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Here’s Why I’ve Been Talking So Much About Sustainable Weddings & Impactful Brands That Want To Make A Difference | Crystal Lily Creative | Purposeful Brand & Lifestyle Photography | Los Angeles, California & Destinations

I have an unpopular opinion about weddings: they’re indulgent. There. I said it. Be honest. You know I’m right. But don’t revoke my good vibes card just yet. This perspective doesn’t mean I don’t like weddings, because I do and I LOVE getting to work with thoughtful couples. I say weddings are indulgent because, they […]

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It’s here!  That time of year, where a LOT of people get engaged (or not, but a new chapter of some kind is still ahead) and plans for the new year begin to unfold.  If you’re shopping for a photographer (or if you’re a photographer, hoping to attract new clients), you’re probably wondering why the […]

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Core Values & Why They’re Important | Crystal Lily Creative | Wedding, Lifestyle & Boudoir Photographer | Southern California, Florida, & Destinations

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White Point Beach Park | Intimate Los Angeles Destination Wedding | Crystal Lily Photography | Southern California + Destinations

This intimate Los Angeles destination wedding ceremony at White Point Beach in Southern California was worth the wait. Deziray and Bobby got married with their immediate family and two munchkins as witnesses in June and it was so sweet to photograph. Deziray reached out in January, 2018 to ask if I would be available that […]

White Point Park beach elopement and wedding ceremony in Los Angeles California with Crystal Lily Photography

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This playful elopement anniversary session on the Brooklyn Bridge and around the neighborhood of DUMBO in New York City encapsulates the entire reason why Crystal Lily Photography exists, because it’s FULL of love, laughter, fun, personality, and good vibes! Crysbel reached out to me after stumbling across my Instagram page while she was looking for […]

Playful Brooklyn Bridge Elopement Anniversary Session in DUMBO | New York City | Crystal Lily Photography | Los Angeles, Florida, NYC & Destination Wedding Photographer

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Joshua Tree, California | Wedding Elopement Anniversary Session | Palm Springs

I couldn’t be happier with this wedding elopement anniversary session in Joshua Tree National Park just outside of Palm Springs, California. After moving to Southern California in 2012, leaving to travel in 2017, and returning periodically for clients over the last two years, I FINALLY made it to Joshua Tree!  AND I got to photograph […]

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I’m so excited to share this elopement from the Culver Hotel in the Culver City neighborhood of Los Angeles!  Let me first say that I LOVE weddings!  They’re super fun and I get to work with really great couples, but elopements definitely hold a special place in my heart.  They’re so intimate and there is […]

Elopement Looks Good On You | Culver Hotel Elopement | Los Angeles, California Wedding Photographer

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Recreating Memories

What’s sweeter than a newlywed couple on their wedding day?  An already married couple reliving their wedding day!  I love this story about Jackie and Terrell.  They have been married for more than five years and with two kids, they have had their ups and downs.  Jackie and Terrell had a small wedding in Florida […]

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