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Stephanie Ip Photography Los Angeles & OC Photographer | Specializing in proposals, weddings, and family milestones. Heartfelt, natural storytelling through timeless imagery.

11/02/2026

Three couples on 3 different days, the same ten feet of dirt above Avalon Harbor, the same 35mm lens. Look at what the sunlight does. ⁠
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Between July and late October it moved thirty-five degrees down the horizon, and sunset slid almost two hours earlier. By October the hillside was putting the couple in shade while the harbor behind them stayed lit.⁠
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If you’re planning something at this popular location on the island, it’s worth to know the difference in lighting, and your overall experience before and after the proposal matters too. In October, sun sets earlier, golf cart rental returns earlier. Summer is nice, but it is going to be hot in the outdoors.⁠
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Same spot, three different afternoons. The edit and the couples tell a story of their own, never the same.⁠
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The sky didn’t fit the vibe twice before it was right.⁠⁠Not raining. Just flat — the particular grey that settles over t...
10/26/2026

The sky didn’t fit the vibe twice before it was right.⁠
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Not raining. Just flat — the particular grey that settles over this stretch of coast and doesn’t showcase its dramatic view. Mom had asked for a glowey cotton candy like sunset, and this was the first proper set of family photographs since her children were little. So we moved the date. Then we moved it again.⁠
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Two months later, on the third evening, the sky did what she had described. Read more about our experience with this family on our blog. Link in bio.⁠⁠⁠⁠

Where else could be more suiting for a bridal shower to takes place at the comfort of your own home? Having the most qui...
10/21/2026

Where else could be more suiting for a bridal shower to takes place at the comfort of your own home? Having the most quiet and private time among your bridesmaids, friends and family you are closest with. ⁠
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Are you thinking of hosting one yourself? ⁠
Take a peek at this one where the mother of the bride planned it all. Simple but true to the heart.⁠

Read more about the details of the party on our blog ➡️ https://photography.stephanieip.com/journal/at-home-bridal-shower-ideas/

10/18/2026

15-minutes on the bluffs at Lunada Bay. Or 30-mins at Malaga Cove Plaza and a cozy studio space.

This year we are hosting our Holiday sessions in Palos Verdes Estates:

Sun, Oct 25 · Lunada Bay · 15 min
Sun, Nov 8 · Malaga Cove Plaza & Studio · 30 min

Families of five or fewer, pets welcome. Your gallery arrives within three days, in time for holiday cards order!

Check out the link in our profile for more information.

Moments before he sees his beautiful bride the first time, and their teary promising vows at the alter. Congratulations,...
10/14/2026

Moments before he sees his beautiful bride the first time, and their teary promising vows at the alter.

Congratulations, Fatima & Evan 🥂✨

📍 Venue The Elms Hotel & Spa The Elms Hotel and Spa, Excelsior Springs, MO
🗒️ Planner Cori at Composure Events Composure Events
📸 Photographer Stephanie Stephanie Ip | Documentary Wedding and Family Photographer Stephanie Ip Photography
📽️ Videographer Nathan Glenwood Weddings Glenwood Weddings
💋 Hair & Makeup by Brandy Brandy Allen
💐 Florist Emma Kansas City Wedding Florist- Emma Olmedo Floriography Kansas City
👰🏻‍♀️ Wedding Dress by Galia Lahav Galia Lahav
🤵🏼 Tux by Indochino INDOCHINO
👨🏻‍⚖️ Officiant Chris Chris Nicolosi
🪩 DJ & Music Violetta Strings Violetta Strings




Every detail planned with intention — pale lavender running through the whole day, a mantilla veil whose lace repeats th...
10/13/2026

Every detail planned with intention — pale lavender running through the whole day, a mantilla veil whose lace repeats the flowers on her sleeves. Gold hoops instead of bouquets, strung with pearls and calla lilies. A book of vows with his name written on the front. And the women who have known her longest, who have been through seasons of life with her, and watched her turn the page.

