Honest and Relaxed Photography for lovers, families, and friends

Group of people smiling and socializing indoors, one person wearing a hat.
A person looking down from a staircase, with others in the foreground.
Table setting with a green glass vase holding white daisies, a small pot with orange and pink flowers, a pink goblet, and a napkin on a white tablecloth.
Black and white photo of an outdoor wedding ceremony in a forest, with guests seated and a couple standing in front of an officiant.
A couple sitting outdoors at a table during an event, dressed in formal attire, laughing. The table is decorated with flowers, plates, and glasses. There are string lights and lush greenery in the background.
Two women smiling outdoors, one in a white dress with a long veil and the other in a floral dress, with palm trees and an ocean view in the background.
Close-up of red rose petals scattered on the ground with three people's feet partially visible, including bride wearing a sparkly bridal gown and two others in different shoes.
Black and white photo of a smiling couple, with the woman holding a bouquet of flowers and dressed in a wedding gown.
People at an outdoor gathering under a tree, engaged in conversation and holding drinks, with festive lights in the background.
A landscape with grassy hills, a calm body of water, distant rolling mountains, and scattered trees under a hazy sky.
Elegant table setting with a white vase of flowers, tea light candle, and dinnerware on a light tablecloth.
Black and white photo of a wedding ceremony with a bride in a veil and groom in a suit, smiling; officiant and groomsmen are in the background.
Engagement Natural Bridges, Santa Cruz
Tall pine trees with a view of the ocean in the background, surrounded by green foliage.
Two women in robes applying makeup, with a hanging dress in the background, indoors.
Exterior of a house with green doors, windows, and a partial conservatory roof. A wooden bench is in the foreground, surrounded by lawn and hedges. Trees are seen in the background.
A group of four people smiling at a celebration, with a decorated background and the word "Happy" visible. A man in a red shirt holds a baby with a white headband, another man stands next to them in a plaid shirt, and a woman in a blue shirt is besid
A woman sits on a blanket with a baby and a dog in a garden.
Blurry wedding photo of a couple in formal attire with a bouquet of flowers outdoors.
Group of people laughing and enjoying an outdoor meal with drinks on a table surrounded by greenery.
A group of people socializing at an outdoor gathering, with trees and a building in the background.
A couple holding hands outside a city hall building, with ornate doors and architectural details in the background. The image is black and white.
A man in a suit and a woman in a white coat standing in front of a vintage truck, holding hands, outside a building labeled 'Club Cafe Bar.'
Bride in a white dress with veil, holding a bouquet, standing on patio in front of a house with hanging lights.
Candles and flowers on a wooden table
A couple in wedding attire walks through a grassy field with the Golden Gate Bridge in the background.
Black and white image of an outdoor music event with string lights, band performing on stage, and audience watching.
Table with various desserts, including cakes and pastries, served on plates with serving utensils and decorated with cherries; paper cups and napkins on the side.
A person standing on a staircase looking down at people sitting and standing below.
Black and white photo of three people in conversation, with one woman in a floral dress gesturing expressively, a man in a hat and jacket smiling, and another woman with her back to the camera wearing an off-the-shoulder top.
Pregnant couple standing in a grassy field, man with a floral shirt, woman in a pink dress, both holding the woman's belly.
A couple embracing lovingly, with their foreheads touching, in a sunlit outdoor setting. The woman has flowers in her hair and wears a light-colored outfit, while the man wears a dark suit. The background features greenery.
Outdoor dining table with white plates, wine glasses, flower arrangements in glass vases, and lit candles on a wooden surface.
Black and white image of two musicians performing outdoors, one playing drums and the other with a guitar.
Three men in formal attire at an indoor event, smiling and holding drinks, surrounded by a group of people.
Ocean view from a forest with lush green trees and a distant horizon.
A couple in formal attire stands at a decorative railing inside a grand, ornate building.
Small green glass vase with wildflowers on a wooden table
Groom carrying bride on beach, holding bouquet, ocean waves in background.
Fence and horses on a rural ranch landscape with trees and hills in the background. Tennessee Valley Trail in Marin, California.
Eucalyptus trees in a misty forest landscape
A smiling couple in formal attire surrounded by people celebrating with them. They are being showered with red rose petals as they stand outside a building. The man is holding a bouquet of flowers, and others in the background are holding bags. The a
A woman holding a smartphone photographs a white dress on a hanger while another woman in a floral dress smiles. The scene occurs in a room with open windows, revealing greenery outside.
Black and white image of a scenic view with ocean, trees, and a watchtower. Branches and leaves in the foreground frame the scene.
People in formal attire talking in a garden setting.
One man helping another man tie a necktie in a dressing room.
Vintage-style room with wooden beams, vintage chairs, ornate wall decoration, and draped curtains.
People at outdoor event near signpost with directions to "Lily Pad," "Lodge," "Love Shack," and "Bathrooms" in a garden setting.
Black and white photo of a disco ball hanging from a wooden ceiling with people wearing cowboy hats in a decorated venue.
A group of men in white shirts talking at an outdoor event under string lights.
Outdoor gathering by pool, people in formal attire, trees in background.
Bride getting ready with bridesmaids in a room, adjusting her dress, black and white photo.
People embracing at an outdoor gathering, one wearing a white dress, the other in a floral shirt, with others mingling in the background.
Black and white photo of people in robes socializing at a gathering, with one person holding a drink and another using a smartphone near a mirror.
Beige high heels on concrete floor with colorful scattered feathers.
