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Commerical Media Production

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.

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 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...

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…

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...

Photo + Video for Speech Pathologist in Visalia // Speech Pathways

Have you ever wondered what it would feel like not to have a voice?Imagine not being able to communicate with the people you love -- not to be heard or understood. Think how small and powerless you’d feel. If anyone understands this plight, it’s Deborah DeLong, who...

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 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...

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.

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…

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

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.

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.

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...

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…

Denika + Avery // An Earthy Wedding in the Hills of Evergreen, Colorado

When our plane landed in Denver around 10 pm, we were more than ready to begin our wedding photography adventure. Since we arrived a day or two before the wedding, we were able to capture the preparation leading up to the special day. Adventure Wedding in Colorado...

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...

Sunset Ventura Beach Engagement Photos // Eden + Mitchell

We were more than thrilled to shoot Eden and Mitchell’s engagement photos in Ventura Beach, California. After arriving at the beach, we went on a walk to some bright green trees where Eden and Mitchell were able to make themselves feel…

Family Portraits in Old Town Clovis, CA // Carlson Family

In Old Town Clovis, California we met with the Carlson family to capture beautiful autumn family portraits in this beautiful part of the city. The Carlson’s are such a fun and lively family, and we caught their personality and love for each other in their portraits.

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...

Hannah + Kyler // Yosemite Valley Elopement Photo and Film

Hannah + Kyler Intimate Elopement in Yosemite Valley Under El Capitan and Tea Party in the Woods Photography and FilmHannah and Kyler put on a dreamy wilderness wedding elopement on the Yosemite Valley floor.   Underneath the towering El Capitan, they said their...
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

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.

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,...

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.

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.

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.

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.

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. 

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…

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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