Every love story has its twists and turns, but for Kourtney and Joey, the path always led back to each other. Childhood friends turned sweethearts, their relationship spanned years of middle school dances, high school crushes, and the kind of family closeness that made “it’s complicated” worth navigating. By the time they graduated, they knew their hearts had found home.

When it came time to plan their wedding, Kourtney knew she wanted a venue that didn’t just look beautiful but felt right. Enter Kinship Ranch in Cromberg, CA—a working cattle ranch owned and lovingly run by Kevin and Val. Between its sprawling ceremony spaces and hands-on coordination, it was everything Kourtney and Joey could have hoped for: personal, picturesque, and totally Western.

Arriving at the venue, it was easy to see why they’d chosen it. The grassy ceremony site overlooking the pond felt intimate and timeless, with just the right balance of elegance and ease. And Kourtney? She brought the Western charm to life with her details. Their new Arterburn brand was everywhere—stamped into leather, burned into wood, and even worked into the decor. It wasn’t just a wedding; it was a celebration of their shared roots, their love, and their future as partners in every sense of the word.

This was my first time photographing at Kinship Ranch, so I made sure to arrive early, introduce myself to Kevin and Val, and soak in the atmosphere. They’re the kind of people who make you feel like family, and their dedication to making the day seamless was a joy to witness. Between their coordination and the timeline Kourtney and I worked on together, everything ran like clockwork.

Kourtney and Joey were a dream to photograph—calm, happy, and completely in love. The moments that stood out most weren’t just the big ones, like their vows or their first dance. It was the way Joey would glance at Kourtney when she wasn’t looking, or the way Kourtney couldn’t stop smiling whenever he was near. These are the moments that make me love what I do—the quiet, unscripted proof of just how much two people mean to each other.

Their reception was nothing short of a party, complete with a crowd that knew how to dance. The energy was infectious, and watching Kourtney and Joey light up the floor surrounded by their favorite people was the perfect way to close out the day.

What I loved most about this wedding wasn’t just the gorgeous setting or the carefully planned details. It was the way it felt—full of joy, laughter, and the kind of love that doesn’t just happen. It’s built, nurtured, and celebrated. And being trusted to capture it all? That’s a privilege I don’t take lightly.

Couple’s Socials: @kourtney_arterburn15 | @joeyarterburn

Testimonial: 

Tori is hands down the absolute best if there were 10 stars I’d give her that. She is a joy to work with and I could not be happier with our engagement and wedding galleries. I will absolutely be recommending her to anyone looking for a photographer! She will be my go to for all photography needs!

Vendor Love

• Venue: Kinship Ranch | @kinshipranch

• Florals: Frugal Florist NV | @frugalfloristnv

• Dress: Swoon Bridal | @swoonbridal

• Hair: The Beauty Vault NV

• Makeup: M.D. Aesthetics

• Dessert: Mad Batter Cakery | @csmadbattercakery