Congratulations, Fatima & Evan 🥂✨

📍 Venue The Elms Hotel & Spa The Elms Hotel and Spa, Excelsior Springs, MO
🗒️ Planner Cori at Composure Events Composure Events
📸 Photographer Stephanie Stephanie Ip | Documentary Wedding and Family Photographer Stephanie Ip Photography
📽️ Videographer Nathan Glenwood Weddings Glenwood Weddings
💋 Hair & Makeup by Brandy Brandy Allen
💐 Florist Emma Kansas City Wedding Florist- Emma Olmedo Floriography Kansas City
👰🏻‍♀️ Wedding Dress by Galia Lahav Galia Lahav
🤵🏼 Tux by Indochino INDOCHINO
👨🏻‍⚖️ Officiant Chris Chris Nicolosi
🪩 DJ & Music Violetta Strings Violetta Strings




From Los Angeles to Kansas City, Fatima and Evan kicked off the wedding weekend with a walk around the iconic Union Stat...
10/13/2026

From Los Angeles to Kansas City, Fatima and Evan kicked off the wedding weekend with a walk around the iconic Union Station, enjoying the quiet moments together before the party begins.

📍 Welcome Dinner Pierpont's at Union Station Pierpont’s at Union Station, Kansas City, MO
🗒️ Planner Cori at Composure Events Composure Events
📸 Photographer Stephanie Stephanie Ip | Documentary Wedding and Family Photographer Stephanie Ip Photography

10/04/2026

He worked at opening a clam shell like box for a moment, walked aside to find a better grip and angle (for the cameras ✨). One knee down, everyone cheered.

Can you tell it was just a coincidence? This will remain a mystery only C & S will know. ❤️

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Here are the frames I would have missed, and that nobody asks for.⁠⁠The shot list has the ring, the kiss, the first look...
09/24/2026

Here are the frames I would have missed, and that nobody asks for.⁠
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The shot list has the ring, the kiss, the first look, the family lined up in order - those matter and we take them as the event unfolds. But the frames we keep coming back to are the ones in between moments — somebody’s hand on somebody’s back, a laugh that lands half a second after the joke, the look two people give each other when they think the camera has moved on.⁠
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That’s most of what we do, honestly. Take the photographs you asked for, then wait for the real moment that tells a story of the day.⁠
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Slide 1 & 2: Private vows that only belong to the couple, the quiet moment they get to share right before the see all of their guests. Whether you choose it to do it private or at the alter, they are both meaningful in their own ways.⁠
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Slide 3 & 4: The blessing and heartwarming speeches that only happened at the rehearsal dinner. Not many care for these memories to be captured, but they truly tell a story of your Wedding weekend.⁠
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Slide 5: When the bride is in the moment of their Wedding day - listening in to the Planner’s directions, getting glam and doll up for their best day ever.⁠
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Slide 6: Behind the scenes of how florist work to get the setup down even when it means they need to climb a few steps with a rope or two.⁠
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Slide 7 & 8: The unplanned moment with their parents. Groom’s mom requested to see her son before the ceremony because she hasn’t seen him all morning. Dad accepted the unplanned First Look with his daughter before he walked her down the isle. ⁠
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Slide 9 & 10: The mini hideaway moments between the couple right after their ceremony. Thank you for letting me sneak in!⁠
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Slide 11: Unexpected incidents happen, and we all laugh about it.⁠
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Slide 12: The golden light that happened well into their reception. We snuck the couple out for a quick outfit change and portraits time.⁠
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Slide 13: The night time portrait with the party still happening behind you, and the true grand exit straight into their getaway vehicle.⁠
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Khloe thought they were stopping at the beach before a nice dinner. She had no idea. Congratulations Mark and Khloe. 🤍  ...
08/24/2026

Khloe thought they were stopping at the beach before a nice dinner. She had no idea. Congratulations Mark and Khloe. 🤍


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