I’ve had the opportunity to capture the Paquin family in Monterey California the last 5 years and I love seeing how everyone has grown from year to year. These three kiddos are the sweetest things ever, and so well-behaved! Anna does a really good job printing her images and I can’t wait to see what she ends up printing this year!
Explore Sarah & Eli’s Carmel elopement, from Pebble Beach and Villa Mara to a cliffside Big Sur ceremony, vintage picnic, and dancing in the caves.
Looking for a Crook Point wedding photographer? Discover why this breathtaking Southern Oregon Coast venue is one of my favorite places to photograph intimate weddings and unforgettable celebrations.
Some love stories are best celebrated surrounded by the people who matter most, with the beauty of California's coastline serving as the perfect backdrop. Hannah and James' wedding was exactly that—a heartfelt celebration filled with breathtaking views, meaningful moments, and unforgettable memories. Their day began with an intimate ceremony at Wedding Rock, where they exchanged vows in front of their closest family. Perched above the rugged coastline, Wedding Rock offered sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean, creating a setting that felt both peaceful and awe-inspiring.
Experience Merit & Zack's luxury Big Sur wedding, from getting ready at Post Ranch Inn to a romantic redwood ceremony, meadow portraits, and breathtaking cliffside views.
Explore Lara and Meagan's romantic Pacific Grove engagement session featuring Lovers Point, Lucy's ice cream, Asilomar, and a dreamy sunset among redwoods and meadows.
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Learn how to plan an elopement timeline that feels natural, romantic, and stress-free. Includes real examples for Big Sur, Carmel, and forest elopements.
If you’re wondering what to do for your engagement photos—you’re not alone.
Most couples come in saying:
“We want something natural… but we have no idea where to start.”
The truth is, the best engagement sessions aren’t built around poses.
They’re built around experiences.
At Flora Gibson Photography, I approach engagement sessions like a quiet story unfolding—something you step into, not perform.
Here are ideas that will help your photos feel like you.
