A bride and groom embrace with the bride in his jacket along a foggy coastal cliff in Bolinas, California, overlooking the Pacific Ocean.
A bride and groom walk down the hay-lined aisle after their ceremony as wedding guests gather in the foggy field.
Groom walks a winding Bolinas trail as his dog runs to him, fog rolling over the Marin County hills. Documentary wedding.
Bride embraces groom in a misty Marin County landscape, his vintage hat adding timeless charm. Bolinas, California wedding.
A bride, groom and son walk through the mud laughing after a foggy outdoor coastal wedding.
A white labrador rests in a cozy corner of a rustic room, surrounded by blankets and bags before his owners wedding.
A foggy view of rugged cliffs and waves along the Bolinas coastline, setting a moody scene.
Bride embraces her young son as guests dance lights in a barn, capturing the energy of the reception.
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Foggy Coastal Wedding in Bolinas, CA | Intimate Documentary wedding Photography


Some wedding days just have a certain kind of magic, and this one in Bolinas, CA, was all about effortless, real moments. The fog rolled in over the cliffs, softening everything and making it feel like the couple had the whole coast to themselves. No distractions, no rush—just them, their favorite people, and the beauty of the day unfolding naturally.

The morning started slow, just the way it should. Light filtered through the windows, the ocean hummed in the background, and their dog wandered in and out of the getting-ready space like he knew something special was happening. The little details—the well-worn shoes, a wedding dress swaying in the breeze, the laughter from another room—set the tone. No strict timelines, no pressure—just a day that felt right.

Out on the trails, the fog moved in and out, wrapping the hills in the softest light. The couple walked together, pausing here and there, taking it all in. No stiff posing, no over-the-top moments—just quiet hand squeezes, shared smiles, and the kind of connection that doesn't need staging.

As the evening settled in, the celebration kicked off in the most natural way—music floating in the air, drinks in hand, and everyone gathering close. The dance floor wasn’t just for dancing; it was for hugs, storytelling, and soaking in every second. A day without expectations, just love and good energy from start to finish.

Some weddings are less about the big production and more about the feeling they leave behind. This was one of those—moody, intimate, and completely theirs. Captured exactly as it happened, no interruptions, no forced moments—just real, beautiful memories.

A simple floral arrangement in a brown glass bottle against a textured, rustic metal wall.
A wedding dress hangs from a wooden pergola, surrounded by trees and greenery before the ceremony.
A winding dirt path leads toward the ocean, framed by lush green coastal cliffs in Bolinas.
A white dog stands inside a cozy home, looking toward the camera with a curious expression.
A groom seen through a doorway, adjusting his attire in a dimly lit, rustic room.
A group of chickens wander near a rustic red barn, adding to the farm-style wedding setting.
A pair of blush pink embroidered wedding shoes placed on weathered wooden floorboards.
A bride laughing as her mother helps her get ready, a joyful moment captured in black and white.
A black and white image of the groom getting ready by a wood stove in a cozy cabin.
A white dog rests in a cozy corner of a rustic room, surrounded by blankets and bags.
A black and white image of the groom walking alone down a foggy path toward the ceremony.
A bride in a simple, elegant gown stands in a lush garden, framed by greenery and red flowers.
A groom walks along a dirt path toward his waiting dog in a misty, rural California setting.
A dramatic cliffside view of the Pacific Ocean, waves crashing beneath the foggy sky in Bolinas.
A black and white moment of the groom kneeling to pet his dog along a foggy coastal trail.