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SACRAMENTO WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER
Allison Upchurch northern ca wedding
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WELCOME, I'M ALLISON

documenting life & love based in California

Grainy Surface

AN ELEVATED EXPERIENCE

crafting images
the past 20 years

My journey with photography began in high school, capturing moments on film and carried through the dark rooms of college as I pursued my degree in Human Services.

 

In 2018, after taking a step back from the mental health field to raise my children,  I felt a pull to return to my creative roots 

With nearly a decade of wedding experience,

My bespoke approach blends professionalism with an effortless, elevated style. I take the time to understand your vision, ensuring every detail is thoughtfully captured and tailored to you.

I work with a select number of weddings each year, partnering with couples who value presence, timeless beauty, and celebrations that feel effortlessly refined

CALIFORNIA EFFORTLESS LUXURY WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER

WHAT CLIENTS SAY 

she was the calm within the chaos

she provides an amazing experience

and beautiful photos

documentary wedding photography
California luxury wedding photographer

IMAGINE A DAY THAT IS AS EFFORTLESS & RELAXED AS IT IS ELEVATED & TIMELESS

my philosophy + approach

Love, connection, and honest emotion are at the heart of every meaningful memory. On your wedding day, I lean into those truths, not as a bystander but as a quietly present storyteller.

From the beautifully curated details to the people you love most, every image becomes a reflection of your story, captured with intention and meant to last for generations. I guide gently when needed, but mostly I let your day unfold naturally, real and unscripted.

We focus on what matters: the laughter shared between friends, the tear-filled glance from a parent, the glow of golden hour lighting on the California coast, and the small details you spent months curating. The result is a gallery that feels effortless, soulful, and timeless. These images don’t just show how your day looked, they show how it felt.

You will receive calm guidance, thoughtful direction, and space to breathe while I notice the moments others miss. Your wedding story is preserved with heart, intention, and a touch of legacy woven throughout, creating heirloom imagery you and your family will treasure for generations.

California destination wedding photographer
Grainy Surface
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For the laidback romantics,
who dance barefoot,
savor every moment
& love
effortlessly

Grainy Surface

MEMBER OF 

SOCIÉTÉ PRIVÉE

Société Privée is an invitation-only luxury wedding network consisting of local chapters with global connections. Uniting visionary wedding industry leaders renowned for their exceptional talent and outstanding contributions to the world of weddings. 

The crème de la crème values collaboration over competition.It is a testament to the passion, artistry, and professionalism of those who have dedicated themselves to creating magical and memorable weddings.

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PHOTOGRAPHING ONCE IN A LIFETIME EVENTS

ELEVATED, EFFORTLESS YET REFINED

Napa, Ca based | Booking coast to coast

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