Some love stories begin with a first date. J and B’s started in sixth grade. After years of growing up together, moving from Michigan to Los Angeles, traveling the world, and building a life side by side, they chose an intimate Big Sur California elopement to celebrate the next chapter of their story.

Whether you’re planning an intimate elopement in the mountains or a vibrant wedding at a historic venue, the photography style shapes how your story is told.

At its heart, documentary vs staged wedding photography is about the level of direction your photographer brings to your day