Kassandra Thomsen Photography

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Vivian and Grant had one of the most loving communities and friend/family inclusive ceremonies I have ever had the pleas...
08/29/2026

Vivian and Grant had one of the most loving communities and friend/family inclusive ceremonies I have ever had the pleasure of being a part of documenting. It was truly beautiful watching so many friends participate in reminding them what’s important about a deep and committed, loving relationship… vulnerability, fun, respect to name a few. Thank you for letting Us along for the ride and learning from your love story. Can’t wait to watch the next chapters unfold. We also had a dream team of vendors!

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Venue: Amphitheater of the Redwoods at Pema Osel Ling
Planner Mia || Day Of Wedding Coordinator || Santa Cruz, CA
Second shooter Orbie Pullen
Stunning and magical florals Cristina McCutcheon
Hair and Make up Grace Lin
Pies Companion Bakeshop
Dress KAMPERETT
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When I met Stef and Grace over zoom were clicked instantly as we sat all in our casual pretty much pj’s, hair in buns an...
08/21/2026

When I met Stef and Grace over zoom were clicked instantly as we sat all in our casual pretty much pj’s, hair in buns and glasses in place neatly ready for bed. They told me about how Grace’s family had been coming to Aptos for years and it held such a special place they wanted to get married there. I had no idea the day they finally would and we met in person two super models would should up! Stef laughed at me when I said this and explained she never really had even worn make up before!!! Spending the day with these two amazing women and their equally loving, smart and hilarious families was such an honor. Congratulations Grace Cotter and Stef as 90 year old Grandma TT said as she concluded marring you “ yay Gay marriage!!!” 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈✨ Gay marriage || all love welcome here || Santa Cruz wedding photographer || aptos beach || beach wedding || le***an wedding inspo

Sometimes you have a special fur baby and he needs a tux and he needs to steal the show for portraits and that’s just ho...
08/20/2026

Sometimes you have a special fur baby and he needs a tux and he needs to steal the show for portraits and that’s just how we roll!!! Brianna and Austin Obi was such a ham!!! Thanks for letting come along to document your beautiful love story. Second photographer Orbie Pullen Venue Chaminade Resort & Spa Hair and make up Blush Makeup Studio Dresses Trudys Brides Tux Men's Wearhouse || Santa Cruz wedding || Santa Cruz wedding photographer || Chaminade resort || Chaminade resort wedding || best dog

08/13/2026

These two wanted a little less stress on their wedding day, and some more time for portraits with their beautiful attire. We planned out a few special hours a few weeks before their wedding, zero stress, zero rush and have these beautiful memories to show for it. Thanks Bryanna Denti and Ani Gowd for trusting me to not get you too dirty before your wedding day! Can’t wait to celebrate your love! Santa Cruz Wedding || Santa Cruz wedding photographer || Indian wedding Bay Area || wedding portraits || beach wedding inspo || Bay Area Wedding Photographer || Big Sur Wedding Photographer || Santa Cruz Elopement || Santa Cruz Elopement photographer || Santa Cruz Photographer

Rachel and Jack chose to do their engagement session at , and honestly, I don’t think I could’ve dreamed up a more perf...
07/02/2026

Rachel and Jack chose to do their engagement session at , and honestly, I don’t think I could’ve dreamed up a more perfect spot for them if I tried.

They drank wine, wandered through books, and spent the evening pretending I wasn’t third-wheeling their date night with also shooting BTS. 😂

I love sessions like this because there’s no pressure to perform or create some big moment. You just get to exist together in a space you genuinely love, and somehow those always end up being my favorite photos.

Also, if every future engagement session could include a bookstore and a bottle of rosé, I certainly wouldn’t complain. 📚🍷❤️ Santa Cruz Photographer || California Engagement Photographer || Bookstore Engagement || Engagement Session Inspo ||Couples Photography || Editorial Engagement ||Santa Cruz Engagement || Bad Anima lBooks

06/30/2026

Bella thought they were just out exploring a new beach. She passed me and thinking we were just another couple taking each other’s photos. What she didn’t know was that Jordan had been planning this with me for months! He brought her all the way from out of state to these epic Santa Cruz cliffs on purpose, and that he was about to ask her to marry him. Her reaction said it all. Congrats you two. 🌊
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He picked Big Sur. I picked the spot …another surprise…somewhere they’d never been. She said yes before he even finished...
05/27/2026

He picked Big Sur. I picked the spot …another surprise…somewhere they’d never been.
She said yes before he even finished the question. 🌊💍

The wildflowers. That ring. This coast. I can’t.

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Big Sur doesn’t do anything halfway. 🌿🌊There was a soft rain falling all morning, the kind that settles into the cliffs ...
05/13/2026

Big Sur doesn’t do anything halfway. 🌿🌊
There was a soft rain falling all morning, the kind that settles into the cliffs and turns everything misty and moody and absolutely ethereal. Because that’s the thing about this coastline. It doesn’t need perfect skies to be magic. It just is.
But then, of course! right as the bride could be spotted through the trees at the ceremony, the clouds began to part. The light came pouring through and the rain magically slowed to a stop. By golden hour, Big Sur was putting on a show like only she can. 🌅
This one was particularly special because I honored to have associate shot this beautiful day for my incredibly talented friend 🖤 and I got to finally bring my son Kaden along to assist me!
Big Sur, you never miss.
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05/12/2026

Fall Creek is one of my personal favorite places to hike so when Kellie and Peter said the wanted to do their engagement there and I were super stoked to capture some of its magic. The thing I love is no matter how many times you have gone here different seasons and years bring so many different things to see. This time around the river was flowing perfectly for playing around with some slow shutter. definitely inspired my playful side again and I’m so happy with how these turned out. Thank you three for helping me cross the river with my cameras like a crazy woman to play around some more!

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04/28/2026

First time heading back to Sutro Baths and Lands End in a hot minute and I am so, so glad Vivian and Grant suggested it for their engagement session. We had way too much fun chatting about beach volleyball and body injuries that we didn’t even notice how late it got till the mosquitos were coming for us! I can’t wait to celebrate your wedding in a few months! Sutro Baths Engagement photoshoot Lands End Engagement photoshoot San Francisco Wedding Photographer Santa Cruz Wedding Photographer San Francisco Sunset engagement

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