Aloha & Hello,
I’m Anna Clarke — a wedding photographer capturing love stories across California, Hawai‘i, Europe and beyond. Over the past 7+ years, I’ve documented more than 300 weddings, each one completely unique.
What matters most to me is how you feel in the process. I approach every wedding with a calm, intuitive presence, creating space for you to be fully yourselves — without pressure or over-direction.
I’m there to guide when needed, and step back when it matters, so the moments unfold naturally. From the early planning stages to the wedding day and beyond, I’m deeply involved in the planning process helping everything feel seamless and true to you. My work is rooted in a candid, documentary approach reflecting editorial style — timeless, authentic and not forcefully staged.
Feel free to explore the galleries and words from past couples below to get a deeper sense of my work and experience. I take on a limited number of weddings each year, so I’d love for you to reach out and connect.
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Emily & Patrick
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Jordan & Adam
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Emme Hwang
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James & Taylor
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INTIMATE WEDDING & ELOPEMENT PHOTOGRAPHY
I believe in capturing your wedding day as it naturally unfolds, documenting each genuine smile, tear, and imperfect moments with candid and documentary-style approach. It’s my way to share stories of love and commitment.
Picture your intimate elopement ceremony at the secluded San Ysidro Ranch, or a lavish wedding celebration at the opulent Four Seasons in Beverly Hills Los Angeles. Imagine saying your vows in the historic ambiance of the Santa Barbara Courthouse, or amidst the winery landscapes of Sunstone Winery in San Ynez Valley. My approach is to provide a unique and personal photography experience, capturing the elegance, emotion, individuality of each couple interwoven with timeless landscapes of California itself.
Anna gave us the most wonderful memories of our wedding in Hawaii. I couldn't have asked for more beautiful images. She was a delight to work with and I would 100% recommend hiring her if you are looking for a wedding photographer.
BLAZE LEBLANCE
A&C
Anna is AMAZING! My husband and I got married at the Santa Barbara Courthouse in September. She shot out first look, ceremony and 2 locations after the vows. We got some amazing family photos and couple shots. Everyone who sees them is BEYOND IMPRESSED WITH OUR PHOTOS. They were everything we hoped they would be. Beyond the incredible photos, Anna is WONDERFUL TO WORK WITH. She is organized and sets you at ease leading up to the event. She makes you feel INCREDIBLY COMFORTABLE while taking the photos. I can not recommend her enough!! She is the best.
JORDAN BERARDI
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J&H
Anna is beyond amazing! She was incredible to work with. My husband and I immediately felt a great connection with Anna. She was very informative from the beginning and communicated with us during the entire process. Anna is so talented, creative, fun and personable. The quality of her work is something you would see in wedding magazines. She did a wonderful job capturing our wedding day. I would highly recommend Anna for your special DAY.
OLIVIA HWANG
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C&J
We had the privilege of working with Anna for our wedding this June. she surpassed all our expectations, making the entire experience effortless and memorable. she was incredibly professional, promptly responding to our emails and inquiries, ensuring a seamless process from start to finish.
Anna's warm and friendly nature immediately put us at ease on our special day. She blended into the background, capturing precious moments without interrupting the celebration. Her attention to detail and ability to capture emotions resulted in breathtaking photographs that perfectly reflect the essence of our wedding. her passion for her craft is evident in every picture, and we trust her completely to deliver exceptional results. Working with Anna was a joy, thanks to her professionalism, responsiveness, and genuine kindness.
We highly recommend Anna to photograph your special day. She provides stunning photographs and an enjoyable, stress-free experience. Thank you, Anna, for immortalizing our wedding day in such a remarkable way.
KATHRYN & PETER MCCARTHY