I'm based in Oakland, CA, and available for sessions both locally and worldwide.

Absolutely! I'm available for travel worldwide.

Travel Fees:

• Local Events: Within 50 miles of Oakland—no travel fees.

• Northern California Events: Beyond 50 miles—travel fees apply (gas or transportation).

• Destination Events: Travel fees include an equal number of nights in a local hotel as the event/session, plus gas or airfare.

Yes! Film is included in all my packages. I love its timeless, authentic feel and unique character. Due to the higher cost of film, my pricing may be slightly higher than digital-only photographers.

Film sessions require extra processing time, so please allow additional time for delivery. Film photos are carefully scanned and edited with the same attention to detail as digital images.

Your session fee covers:

• Time spent photographing your moments.

• Creative vision and direction.

• Post-processing and editing.

• High-resolution image delivery via an online gallery for printing and sharing.

Please note: Session fees do not include props, clothing, floral elements, or prints. I'm happy to provide custom quotes for these items or you may bring your own. For prints, you can easily order directly from your final gallery.

You can inquire and book directly through my inquiry form. I look forward to hearing from you!

Expect a collaborative experience, not a typical portrait session.

Whether it's a child-led family session or a wedding, I blend subtle posing with photo-documentary style to authentically tell your story. I aim to document your day with honesty, experimentation, creativity, and care.

Creative brainstorming sessions are encouraged to make your experience truly special.

• Trust: Trust the process, yourself, and me. Let go of expectations and embrace the moment.

• Light & Location: Natural light is one of my favorite things. For weddings, consider scheduling your ceremony about an hour before sunset or positioning the sun behind you. For getting ready shots, sit near a window to capture that beautiful natural light.

• Meaningful Locations: Choose locations that resonate with you. Whether it's your home or a favorite spot, authenticity speaks so much more than performance.

• For Families with Young Children: In-home sessions are wonderful. They allow children to feel comfortable and showcase their personalities.

Typically, you'll receive 50–75 edited images per hour of hybrid film and digital photography coverage. For weddings with a second photographer, this number may be higher.

On average, galleries are delivered within 4-6 weeks of your session or 8-12 weeks of your wedding depending on the time of year. You'll receive a notification when your gallery is ready for viewing

Should you need your photographs quickly, I do have a “rush delivery” option which is an additional fee.

Nope! RAW files are not an accurate representation of my work and I consider it an unfinished product. I deliver professionally edited color and black & white images.

By hiring me, you trust my vision to capture you and your loved ones authentically. I don’t re-edit photos after the session or switch black & white and color versions. If you have preferences, please share them before the session. Also, kindly avoid editing or adding filters to the images I provide.

Late starts may reduce your session time, as I can’t always accommodate delays. Please plan to arrive on time for your scheduled session.