Working with Talya was an incredible experience—she was so amazing and supportive throughout the entire process. She perfectly captured all the emotions, love, and even the nerves we were feeling on our special day.

The photos are beyond anything I could have imagined. I can't get over how beautifully they captured our fun and loving spirits.

I cannot thank Talya enough for these memories that we’ll treasure forever!

If you’re considering eloping in San Diego—or anywhere, really—Talya is the person you need! She helped us plan our elopement at the San Diego County Administration Building, complete with fun activities for a sunny January day by the water and through Balboa Park. She created an itinerary that truly felt like us and was such a joy to work with—so communicative, organized, and fun every step of the way.

Talya even visited our locations beforehand to ensure everything was perfect. She made us feel like absolute models with her posing guidance, while also ensuring we had those special moments to ourselves. It felt natural and so fun. The photos turned out incredible! Her creativity, attention to detail, and ability to capture the moment were flawless, no matter the weather or lighting. Her use of digital and film feels like the perfect combination for documenting our elopement to become a future family keepsake.

She also sent sneak peeks by the next morning, which is insanely fast! We can’t recommend Talya Herring enough to anyone looking for an elopement photographer who feels like a friend on your big day.

Talya's warm and gentle approach to modeling and photography is comforting to even the most uncomfortable behind the camera. She is also hilarious and kept me laughing the whole shoot. Thanks Taya for bringing out my best and most comfortable self during this photo shoot!

Talya Herring... what an absolute gem of a human. She is a dream to work with! Not only does she make the photoshoot itself such a comfortable and fun experience by creating a relaxing atmosphere, she also shines with her creativity and calm presence. She had me laughing the entire time with her humor, and knows how to make people feel comfortable in what can sometimes feel like a nerve-wracking situation. She has a talent for finding the perfect angles and lighting, and I was blown away by how easy she made everything feel. For our shoot, she planned a logistically-complex series of mini shoots at a busy beach in San Diego, and she pulled it off so seamlessly, showing her true professionalism.

Talya's editing skills are also amazing and she goes above and beyond to make sure the final photos match your vision. She spends so much time fine-tuning every detail to ensure they're exactly how you want them. I was amazed at how much thought and care she put into each image- absolutely prefect. If you want a photographer who truly listens, is wildly non-judgmental, understands your style, and delivers incredible results, Talya is your person. I'll be back for more very soon!