People toasting with drinks at a party, wearing cowboy hats, under string lights in black and white.
Table centerpiece with pink and yellow flowers in a bowl, a lit candle, and a formal dining setup.
Black and white photo of a set dinner table with glassware, a bottle, and flowers. Taken on 35mm film at a backyard wedding in Berkeley California.
A couple standing on a balcony in an elegant building, with the woman in a white dress and the man in a dark suit, embracing each other and looking at the view.
Black and white photo of people wearing robes and interacting with dogs inside a house with floral decor and antique furniture.
A couple standing by a lake with a dog, surrounded by grass and houses in the background. The man is wearing a cap, navy shirt, and shorts, while the woman is in a striped dress, hugging the man. The dog is light-colored and on a leash.
Blurry black and white image of two people interacting indoors.
A bride in a white dress and a groom in a black suit holding hands on a cliff overlooking the ocean.
A pregnant woman in a green dress and denim jacket, a man in a patterned shirt and jeans holding a toddler, walking on a beach near a pier.
Beach scene with ocean waves and clear sky
Black and white photo of a formal dining setup with a long table covered in a white tablecloth, adorned with candles, glassware, and dishes, under a covered outdoor patio with string lights.
Mother holding baby in park
A bouquet of colorful flowers sits on a round black table alongside white sandals, pearl earrings, a ring in a box, and a perfume bottle. The setting appears elegant and organized for a special occasion.
A couple walking a dog in a grassy field with a scenic view of hills and water in the background.
Two-tiered white cake with floral decorations on a cream tablecloth.
A couple in formal attire descending a grand marble staircase.
A group of five women in colorful dresses, holding flower bouquets, standing together on a lawn. They are under a tree, smiling and looking at each other in a pleasant outdoor setting.
A couple with a newborn baby sitting outdoors on grass, surrounded by trees. The father has a beard and tattoo, while the mother holds the baby, both smiling and looking at the child.
Family walking in a park; child holding hands with two adults.
A couple standing on a balcony inside the San Francisco City Hall with large columns and decorative windows.
Man and woman standing together in a forest, facing each other, with sunlight filtering through trees.
A baby in a high chair with a pastel-colored birthday decoration, wearing a pink bib and white bow headband, and with cake on her face. The high chair tray has the word 'one' in decorative letters.
Pregnant woman and man smiling outdoors
People socializing at an outdoor event near The Pelican Inn, with women in colorful dresses and coats on a grass lawn.
A black and white photo of two people standing in front of SF CIty Hall with a large dome and classical architecture.
Bride and groom posing in front of a stone wall, bride wearing a white dress and holding a colorful bouquet, groom in a navy suit.
Black and white photo of people dancing and mingling in an indoor venue with decorative string lights. The setting appears to be festive, possibly a wedding or party. Tables and chairs are visible in the foreground.
A couple smiling and embracing each other, with the man kissing the woman on the cheek. The woman is wearing a white dress with beaded straps and colorful necklaces, and has a tattoo on her shoulder. The background includes greenery.
A black and white photo of a couple standing close together outdoors, with trees in the background. The woman is wearing a white dress and the man is in a suit.
Group of women in dresses posing playfully, with one holding a lace umbrella, another holding a vintage phone, and others with drinks in hand.
Black and white image of a formal dining event with multiple tables and diners, some dressed in formal attire.
A bride and groom sit on a trolley, viewed from behind, with the bride wearing a veil and the groom in a suit. They're looking out at a green, sunny landscape through the open-sided trolley.
Black and white photo of a bride and groom walking together, with the bride holding her bouquet and the groom holding the dress train.
Blurry image of a couple kissing with bright light, person in white holding flowers, garden in background.
Black and white photo of people in formal attire at a social gathering, one man is covering his face.
Bride and groom embracing on stone steps surrounded by greenery and flowers.
Black and white photo of a man in a suit, wearing glasses, being sprayed with cologne on his neck by another person's hand.
People dancing and laughing at an informal gathering, wearing colorful and formal clothing, with a decorative background and warm lighting.
A couple holding hands walks along a tree-lined path with string lights overhead, in a black and white photo.
A serene garden scene with a pond surrounded by lush greenery and trees. Water lilies float on the pond's surface, and ornamental grasses are visible on small islands within the pond. A set of patio furniture is partially visible under a tree in the
Couple embracing on a beach in black and white
A couple walking down the aisle at an outdoor wedding ceremony. The man is wearing a suit with a boutonniere, and the woman is wearing a light-colored dress. They are smiling and surrounded by seated guests, some of whom are smiling and dressed in fo
A bride and groom walking hand-in-hand outdoors, surrounded by greenery. The bride is wearing a white dress and holding a bouquet of colorful flowers. The groom is wearing a light-colored suit. Other people, possibly wedding guests, are walking nearb
Elegant grand staircase in historic building with ornate architectural details and two individuals walking down
Two people in a tender moment outdoors, one wearing a wedding dress and veil, the other touching their face.
A couple standing close together, with the man resting his head on the woman's forehead. They are outside near bare trees. It's a black and white photo.
A woman in a white suit and floral hairpiece standing outdoors among greenery, with two people in the foreground.
Blurred image of people dancing indoors with colorful lights and hats. String lights hanging from the ceiling.
Black and white image of a couple in wedding attire kissing indoors, with a hat on the wall and string lights in the background.

