orange county

elevated event

photographer

The moments worth gathering for

Modern Celebrations, Timeless Photos.

From intimate baby showers and bridal celebrations to milestone birthdays, anniversaries, and engagement parties — these are the moments that deserve to be fully felt and beautifully remembered.

My approach is a mix of candid connection, thoughtful details, and elevated imagery that captures the atmosphere just as much as the people in it. The laughter, the hugs, the champagne pours, the carefully chosen details, and all the in-between moments that made the day yours.

Women celebrating with champagne during a stylish birthday gathering in Orange County, California captured with candid event photography and elevated lifestyle storytelling details.
Live acoustic music during an intimate outdoor celebration in Southern California featuring elegant event details, florals, and candid elevated party photography.
Children playing with pastel balloons during a stylish backyard birthday celebration in Orange County, California captured with candid lifestyle event photography and joyful summer party moments.
Guests sharing a hug during an intimate outdoor celebration in Southern California, captured with a candid and documentary-style approach. Elevated event photography focused on genuine connection, stylish details, and modern milestone moments.

EVENT photography pricing

Thoughtfully documented celebrations centered around genuine connection, elevated details, and the moments that made your event unforgettable.

A newly engaged couple cutting a wedding cake with the word "Engaged" written on it.

Starting at $550

Includes:
• Candid event coverage
• Detail + atmosphere imagery
• Private online gallery
• Print shop access

Custom quotes available for larger celebrations and multi-hour coverage.

A group of people raising glasses in a toast at a gathering or celebration.
A birthday cake decorated with cactus, cowboy hat, and wagon wheel toppers, and a 'Happy Birthday' sign, outdoors with blurred background.
A clear glass vase with red and white flowers on a white table. In the foreground is a yellow cocktail with a flower garnish, and in the background are blurred people.
A group of people standing outdoors, laughing and talking under a large umbrella, with trees in the background.

let’s celebrate it beautifully

Whether you’re planning an intimate dinner party, baby shower, birthday, or milestone celebration, I’d love to help document it all in a way that feels natural, elevated, and true to the moment.

the photographer

Hey, I’m Tesla — an Orange County lifestyle photographer with a love for documenting people exactly as they are together.

Some of my favorite moments to photograph happen in the middle of celebrations — the hugs between friends, champagne being poured, thoughtful details, kids running around barefoot, emotional speeches, and all the little moments unfolding naturally in between.

My approach is relaxed and observant, with a mix of candid moments and lightly guided direction when needed. The goal is always the same: creating imagery that feels effortless, elevated, and true to the atmosphere of your event.

Whether you’re celebrating a new baby, a milestone birthday, an engagement, anniversary, or simply gathering your favorite people together, I’m there to document it all in a way that feels natural and lasting.

Lifestyle self portrait featuring a female photographer with long wavy hair seated sideways on a wooden box against an off-white studio backdrop in natural light.
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What clients say

  • A group of women cheering champagne glasses at an elevated event in Laguna Beach, CA.

    “I have gone to Tesla for years now for photos and I will keep going back for more! I love her so much. “

  • A Costa Mesa, CA couple pouring champagne for their guests at their engagement party located at The Shindy.

    “I’ve had professional photos taken before and my session with Tesla was by far my favorite! She makes you feel super comfortable and tells you what to do. My photos came out amazing! I will definitely be booking another session in the future with her! Book with Tesla!”

  • A mother and Author celebrating the release of her new children's book in Orange County, CA.

    “Tesla is just simply amazing! She shot some of the most precious memories of my life, if you don’t know what you are doing she will help with posing and outfit ideas. I highly recommend her!”