KATIE RUTHER

SERVING CALIFORNIA & DESTINATIONS

A groom is dipping and kissing the bride during their wedding dance, with guests clapping and celebrating in the background, in a decorated venue with string lights.

The Art of Preserving How It All Felt

For celebrations beautifully lived and deeply felt.

A bride and groom smiling and walking together at an outdoor wedding celebration, surrounded by guests and greenery.
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Black and white photo of a smiling woman with shoulder-length hair in front of a Parisian building and the Eiffel Tower in the background.

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In the 17 years I have been shooting weddings, I believe the most meaningful photographs are the ones you never realize are being taken—fleeting moments that happen naturally and bring you right back to how it felt. For couples who want to be fully present, deeply connected, and free to simply experience the day, knowing the moments that matter will be preserved.

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A man carrying a woman on his back on a beach with sailboats in the background. The woman is smiling and waving, both appear happy and cheerful.
A bride and groom exchanging vows during an outdoor wedding ceremony under a large tree with guests watching.
People dining outdoors at a rustic vineyard during a warm day, with rolling hills and green fields in the background
A bride and groom cutting a wedding cake at night, surrounded by lit candles and flowers.
A black and white photo of a wedding celebration, where the bride and groom are smiling and dancing among guests. The bride is holding a bouquet and wearing a fur stole, while the groom is in a suit. Guests are around them, some clapping and celebrat
Group of men dressed in tuxedos holding paper parasols in an outdoor garden setting.
A white cake decorated with strawberries and white flowers on a table with fine china and silverware, partially sliced with a large piece removed, set on a silver cake stand.
A bride holding a bouquet of white flowers, wearing a white wedding gown, with her left hand visible showing a silver wedding ring with a large center gemstone and smaller surrounding stones.
A couple dressed in wedding attire on a boat, with the woman in a cream-colored dress and the man in a beige sweater, standing close together with a rocky cliff and water in the background.
A bride in a white wedding gown and veil standing outdoors under a large tree, holding a bouquet of flowers, in a garden setting with greenery and flowers.
A bride and groom sharing a kiss outdoors in a garden during sunset, surrounded by rose bushes and greenery.
People dressed in formal attire, including tuxedos and bow ties, sitting around a table at a celebration or banquet, smiling and engaging in conversation.
A man in a tuxedo and a woman in a wedding dress with sunglasses are sitting on a red couch indoors. They are smiling, holding glasses, and appear to be celebrating a special occasion.
Flower arrangements with hydrangeas and greenery on steps, with trees and hedge in the background.
Outdoor garden setting with a rectangular pool at the foreground, statues, a fountain, and arranged chairs facing the water, surrounded by lush green trees and shrubbery.
A bride and groom are smiling and embracing, with the groom lifting the bride, outdoors with a coastal landscape in the background. The bride wears a white wedding dress and veil; the groom wears a white suit and black shoes.
A group of five men dressed in tuxedos standing outdoors with mountains in the background.
A long banquet table decorated for a celebration, with a yellow and white lace tablecloth, gold and amber glassware, floral arrangements, and hanging lemon slices from above, under a canopy of green leaves and vines.
A group of seven women in white dresses standing outdoors on grass with hills and water in the background, holding large green leaves with white ribbons, during daytime.
A couple dressed in formal wedding attire sitting in a vintage convertible car with top down, surrounded by lush greenery and pink flowering bushes.
A woman dressed in white, wearing a large white hat with a veil, standing on a sea deck with waves in the background, surrounded by a large arrangement of yellow and white flowers.
Couple holding hands walking in front of the Louvre Museum in Paris, with the museum building and pyramid visible in the background.
Bride and groom at their wedding reception, celebrating with champagne and a toast while guests watch and take photos outdoors under sunny sky.
An outdoor event with guests seated at tables under string lights hanging from a large tree. The scene is in the evening, with the sky transitioning to dusk. Many of the guests are dressed formally.
A group of seven men dressed in suits sitting on a sofa in a room with many landscape and still life paintings on the wall behind them. They appear to be at a social gathering or celebration.
A woman in a white dress and a man in a black tuxedo share a playful moment, feeding each other pizza in a dimly lit, elegant room with dark walls, ornate furniture, and a large painting of a woman on the wall. The woman holds a glass of milk.
A dining table decorated with pink flowers, candles, vintage glassware, and delicate porcelain plates, set outdoors with lush greenery in the background.
A man dressed in formal attire, wearing a white shirt and black bow tie, sitting on a wooden chair in a room with floral wallpaper and curtains, holding a glass of whiskey.
A woman dressed in white, wearing a veil, standing near a wooden fence in a sunlit outdoor setting with green grass, trees, and horses grazing in the background.
Group of people dressed in formal attire, holding umbrellas, outdoors on a cloudy day, celebrating a wedding.
People dressed in formal attire holding glasses with orange-colored drinks, possibly at a celebration or gathering.
Colorful flower arrangements and decorated chairs set up outdoors in a lush garden, likely for an event or celebration.
Two people, a woman in a white dress and a man in a tuxedo, stand against a stone wall with Roman numerals for the year 1911 engraved on it. They are dressed formally, and sunglasses are visible on both of them. The woman has long hair styled in wave
At a party, a man in a tuxedo and cowboy hat is holding a drink and taking a selfie with a woman in a yellow dress and cowboy hat. The woman is making a peace sign at the camera.
A bride in a white wedding dress and a groom in a black suit stand on a grassy hill beneath a large tree, with pink flowers and a scenic landscape in the background.
People gathered around a dining table outdoors at night, raising glasses for a toast, surrounded by lush foliage, and lit by candles.
A couple dressed in wedding attire standing on a road surrounded by tall, green cypress trees, holding hands and facing each other.
A woman with long red hair getting her makeup done by another woman with dark hair in a bun in a warmly lit bedroom, with two men sitting on the bed watching. One man has short dark hair and a beard, the other is mostly obscured. The room has a large
Close-up of a person's hand with rings on the fingers, resting on a textured fabric surface. The person is wearing a lace garment with intricate embroidery and tulle fabric.
A woman sitting on a wooden chair holding a baby, a man standing over her, and a dog standing on the floor nearby in a cozy room with floral curtains and a chandelier.
A couple sitting on the deck of a boat, with scenic cliffs and water in the background, enjoying a sunny day.

"She has a true mastery of making the fleeting moments eternal while keeping them artful and timeless.”

A woman in wedding attire, wearing a lace wedding dress and veil, holding part of her dress with one hand.

PHILOSOPHY

Intentional. Immersive. Observational.

I’m drawn to the way a wedding day unfolds in real time—the anticipation, the energy in the room, and the honest exchanges that happen when everyone you love is gathered together.

For couples who believe life’s most beautiful moments are meant to be fully experienced. Those who find joy in travel, gathering around the table, meaningful connections, and celebrations rooted in love. I preserve the feeling of your wedding day so you can be completely present for it.

My approach is intentional and immersive, blending a documentary heart with an editorial eye. I’m there to create space for you to be fully present—to soak in the people you love, the joy of the day, and all the little details you’ll want to hold onto forever.

Because your photographs should be more than a memory of what your wedding looked like. They should bring you back to exactly how it felt.

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Photographs that bring you back to how it all felt.

A bride and groom holding hands under an archway with greenery, trees, and a grassy area in the background. The groom wears a beige suit and brown shoes, and the bride wears a strapless white wedding dress.
Elegant dining table with candles, floral arrangements, and glassware in a warmly lit room with wooden panel walls and a modern chandelier.
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