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Hi there! I'm Ariel, a Los Angeles wedding photographer. Welcome to my blog where you'll find bite sized nuggets of wedding advice on how to make your dream wedding a reality. Planning a wedding can be overwhelming, but it doesn't have to be. I'm here to here to be your guide through the wedding planning process.

A little about me: I was born and raised in Savannah, GA but now live in the greater LA area with my husband two boys. I'm inspired by all things French fashion and old world everything—books, architecture, music... The sounds of Johnny Mercer, Tony Bennett and Ella Fitzgerald fill my home. Oh, and I love a good romance.

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Hi there! I'm Ariel, a Los Angeles wedding photographer. Welcome to my blog where you'll find bite sized nuggets of wedding advice on how to make your dream wedding a reality.

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Are engagement photos important?

Whether you’re getting married in a city that I service (basically all of CA, Savannah, GA and the Low Country) or a gorgeous destination, an engagement session is the perfect opportunity for us to get to know eachother…

couple standing on the sand in front of the rocks with the light pouring in at el matador beach in malibu ca during golden hour girl is wearing a short white dress and man is wearing a light blue shirt and white shorts taken my magnolia west photography best wedding photographer in malibu

Engagements

El Matador Beach Engagement Photos + Permit Requirements

El Matador Beach is a popular destination in Malibu to take engagement photos. Nestled into a cove on the Pacific, the light is dreamy and the cliffs are majestic.

Engagements

Sunset Romance: El Matador Beach Engagement Session

As the sun dipped behind the rocks, the magical scenery of El Matador Beach set the stage for an unforgettable and intimate experience.

Venues

Griffith Observatory Engagement Photos

Looking for a beautiful, romanitic, iconic Los Angeles location for your engagement photos? I have the perfect spot for you!

playful couple during engagement photos in joshua tree national park

Engagements

Joshua Tree Engagement Photos

Lizzy and Gavin are getting married in a few months and wanted engagement photos in Joshua Tree National Park to include on their save-the dates and wedding invitations.