Samantha x Adrian

Crystal Cove State Park

A session at Crystal Cove, a celebration of love set against the raw beauty of the California coast. The waves crashed gently against the shore, their rhythm echoing the quiet strength of their bond. Crystal Cove, with its windswept cliffs, golden sands, and rustic charm, seemed like it was waiting just for them—a place where the sea met the sky and their love met eternity.

They wandered along the shoreline, their footsteps leaving fleeting imprints in the damp sand, soon washed away by the tide. Samantha’s laughter carried on the breeze, her radiant presence lighting up the overcast sky. Adrian, steady and grounded, walked by her side, his gaze soft but full of intent, as though every moment mattered when shared with her.
The session moved through the heart of Crystal Cove’s charm. Weathered cottages stood as quiet sentinels to a simpler time, their faded colors and rustic details adding a touch of nostalgia to the day. Samantha and Adrian lingered here, their love blending seamlessly with the history around them. The cliffs rose majestically behind them, and the sea stretched endlessly ahead, framing their connection in a way that felt infinite.
The soft crash of the waves and the call of distant seabirds provided the perfect soundtrack to their story. They laughed, they embraced, they shared quiet moments where no words were needed. Each glance, each touch, seemed to weave their love into the very fabric of the place, as if the cove itself bore witness to their bond.

Samantha and Adrian’s engagement was more than just capturing their love—it was about honoring the journey they’ve shared and the life they’re building together. Crystal Cove, with its natural beauty and  charm, became more than a setting but a part of their story, a reflection of a love as vast and enduring as the ocean itself.

We had the pleasure of working with Chris for our engagement photos, wedding photos and our wedding video, and we couldn't be happier with the results. From the initial consultation to the final delivery of our photos and video, Chris was professional, attentive, and incredibly talented. You can tell he genuinely loves what he does & it shows through his work. He took the time to get to know us & was sure to understand our vision for our pictures and video. Throughout whole process, communication with Chris was always easy, and he got back to us very quickly answering any questions or concerns that we had. With every session, Chris captured our special moments with such creativity and attention to detail. He made us feel comfortable and at ease, which easily made the candid shots our absolute favorite pictures. We were blown away by how beautifully his whole team captured the atmosphere and not only our emotions, but our loved ones as well. The turnaround time for receiving our photos was within the timeline stated on our contract, and the presentation of the final product was stunning. We’re so grateful that we got to know & work with Chris, and forever grateful for him for capturing our day so perfectly!

— Kylie + Joshua

Chris and his team did a beyond amazing job on not just our engagement and wedding photos but our wedding video as well! We shared our wedding film numerous times, and every one always falls in love with it. Chris made us feel so comfortable expressing our vision of what we were looking for in our wedding video and photography vision. There was never any request he was not open too. When we expressed we wanted super 8 film, as well as 35mm film, he explained in great detail how it would look, and the process of it all, and we knew he was the right choice to go with! Chris and his team were extremely professional, and helped guide us through the day. Posing us, taking our input into consideration, and making sure we had fun on our day! Even with heavy mist in San Francisco, Chris and his team made our wedding photography and video a 10/10 experience! Our photography and video are amazing, it’s beyond beautiful! We could not thank you enough! There is no doubt that it was worth the investment. Every second of this film, and every beautiful piece of audio, filled our hearts with absolute joy! We are forever thankful for choosing Chris!

— Alex + Sheldon

Having Chris as our photographer was amazing! I am super awkward and uncomfortable in front of a camera and I thought all the photos of me and my partner would come out looking the same way as I felt…awkward. But Chris was so so helpful making me loosen up and relax and made taking pictures together really fun! He would help us in posing and also being candid and making everything flow. I was completely blown away by the pictures he sent! I still have his photos as my background I am obsessed. When he showed me the video version of our shoot, I cried the entire time. It is such a nice memory to have in motion like that. 100000/10 would recommend.

— Hannah + Mat

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