Engagement Session at Calico Cidery in Julian, California | Chris & Jane
The Perfect Location For Engagement Photos
Picture a blistering cold day, bright sun, a cute dog, a cuter couple, and really good cider. Todays engagement session was at Calico Cidery in Julian, California. That’s east of San Diego in the mountains. Julian, is an area known for their apples, with people all over the world raving about their apple pies. Cider isn’t close behind, however, and should definitely be on your itinerary the next time you pass through the area. During our two hours together, we explored the orchard and relaxed in the Adirondacks, cider in hand. As sunset came around, Jane braved the cold in a beautiful sequence dress that you absolutely must see!
We met up at Calico Cidery, it was my first time visiting and it was just the best decision. I really feel in love with this location. Chris and Jane happened upon it once before, really loved it and here we are. Luckily they did because it turned out to be the perfect setting for their engagement photos. We even got to go behind the bar! It’s such a fun place, the people who work there are great and you’ll love getting a cider and walking around the orchard. Highly recommend!
I also highly recommend you take a look at the gallery, and as always if you are looking for a photographer you know who to call.
You can visit Calico Cidery Thursday through Sunday, 11 am to 7 pm. It’s a great hangout spot and honestly won’t disappoint. Dog-friendly for you woof lovers.
My photography is a blend of art, experience, and instinct—a little bit of this, a little bit of that.
For over 15 years, I’ve been immersed in the world of photography. It all started when I was 18 and stepped into a darkroom for the first time. That moment sparked a lifelong obsession with capturing the world through my lens. It eventually lead me to the fine art space, collaborating with artists, managing studios, and working alongside galleries and museums.
Through years of studying art and photography—both in undergraduate and graduate school—my aesthetic evolved under the influence of critical theory and contemporary art. I found myself drawn to the intersection of traditional documentary photography and spontaneous, unfiltered moments of real life. My goal is to create images that are raw, honest, and deeply human.
Travel plays a huge role in my creative process. I find inspiration in the unfamiliar—letting light, movement, and emotion guide my eye. Photography is my way of making sense of the world, turning fleeting moments into lasting stories. With a camera in hand, everything becomes a canvas, and every frame is a chance to reveal beauty in the unexpected.
