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Commerical Media Production

Photo + Video Production for Multi-Site Church // Refinery Church

During our initial vision meeting with the leaders and pastors of Refinery Church, they shared their heart and passion for people. They wanted to see the warm, welcoming environment that they try to create across their multiple campuses in the Central Valley — to...

Photo + Video Production for Anthem Church // Boston, MA

Along with a diverse photo gallery, we produced a series of testimony videos for Anthem Church so that they could harness the power of real stories to invite people into their church. The stories we captured were honest and down-to-earth, and focused on communicating authenticity.

Branding Photo + Video for Rippl Studio // Bass Lake, CA Media Production

When we heard from Lex Peters about her upcoming launch of her new branding studio, we were so excited to partner with her. We worked to create stunning photo and video content for her own brand, and we went all out in creativity for this one. We worked with Lex to…

Commercial Photography for G’s Creamery Ice Cream Shop

We were so thrilled to work with what is now one of our favorite local ice cream shops. G’s Creamery is one of the most stylistically pleasing and creative ice cream spots that we’ve seen, and their ice cream is definitely worthy of a visit. The aesthetic of this store is fun and light, and we loved capturing…

Commercial Photography for Local College // California Christian College

We were honored to have the opportunity to create unique, original imagery for California Christian College. In partnership with Bedford & Co., who designed their beautiful website, we worked to capture photography telling the story of California Christian...

Photo + Video Production for Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt Fresno

We worked with the frozen yogurt franchise Menchie’s to create beautiful photo and video for their social media monthly strategy. We visited their stores regularly each month to get new content over the course of 6 months. We shot a new set of photos each month that we visited…

The Story of Hi Top Coffee // Photo and Video Production

Imagine this familiar scene… You walk through a door, and your senses are instantly wrapped in a warm hug. The aroma of freshly ground coffee wafts through the air, and the sounds of life awaken a new energy in you. Murmuring voices fill the room, and an undercurrent...

Wellness Revival // Commercial Photo for Wellness Gym in Fresno, CA

Wellness Revival was started in 2018 by four friends on different health journeys but all with the same heart and passion for true wellness.When all hope is lost, who do you turn to? When your family is falling apart and you can’t see how you’re going to make it...

Commercial Product Photography for Earth Science Skincare

We captured commercial product photos for Earth Science Natural Skincare, that they have used on their website and in their online promotions of their product. They sent the materials over to us by mail, and we captured beautiful flatlay shots of their different offerings.

The Meat Up // Photo and Video for Local Butcher Shop in Fresno, CA

The Meat Up is a neighborhood butcher and meat store located in the heart of California’s Central Valley. We worked with them to produce amazing photo and video of their process and their story, so that they could better deliver their message to…

Media Production for CLF Church in Raleigh, North Carolina

Media Production for CLF Church in Raleigh, North Carolina

We created a feature video to showcase how God is working through CLF Church. In addition to this video, we crafted a suite of evergreen content, featuring the pillars of CLF Church, that they will be able to use in their online outreach and media marketing for as long as possible.

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WEDDINGS, COUPLES + Families

Breanna + Eric // Kings Canyon National Park Engagement Photos

“There’s this spot on the side of the road where we always stop to slow dance to this one song…” Breanna described the special memory with a smile. I’d asked her where she hoped to capture photographs of her and Eric, her new fiancé, and she chose a few significant...

Katie + Sam // Downtown City Wedding Photography in Fresno, California

When Eric and I first met up with Katie and Sam at a local coffee shop, we were instantly drawn to them as a couple. Their charm was refreshing and genuine, and they were a perfect mix of warmth and coolness -- Katie, a teacher, with her bubbly personality, joyful...

Backyard Family Portraits in Fresno, CA // Anderson Family

We shot these portrait family photos in the family home and backyard of the Anderson family. We visited them around sunset, and made our way into their backyard to capture stunning family photos in the golden summer light.

Matt + Amanda // Stunning Engagement Session in Morro Bay, Ca

We travelled to one of our favorite shooting locations to capture the love of Matt and Amanda. We started the shoot in front of Morro Rock alongside the shore, and then moved southward to Montaña de Oro State Park to shoot on the beach and along the dunes. Matt and Amanda are such a sweet couple…

Intimate In-Home Family Session // Evie + Collin Crain

This shoot was a special one. Evie and Collin are such a sweet couple, and we’ve shot their photos many times over the years. Once they brought home their first child, June, we were so excited to capture the new love that they had together. We spent time in their home to capture the romantic…

Romantic Pismo Beach Family Photos // Kylee + Gabe Gonzalez

The beach sand was warm on our bare feet as we took these beautiful photos of the Gonzalez family. Kylee and Gabe have been our clients for years now; we’ve shot their engagement photos, wedding, maternity and…

Vanessa + Justin // Wedding Photo and Film in Idaho Springs, Colorado

When Vanessa and Justin told us they loved camping, adventuring, and the great outdoors, we knew that we were the right fit for their wedding. When they told us they we having their wedding deep in the woods of Colorado, we were ready to buy flights that same day.For...

Jeff + Yvett // Romantic Photoshoot in Santa Cruz, CA

Jeff and Yvett are two of the kindest, most caring souls you’ll ever meet.I (Kailyn) photographed their elopement back in 2016, and three years later, on a chilly autumn afternoon, Eric and I rendezvoused with them at the same magical spot in Aptos where they got...

