Thanks for being here!
a wedding and elopement photographer based in Northern California. I'm so excited to work with you and for the opportunity to help you create memories that can be admired for years to come.
As a Colorado native, I used to feel most at home in the mountains. When I first moved to California, I spent a lot of time exploring and looking for pockets of nature that reminded me of home. Since then, I've grown to really love the peacefulness of the California coast. I enjoy spending time with my husband and our two dogs, traveling, baking, reading, trying new foods, and everything lavender. I am fluent in Spanish and consider Spain my second home!
While being a photographer is a major part of me, it is not all of me. During the week, you'll find me working as a nurse and a teacher. My experiences in those professions have made me incredibly attuned to the emotions of others. Above all else, I've learned to never take my loved ones for granted. Time is our greatest resource and gift and how we spend it is of utmost importance. I want your wedding day to feel intentional and special. It's part of why I love being a wedding photographer so much.
I married the love of my life a couple years ago and it gave me a whole new perspective on wedding photography. We eloped on the coast and came back to a reception with our closest family and friends. Having time for just the two of us made our day even more memorable and special.
I've had a camera in my hands since the age of six. Photography is such an important part of my daily life. I hope to capture my love and respect for this art form in all of my work.
Looking forward to hearing from you! Xoxo
Rachel Kia
Owner & Photographer
I'm inspired by light and connection. I am continually captivated by the grandiosity of mother nature. I am drawn to photographing couples who want to commit themselves to one another in her presence.
My photographs are the story and you are the main character. I promise to document things genuinely. Your wedding is a once-in-a-lifetime experience and your memories deserve to be well-preserved.
I believe strongly that your wedding should be an experience, not just an event. When planning your wedding, incorporate things that are important to you and your spouse and think about how you want it to feel.
I find that the most powerful imagery comes from meaningfully and intentionally connecting with your loved ones. My most cherished images are those that document the tender moments in-between.
intimate and candid moments you can feel
INSPIRED BY LIGHT, LOVE, AND LANDSCAPES
I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.
-MAYA ANGELOU