Marie Monforte

A little over a month ago, on my own 5-year anniversary, I had the honor of capturing another couple’s sweet “I Do’s”!  Working alongside Melissa Madden, I got to bask in the memory of my own most special day! The couple chose The Cape Rey, a Hilton Resort in picturesque Carlsbad, CA. It’s just steps from the beach! […]

Most people have come to know me for my nature-y, rustic locations. Or maybe even my scenic North County beach sessions? But when this adorable bride reached out with an idea of doing something a little different for her engagement session. I jumped at the chance to take them to downtown Escondido, get some yummy Gelato, […]

Succulent Crown Workshop at BHLDN, Anthropologie, Carlsbad, CA I love collaborating on projects with other San Diego makers and creatives so when I was approached to photograph a fun workshop crafting succulent flower crowns with the amazing Jenna of Craft Blooms and Rachael of Infinite Succulent, you KNOW I had to be there. The icing […]

Around this time last year, I set up my very first styled shoot (check that out here). I was so thrilled with how it turned out that I vowed to dedicate more time to personal projects. Projects that allow me the creative freedom to explore without expectation. Unfortunately, that personal time is hard to find. Although […]

Some funny stories leading up to this Carlsbad Lagoon engagement session. I first “met” Valerie + Adam while I was on vacation in Guatemala! We Skyped over bowls of breakfast cereal (way before Zoom was even a thing) and joked about my lack of coffee. The adorable factor is strong with these two! I could […]

A whimsical garden wedding at Quail Haven Farms in Bonsall, California. It was sweltering hot in Bonsall, California on the day of Emileigh and Jordan’s wedding, but it only added to the passion of the day. The location was just north of San Diego, in the Quail Haven Farms, a beautiful whimsical garden, even with the heat […]