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Commerical Media Production

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...

Online Show for Magnolia’s Yarden and Bloom TV Network

We worked with Danielle from Magnolia’s Yarden to craft a series of high-end professionals videos that she was able to publish with an online network entitled Bloom TV. Danielle’s dream was to share expert information on her craft with the world, and to partner with the network Bloom TV to accomplish this.

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.

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…

The Story of Conner Logistics // Video Production and Photo

That Christmas morning feeling I get when a package arrives on my doorstep never gets old. Like magic, we can have nearly anything we want handed to us while we relax in the comfort of our homes -- sometimes within a few hours. But have you ever stopped to imagine the...

The Story of Good Dirt // Media Production for Pottery Studio in Fresno, CA

We partnered with Good Dirt Pottery Studio in Fresno, California to help them to better communicate their message. We captured still commercial photography throughout their studio to feature all of the ways in which they bring value to their community. We also created a video for them, to use in telling their story online.

Promotional Video for Blue Chair Communications // Fresno, CA

We created a short promotional video for Blue Chair Communications. Blue Chair is a PR and an online communications agency that focuses on targeted campaigns and strategy building to help businesses and non-profits with their online messaging.

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...

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...

The Story of Safe Families for Children // Video Production and Photo for Non-Profit

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 through -- is there any way out? Safe Families for Children believes there should be a solution for struggling families other than simply giving...
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

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…

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.

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…

Evie + Collin // Winter Engagement Session in Shaver Lake, CA

We took Evie and Collin’s engagement photos in the winter wonderland of Shaver Lake, California. Their shoot was beautiful and adventurous as we did our best to keep warm and dry, and we were thrilled that the forest-scape was blanketed in snow.

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…

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...

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...

Denika + Avery // Evergreen, Colorado Couple Portraits

Evergreen Again In May of this year, we had the opportunity to fly back to the colorful state to film a cooking show and exercise program for DIRECTV, and it was a joy to reunite with our friends at Denika’s childhood home in Evergreen. She and her husband are...

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...

Moody Couple Portraits at Glacier Point Yosemite // Jake + Kendall

Because we live so close to Yosemite National Park, it makes it easy to take a quick trip there for some incredible couple photos. The valley and the highlands have such amazing landmark spots for shooting beautiful portraits, and we’re so fond of the experience of shooting in this area.

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

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.

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,...

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.

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…

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. 

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.

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.

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.

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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