Big Sur, California Sunset Anniversary Session // Kristen & Chris
When Kristen and Chris asked me to photograph them for their 9-year anniversary I couldn't wait! Kristen and I worked together to make sure her vision came to be, from outfits, makeup, and location they nailed it. Formal outfits in wild rustic locations will always have my heart. As we hiked across Big Sur, over rocks and lots of wild waves people loved to shout congratulations. I usually suggest couples wear shoes that are comfortable and minimal, and outfits that complement the color scheme of the location. These two are permanent friends and such a lovely couple to photograph.
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If you’ve been dreaming of an elopement that feels both nostalgic and wildly free, a vintage car beach elopement in California might be exactly what you’re looking for. There’s something undeniably cinematic about the combination of salt air, windswept cliffs, and a beautifully restored classic car—it transforms your wedding day into a story that feels like it’s been lived a hundred times before, yet entirely your own.
As a California elopement photographer, I’m seeing more couples lean into this blend of retro romance and coastal adventure, and it’s easy to understand why.