I love exploring new locations for portraits, and Montebello was such a delight! When Chanlan Ann mentioned that her mom lives in this gorgeous neighborhood, I knew we were in for a treat. With its elegant architecture, charming fountains, towering cypress trees, and the most stunning fall colors, Montebello provided the perfect backdrop for capturing this exciting season in their lives.

Chanlan Ann and Christian were an absolute joy to photograph. Their love for each other was evident in every moment, making my job so easy! And of course, adding their sweet pup at the end was the cherry on top—I always love when couples include their furry family members in their session.

We spent the afternoon wandering through the most picturesque spots, finding little hidden gems around every corner. The golden leaves and soft autumn light made for the dreamiest portraits, and I couldn’t have asked for a better way to spend the day. Getting to know these two and hearing about their love story made me even more excited for their wedding in August! I can’t wait to celebrate with them and capture even more beautiful memories!

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