What to Expect
What to Expect
your wedding photography experience
I'll be your
- Photographer
- planning Helper
- locations Guru
- Storyteller
- cheerleader
- Pose Coacher
- Dress bustler
- timeline builder
when you work with me you'll not only get a great photographer, you'll also get a...
- planning expert
- locations Guru
- Elopement Bestie
- Storyteller
- Adventure Buddy
- cheerleader
- Ordained Officiant
If you like Star Wars, Disney, sitcoms that make you laugh (like the Office or New Girl) then we’re gonna have a ball together! When I’m not drinking obscene amounts of coffee, or eating Al Pastor tacos, you will probably find me on the banks of a river casting trout bait, or more likely, chasing my 3 kiddos around a campsite! I love exploring new places and taking my camera along for the ride. I can't wait to be your storyteller!
Hey, I’m Salisha!
As your photographer, my biggest goal is to make your experience fun and stress-free! I've traveled all over the state of California, and even gone as far as Hawaii for weddings, so I'm confident I can work well at any location, even if I've never been there before! I usually arrive about 30-minutes early on the day of your wedding, which allows me to explore your wedding venue and find the best spots to take certain photos. I also love just allowing the day to unfold naturally, and work well taking photos indoors, outdoors, and in a variety of lighting scenarios!
Based in California, but will photograph anywhere
LET'S WORK TOGETHER!
But most brides don't have that luxury! For you this is all new, and I want to share my knowledge of both wedding planning and photographing with you to help make this process as easy as possible for you both, so that you don't have to white-knuckle it, and figure it all out on your own! That's why, every couple that books with me also gets a wealth of knowledge from me, including....
when I began planning my own wedding back in 2018, I already felt like an expert, because I'd been photographing weddings for 4 years at that point
when I began planning my own wedding back in 2018, I already felt like an expert, because I'd been photographing weddings for 4 years at that point
- EXCLUSIVE PLANNING DOWNLOADS: like my Wedding Checklist, Vendor Guide, and 35-page Wedding Guide.
- TIMELINE BUILDING: I'll help you put together a schedule for your big day, so we can make sure you get all your most important moments captured.
- PLANNING CONSULTS: One-on-One meetings, to make sure your on track with wedding planning.
When I was just 7 years old, my dad gave me his old yellow Minolta 110 film camera to play around on. I loved adventuring around the woods where I lived taking photos of the flowers and trees, and from there my passion grew. I studied more film and digital photography in college, and eventually when I become a mom, I took the leap into wedding photography, to spend more time with my kids at home, and I've never looked back!
INQUIRE with me
it all started
with a yellow camera
10 years photographing weddings
50+ weddings photographed
250,000 images professionally edited
100+ couples photographed
55+ 5-star reviews from happy clients
Trust Me, I've Got Your Back
FRIENDS
MEXICAN
coffee
led zeppelin
hobby
band
city
san diego
drink
food
tv show
favorites
fishing
-CHLOE AND DANIEL
Salisha photographed our wedding and it was incredible! She was calm and collected and was so sweet and professional! We got our photos back and they are INCREDIBLE!!! Highly recommend her as your photographer!
"OUR WEDDING PHOTOS ARE INCREDIBLE"
Understanding the importance of capturing your true selves, I skip the awkward poses! Investing time to get to know both of you, I ensure your images reflect your unique personalities. My mission is always to create a laid-back, natural vibe during the shoot. No professional models in my portfolio—just my knack for making couples look like pros! 😉
Photos that feel like YOU!
If you're all about those perfectly posed photos, we might not be the best match. Life's wonderfully messy, so let's embrace those beautiful, authentic, real moments together! My goal is consistently to capture authentically gorgeous scenes, ensuring that when you look back at your photos, you can vividly feel what it was like to be there, all over again.
Authentic Storytelling
Your wedding day should be the absolute BEST. DAY. EVER. and I'm here to ensure just that. I'll provide you with a wealth of resources during the planning phase so that on your special day, you can fully embrace and cherish the moments shared with your loved ones. Let's collaborate and craft an unforgettable wedding experience together!
Stress-Free Experience
Ever had the experience of a hearing an old song playing, instantly whisking you back to a specific moment and flooding you with the same emotions? That's the nostalgic charm I aim to evoke in my photography.
Relive the Butterflies
Who I serve
I’m all about working with couples who want real, down-to-earth photos that capture our time together. If you’re not stressing about your dress getting a bit dirty and are ready to roll with whatever comes your way, we’ll vibe perfectly! I thrive on your energy and love capturing genuine moments. If you’re looking for all perfectly polished shots, I might not be your go-to. But if you’re up for ready to team up and create photos that tell your unique story, I’d be thrilled to work with you!
-kristen & Christian
Salisha was the perfect wedding photographer for our day! She worked with us very well to understand what we wanted captured in our photos and provided the perfect pointers on posing during photos. I would definitely work with her again!
"Salisha was the perfect wedding photographer"
Abso-freakin-lutely! Exploring new places is one of my favorite things to do. I’m an expert at choosing amazing spots for bridal shots and I thrive while creating in new environments. The best part? NO TRAVEL FEES!
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Of course! Fill out an inquiry form and drop me a line in your comments and I can send you the link to a current wedding or elopement gallery that will vibe with your current vision.
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Nope, I only give my clients the absolute best quality images and the raw files typically aren’t a reflection of my work and current portfolio. If you’re worried about file size and enlargements, then I gotchu! Your gallery will include the perfect size images for gorgeous canvas and metal prints.
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I deliver my photos via private online gallery. Every wedding and portrait packages include access to high quality file downloads for each delivered image, available directly from your gallery. You’ll also be able to order stunning prints and products, such as metal-prints (my personal fav), canvases, albums, and more!
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Typically brides hire me to be there all day, which means about 10 hours, but don't worry, that's not all spent taking photos, most of that time is spent getting ready and then having fun at the end of the night! I love being there for all the special moments, like when you're mom sees you getting into your wedding dress, and the party at the end of the night! However, I do have packages to meet every need, so this is something we can discuss further as we start planning!
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Yes! My goal is always to serve you as best as I can, so I want to make sure that you’re getting everything your heart desires when it comes to your wedding day photography. If there’s something you desire that isn’t included in your package (extra hours, albums, 2nd shooters, whatever!) then we can absolutely add it on. In our initial consultation, we can discuss each package and decide which option (or in-between option) will best suit your needs!
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Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs
