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Elopement & Wedding Photography in California

Catching Little Pieces Of Time

Romantic. Intentional. Timeless.

Inclusive photography for weddings, elopements, couples, and lifestyle. Capturing love, connection, and life’s meaningful moments on digital and film with timeless, thoughtful imagery.

Based in California. Available for travel.

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As a photography team, we move alongside your day, noticing the details, the emotion, and the connection that make your story uniquely yours.

Through film and digital photography, we create images that feel alive and timeless, reflecting the love, joy, and intimacy of your celebration. Each photograph is a piece of your story, composed so that years from now, you can return to the feeling of that moment exactly as it was.

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Hi, we are MinRae Photo! We are a photography team who loves capturing genuine moments and emotions from your wedding, elopement, or special day.

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A Surprise Newport Beach Proposal: Nick & Marisa

A surprise Newport Beach proposal at The Lookout during golden hour, captured as an anniversary date turned into an unforgettable engagement filled with candid emotion and ocean views.

Jocelyn & Ricardo’s Intimate Santa Barbara Courthouse Elopement

An intimate Santa Barbara Courthouse elopement captured with candid, emotional moments as the couple explored the gardens, arches, and steps of this iconic California location.