This 2026 guide walks you through exactly how to plan a City Hall wedding, including ceremony options, timelines, photo tips, and ideas to make your day feel personal and unforgettable.

A Chatham Bars Inn wedding deserves photography that feels as elegant and effortless as the Cape Cod coastline. With a laid-back California style and a love for natural light, I document weddings at CBI with a blend of coastal romance, candid emotion, and refined simplicity. If you're dreaming of timeless, elevated imagery by the water, this is where your story begins.

Nestled in the rolling hills of Carmel Valley, Stonepine Estate is the kind of place that feels plucked from a European dream — where terracotta rooftops, sun-drenched courtyards, and golden light set the stage for an effortlessly elegant celebration.

This San Francisco engagement session ended just as it should have—with a spontaneous plunge into the Pacific.

A timeless Chatham Bars Inn wedding blending West Coast ease with Cape Cod tradition, photographed by Elizabeth Pishal.

From barefoot strolls on the shoreline to celebrating with cocktails under swaying palms, The Beach House captures the essence of romance and island beauty all in one place.

Considering a courthouse wedding in the Bay Area? The Marin County Civic Center is an architectural gem and a beautiful place to say “I do.” Here’s everything you need to know—step-by-step—to plan your civil ceremony.

A soft, documentary-style boudoir session in San Francisco’s Sunset District designed to celebrate your beauty, confidence, and individuality. Perfect for brides or anyone ready to honor themselves in this season of life—with natural light, film, and a little bit of magic.