A classic light blue vintage car parked in front of a mid-century modern house with palm trees and mountains in Palm Springs.
A romantic black and white photograph of a couple embracing in a scenic desert mountain landscape.
A wedding couple stands amidst a desert landscape with yellow wildflowers and mountains in the background at sunset.
Dramatic black and white low angle shot of a person dramatically stretching or dancing in dark clothing.

hi, i'm ruth

...and I love to take photos.
No really, it brings me so much joy to create images that people can look back at for years to come and think.. "hey, that's me and I looked pretty good."
Not everyone feels comfortable in front of the camera, believe me, I'm one of them.. I do my best to make your photo session fun and relaxed so you can actually enjoy yourself with the people you love -- and bonus, it all gets documented.

more about me
A couple in white clothing holding hands on a sandy beach showing a pregnant belly and tattoo covered arm.
A black and white romantic photo of a couple kissing under a flowing wedding veil.
A couple holding hands in front of a vibrant flowering red bougainvillea bush and green hedge.
A vintage convertible car parked on a desert road at sunset with mountains in the background.
A black and white wedding photo of a couple standing between large desert rock formations at Joshua Tree National Park.
A small intimate desert wedding ceremony during sunset with attendees wearing white and earth-toned clothing.
Two people stand in a grassy field at sunset with trees on the horizon during golden hour.
Two people stand together at sunset in Joshua Tree National Park with desert landscape and Joshua trees in background.
A couple stands together atop a sand dune against a dramatic desert landscape in black and white photography.
People standing in front of a decorative white lattice wall with red flowers nearby, viewed through a blurred foreground element.
Couple sitting on a classic convertible car surrounded by palm trees in Palm Springs on a sunny day.
Hiker walking between narrow canyon walls during sunset in a dramatic desert landscape.
Silhouette of two distant figures walking across pristine sand dunes in a desert landscape at sunset.
Family enjoys a golden sunset moment in an olive grove with sunlight streaming through the trees.
A couple in formal wedding attire stands by a tranquil lake with palm trees and lush grass at sunset.
A classic red Mercedes convertible parked in a desert mountain landscape at sunset.
Wedding party in formal attire stands against a brick wall with dramatic shadow and lighting during outdoor ceremony.
A goldendoodle dog sits next to someone wearing a black tuxedo and bowtie on a woven basket ottoman.
A black and white wedding photo showing a groom in a dark suit holding an elegant bouquet of roses and flowers.
A couple in wedding attire stands by a lake while a dog plays in the water behind them during an outdoor ceremony.
A couple walks hand in hand on a palm tree-lined path at a desert resort with mountains in the background.
A vast desert landscape in Joshua Tree National Park with hikers on trail surrounded by iconic twisted trees at sunset.
Close-up view of a white lace wedding dress and khaki pants as couple stands in golden sunlit field.
A wedding couple dancing together on a tree-lined city sidewalk, with the bride's white dress flowing in movement.
A couple in wedding attire pose with their vintage convertible in a desert landscape at golden hour.
A couple embraces on a grassy hillside during golden hour sunset, with sunlight creating a warm backlit glow.
Family and their dog enjoying a sunset nature walk together in a wooded park setting on a golden afternoon.
A person walks along dramatic granite rock formations at dusk in Joshua Tree National Park's landscape.
Silhouettes of a family hiking at sunset among Joshua trees and rock formations in Joshua Tree National Park.
A group sits together wearing matching black jackets and orange accents among large desert rock formations at sunset.
Two people walking through a grassy field at sunset with trees silhouetted against the golden sky.
A candid low-angle shot of a happy family huddled together in a circle formation against a bright sky background.
A silhouetted couple embraces near a Joshua tree against a desert sunset in Joshua Tree National Park.
Silhouetted figures walking up a hill during golden hour with light rays breaking through the mountain peak.
Black and white vintage photo showing two people walking in opposite directions on a street with a car in the background.
Elegant couple poses in desert landscape with mountains, person in emerald green dress showing pregnancy bump at sunset.
Outdoor garden wedding ceremony under white pergola with white chairs and guests on sunny autumn day.
A couple shares a romantic moment on a sunlit path next to a wooden fence during golden hour.
Two silhouetted figures stand atop a rocky hill against an overcast sky during golden hour.
A couple embraces in front of blooming bougainvillea and palm trees during sunset in a tropical garden setting.
Person in white silk robe reaching up to hold a wedding dress hanging in front of sunlit bay windows.
A joyful black and white wedding photo of two people in tuxedos laughing together during an intimate moment.
Hikers exploring rocky desert terrain surrounded by large sandstone formations on a hazy day.

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kind words

“We really enjoyed working w Ruth, because we could feel she was truly engaged in the shoot.There were plenty of planned shots to take,but she was definitely open to improvising within the environment & actively looked for interesting backgrounds & lighting to take advantage of.Communication was open & collaborative. It was clear that Ruth was present, & not just doing a job of taking photos. We never felt self conscious or uncomfortable.”