Bride in white lace gown holds floral bouquet, veil flowing in wind, posing from vintage pink convertible car.

WEddings, Elopements, Couples, Maternity

Modern portrait & wedding photography

Bride and groom holding hands at Yosemite Valley overlook with stunning mountain backdrop.

Photosbyanna

Modern portrait & wedding photography

Couple dancing in a sunlit garden field surrounded by lush greenery with golden hour light.

Photosbyanna

Modern portrait & wedding photography

Romantic black and white photo of couple nearly kissing by the ocean with brides hair blowing in the wind.

Photosbyanna

Modern portrait & wedding photography

My philosophy

Real moments deserve to be remembered exactly as they are.

Couple embracing in black lace wedding gown, showing matching wedding bands and tattooed hands.
Diamond engagement ring and wedding band resting on a romantic bridal bouquet of white and peach roses.

I believe photography is more than posed images—it’s an experience. My work centers on genuine emotion, natural light, and meaningful connection. I aim to document moments the way they truly feel: honest, unscripted, and timeless. When you look back at your photos, I want you to remember the laughter, the stillness, the touch of a hand, and the stories shared—not just the way you looked.

Photography services in the Los Angeles, South Bay, Orange County, and Long Beach area do not have a travel fee applied.

 

Selected works

 

Person peeking through burgundy photo booth curtain making rock sign gesture with hand.
Bride and bridesmaids in red dresses wearing cowboy boots holding floral bouquets outdoors.
Bride in lace wedding dress holding a bouquet of white and pink flowers out of a pink car window.
Groom dipping bride in a sunlit garden field surrounded by lush greenery at golden hour.
Elegant white rose bridal bouquet tied with satin ribbon on a dark background.
Bride and groom reaching for each other with Yosemite granite cliffs in background.
Black and white photo of a sweetheart table with floral centerpiece at a wedding reception venue.
Champagne being poured at a wedding reception table with roses, bruschetta, and crystal glassware.
Elegant wedding stationery flat lay with gold wax seals, pearl necklace, and save the date card.
Romantic black and white portrait of a bride and groom embracing under a flowing wedding veil.
Close-up of a bride smiling with a halo diamond engagement ring resting on her partners shoulder.
White bridal heels with ribbon laces displayed against a lush arrangement of roses in pink, peach, and burgundy hues.
Wedding flat lay featuring perfume bottle, vow booklet, ring box, cufflinks, and save the date card with burgundy ribbon.
Diamond solitaire engagement ring nestled in the center of a blooming dusty rose-colored rose with dark green background.
Crystal-embellished bridal heels by Amina Muaddi displayed on a dark wooden chair with candlelit reception tables behind.
Two-tier semi-naked wedding cake topped with Mr and Mrs topper, adorned with peach roses and greenery garland.
Close-up of interracial couple's hands showing wedding rings, with bride's hand resting on groom's black suit lapel.
Silhouette of couple sharing a romantic kiss inside a rocky sea cave with ocean waves and sunset visible behind them.
Couple embracing on a rocky beach at sunset, woman in red maxi dress and man in white shirt against dramatic cliff backdrop.
Couple's hands with wedding rings resting on a vibrant array of colorful flowers including sunflowers, roses, and tulips.
Two silver wedding rings rest atop a textured seashell with soft floral bokeh in the background.
A couple in wedding attire gazes at each other before ornate stone columns with a vintage lantern.
Groom in elegant dark green tuxedo with matching bow tie and silver watch buttoning his jacket.
Bride and groom stand together at altar flanked by white lanterns and rose petal aisle runner.
Asian bride and groom share first kiss at altar with white draping and greenery backdrop.
Black and white rear view of bride in lace gown and veil walking with escort toward altar.
Elegant white bridal bouquet with roses and greenery resting on a white folding chair outdoors.
Bride in lace wedding dress holding veil in black and white portrait photo.
Diamond engagement ring displayed on rocky surface with mountain valley backdrop.
Bride and groom hold hands at Yosemite Valley tunnel view overlook with El Capitan and Half Dome backdrop.
Romantic couple shares intimate moment under flowing lace bridal veil in soft natural light.
Couple dances joyfully on green lawn before charming white lighthouse at golden hour sunset.
Romantic couple embraces and kisses beside historic white lighthouse with picket fence at dusk.
Two figures stand on dramatic rocky coastal cliffside trail at twilight with crescent moon rising.
Man carries woman in white dress as they gaze lovingly at each other on scenic ocean cliff.
Brunette bride in lace wedding dress sitting by sparkling water, holding bouquet of pink flowers.
Bride lying back in white lace lingerie and veil with pearl necklace, smiling upward.
Close-up of bride's hand displaying large diamond engagement ring with shimmering water background.
Bride in off-shoulder lace wedding gown with veil holding pink bouquet, smiling in garden.
Flat lay of wedding stationery, rings, bridal shoes, and accessories in sage green and blush.
Wedding rings nestled among pink roses and garden flowers in a romantic bridal bouquet.
Black and white photo of a groom adjusting the brides white lace wedding heels beneath her flowing gown.
Vintage brass chandelier with frosted etched glass shades hanging from a white ceiling.
White bridal heels with ankle straps beside a wooden ring box holding two gold wedding bands.
Groom in tan suit and cowboy hat embracing bride holding yellow and white bouquet under veil.
Polaroid wedding photos scattered on table with wedding rings, flowers, coffee and cocktails.
Bride and groom sharing a romantic kiss beneath sweeping oak tree branches in golden sunlight.
Black and white photo of a bride in a white gown holding a bouquet beside a vintage convertible car.

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We cannot recommend Anna and her partner enough! Not only did they capture the most beautiful photos of our wedding, but she also officiated our ceremony, which made the day even more special.


From the moment we met them, they made everything feel so natural and comfortable. It honestly felt like we had known them for years. They helped us relax, be ourselves, and that truly shows in the photos. We’re beyond grateful for the memories they captured and the role they played in such an important day. If you’re looking for someone who is talented, genuine, and truly cares about your experience, they are absolutely the ones to choose!

 

MCkenna + Parker

 

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We had such a great experience with Anna! Since we were coming from out of town, we were a little nervous about coordinating everything, but she made the entire process so easy and stress-free. From the beginning, she was incredibly communicative, flexible, and helpful with planning by offering location suggestions, timing advice, and answering all of our questions.


During the session, she made us feel so comfortable in front of the camera and gave great direction while still allowing things to feel natural. The whole experience was actually so much fun, and it really shows in the photos! When we received our gallery, we were absolutely blown away. Every image was beautiful, and she captured our personalities and relationship perfectly. We will cherish these photos forever and we couldn’t recommend her enough!

 

Emma + Chris

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My husband and I had never taken professional photos before, so we were a little nervous going into our couples session, but AnnaMarie completely exceeded our expectations. From the moment we met her, she made us feel so comfortable and at ease. Her energy is warm, patient, and genuine, and it truly shows in her work. Bonus: she’s also hilarious - felt more like we were hanging out with a friend.


She went above and beyond to guide us through every pose without ever making it feel forced. You can tell she cares deeply about her craft and her clients.


We’re beyond grateful to have these photos to look back on (which, by the way, were given back to us in RECORD time) and we couldn’t recommend her more. If you’re even possibly considering booking her, do it. You’ll be so glad you did!

 

Chelsea + Jonathan

 

Romantic black and white beach photo of couple nearly kissing with wind blowing brides hair.

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I look forward to hearing from you and helping you create memories that will last a lifetime.