Golden Hour Family Portraits // Lost Lake Park, Fresno CA

At Lost Lake, just outside of Fresno California, we met with the Dyer family to shoot their family portraits in the golden light of the sunset. The Dyers are a beautiful family and the four of them were a pleasure to spend time with during their shoot. We captured photos of each of them individually…

Golden Hour Sky Harbor Engagement Photos // Katelyn + Aaron

Katelyn and Aaron wanted to shoot their engagement photos right in the area where they actually did get engaged, and we were happy to accommodate. Their shoot was romantic, intimate, and bathed in the golden light of the sunset.

Heartwarming Naval Aviator Homecoming Photos // Lemoore, CA

Heartwarming Naval Aviator Homecoming Photos // Lemoore, CA

In Lemoore, California, we had the honor and privilege of capturing a naval aviator homecoming. This is the beautiful and heartwarming event in which naval aviators are reunited with their loved ones after long periods of time away from home in the service. The families cheered in excitement for…

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Matt + Amanda // Stunning Engagement Session in Morro Bay, Ca

Matt + Amanda // Stunning Engagement Session in Morro Bay, Ca

We travelled to one of our favorite shooting locations to capture the love of Matt and Amanda. We started the shoot in front of Morro Rock alongside the shore, and then moved southward to Montaña de Oro State Park to shoot on the beach and along the dunes. Matt and Amanda are such a sweet couple…

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Headshots + seniors

Spring Senior Portraits at Tesoro Viejo // Class of 2022

At Tesoro Viejo, a little community in Madera, California, we captured Taylor’s senior portraits in the spring sunset. The colors of the shoot were green, yellow, black and brown, and we love the aesthetic this portraits give off. We love taking senior portraits because it is such a special time of youthfulness and excitement for graduating seniors…

Classical Pianist Senior Portraits in Salem, Oregon // Class of 2021

In Salem, Oregon, we shot senior portraits for Trinity, a classical pianists who wanted to capture her passion in her photos. We took photos of her sitting in front of her grand piano as she played beautiful  music, and we ventured outside to take more dreamy portraits in the autumn sunlight.

Lewis Creek Trail Portraits Session // Emily at Corlieu Falls

We took a quick trip to the Lewis Creek Trail, just north of Oakhurst, California on the way up to Yosemite National Park to capture individual portraits for Emily in the early morning sunlight. We visited Corlieu Falls, and Emily was able to bring her tea party props to capture a vibe unique to her personality.

Headshots for Realtor Viviana Figueroa // Fresno, California

We partnered with local realtor Viviana Figueroa to shoot branding headshots and stylized marketing photos for her business. Taking to the streets of downtown Fresno, Viviana brought props and different elements to convey her brand personality in her photos. With this photos, she is able to better represent herself online through her business brand. 

Artistic Senior Portraits in San Francisco // Class of 2022

We took a trip to the bay area in California to shoot Aubrey’s senior portraits. She wanted to capture an artistic and vintage aesthetic in her photos, and she wanted to showcase some of her favorites spots in the city. To book your own senior portraits, please visit the portraits page on our website to get started.

Branding Headshots for Everett O’Keefe // Old Town Clovis, CA

Everett O’Keefe got in touch with us to capture some professional photo headshots. In line with his publishing company brand, he wanted to capture photos utilizing the theme of literature, knowledge, and the arts. We shot in Old Town Clovis which was a perfect area to communicate Everett’s branding goals.

Millerton Lake Senior Portraits // Class of 2021

We took Megan’s senior portraits at the old Fresno Courthouse above Millerton Lake, just outside the City of Fresno. The scene was epic and expansive and full of life, and the pictures we we are able to get were some of our favorites from this location. To book your own senior portraits, get in touch with us on the bottom of the portraits page.

Motorcycle Senior Portraits in Fresno, CA // Class of 2022

We shot senior photos of Caleb Coppola in Downtown Fresno, California. In his portraits, Caleb wanted to feature a classy outfit alongside some photos with his prized possession: his motorcycle.

Fresno State Senior Portraits // Class of 2021

Ashley's Senior Portraits Fresno State Graduation Photos y'know, Hard Work Pays Off. We shot Ashley's senior photos on the campus of Fresno State University, the school she graduated from in the spring of 2021. After years of studying for exams, turning in homework,...
Branding Headshots for Everett O’Keefe // Old Town Clovis, CA

Branding Headshots for Everett O’Keefe // Old Town Clovis, CA

Everett O’Keefe got in touch with us to capture some professional photo headshots. In line with his publishing company brand, he wanted to capture photos utilizing the theme of literature, knowledge, and the arts. We shot in Old Town Clovis which was a perfect area to communicate Everett’s branding goals.

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Artistic Senior Portraits in San Francisco // Class of 2022

Artistic Senior Portraits in San Francisco // Class of 2022

We took a trip to the bay area in California to shoot Aubrey’s senior portraits. She wanted to capture an artistic and vintage aesthetic in her photos, and she wanted to showcase some of her favorites spots in the city. To book your own senior portraits, please visit the portraits page on our website to get started.

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Lewis Creek Trail Portraits Session // Emily at Corlieu Falls

Lewis Creek Trail Portraits Session // Emily at Corlieu Falls

We took a quick trip to the Lewis Creek Trail, just north of Oakhurst, California on the way up to Yosemite National Park to capture individual portraits for Emily in the early morning sunlight. We visited Corlieu Falls, and Emily was able to bring her tea party props to capture a vibe unique to her personality.

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Behind the Scenes

3 Tips for Planning an Engagement Proposal from Wedding Photographers

As married wedding photographers and filmmakers, we know the ropes when it comes to planning the best kind of engagement proposal. Here’s the top three must-know things for planning a great proposal for your future bride…

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