Assorted cupcakes and mini desserts on a wooden display at a bakery, with focus on red velvet cupcakes topped with white frosting and red sprinkles.

Bride and groom walking through guests holding sparklers at night- Portrait Photography

Iced coffee with cream and cinnamon, and a muffin on a tray

Plate with two spring rolls, mixed berry fruit, and a small side salad with cucumber slices and arugula. The plate has 'Claudine' written on the rim.

Outdoor cafe with wrought iron furniture, chandeliers, and ocean view.

Outdoor wedding setup with white chairs, floral arrangements, white aisle runner, and an arch overlooking the ocean with palm trees in the background.

Meeting room with a long black table, office chairs, a large round wall sign, and a surfboard standing near the window.

A happy man and woman running hand in hand through a covered outdoor corridor with arches and tiled floor.

An outdoor bar setup with various drinks including cocktails and wine bottles on a wooden counter. A palm tree and greenery are in the background, along with a menu displaying signature cocktails.

People are dancing in a circle at a celebration or party in a large room with big windows.

Wedding party walking on a waterfront with a city skyline in the background. Bride in a white gown, groom in a tuxedo, and bridesmaids and groomsmen in black formal attire.

Assorted jars and containers filled with colorful candies and sweets on a table at a celebration or party.

Interior of a casual restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a counter area with menu boards and a chalkboard wall, and customers dining and ordering.

Outdoor San Diego wedding venue with rows of white chairs, manicured gardens, palm trees, a pool, and an ocean view. At La Valencia Hotel, La Jolla, California

A couple embracing under decorative lanterns at night in an empty Chinatown street, with colorful lights and traditional architecture in the background.

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Storytelling Photography Inspired by Real Moments in Los Angeles & Beyond

Let’s create some timeless images, crafted to feel unmistakably yours. Images to capture the energy of that upcoming milestone or the essence of your brand. No matter the type of session you need, every experience we create is tailored to you and your story.

Each image you receive will be a reminder that these are more than just photos; they are gateways into moments that define us, capturing energy, emotion, and connection in every frame.

Transcend Photography is based in Encino California & specializes in:

Weddings & Engagements

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Events & Experiences

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Welcome! I’m glad you’re here! After nearly twenty years behind the lens, I’ve learned how to capture moments that matter and turn them into stories that stick. My focus is on honesty, clarity, and images that feel alive and unmistakably yours.

Through my lens, I’ve experienced weddings, launched brand campaigns, and documented milestones that matter. Each shoot builds on that experience to create images that feel authentic and intentional.

You can think of it as cinematic storytelling with serious style and soul.

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I offer a variety of photography packages designed to fit the needs of different clients. From weddings and engagements to portraits, events, and brand sessions, each package is thoughtfully built to give you the right coverage and experience. Whatever you’re looking for, there’s a package that fits your story.

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