• A group of five women and a young girl smiling outdoors among bamboo plants. The women are wearing matching blue dresses, and the girl is wearing a matching blue dress, with the women embracing her. They are all smiling, and some are showing their teeth.
  • A family of four sitting on a park bench outdoors during fall, smiling at the camera. The family includes a young woman with long brown hair, a middle-aged man, a middle-aged woman, and a young woman with long red hair. They are surrounded by greenery and trees with autumn leaves in the background.
  • A woman with long wavy dark hair and natural makeup, smiling and looking over her shoulder, wearing a white academic gown with purple trim and a hood, standing outdoors with a blurred background of trees and a greenhouse.
  • Bride and groom in wedding attire standing outdoors between stone pillars, exchanging rings.
  • Three smiling women posing together, one with braided hair and the others with natural hairstyles, wearing casual outfits.
  • Couple smiling and embracing outdoors, woman in floral dress, man in patterned shirt, with green moss and rocks in background.
  • A couple embracing in a park, the woman wearing a white off-shoulder dress and a floral headband, while the man wears a white shirt, surrounded by green grass and trees.
  • A woman in a white dress holding a young girl in a blue dress, standing in an outdoor garden with cacti and greenery.
  • Woman in black dress holding a football helmet outdoors.
  • Graduate in blue cap petting a black dog on a bench outdoors.
  • Woman seated at a garden table holding a yellow flower, wearing a floral dress, gold earrings, and bracelet, with a wooden fence and greenery in the background.
  • A family of five posing outdoors in a park with trees in the background. The adults and children are standing close with arms around each other, smiling and looking at the camera.
  • A man with long gray hair sitting on a green park bench outdoors in front of a brick building and a large window with trees in the background.

At Jeff Carnie Photography we pride ourselves on "Capturing timeless love stories in Oakdale, Modesto, and the Central Valley, we specialize in natural, storytelling-style wedding photography that blends candid moments with beautifully posed portraits. With years of experience photographing weddings, engagements, and elopements, we strive to create images full of emotion, authenticity, and light. Whether at rustic barns, elegant vineyards, or romantic gardens, our goal is to make you feel comfortable and to capture your day exactly as you remember it—joyful, vibrant, and real. Offering customizable wedding photography packages, engagement sessions, and professional albums to preserve your memories for generations."

A newlywed couple stands close together outdoors on a stone patio, framed by two large columns, with a scenic background of trees, grassy fields, and cloudy sky.
A young woman in a white dress and black high heels, sitting on a park bench with a blue graduation cap and a matching blue gown, adjusting her shoe, while her black dog lies on the ground nearby. The bench has a jacket draped over it, and the backgr
A family of four, a man, a woman, and two children, walking hand-in-hand on a dirt trail in a wooded park during daytime.
People at a wedding reception, with a band playing in the background, celebrating and smiling.
Two young women sitting on a park bench, smiling, with trees and greenery in the background.
Two young professionals, a woman with long wavy hair wearing a white top and black pants, and a man with short hair wearing a patterned black shirt and black pants, stand in front of large windows with a cityscape view.
Man wearing a red Stanford jacket standing on a pathway next to a black metal fence surrounded by green trees.
Children and adults painting rocks at an outdoor table, with greenery in the background.

At Jeff Carnie Photography, we believe that wedding photography is more than just capturing beautiful images; it’s about weaving your unique story into every frame. Nestled in the heart of California's Central Valley, our talented team specializes in wedding, portrait, event, and real estate photography, ensuring that no special moment goes unnoticed. From those intimate, fleeting glances to the exhilarating dance-floor celebrations, we're dedicated to documenting your day in a way that feels genuine, vibrant, and unmistakably you. Let us help you relive the magic of your unforgettable moments, one stunning shot at a time!

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Featured Weddings

A happy bride with blonde hair in a lace wedding dress smiling as a groom kisses her cheek, in a warmly lit indoor setting.
A group of women at a celebration, with one woman wearing a crown and veil, holding a bouquet of flowers, dressed in white, and surrounded by other women in colorful dresses outdoors.
A bride and groom holding hands in a park with green grass and tall trees, smiling at each other on their wedding day.
A bride and groom holding hands outdoors on a grassy area, with tall green trees in the background. The man is dressed in a dark suit with a blue tie, and the woman is wearing a white wedding dress and holding a bouquet of white flowers.
A bride and groom holding hands in an outdoor wedding ceremony under a wooden arbor, surrounded by landscaped greenery, with a partly cloudy sky above.
Group of five women and one young girl in formal dresses standing outdoors in front of tall green plants, holding bouquets of flowers, during a wedding or special event.
A person wearing a hat and a light-colored shirt holding a Canon camera, partially covering their face, against a dark background.

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