Northern California Wedding Photographer

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Storytelling, elegant, joy-filled, intentional photographs

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Hi friend! I’m glad you’re here!

You’ve a found yourself here because you’re searching for the photographer, someone who will capture you exactly as you’ve always envisioned. You’re in the right place if you’re looking for someone who will:

  • Put you instantly at ease

  • Capture your love story with authenticity and artistry

  • Balance direction with candid, in-the-moment photos

  • Be both your biggest cheerleader and trusted friend

  • Anticipate your needs before you even speak them

  • Deliver joyful, natural, true-to-color images

  • Perfectly balance color, warmth, and light

  • Create photographs you’ll treasure, both the moment you receive them and decades from now

I invite you to explore my packages and galleries, and reach out if you’d like to chat about your wedding or session. I would be honored to get to know you and beautifully tell your story.

Welcome, I’m Christa

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  • “Look no further. Christa is the BEST human to capture your special day and be there for all the things along the way. I first met Christa as a bridesmaid in my friend’s wedding, and I knew she’d be my top choice for our wedding (I wasn’t even engaged yet). So when the day came to lock down a venue, I checked to make sure Christa was available and she was the perfect match for us! From our first phone call, to covering our rehearsal dinner & best day ever, to all the email communications in between—Christa was a dream to work with. She is so incredibly talented, a great communicator, and will deliver the best gallery capturing all the big and small moments of you & your partner and all your favorite people. And the cherry on top, Christa is so kind and bubbly, and she makes you feel so comfortable throughout the day. Organic, beautiful photos and experiences that we will cherish forever. Thank you Christa!!!!”

    Kate & Hans VanderWel

Let’s Capture Your Story

Your wedding day will be filled with moments that pass in a heartbeat, but photography is one of the only things that will last beyond the day itself. These images will be what you share with your children and grandchildren, the way they’ll feel the joy, the love, and the magic of your day as if they were there.

Your photographs will allow friends and family to relive the celebration, and they’ll let those who couldn’t attend experience it in a personal way. They are the keepsake that preserves the beauty of your dress, the florals, the emotion in your vows, and the laughter of your loved ones.

When the day is over, the images remain, telling your story for a lifetime. My role is to ensure every meaningful detail and fleeting moment is captured beautifully.

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