Couple walking barefoot on a wet beach with a black dog beside them, ocean waves in the background on a cloudy day.

San Francisco Bay Area Photographer for Couples & Families

Cinematic, candid & emotional portraits for modern couples & families

Couple relaxing on a couch, hands tenderly touching, wearing jeans and a white shirt with gold bracelet.

Black and white photo of a bride and groom walking hand in hand through a lush green field on their wedding day.

Two children and an adult playing in an open field with rolling hills and a tree in the background.

A couple embraces romantically on a coastal cliff, woman in white dress with windswept blonde hair, man in dark shirt.

Family of four with a dog walking on a scenic coastal trail at sunset near tall trees and a hillside.

Black and white photo of a man holding a newborn baby, reflected in a mirror.

A loving family of four shares a tender embrace outdoors, with parents cuddling two young children at sunset.

Black and white photo of a smiling couple in dark clothing, woman resting her head on mans shoulder outdoors.

Couple walking on golden hillside trail at sunset with rolling green hills and ocean view in background.

Black and white photo of a joyful couple holding hands and smiling at each other in dramatic lighting.

Forget the perfect.

Forget the rules.

I specialize in capturing authentic, timeless, candid portraiture for modern couples and families.

My goal is to be there every step of the way as I capture your story. From the initial consultation to handing over the final, edited images, I will guide you through an experience that is professional and effortless.

What I Photograph

Family of four holding hands walking through a scenic mountain meadow at sunset with forested hills in the background.

Engagement

Cinematic engagement sessions across the Bay Area. Explore engagement sessions →

Surprise Proposal

Discreetly planned and beautifully captured. See surprise proposal photography →

Family & Maternity

Candid sessions for growing families. View family & maternity sessions →

Elopements & Intimate Weddings

Documentary coverage for small, meaningful days. Discover elopements & intimate weddings →

Where I Photograph

Black and white photo of a bride and groom exchanging vows in a sunlit forest during an outdoor wedding ceremony.

Based in Pacifica and

available across San Francisco,

the Peninsula, Marin, the North Bay coast, and beyond — including

Fort Funston,

Baker Beach,

Lands End,

Mt. Tam,

the Marin Headlands,

Half Moon Bay,

Mendocino, and Bodega Bay.

Couple embraces on coastal overlook at dusk with a man holding a baby in the background near a scenic beach.

Recent Work

Couple embracing and kissing on a grassy coastal cliff at sunset, with waves crashing against rocks along the rugged shoreline below.

October 20th, 2026

A Secluded Sunset Proposal at Peaked Hill in Bodega Bay

Surprise Proposal

Black and white photo of two people lying in grass, one playing acoustic guitar while the other reads a book.

October 13th, 2026

Golden Ridges & Summer Air — Mount Tamalpais Engagement

Engagement

Family of four with a dog walking on a coastal dirt path at golden hour with lush trees in the background.

October 4th, 2026

Wild Coastal Play at Mori Point - Family Session in Pacifica

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"Yana is absolutely wonderful. She made our engagement shoot feel so special, comfortable, and natural from start to finish. Nothing felt forced, and she captured our moment so beautifully. The photos came out absolutely stunning — cinematic, magical, and beyond what we imagined."

Hazel & Chris

Couple in wedding attire embracing on a coastal cliff overlooking ocean waves at dusk.

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