Shot primarily on medium format film—with its nostalgic tones and subtle grain—this session leaned into the real, unposed, and beautifully imperfect. As Emma and Jaakko explored Carmel-by-the-Sea, this session felt less like a photoshoot and more like an afternoon adventure.

You should consider Carmel by the Sea engagement photos, as the town is truly unique. It sits on the sea about 2 hours south of San Francisco, north of the Big Sur area. The town itself has an old world sort of charm, and there are flowers, beautiful buildings and nearby beaches you can fit into a 1-2 hour shoot.