above all, love.

Southern California documentary wedding & elopement photography for couples who believe in intentional gatherings and meaningful places.

Available worldwide
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Starting At $2,300
Starting At $2,300
A newly married couple walking hand in hand on an empty road during sunset, with the bride in a white lace wedding dress and the groom in a black suit, smiling at each other.
A couple walking on a dirt path through a golden grassy field with mountains in the background during sunset.
Black and white photo of a couple kissing outdoors with mountains in the background, sunlight shining behind them.
A bride and groom walking together outdoors in a garden, surrounded by greenery and flowers, with the bride in a white wedding gown and veil, and the groom in a black tuxedo and bow tie, enjoying a moment together.
A couple stands on a rock outdoors, with trees in the background, sharing a moment on their wedding day. The groom has a beard and is in a vest and white shirt, holding the bride's hand. The bride has long hair, wears a white top and a layered skirt,
A bride, dressed in a wedding gown and veil, hugs her parents outdoors during her wedding moment.
A couple embracing on a rocky ledge with mountains in the background during sunset.
A bride holding a bouquet of pink and white flowers during a wedding ceremony outdoors, surrounded by bridesmaids in pastel dresses, with green trees in the background.

hello,

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I’m Phil. For nearly a decade, photography has helped me hold onto moments as warm reminders of the seasons I’ve walked through. Like reading pages in a well-worn journal, marked by time.

To me, the photographs that matter most are the ones that bring you back not just to how it looked, but to how it felt.

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Dive deeper
Dive deeper
Black and white photo of delicate fabric with small floral embellishments on a dark wooden surface.
A large mountain with dark, steep slopes and a small cluster of white buildings with red roofs at its base, situated near a body of water.
A large waterfall surrounded by lush green vegetation with a bird flying near the mist.
Silhouette of hands fingers touching against a moonlit sky.
A romantic moment between a bride and groom at sunset, with the groom gently holding the bride's face as they touch noses. The bride is wearing a white wedding dress and a decorative headband, and has tattoos on her arm. The sky is cloudy with warm hues from the setting sun.

philosophy

Weddings tell their own tale.

Champagne may spill. Dresses pick up dirt. People hug a little tighter than usual. And, none of it needs to be directed.

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My role isn’t to create moments, but to notice them. At the end of the day, photographs are more than memories. They are reminders of love, of presence, of a life shared.

Black and white photo of a wedding celebration with a smiling bride and groom in the center, surrounded by guests, some holding phones, with bubbles floating in the air.

in their words

A bride and groom sharing a kiss outdoors during sunset, with trees, grass, and a small body of water in the background.
A woman wearing a wedding dress and veil is standing outdoors in a mountainous area, wiping away tears and holding a piece of paper, during her wedding ceremony with a man in formal attire.

“Phil is truly one of the most talented photographers we’ve ever met. His eye for detail and ability to capture real, meaningful moments is unmatched.  He is professional, communicative, and clearly pours his heart into his work. We wouldn’t hesitate for a second to fly him out again to capture another major life event.”

Grace & Charles

“It was important to us to have someone who could capture both the dramatic Sierra landscape and the intimacy of our elopement, and he absolutely nailed it. Phil understood that fly fishing the small creek was a meaningful part of our day and captured it beautifully. With only a small amount of reference, he delivered far beyond what we hoped for.”

Sydney & Chris

A couple exchanging vows during their wedding ceremony, with the bride smiling at the groom, in a modern indoor setting with guests watching.

"Phil has been our go-to photographer for years. We’ve had the privilege of having him capture our most special moments, from college graduations and engagements to our wedding and now our newly expanded family. He is punctual, organized, and helps you develop a clear vision for your photos. We were particularly impressed by his ability to manage the chaos of two large sets of family portraits on our wedding day. Even our wedding planner was impressed by his efficiency, which kept us perfectly on schedule. We would recommend him to anyone."

Joann & Sam

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Group of people at a wedding celebration outdoors, with some sitting at a banquet table and others standing, smiling, and holding flowers, with trees and decorative lampposts in the background.
A bride and groom stand on a wooden bridge surrounded by lush greenery, with the bride holding a bouquet and the groom leaning casually on the railing, both smiling at each other during their wedding photos.

How i document:

From intimate elopements to full wedding days and destination weekends, coverage is shaped around how your celebration unfolds.

  • From getting ready to the last light of evening, this package is designed to document the whole emotional arc of your day.

    Starting at $3,400 (Limited Time)

  • For celebrations that are small in size but deep in meaning and celebration.

    Starting at $2,300 (Limited Time)

  • Some celebrations can’t be contained in a day. These packages are built intentionally around the full experience.

    Custom proposals begin at $4,200 (Limited Time)

Explore Options
Explore Options

Even if it’s just a conversation, I’d love to hear about your journey, plans, and how I can be of help.

Let’s start here

A woman and man outdoors on a trail in a mountainous area, with the woman holding a bouquet of flowers, both smiling.
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