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Mill Valley Wedding, Engagement, Portrait, and Event Photographer

Mill Valley, California sits under Mount Tam with redwood groves, shingled cottages, and creekside paths. Trails, stair streets, and nearby coastal overlooks give you calm, cinematic backdrops for weddings, engagements, portraits, and events.

Services Offered in Mill Valley

We photograph redwood vows, hillside homes, and coastal overlooks—quiet direction, clean color, real moments.

  • Redwood & garden weddings
  • Trail, town & coastal engagements
  • Branding for creatives and studios
  • Corporate retreats & off-sites
  • Family & milestone portraits
  • On-location headshot stations

Why Mill Valley

Redwood shade, creek bridges, and foggy mornings. Add Mount Tam trails and Marin Headlands views minutes away.

Working with Us

We plan around weekend traffic, park permits, and coastal wind. We time portraits for soft light under the canopy.

Weddings in Mill Valley

Popular vibes: woodsy ceremonies, modern lodge receptions, and short walks to portrait spots that feel private.

Engagements & Proposals

Propose in a redwood grove, on a Mount Tam overlook, or at a quiet Headlands cove. Finish on Miller Avenue for a casual set.

Destination Engagements

Weekend idea: sunrise at Marin Headlands, brunch downtown, redwood portraits at Old Mill Park, sunset at Rodeo Beach.

Portraits & Branding

Artist studios, modern cottages, and trailheads fit founders, designers, and families who want a natural look.

Corporate & Events

We cover leadership retreats and off-sites with candid storytelling and polished team photos.

What Sets Us Apart

  • Redwood and fog lighting expertise
  • Hybrid coverage (digital + film)
  • Planner-friendly timelines
  • Natural, true-to-place edits

Best Time & Locations

Spring and fall shine. Favorites: Old Mill Park, Mount Tam trails, Cascade Falls area, Marin Headlands beaches (nearby).

Where to Stay

Luxury

  • Mill Valley Inn
  • Mountain Home Inn (Mount Tam)
  • Cavallo Point (nearby Sausalito)

Mid-Range

  • Acqua Hotel (Mill Valley)
  • Tamalpais Motel–style boutiques
  • Holiday Inn Express Mill Valley

Affordable

  • Local inns and B&Bs
  • Marin Headlands hostels/cabins (nearby)
  • Airbnb cottages

Popular Wedding Venues

  • Mill Valley Community Center
  • Old Mill Park (permit sites)
  • Mountain Home Inn
  • Outdoor overlooks on Mount Tam

FAQ

Do you secure permits? Yes—city parks, Marin Headlands, and Muir Woods/State Park areas when needed.

What should we wear? Solid, textured fabrics for redwood shade; layers for coastal breeze.

How fast is delivery? Weddings 6–8 weeks; portraits/events 2–3 weeks.

Get in Touch

Planning something in Mill Valley? Contact us to start the conversation.

Facts About Mill Valley

  • Location: Marin County, California
  • Known for: Redwoods, Mount Tam, arts scene
  • Nearby: Sausalito, Tiburon, San Francisco
  • Annual Events: Mill Valley Film Festival; Dipsea Race
  • Climate: Mild coastal with marine layer



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