I’ve always been drawn to how small details carry big meaning; the way a glance, a gesture, or a shift in light can hold the entire feeling of a moment. That attention to the delicate and the real is at the heart of how I photograph weddings. With a background in wedding coordination and a foundation in studio art, I move through the day with steadiness, preparation, and creativity.

I photograph with both film and digital systems to achieve imagery that feels cinematic, tactile, and, above all, honest. My work balances artistry with authenticity. Not staging for its own sake, but creating space for meaningful, candid moments to unfold.

On the wedding day I’m both present and observant, a steadying presence who prioritizes the feelings that make your wedding uniquely yours. Nostalgia is the language I aim for: images that age with you, that still evoke the same warmth and delight years from now.

For me, the beauty of a wedding lies not only in its aesthetics but in the relationships and rhythms that shape it. My role is to preserve those fleeting hours so they remain tangible, timeless, and unmistakably yours.

About bella

What feelings do you want to return to, again and again? Let's document them.

Santa barbara and Beyond

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