One night, the bride’s mom said something that stopped me in my tracks...
One night, the bride’s mom said something that stopped me in my tracks...
“You just really saw her. I was watching you tonight and I could tell that you just really saw her," she told me.
That compliment hit my right between the eyes, and I still think about those words often. I’ve always had a knack for reading a room and catching the unspoken stuff.
It matters to me that these photos showcase who you are and that they become part of your love-legacy. Part of the visual story of your life and of all the ones you've loved and of all the ones who have loved you.
I’m a sentimental sap for my own life
I’m a sentimental sap for my own life
And side note, I think you should be too
And side note, I think you should be too
My husband and I joke all the time that we have an amazing microculture in our little home (and yes, I am a HUGE pain in the ass about documenting it all).
In our house Lord of the Rings is quoted daily, memes are sent across the room, and our dog opens presents every year on Christmas and her birthday. We have dozens, probably hundreds, of little traditions and rituals that feel sacred to us, and I bet you do too.
I bet you have the best microculture together. All those beautiful, ordinary, totally unique things that make up your life together. And I think you deserve to romanticize and document the hell out of it.
Hello there!
I’m Brittany
these are Some of the amazing humans who have trusted me with their stories!!!
"Brittany absolutely exceeded all my expectations,
-Reyna & Marco
And brought my wedding photo dreams to LIFE! She radiated the most warming, caring, and fun energy and personality! She was so easy to like and feel comfortable around, it truly felt like she was our friend. The pictures are EVERYTHING I DREAMED OF AND MORE! As I look back at photos, I'm instantly brought back to the moment and can feel our love shining through."
The Logistics Girlie You Didn’t Know You Needed
The Logistics Girlie You Didn’t Know You Needed
Before I became a photographer, I worked in grad school admissions processing hundreds of applications, making sure every detail was accounted for, and quietly keeping a thousand moving parts on track.
(Fun side note: on my lunch breaks, I would YouTube photography tutorials and use phone apps to learn the exposure triangle, while I saved up for my first camera!)
I'm Never nonchalant About Your Wedding.
I’m all chalant, all the time baby.
I'm Never nonchalant About Your Wedding.
I’m all chalant, all the time baby.
Now, I channel those same skills into being obnoxiously over prepared for wedding days.
I’ll build you a timeline that breathes. I’ll make space for the inevitable chaos. And I’ll be the one with the watch and the backup plan, so that you don’t miss the moments together that actually matter.
I’ve been doing it for couples since 2018—through wild weather, missing florals, surprise family tensions—oh, and a pandemic—and every kind of timeline curveball. I don’t wing it. I never have.
While that wasn’t my dream job, it taught me how to get really good at making sure nothing fell through the cracks.
While that wasn’t my dream job, it taught me how to get really good at making sure nothing fell through the cracks.
And I mean really good.
it's time for a little Q&A!
who is brittany Bender Anyway??
02
What part of a wedding day never fails to make you cry?
When I see parents, family, or friends become emotional while looking at the couple. It is Always a profoundly humanizing moment.
01
Fatal flaw?
I have a tendency to do accidental spit takes at inappropriate moments.
Also cheese.
03
Favorite Place?
1) The San Diego Zoo, specifically by the koalas.
2) Floating in a body of water.
3) Wherever my dog is.
04
What’s Your Favorite Fun Fact About Weddings?
If you want people to actually dance at your wedding, put on ABBA and watch what happens.
05
Go To Karaoke Song?
All Too Well
(10-minute version, obviously)
06
Favorite drink?
1) A Negroni.
2) My husband’s morning coffee.
3) A San Diego IPA in my Luke Skywalker pint glass.
07
What Is A Weird Talent You Have?
I can recite the opening monologue to The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring from memory
My Values
Love is love. I’m proud to offer a body-affirming, LGBTQ+ celebrating space that honors all races, all identities, and all love stories. Everyone deserves to feel safe and truly seen in their photos. Your story belongs here, exactly as you are.
