San Diego Engagement at Torrey Pines Nature Preserve | Nhan & Tod
Being a couple that is constantly ready for the adventure, Nhan and Todd couldn’t wait to get started on their Torrey Pines Engagement Session. Located in San Diego, Torrey Pines is one of the most spectacular stretches of land on the Southern California coast. With its vast landscapes, wide variety of vegetation, and countless ocean views, it truly is one of the best locations for engagement photos.
Nhan and Todd are magic in front of the camera. Every moment was effortless and natural. I couldn’t take my camera off them for one second out of fear of missing something great. We spent almost two hours roaming around Torrey Pines using every inch of the landscape as our backdrop. We played on the beach, set up some epic shots and flat rock, and climbed back up the mountain to grabbed some romantic shots on the cliffs. Everything about this day was perfect.
Torrey Pines Engagement Session Tips
If you’re considering doing a Torrey Pines engagement session, there are a few things to consider. First, the weather is very unpredictable. I suggest scheduling your session for first thing in the morning to get that beautiful dewy morning light, or picking a weekday and visit in the evening to capture iconic views of the coastline during sunset.
If you are looking to take pictures on the flat rock, keep track of high and low tide. Torrey Pines is littered with trails that go in several different areas of the reserve. It can be helpful to print out a map and plan your route if you need to keep to a schedule. Also, parking can be a bit of a pain here because it’s such a popular location. There are two paid parking lots at the park and limited free spots along the street. Keep in mind if you pay to park in the reserve it’s a $20 dollar fee.
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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.
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