This location was EVERYTHING for Dorothy and Nolan’s California engagement photos! We went to Point Reyes National Seashore and the vibes were immaculate. Dorothy and Nolan were so carefree and moved around a ton which I loved! The wind was insane but we just embraced it and it was so magical. I am shooting their wedding in Ravello, Italy in April 2024 and I am SOOO EXCITED! They’re getting married at Villa Eva and it is seriously right out of a fairytale! Come read more about these amazing California engagement photos I shot for this lovely couple.

Dorothy + Nolan’s Love Story | Whimsical Engagement Session in California

“Nolan and I have been together for over eight years, we both met when we were very young, I was barely turning 21. We have grown together over the years, and have lived together for over six. We met in San Diego where I went to school, and he moved back up to the bay area for me so that I can take over my family business. Nolan and I are always described as an old couple, because we know each other so well. We bicker, we are honest with each other, and we are never anything but ourselves.

We have a golden retriever, and a house together. Over the past five years we have been so focused on work and building our businesses, I am very excited to start this next chapter in our relationship. We have the same love language, acts of service. We are probably complete opposites in so many ways but very similar in the core stuff. He constantly makes me laugh, and always figures out a way to help me take life a little less seriously. Saying yes was easy because I can’t imagine life without him.”

Sydnee Marie Photography | California Wedding + Couples Photographer

If you are as whimsical and carefree as Dorothy and Nolan and are looking to have an epic engagement session, count me in! Head over to my contact page and we will be in touch.

Come see how the rest of their dreamy day turned out!