A man and woman on the beach, with the man kissing the woman's forehead and the woman holding onto his arm, in front of the ocean in San Diego.
A black and white photo of a happy couple embracing on the beach, with the woman being lifted by the man near the shoreline, ocean in the background in San Diego.
A bride and groom sharing a kiss outdoors during their elopement, with the groom in a suit and the bride in a lace wedding dress.
A woman in a white dress laughing on the beach with a man in casual clothes in the background.
Line drawing of two lavender flowers with detailed leaves on black background

Your Moments, Thoughtfully Preserved.

At Shimonek & Co., I believe in building genuine connections with my clients, creating a comfortable and fun experience that allows your true personalities to shine. You'll receive timeless, curated photos that go beyond trends, becoming cherished for years to come. Let's collaborate to tell your unique story, from the first spark to every milestone.

A black and white photo of a smiling couple embracing outdoors near boats, with the woman looking up at the man and her hand on his chest.
A couple holding hands, smiling at each other, with a bird flying in the sky between them.

“Darian was amazing. My Fiancé and I we’re very pleased with the entire process. We did an engagement shoot and she did such a good job at making things less tense and feel more natural. She knew exactly the poses to use and they turned out perfect. From the minute I booked, she was very responsive and helped me with every detail. Afterwards she kept us updated along the way until our pictures we’re done. We couldn’t be more pleased. Shelby has cried over them since we got them!”

-Braden & Shelby

I specialize in capturing the milestones that matter most.

While I have a special passion for capturing the magic of couples, my greatest joy truly comes from documenting your evolving story over time. I adore being able to follow your journey, from the exhilarating 'yes!' of an engagement, through the intimacy of an elopement, to the thrilling announcement of new life, and then the beautiful chaos of family photos years down the road. It's about building a connection with you and continuing to tell your unique tale as it unfolds.

Line drawing of a bouquet of flowers in an open envelope.
A bride and groom standing on a beach during sunset, with the pier in San Diego in background.
A couple celebrating on a beach in San Diego with a bottle of champagne, one opening it and Champagne splashing out, both smiling and embracing.

Love Stories: From the excitement of your engagement to the magic of your elopement, I'm here to beautifully preserve the start of your forever.

Growing Families: As your love blossoms, I'll be there to capture the joy of pregnancy announcements, the arrival of your little ones, and the beautiful chaos of family life.

A family of three holding hands and playing in the ocean waves at the beach in San Diego , with the father and mother holding the child's hands as they are lifted into the air, under a cloudy sky.
A smiling couple standing on the beach in San Diego , holding ultrasound pictures to celebrate pregnancy.

My goal is to create a collection of images that tell your unique tale of love and family.