Cinematic wedding shot of bride and groom under the bridal veil
Cinematic wide shot of bride and groom walking in beautiful Palm Springs wedding

Los Angeles Wedding Photographer

Documentary-style wedding photography for couples who value authentic moments over staged perfection

Emotional first look between bride and groom at a beautifully lit garden venue calamigos ranch wedding
Beautiful flatlay of wedding rings and bridal details
Cinematic photo of bride holding bridal veil coastal wedding in la jolla san diego california

VALIN WEDDINGS

Elegant. Effortless. Everlasting.

An artful cinematic approach inspired by candid moments and editorial imagery

Romantic bride and groom moment at Intimate Wedding Downtown LA Los Angeles Venue Redbird
Cinematic, timeless wedding at The Mission San Juan Capistrano California

Encapsulating the celebration of your joyous union shaped by love and light with an eye for detail and honorable reverence for storytelling.

Bride quiet moment getting ready by a window with bridal bouquet and lace wedding dress at Lakeview estate and winery wedding
Bride and groom holding hands at coastal wedding in la jolla san diego california
Bride holding beautiful bouquet at Avensole Winery Temecula Wedding

Imagery for the artful, the romantic and those who seek heirlooms that immortalize moments both grand and subtle

Bride and groom kiss in front of a church entrance, with wedding attire and a setting sun creating a warm glow.
Mother crying during ceremony Renaissance Esmeralda Resort wedding
Simple and elegant flatlay of wedding accessories on a blue textured surface, including a pair of white high heels, two cream-colored hardcover books titled "To My Bride" in gold lettering,
Flower girls and bride Canopy Grove Wedding California
A man with dark, wavy hair, a goatee, and mustache standing outdoors on a dirt path with hills in the background during sunset, wearing a dark jacket with his hands in his pockets.

Behind VALIN

Hi, I’m Sage

Los Angeles wedding photographer behind VALIN — drawn to the quiet, unguarded moments

Inspired by the beauty of storytelling through art and photojournalism, my goal is to encapsulate your wedding day through the point of view of your loved ones. I’m a quiet and eager observer waiting to capture the laughs, the tears, and everything in between — so you can be present for every moment. Serving couples throughout Southern California — LA, Malibu, Orange County, and Santa Barbara who choose authenticity over perfection. Available for destination weddings worldwide.

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“I just wanted to express how much we LOVE our photos. They are so perfect in every way. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for capturing so many beautiful moments. I haven't been able to stop looking at them.”

— Elizabeth & Nadav

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At the risk of being creatively cringe, yea I’m posting this. felt cute, might delete later. Love a good Oak Tree + vintage Chrysler moment. A + J | Paso Robles wedding
woods & whites at San Juan Capistrano Los Angeles Wedding Photographer | California Weddings
Welcome to VALIN Hi I’m Sage, a Los Angeles based wedding photographer capturing love stories around Southern California and beyond My approach blends the refined elegance of editorial photography with the raw emotion of documentary style, ca
A collection of flatlays over the years I love photographing flatlay details because they show a glimpse behind the couple’s story and personalities. Even beyond weddings, I think about how the design choices we make are often shaped by our e
A quiet and tender first touch moment for J + L on a warm California afternoon. A gentle reminder of what this day is really about: connection, calm, and the promise that no matter what comes next, you’ll always reach for one another first.✨