I am a wedding and family photographer based in Oakland, California, covering events across California.

I believe hiring a photographer isn’t about getting someone to make everything look “perfect”, because life just isn’t like that. It’s about hiring someone who’s there to witness and document your connections in a beautiful way, to be present and attentive to the meaningfulness within both your mundane and significant moments, and to make you laugh and feel totally comfortable in front of the camera.

If you’re interested in getting soulful, honest, and ethereal photographs of you and the people you love, taken with care and expertise, we should work together. Get in touch here and I can send over more info about my pricing and availability.

  • Wow, where to even start. If you want TRULY unique photographs that are not only visually beautiful but can transport you back to all of the emotions of your wedding day in an instant, hire Amanda. Her work is simply magical. She has the unique ability to seemingly be 20 places at once, without being intrusive or orchestrating any “moments”. I hardly noticed her taking them, yet when we got our pictures back I was stunned at how well she captured the many beautiful little moments between my friends and family. She is easy to work with, and a joy to have at your celebration. Her warmth and energy comes through in her work. I give her my highest recommendation

    Hannah & Sebastian

  • Amanda is an absolute gem to work with! Her work is full of heart and warmth and captures the perfectly imperfect bits of weddings—the raucous laughter, the blurriness of a cake cutting after lots of champagne, and the wilting-yet-somehow-more-beautiful bouquets at the end of the night. We had an intimate wedding —just 40 guests—and she fit right in with our close friends and family. We loved her candid, documentary style, and that she could get the classic family shots, but also make beautiful, artful pictures on film. She was the fun, laidback complement to our type-A personalities during the planning process, and we’re still so in love with how all the photos turned out. If you want photos that capture the heart and real FEELING of your wedding, Amanda is your gal!!

    Kate & Andrew

  • Amanda was such a joy to work with for our engagement shoot and wedding. I gave her my vague vision and she executed it flawlessly. She has such an amazing artistic instinct, while at the same time being so fun and easy to talk to which makes working with her a breeze. I’m usually nervous in front of a camera and had never really done a formal photo shoot before, but Amanda really put us at ease and gave directions that allowed for some really amazing shots.

    Becky & Jon

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