Grass Valley Wedding Photographer

Weddings & portraits for the cinematic at heart.

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engagement photographer capturing a couple in the mountains of nevada city

You're in the right place if...

You're in the right place if...

You want photos that make you feel something, not just look pretty.

You cherish moments that deserve to last, captured with intention and care.

You want an experience that feels effortless, joyful, and guided by someone you can fully trust to capture the heart of it all

“Photography helps people to see.”
— Berenice Abbott
A couple sharing a mountain top kiss in Nevada City
portrait of a bride and groom at the National Hotel in Nevada city
A sunrise couples portrait in Nevada City CA
A husband and wife joyfully smiling at their baby during their family photos in Auburn California
a senior portait in a beautiful field at sunset in Nevada City
A portrait of a husband and wife photographer team located in Northern California

Hey, I’m Bryan!

I’m a passionate wedding and portrait photographer located in the heart of Nevada County, CA.

At my side is my amazing wife, Mariah, who joins me as an essential partner in capturing beautiful weddings. We provide cinematic and timeless photos for those in Grass Valley, Nevada City, and far beyond (YES, we will shoot your destination wedding!). Our work is driven by a passion for creativity, a spirit of adventure, and a heart for serving and loving others.

Let’s create together.

A colorful graphic design promoting the 'Best of Nevada County 2024' by The Union, featuring bold pink and yellow text on a black background with purple and black stars and geometric shapes.
Graphic design featuring text announcing 'The Union's 2025 Best of Nevada County' with purple and pink stars and geometric shapes on a black background.
Colorful graphic for an awards event titled 'The Union's 2023 Best of Nevada County' with purple, pink, yellow, and black background, featuring star shapes.
A newlywed couple stands close together outdoors on a gravel path surrounded by dry grass and trees, with sunlight shining behind them, as the groom looks at the bride who holds a bouquet of yellow, white, and orange flowers.
A young woman with curly red hair and a nose piercing sitting on steps outside, holding a Canon camera, smiling at the camera, with trees and a building in the background.
A young man sitting on the steps of a historic brick building, holding a camera, wearing a black shirt, black pants, and colorful sneakers. The building features columns and a large staircase leading up to the entrance, with decorative architectural details and large windows.

“Bryan is an absolute pleasure to work with! His ability to not only see the small moments but to capture them and their emotion is amazing. If you are looking for a wedding photographer look no further. Not to mention his turn around is crazy!!! I’m talking you get your photos back the same week. Punctual, professional, I will definitely be using his talent again.”

— Hannah

A bride holding a wildflower bouquet in the spring in Lincoln CA

My Most Recent Work

The warmth of this wedding will stay with us for a long time 🤍🌿 Andrea & Austin, we’re so grateful we got to document your story and celebrate alongside you. Photography: @bryangallagherphoto Beauty: @luxeestheticsbymaddie DJ: @showti
Some sessions stay with you long after the sun sets 🌿 So grateful for an evening spent with Rachel + Jesse in the middle of beautiful green fields. We’re beyond excited to watch these two get married later this month 🤍 #nevadacityengagement
There’s something so special about this season of waiting 🤍 So grateful I got to capture these moments before Tara and Conner their little one. #loomismaternityphotographer #sacramentomaternityphotographer #norcalmaternityphotographer #mater
Heartfelt, intentional, and full of so much joy and celebration from beginning to end. It’s always a privilege to witness and capture days like this. Thank you Nick & Kaylee ✨ Venue: @harmonyridgelodgehwy20 Photography: @bryangallagherpho
Mariah and I had such a wonderful engagement session with Sean and Skyler 💍 they came up to our small town to celebrate Valentine’s Day, and we are so thankful they trusted us to create with them. They made capturing their romance effortless ?
Sometimes, it’s the little things 🤍 Venue: JR Ranch Weddings Photo: @bryangallagherphoto Makeup: @minksandinksbyjulia Hair: @beautybyliraa DJ: @ariaeventservices & @lewis.the.dj #lincolncaweddingphotographer #rosevilleweddingphotogra
Sunrise senior photos with Brock was the move 📷🌅 #seniorphotos #classof2026 #seniorphotographer #nevadacityseniorphotographer #norcalseniorphotographer
In case you needed a little dose of baby fever 🤍 I’m so thankful to have called Aaron and Jazlyn dear friends all these years. Our hearts are full seeing them welcome and love little Adelyn so sweetly. I’m forever grateful that I got to
Ice cream dates, mountain air, and a sunset over Donner Lake. 🍦🌄 We started the evening keeping it simple with ice cream by the water at Donner Lake, then chased the last light up to Donner Pass Overlook where the sunset showed off a little. Sess
When you grow up somewhere this beautiful, Your senior photos should reflect it🌲 2027 seniors, your turn is coming 😎 Special thanks to Brooke who made this entire shoot effortless. It was super fun climbing around the waterfalls and shooting in a

“Bryan is such an incredible photographer. Professional, quick to reply, easy to get ahold of. His creativity and love for his craft is seen through everything he does. We got maternity photos done by him and I am always looking at them and love how they came out. I can’t wait to get another session done with him!”

— Elizabeth

maternity photographer maternity session photo
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