artist at heart blog - kai shoots photography - california wedding & elopement photographer

Close-up detail of hands exchanging rings during an intimate ceremony.

Black and white wedding photos showing intimate moments between couples during their special celebration.

February 23rd, 2026

maternity in the redwoods | oakland

maternity, oakland, redwoods

A series of romantic black and white wedding photos showing a couple posing together on a hillside landscape.

February 9th, 2026

romantic church wedding | monterey

monterey, weddings

Dramatic coastal landscape with rocky outcrops against a misty ocean horizon.

January 14th, 2026

siren-inspired fantasy portraits | monterey

big sur, monterey, portraits, fantasy session

Black and white architectural photo showing brick columns and steps with dramatic lighting.

January 8th, 2026

grungy lovers session | monterey

monterey, lovers session

Misty coastal cliffs overlooking a dramatic ocean landscape in moody weather.

January 8th, 2026

stormy engagement session | big sur

A wedding ceremony takes place in an elegant arched alcove with ornate white sculptures and gold chairs.

January 8th, 2026

moody & editorial elopement | san francisco city hall

elopements, san francisco, sf city hall