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Daniel Cruz | Los Angeles Wedding Photographer + Destination Wedding Photographer
Daniel Cruz | Los Angeles Wedding Photographer + Destination Wedding Photographer
Engagement

Newport Beach Engagement Photos on a Sailboat | Elegant Ocean Love Story

There is no one quite like Mike + Gabrielle – two of the sweetest souls you could meet

Mike + Gabrielle decided on a romantic sunset sailing engagement session around Newport Beach, with a bottle of Veuve and a couple of champagne glasses to celebrate the evening.

Being on a sailboat for a shoot makes sessions so much fun because of the challenge of a moving, limited-space setting. We managed to capture several looks and ended the night cutting through the peaceful bay. I couldn’t have asked for a more fun engagement session on the water, and I’m looking forward to their wedding at Serendipity Gardens later this year!

A sailing engagement session isn’t just about the setting—it’s about the experience.

  • Movement creates natural emotion — wind, water, and motion bring photos to life
  • Elevated & unique — far less common than standard beach sessions
  • Intimate atmosphere — just you, your partner, and the open ocean
  • Luxury aesthetic — clean lines, textures, and tones feel effortlessly high-end

It’s the perfect choice for couples who want something refined, cinematic, and slightly adventurous.

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Alex and Will, in the heart of Birmingham From th Alex and Will, in the heart of Birmingham

From the backwoods welcoming dinner, to a night in the city for their wedding day - the constants were their family love that surrounded them and their love and focus on one another their whole weekend. This is one of those weekends I wish I could replay over and over again. What an incredible couple! @ravellotrattoria #alabamawedding #authenticwedding #southernwedding
Nothing more romantic than a sunset sail along the Nothing more romantic than a sunset sail along the coast. Love this engagement session with Mike + Gabrielle! ⛵️
Lexie + Alex’s New York wedding at Bourne Mansion Lexie + Alex’s New York wedding at Bourne Mansion was such a legendary day for the sweetest souls and family. An unforgettable father - daughter first look, and the dad’s coolest classic car! Dancing among the stars. So many incredible moments that made it difficult to pick only 20 images! 

This whole weekend will always be one of my favorites 💙 @bournemansion @thebridesoflongisland @lessingsweddings @lessingshospitality #bournemansionwedding #nywedding
Flew up to San Jose for the most beautiful wedding Flew up to San Jose for the most beautiful wedding day with Erica + Tyler at Coyote Ranch - 2 people that bring the sunshine with them wherever they go! So grateful to have photographed Erica’s brother’s wedding as well 💙 #sanjosewedding #authenticwedding @coyoteranchevents
Fun in Long Island City w/ Lexie + Alex! What a pe Fun in Long Island City w/ Lexie + Alex! What a perfect sunset 🌅 Love this couple of much! 💙 #longislandwedding #longislandengagement

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