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Engagement

Kelly + Will
Romantic Balboa Park Engagement Session

SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA Balboa Park is my favorite place in San Diego. In fact, had we not eloped, it’s probably where would have gotten married. Whenever I have a Balboa Park Engagement Session, I get to play tour guide and it might be my favorite thing ever. That’s exactly what I did for Kelly and […]

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San Diego Backyard Luxury Wedding

Wedding

Sara + Rob’s Tuscan Villa Inspired Wedding

RANCHO SANTA FE, CALIFORNIA The backdrop for Sara and Rob’s joyous and elegant California wedding was none other than Rob’s own childhood home! The couple, who currently reside in New York City, agreed that there’s truly no place like home. That’s right, they utilized every nook and cranny of the Tuscan-style residence to bring family […]

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Surprise Proposal Sunset Cliffs

Proposal

Amanda + Ramona
Sunset Cliffs Proposal

SUNSET CLIFFS It’s obvious why Sunset Cliffs in San Diego is such a popular spot for proposals, its scenic and romantic views of the Pacific Ocean at sunset are quite breathtaking. With its stunning sunsets, rocky cliffs, and serene atmosphere it makes the perfect backdrop to profess your love and devotion to that special someone. […]

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Galia Lahav Wedding Gown

Editorial

Elegant Sunstone Villa Wedding

SANTA YNEZ, CALIFORNIA Thinking about having an elegant Sunstone Villa Wedding? You’ve come to the right place to help sway your decision! Santa Ynez Valley is a wine-producing region located in Santa Barbara County, California. It is known for producing a diverse range of wines, including Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Syrah, among others. The region […]

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Solana Beach Engagement Session

Engagement

Hollie + Jason
Solana Beach Engagement

SOLANA BEACH, CALIFORNIA Engagement Pictures on the Beach with Film: A Timeless Treasure I absolutely loved this engagement session with Hollie and Jason. First of all, Azalea from Wild and Behold florals understood the assignment! I was obsessed with this bouquet and just how perfectly it matched Hollie’s dress. This session was also one of […]

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Mandy Ford Co. Branding

Brands

Mandy Ford Co. Branding Session

SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA When the Queen of Marketing and Business, Mandy Ford, reached out to me to photograph her, I couldn’t have been more excited. I hear people ask all the time, do I REALLY need to do this? Branding is a crucial aspect of any business, as it represents the face and personality of […]

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San Diego Maternity Session at the Beach

Maternity

Lindsay + Garrett Sun-drenched Maternity Session

SOLANA BEACH, CALIFORNIA This sun-drenched maternity session on the beach was so special to me! I’ve known Lindsay since she was 13 years old, when she was 16 I did her makeup for prom! Now it’s 10 years later and she’s a wonderful momma of three. She had twins in that big basketball belly if […]

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Balboa Park San Diego Engagement Session

Engagement

Jackie + Jared
Balboa Park Engagement

SAN DIEGO Jackie and Jared’s Balboa Park engagement is hands down one of my favorite sessions of all time. Balboa Park is the perfect backdrop for romance. The history, the architecture, the beauty…it was made for lovers. If you spend any amount of time with Jackie and Jared you can just see the love these […]

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Bridal Boudoir

Boudoir

Fine Art Film Bridal Boudoir

SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA “You will not understand the power and beauty of your youth until they’ve faded, but trust me, in 20 years you’ll look back at photos of yourself and recall in a way you can’t grasp now, how much possibility lay before you and how fabulous you really looked.” -Baz Luhrmann FINE ART […]

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Family Session on Film

Lifestyle

San Diego Beach Family Session

SOLANA BEACH, CALIFORNIA If your walls could talk, they’d tell you they’re lonely. Let’s get your home the gallery wall it deserves and give your photos a life beyond your phone. San Diego is known for its stunning beaches and incredible weather, making it the perfect destination for families to spend quality time together. So […]

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ABOUT VANESSA

There's no place like home. Ever-focused on beauty and the thrilling art of creation; believing that photographs make time travel possible. 

My grandmother gave me my most prized possession the day I graduated high school. An album filled with photographs taken over her lifetime, dating back to the 1930's. A collective chronicling her life, my parents growing up, and my childhood. It's irreplaceable and nothing will ever be as meaningful. It became my 'why' and led me to pursue a college degree in photography, hoping to give this same gift to others.

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