Other than saying "I Do", choosing Gretchen to be our photographer was the best decision I made on our wedding day.
— Kate, BRIDE
WHAT TO EXPECT
THE ART OF EASE
My hope is that you feel fully in your wedding day - present, comfortable, and cared for. I’ll guide you gently into beautiful light and soft connection, keep a watchful eye on important moments as they unfold and document the day with an artful, timeless sensibility.
Unhurried. Grounded. Fully present.
Less timeline stress, more celebration.
Gentle guidance, with an eye for light and flow.
Winecountry weekend
SONOMA & NAPA COUNTIES
Sonoma and Napa are home for me, and I still don’t get over the light here. Coastal air rolling through the vineyards, foggy mornings, warm summer nights, and dinner under bistro lights, it’s pure magic. If you’re traveling in, I’m happy to share thoughtful local recommendations, from venues like Montage Healdsburg and the Auberge Resorts Collection to the vendor team that fits your day.
Wherever You Gather
Destination & Domestic
When your wedding brings people together from all corners, you’ll feel supported, unrushed, and free to stay present, with coverage that captures the full rhythm of the celebration from the first gatherings to the final toast. I typically reserve travel dates for wedding weekend coverage, so the full celebration is thoughtfully documented.
We are absolutely over the moon in love with our images. We'll cherish them forever.
— Brian, Groom
KIND WORDS
Thank you from the very bottom of our hearts, Gretchen.
Your infectious joy and incredible care made the entire shoot such a wonderful experience. You made these moments happen in the best way possible, and we love you so much for it! —Brian & Nick
01/05
"Not only are our photos absolute perfection- I truly cannot stop looking at them, but Gretchen is the most wonderful human."
My husband and I are forever grateful to have such special images to relive our day through.
—Allison & Zander
02/05
Gretchen is a bright gem in the dizzying world of choosing wedding vendors.
We have nothing but accolades for this genius! She has a way of making you forget that you're being photographed and instead it feels like you're hanging out with a friend. —Christine & Emmett
03/05
We will cherish these precious photos forever.
To say that her talents blew us away is an understatement. She effortlessly captured the big moments, intimate ones with our friends and family, and all the fine, aesthetic details in-between. —Ferdalyn & Bernard
04/05
Gretchen, we know you hear this quite often but what you shared with us was truly special.
You captured every emotion, each subtle pause of joy, and endless amounts of love; You made us look like mafia bosses in one picture and Romeo and Juliet in another! The world needs more Gretchen’s.
— Philippa & Matthew
05/05
A LOOK INSIDE
My promise
to you
I've photographed hundreds of weddings, and what I've learned is this: I can only photograph what exists. This means that you two, sinking into your wedding day with your loved ones, with presence of mind and heart, is vital to my work. Your day is documented with images. The images do not dictate your day. I promise to create space for you to breathe, to feel the joy and love surrounding you, and to be fully in your moment. And I promise to be a steady hand if you are lost in the speed of whirlwind.
Throughout your day I'll be there to notice what you might miss and document the beautiful exchanges between you and those you love. The small gestures, the in-between moments, the exhale before the ceremony, the way your mother's hand steadies your shoulder or the laughter that erupts when someone tells an old story at dinner; I'll move through your day with intuitive documentary coverage, and a touch of adjusting for beautiful light when the moment calls for it.
When the sun begins to dip, and we step into the soft coastal fog or bright vineyard reds and purples I'll guide you gently, with editorial intention into moments that feel intimate and true. Sunset will become a breath you didn't know you needed, just the two of you, and when you look back on these images my intention is for you to be not only reminded of how beautiful you both looked but how deeply connected you were on that day.
Creating images that you and future generations return to again and again is work I hold dear to my heart. These aren't just photos of a day; they're photographs of a time in all of your lives, of the small gestures and quiet exhales, of sunset light wrapping around you both, of everyone who showed up for you. Long after the day has passed, when you want to feel it all again, these images will be there. I create them with that future in mind, knowing that what I'm capturing becomes part of your family's history. I promise to take the utmost care in delivering images that feel true to how you experienced it, honest in their beauty, and alive with the love that brought the day to life.
Frequently asked questions
1. BOUNDARIES & INCLUSIVITY
My commitment to championing inclusivity, respect, and equality is unwavering. I am dedicated to creating an environment that upholds these core values in my business and in the world. Therefore, I want to make explicitly clear that I do not work with organizations or individuals who are members of any hate group or whose values align with them.
2. Have you shot at my venue? Do you need to do a walkthrough with us?
Walkthroughs beforehand are usually unnecessary. If you have a particular set of circumstances that require beforehand knowledge and would like to book a walkthrough we can work together to do so. Walkthroughs begin at $500.
3. Do you have travel fees?
Travel fees depend on where I’m traveling to. Within the vicinity of Sonoma, Napa, Marin &, Alameda, San Francisco & South Mendocino Counties there are no travel fees. I'm happy to create a custom quote based on your travel request.
4. I know you focus on true moments but can you talk about formals?
I’m more than happy to follow a list of formals. I totally understand that having a deliberately shot photo of you and your grandmother matters. I ask that you create your shot list of family formals before the wedding so that you can let those folks know when to be where and I can cross those images off as we shoot them.