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South Lake Tahoe

South Lake Tahoe Wedding, Engagement, Portrait, and Event Photographer

South Lake Tahoe, California delivers alpine peaks, pine forests, and crystal water. Ski lifts, coves, and lodge patios give you cinematic backdrops for weddings, engagements, portraits, and events.

Services Offered in South Lake Tahoe

We photograph mountaintop vows, lakefront portraits, and polished resort events—clear direction, natural color, on-time delivery.

Resort & lakefront weddings
Ski-lift, shoreline & forest engagements
Adventure elopements
Portraits & branding for outdoor brands
Corporate retreats & conferences
Family & milestone sessions

Why South Lake Tahoe

Blue water, granite peaks, and walkable resort villages. Guests get casino nightlife next to national-park calm. Photos feel bold and timeless.

Working with Us

We plan wind-aware timelines, coordinate permits, and scout shade and snow routes. Film + digital coverage keeps your gallery clean and cohesive.

Weddings in South Lake Tahoe

Looks we love: lakefront lawns, lodge patios, and gondola-access peaks. Blue hour by the water is a must—bring a wrap and we’ll handle the light.

Engagements & Proposals

Propose at Emerald Bay overlooks, on a quiet cove, or mid-slope after last chair. We plan discreet coverage and post-proposal portraits.

Destination Engagements

Half-day idea: sunrise at Emerald Bay, coffee in the village, forest trails, sunset on a pier. Winter: snow portraits, hot cocoa, twinkle lights.

Portraits & Branding

For guides, hotels, and makers: clean lifestyle sets by docks, trails, and lodge interiors. Families: playful shoreline sessions with quick candids.

Corporate & Events

We cover keynotes, team activities, and gala nights across resorts. Same-week selects available for PR and social.

What Sets Us Apart

Permit and resort coordination
Hybrid film + digital
Mountain weather planning
True-to-skin tones, timeless edits

Best Time & Locations

Winter snow glow, spring melt, long summer light, and crisp fall color. Favorites: Emerald Bay, Lakeside Beach, Van Sickle trails, Heavenly gondola overlooks.

Where to Stay

Luxury

Edgewood Tahoe Resort
The Landing Resort & Spa

Mid-Range

Marriott’s Timber Lodge
Hotel Azure
Basecamp South Lake Tahoe

Affordable

Local cabins and lodges
Camp Richardson (seasonal)

Popular Wedding Venues

Edgewood Tahoe
The Landing Resort & Spa
Valhalla Tahoe
Beach Retreat & Lodge
Lake Tahoe Resort Hotel

FAQ

Do you secure permits? Yes—for beaches, Emerald Bay viewpoints, and forest lands as required.

What should we wear? Neutral layers; boots or block heels for sand, snow, and granite.

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

Get in Touch

Planning something in South Lake Tahoe? Contact us to start the conversation.

Facts About South Lake Tahoe

Location: El Dorado County, CA (Nevada border nearby)
Known for: Emerald Bay, ski resorts, clear alpine lake
Nearby: Stateline NV, Zephyr Cove, Tahoe City
Annual Events: American Century Championship; Valhalla Art, Music & Theatre Festival; Tahoe Brewfest; Heavenly Holidays
Climate: Long winters, sunny summers, cool nights