26, 2024

Your engagement in Northern California

Looking for the perfect proposal idea? Discover 10 romantic and unique proposal concepts that will leave your partner speechless and ready to say yes. From intimate garden settings to adventurous outdoor experiences, find inspiration and guidance for a memorable proposal.

July 18, 2023

7 Romantic Proposal Ideas That Your Partner Will Never Forget

Find out what makes Carneros Resort and Spa one of the best vineyard wedding venues in Napa Valley.

May 25, 2023

Say “I Do” at Carneros Resort and Spa Wedding Venue in Napa Valley

Beautiful Places to Go In Santa Rosa Chateau St. Jean Chateau St. Jean Winery is a picturesque estate located in Santa Rosa, California. Established in 1973, the winery boasts stunning French-inspired architecture and beautiful gardens that offer a serene ambiance for wine tasting. Chateau St. Jean Winery produces a wide variety of award-winning wines. Visitors […]

April 1, 2023

Beautiful Places to Go In Santa Rosa

Beach Engagement The options for Northern California beach engagement sessions are endless, from https://www.bodegabay.com/ down to Halfmoon bay. Finding a photographer who has worked multiple different locations and who can help you plan your engagement session is key! I would love to chat with you and help you plan the perfect engagement session, click the […]

March 31, 2023

Best Engagement Session Locations in Northern California

What to Keep in Mind when you choose a wedding photographer for your one of a kind, wine county wedding in 2025.

December 12, 2022

How to Choose a Wedding Photographer