john & audrey, a coastal microwedding on the cliffs of Mendocino

and when I left, I knew them. And I saw their lives so rich and full and their joy in abundance while the world was on pause.

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ashley & hunter

the windiest day, atop a hill in rolling-green-texas. sunshine on everything, the world was quiet and hunter made good on a promise, true to his word, 2020 would be their year.

Engaged, PortraitsLauren ApelMarch 19, 2020engagements, engagement outfit inspo, Engagements, denton engagement photographer, Elopement Photographer, elopement photographer, destination elopement photographer, destination elopement, american gothic engagement Comment

jordan & mike : the LINE hotel

it was a perfect day. quiet. overlooking the hollywood sign, and griffith. soft grey sky in the morning, mysterious coastal fog sunset in the evening. no bridal party. no traditions they felt they had to adhere to--just vows on a rooftop. brunch in a tent. and then, the beach.