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Hey there! Welcome to my blog where I document real life stories of the wonderful couples I've gotten the chance to capture photos for. So what are you waiting for? Dive in, explore, and connect with me!

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Backyard Los Angeles Micro-Wedding

Jackie contacted me about a month ago to photograph their backyard Los Angeles Micro-Wedding. The day came by so fast and the excitement of the day was palpable. I loved seeing all the details Jackie and David choose to represent their day. In addition, the love and warmth from all their family and friends could […]

Intimate Weddings & Elopements

SoCal Meets the Warm Midwest Woods in this Rust + Macrame Wedding Inspiration

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SoCal Meets the Warm Midwest Woods in this Rust + Macrame Wedding Inspiration

This was my first styled shoot that I have ever officially put on and it was an INCREDIBLE experience. On top of that, our styled shoot is now featured in Green Wedding Shoes, one of the top wedding industry blogs. I have LOVED every single second of creating this vision come to life with these […]

Intimate Weddings & Elopements

Midwest Wisconsin Micro-Wedding Elopement

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Midwest Wisconsin Micro-Wedding Elopement

This couple right here. There are not enough words to describe how amazing my clients are this year. Zoe and Austin have been so positive and go with the flow during these challenging times and I could not have been more blessed with a gracious and loving couple. Being able to witness these two profess […]

Intimate Weddings & Elopements

Even driving through Yosemite National Park is an awe inspiring experience – but imagine saying your vows in front of the granite walls and towering peaks. Imagine hiking through dense forest and being rewarded with incredible views of the glacier-carved valley. For any adventurous couple who’s decided to ditch the traditional wedding and get married […]

Looking to get married in San Diego? Look no further than these top wedding venues! There are so many wedding venues in San Diego with different backdrops and buildings. Some of these venue are ones I’ve photographed or have connected with the owners before at a wedding fair! I’ve enjoyed pulling this list together to […]

Minnesota-Micro-Wedding-Backyard

A Wes Anderson inspired micro-wedding Sofia and Evan’s backyard micro-wedding elopement in Minnesota was one I will always remember. Ever since I had met with them at Cream & Amber I knew that we would get along very well. Sofia had a mood board prepared for her engagement shoot. I got all the feels as […]

Eloping at Taft Point A sunset at Taft Point in Yosemite National Park is set to always be a wonderful backdrop to your elopement. This was the case for Emma and Sam as we adventured along the trail to get to Taft Point which afforded us the sweeping views of Yosemite Valley. They both got […]

Eloping along the West Coast An elopement ceremony to commemorate your love story in a gorgeous setting, one with plenty of options for different vignettes, is incredibly important. I can tell you there is a secluded gem about an hour’s drive from Carmel and Monterey whose extraordinary vistas are an inspiration—Big Sur, California. This breathtaking […]

SoCal Meets the Warm Midwest Woods in this Rust + Macrame Wedding Inspiration

This was my first styled shoot that I have ever officially put on and it was an INCREDIBLE experience. On top of that, our styled shoot is now featured in Green Wedding Shoes, one of the top wedding industry blogs. I have LOVED every single second of creating this vision come to life with these […]

Midwest Wisconsin Micro-Wedding Elopement

This couple right here. There are not enough words to describe how amazing my clients are this year. Zoe and Austin have been so positive and go with the flow during these challenging times and I could not have been more blessed with a gracious and loving couple. Being able to witness these two profess […]

The name's Leah.

Hey there!

I am the photographer and author behind the Leah Rivera Photography blog. I love to capture the moments that aren’t planned and the deep love you feel for one another. I love couples who couldn’t care less if their feet get a little dirty or if their hair is messed up! I actively pursue ways to bring joy to every couple I work with. If you’re looking to book a photographer that is just as goofy, fun-loving and all about excellent customer service, then let’s chat today and plan our next adventure together!