“"I love you and that's the beginning and end of everything."”

BASED IN northern utah & I LOVE TO TRAVEL

timeless couples and wedding Photographer


GET TO KNOW ME


Hi, I'm a photographer and videographer -obviously- but I'm also a romantic and a poet/writer so you'll see all sorts of poems across my website! I love love, and I may even dedicate one to you as a couple! ;)


Some of my hobbies include: writing, cooking, reading, playing the piano, and daily cuddles with my dog, Rudy. In spring and summer months I spend as much time barefoot in my garden as possible, and I’m very passionate about nutrition and health. I love conspiracy theories (tell me your craziest one!) and I LOVE getting to know people! I think there is so much to learn from every person I meet! :)


I specialize in upscale weddings and elopements, and I cry at every single one! It's going to happen and I've just come to terms with it at this point so when you see me crying in the back, don't worry, I'm still taking photos. ;)

Sacramento San Francisco Portrait Photographer Carl James Self Portrait. Moody Studio Male Self Portraits in a suit posing ideas.
Sacramento San Francisco Portrait Photographer Carl James Self Portrait. Moody Studio Male Self Portraits in a suit posing ideas.

ENGAGEMENTS. FORMALS. WEDDINGS.

Let's create memories that fit YOU.

Northern California Sacramento San Francisco Couples and Wedding Photographer Broadmoor Hotel Library Moody poses

MAKE IT STAND OUT


Your wedding is one of the most important days of your life and you only get one “shot” at preserving it!

The #1 regret people have from their wedding days is their photos so make sure you love your photographer -almost as much as your partner!

Wedding packages start at $2000 and everything is tailored to you, so let’s book a call soon to identify your needs for your big day and see if we’re a good fit!

Northern California Sacramento and San Francisco Couples and Wedding Photographer First Dance on golf course venue

A GLIMPSE INTO YOUR WEDDING DAY

Testimonials

Testimonials

“I really don’t know where to begin— our entire experience with Carl was magical. It wasn’t just a “photoshoot” —from the communication and the concepts to the wardrobe and makeup; Carl helped us every step of the way. Not only did he assist my husband and me with wardrobe, but he NAILED the sultry makeup look I was dreaming of. We enjoyed every minute of our day with Carl and can’t stop looking at the incredible images he created. He directed us throughout the session and made us feel so comfortable..."”

WHAT NOW


Let's get to know each other! Of course I'm passionate about photography, but I'm also in this to create lasting friendships and we'll be spending a lot of time together so we want to make sure we get along nicely! Let's chat and see if we are a good fit!

I think we will be! ;)

Northern California Sacramento Couples and Wedding Photographer Ring shot close up hands couples posing ideas

For branding and headshot sessions please go to the branding tab above and use that form. :)

The

Two Fountain Pens


Two sets of parchment

and two fountain pens

scribble furiously,

attempting to make sense

in a senseless world.

Time slips by 

unannounced and unnoticed.

Family, friends, and lovers

fade in and out,

but the pens continue their charge.

The other stories they tell

may be shared another day,

but their pathways combine 

on a sleepless night. 

The pens have their ways, 

and they wrote the night well.

Who could resist a story as this. 

"A night to remember,"

as simple as it sounds. 

The mingling of two strangers

who were perhaps,

never even strangers at all. 

Old souls and lovers. 

-A junction of the two-

And a sharing of minds,

all poetic and beautiful.

"A night to remember" of course.

And though the ending is unsure,

the characters now are bound. 

And the two fountain pens

who simply need a story to tell,

continue their unbiased charge. 

Will they write a romance or a tragedy?

A comedy or a drama? 

Or will they recycle the pages,

and simply begin anew with

more unsuspecting characters?

The future is unknown,

and beautifully so, perhaps.

For love is a journey,

and holds no bounds.

There are no expectations,

there are no demands.

It simply is,

and the ability to experience it

is a gift given sparingly. 

The two fountain pens 

are partial to none.

Their partnership with the parchment

is purposeful and designed.

By whom? We may never know.

But they never rest, 

and until all is made known,

They will continue their plight.

To make sense of the world,

Using those as they might.

Two sets of parchment,

And two fountain pens

Scribble furiously... 

Of what, we have yet to know.



-Carl James


Northern California Couples and Wedding Photographer Dramatic Ring Shot in Sagebrush ringshot ideas

Northern California Luxury Branding, Portrait, and Wedding Photographer