COURTNEY AARON

I’m a Lake Tahoe based wedding and portrait photographer, and fan of unposed, giddy-in-love, melt-my-lenses-editorial-style moments … oh, and t-shirts and jeans. 

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20 years ago I slung a camera strap around my neck, and I’ve been capturing moments and memories that will be cherished for generations to come ever since. My goal? Put you at ease in front of the camera and document what matters and giving you something timeless in a fleeting world.

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Planning Your Family Vacation Portraits in Lake Tahoe When siblings live across the country, time together becomes even more meaningful. To make this visit one to remember, Jake + Tara brought his brother’s family to Lake Tahoe to enjoy a few days in a place they love to spend time. With plenty to celebrate – […]

Two families laughing together on the Zephyr Cove shoreline session at Lake Tahoe.

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Lake Tahoe Family Portrait Session at Zephyr Cove

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Letting Kids be Kids Having never had family portraits, I was so excited to capture these three! Their little one was full steam ahead, making this session all about fun, play and cuddling up in between. While the smiles and laughter are a given, it’s the smallest details that bring us back and what I […]

Family photography in South Lake Tahoe

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Playful Family Session at Fallen Leaf Lake

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Candid Family Moments at the Historic Dangberg Ranch With five kids, wide-open land, and the golden glow of sunset wrapped around them, this family session unfolded exactly as it should – free-flowing and full of life. With a mix of older high schoolers and little ones eager to run, we leaned into what always works […]

Carson City Family Photography - Courtney Aaron Photography

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Dangberg Ranch Family Session

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Multi-Generation Family Session in South Lake Tahoe Visiting from Oklahoma, the Farmer family embraced a sun-soaked day along the shores of Lake Tahoe, chasing little footsteps as they celebrated the start of a beautiful third generation. This heartfelt family session was gifted to Grandma by her three daughters, making it all the more meaningful. One […]

Multi Generation Family Photography South Lake Tahoe Courtney Aaron Photography

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Lake Tahoe Multi-Generation Family Session

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Relaxed Summer Senior Session Warm summer days are just around the corner and what better way to step into the season than with a laidback senior session, barefoot in the sand. Katelyn embodies that youthful, carefree energy. Soft light, effortless movement, and a relaxed beach vibe that felt true to Katelyn’s season of life. If graduation […]

High school senior barefoot on Lake Tahoe beach at sunset

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Beach Senior Portraits in Lake Tahoe

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Planning the Perfect Lake Tahoe Proposal Little did she know, the surprise wasn’t over. Yes, they were going to dinner. But there would be a big group of friends and family waiting to celebrate once they arrived. Congratulations, you two! Enjoy every bit of this ride on Cloud 9! Round Hill Pines is such a […]

Round Hill Pines Lake Tahoe Engagement

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Round Hill Pines Proposal

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Proposal at Emerald Bay Taylor knew he wanted to propose to Garin on one of their upcoming trips. As pilots, travel is simply part of life and while Garin had a feeling a proposal was coming, when and where it would happen was the real mystery. On a drive from Sacramento to an event in Reno, Taylor realized they’d […]

Emerald Bay Engagement Proposal Photography Lake Tahoe, Courtney Aaron Photography

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Emerald Bay Surprise Proposal

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Lake Tahoe Beach Engagement Session  Andrew and Lexie’s engagement session on the beaches of Lake Tahoe was the perfect extension of an already unforgettable weekend. After getting engaged the day before, they gathered with family on the South Shore to celebrate, making this session feel even more meaningful. Andrew thoughtfully planned photos as part of […]

Lake Tahoe Engagement Session

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Lake Tahoe Engagement Session

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Senior Portraits in the Glow of Sunset This session is extra special because it’s family.  Tierney’s happy-go-lucky spirit, constant laughter, and contagious enthusiasm instantly light up any room. As I write this, I’m wrapped in the coziest handmade blanket she made for me years ago – a sweet reminder of her thoughtfulness every time I […]

Senior Portraits in Lake Tahoe

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Senior Portrait Photography in South Lake Tahoe

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Matt and Taylor’s Summer Engagement Session I could never tire of capturing this couple! Last winter, Matt and Taylor were newly engaged and we spent a snowy afternoon shooting for their big news. Now, there’s a wedding date set and for their save-the-dates, they had something more summery in mind and few places say Lake […]

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