Lisa Marie Photographie

23/08/2025

✨ Amanda & Matthew ✨
What started as a casual connection turned into real friendship—and now I get to be part of documenting their growing family. It’s not always easy to make true friends as adults, but I feel so lucky we crossed paths.

Also—Amanda is the magic behind my nails (check out if you’re local 💅), and this shoot was done at the beautiful in Carson City! I don’t often get to share studio work (since most of it is bo***ir and my gals prefer to keep those private 😉), but this space is a dream. Tons of natural light, styled props, and they even provided the studio lighting I used. Plus—they got us in last minute!

Growing a tiny human never looked so good. 💛

22/08/2025

“Should we jump in?”
That was the finale. Full clothes. Full joy. Full send. Champagne popped, bagel already devoured.

But let me take you back to how it all started…

I showed up before sunrise — hiking boots on, by my side (bless her for rolling with me at 6am). had everything planned: a morning hike up Eagle Rock with and their pup, Martini. She thought it was just part of their Tahoe tradition… little did she know, forever was waiting at the top.

They made their way to the west side of the rocks while we camped out on the south (or maybe north? Don’t ask me for directions — I just know left, right, and sunrise times). CJ proposed. Natalie said yes (!!). And the handful of travelers nearby became instant cheerleaders.

After a cozy mountaintop moment and a quick change of clothes, we met back up at the lake. I swung by Tahoma Market for some champagne and a pre-dip bagel — because carbs and celebration go hand in hand — and then CJ and Natalie made the call to jump in. No hesitation. Just pure joy.

It was all heart, all laughter, and all them. And I couldn’t be more honored to capture it.

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🐾 Spot Martini
🥂 Full send always wins

20/08/2025

✨Double Exposures✨

They’ll always feel like a little bit of magic to me.

When I first saw one years ago, I couldn’t stop wondering how on earth did they do that? I had to try. After a lot of experimenting (and plenty of fails), they’ve become one of my favorite ways to tell a love story.

What makes these even more special? They’re all created in camera — no Photoshop tricks here. Just two frames layered together: a kiss + the mountain where it happened, an embrace + the lake that’s held a thousand sunsets, a promise + the sky it was made under.

Lately I’ve been pushing myself to step outside of my usual “nose-to-nose” formula and try new things. Sometimes it works, sometimes it doesn’t — but that’s the whole point. Even the failures fuel my fire to keep creating.

Forever inspired by , who sparked this obsession in me 💚

Which one speaks to you most?

13/08/2025

Some moments feel like they were pulled straight out of a movie.

Racim planned the sweetest surprise for Isabel, and the joy between them was contagious. Later, Isabel sent me this:
“You were more than perfect and it’s because of you we have these moments that we can forever cherish and look back on.”

We even had a little audience—some nearby hikers figured out what was happening, quietly filmed, and later shared their video with the couple. Not always my first choice, but sometimes the extra perspective becomes part of the story.

The very next morning I spotted them at sunrise, hand in hand, taking in the lake while I photographed an elopement. Magic.

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11/08/2025

“Between every two pines is a doorway to a new world.” – John Muir 🌲💚

They woke up before the world, hiked in the dark, and promised forever as the first light touched the lake. Sunrise weddings aren’t for the faint of heart — they start with sleepy smiles, bundled jackets, and a quiet climb to somewhere breathtaking. But when the light spills over the water and the only sounds are your vows and the lake far below… it’s worth every early alarm.

Edin & Shelby’s morning was pure magic. At one point, he rested his hand on her arm mid-vows — not posed, not planned — just a quiet reminder they were in it together. Eloping doesn’t mean skipping the emotion; this is still your wedding day. This is still the date you’ll celebrate forever.

From the first look to their private vows, to the sweetest ceremony with , every moment felt intentional. And yes, I brought krempita — a dessert from our shared Eastern European roots — because some love stories deserve an extra layer of sweetness.

…and just when the morning felt like the peak of the magic, we met again at sunset. That one’s worth waiting for. 🌅

03/08/2025

Happy wedding day to these two incredible souls! Not only did they get a bluebird day engagement now they’re getting a bluebird day wedding! Fun fact I actually also photographed the grooms brothers proposal at the same venue so I’m just super excited to be reunited with all and finally get a normal weather wedding day!

01/08/2025

Reno, through their love.
And through mine. 💔

This photo was taken during a recent day-after session — a quiet, intentional moment at their favorite overlook. But today, it feels heavier. After the recent mass shooting at the Grand Sierra Resort, this image holds a different kind of meaning.

As a Route 91 survivor, I know how these tragedies don’t just happen in headlines — they stay with you. In your body. In your breath. In your city.

The scale may not have been the same, but the loss in Reno matters. Every life does.

This image — a double exposure of love and skyline — now feels like a small tribute. A reminder that even in pain, beauty can hold space. That love, always, outshines hate.

Holding Reno close this week.
💜🧡🖤

29/07/2025

“’Cause I’m not easy to understand… but you know me like the back of your hand.” – Miranda Lambert 🤍

Greg + Nicole, pt. 2 Greenhorn Ranch
This part of the session wasn’t about the outfits or the location — it was about them.

The way they move together. The ease. The laughter. The comfort in just being side by side. You can’t fake that kind of connection — it shows up in every frame.

That’s love.

28/07/2025

28/07/2025

Sydney & Nick — I don’t think there’s a better way to describe your love than what was shared during your ceremony: a blend of compassion and stability. From your 6th grade crush (Sydney knew what was up 😉), to sushi dates you didn’t even like, to that flu-season moment where Nick realized he couldn’t live without you—your story is layered, intentional, and so full of heart.

The rain might’ve made a quick cameo, but nothing could dim the joy you brought to this day. You laughed through the sprinkles, held each other close on the beach, and danced like no one was watching (even though I totally was 📸). I feel so lucky to have captured every bit of it.

What you two have is real and grounding. The way you show up for each other—and everyone around you—left a lasting impression on me. You reminded all of us what steady, soul-filled love looks like 💚

Here’s a little sneak peek from one of the most meaningful days I’ve gotten to be part of. I can’t wait to show you more.

💍 Vendor Dream Team
📍 Venue: The Landing / Chelsea
📋 Coordinator: eNVy Event Management — Lynne Barth
💄 Hair & Makeup: La Di Da Beauty — Laura & Jenny
📷 Photography: Lisa Marie Photographie
💐 Flowers & Cake: Candlelight & Roses — April
🕊️ Officiant: Cris Cone (Friend of the Couple)
🎶 Music: Lake DJ — Derek .dj
🎥 Videography: Jason Cheseborough Films

28/07/2025

Does anyone remember June 21st? You know… the day it SNOWED, HAILED, rained, and then turned into full sunshine? ☃️🌧️☀️ Welcome to Tahoe, baby.

Rachel & Garrett said “I do” in all four seasons and somehow made every single moment feel effortless. Meanwhile, I was still mad at Igor for making me clean my car the week before—gloves, hand warmers, sweaters, gone—and Mother Nature had jokes. 🙃

But these two? Cool as ever. When the weather took a turn, they threw the chillest audible and pushed the ceremony by 30 minutes. Because sometimes Tahoe requires a little flexibility and a lot of trust—and lucky me, I get to work with the kind of people who just roll with it. 🫶

I added a few more sneak peeks to hold them over while I finish the full gallery (and yes, we’re dreaming up a cozy fall day-after session too 🍂).

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