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there's a lot more to this blog than just pictures

 This is where I share recent courthouse weddings and elopements, as well as tips and advice to help navigate you through your Santa Barbara Courthouse experience

Whether you’re looking for planning advice, vendor recommendations or just want a peek at what your day could be like, consider this your go-to blog for all things Santa Barbara Courthouse.

Wedding

An Intimate Sunken Gardens Wedding at the Santa Barbara Courthouse The Sunken Gardens wedding experience at the Santa Barbara Courthouse is perfect for those planning something small but meaningful. With its pretty palm-lined lawn, mountain views, and historic backdrop, it offers such a relaxed and personal setting—especially on a weekday. Robbie and Trina chose the […]

Advice

Santa Barbara Courthouse Vendor Recommendations Okay real talk-planning a wedding can be stressful (lol), and if you’re traveling for a destination elopement at the Santa Barbara Courthouse, the details can add an extra layer of stress. But one thing that shouldn’t feel overwhelming is finding the right team of vendors. That’s exactly why I’ve put […]

Santa Barbara Courthouse Wedding
Wedding

A Favorite Santa Barbara Courthouse Wedding of Mine- Shelby and Tre If you’ve ever wondered whether a Santa Barbara Courthouse wedding can equate to a traditional venue, Tre and Shelby’s will convince you. Their day was personal yet shared with so many closest to them in the most epic courthouse setting in SoCal. How They Met Tre […]

Santa Barbara Courthouse Elopement
Elopement

A Santa Barbara Courthouse Elopement Story | Ina + Yoha A Santa Barbara Courthouse elopement is a beautiful, affordable way to get married in one of California’s dreamiest cities (let’s be real). Known for its Spanish Colonial Revival architecture, gardens, and ocean views, the courthouse offers both civil ceremonies and weddings year-round. Couples love it for […]

Shelby and Tre

"michelle is not just a photographer"

She’s an artist, a storyteller, a hype woman, and a true professional. She cares deeply about her couples and pours her heart into what she does. I feel endlessly grateful to have had her by our side on such a meaningful day. If you’re considering working with Michelle, don’t hesitate—run, don’t walk. She is everything you could hope for and so much more.

Madison and Julius

"I absolutely recommend her 10x over"

Every moment working with her was enjoyable and she meshed so well with our families like we had known her for years! She captured the emotion in every moment and helped guide my husband and I to the most breath-taking portraits that we haven’t been able to stop looking. So happy to have found Michelle.

eleanor and tom

"she will take great care of you"

Even though we live in the UK and gave her very little direction, she somehow managed to capture our relationship so perfectly - every photo felt honest, natural, and full of heart. Meeting her at the Santa Barbara Courthouse felt like reconnecting with an old friend. She made us feel completely at ease, and that warmth shines through in every shot. We’re so grateful for Michelle.

eleanor and tom

"she will take great care of you"

Even though we live in the UK and gave her very little direction, she somehow managed to capture our relationship so perfectly - every photo felt honest, natural, and full of heart. Meeting her at the Santa Barbara Courthouse felt like reconnecting with an old friend. She made us feel completely at ease, and that warmth shines through in every shot. We’re so grateful for Michelle.

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