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-Sadie Mak

Your California-based wedding photographer, specializing in elevated celebrations filled with color and joy

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Engagement Photos in Big Sur: Tricia & AJ’s Beautiful Session

Engagements

I’m so excited to share Tricia and AJ’s Big Sur engagement photos in Big Sur! These two were an absolute dream to work with, and their session was everything I could have hoped for—fun, carefree, and filled with unforgettable moments. From the moment we met, I just knew we were a perfect fit. They hired […]

How to Plan a Surprise Proposal in Big Sur

Engagements, Informational

Wanna know how to plan a surprise proposal in Big Sur, California? Keep reading to get all the deats! Surprise proposals! I know they can be a pretty ‘love em or hate em’ thing, but I LOVE them! And I definitely love photographing them! There’s something about the anticipation, the excitement, and the overwhelming emotions […]

A couple standing on a cliff overlooking the dramatic coastline of Big Sur during a surprise proposal. The person proposing is on one knee, holding a ring, while their partner looks surprised and emotional. The sun sets in the background, casting a warm golden light over the breathtaking scenery of cliffs, ocean, and rugged mountains

What to Wear For Your Big Sur Engagement Session | Outfit Ideas

Informational

If you’re planning engagement photos in Big Sur, one of the first questions you might have is: What should we wear? Big Sur already gives us so much to work with—the coastline, ocean, cliffs, sandy beaches, open fields, and incredible views. Your outfits should complement that scenery rather than compete with it. After photographing many […]

Couple posing during a romantic Big Sur engagement session, surrounded by scenic cliffs and the beautiful California coastline. The woman is wearing a flowing white dress, and the man is dressed in a neutral outfit, complementing the natural beauty of the landscape

Engagement Photos at Big Sur // Alondra & Javier

Engagements

We’re back with more Big Sur engagement photos! Alondra & Javier’s session was definitely one to remember, and I’ve been dying to share these beautiful moments with you. Today is a little different because most of the Big Sur engagement photos I share are on the sunnier side, but for this session, we had some moody weather! A […]

Big Sur Engagement Photos // Madison & Alec

Engagements

We’re back with another set of amazing Big Sur engagement photos! This session was a little extra special (you’ll find out why below!), and as always I am so in love with how the photos turned out. But even more so, I’m so happy that Madison and Alec had a great time with good ol’ […]

Reba & Jay’s Big Sur Engagement Photos

Engagements

You guys – I was so excited to visit one of my favorite engagement session locations for Reba & Jay’s photos. You know how much I love Big Sur, and I’m always looking for another reason to go back! This session (like all of them) was so much fun, and I’m so lucky to be […]