Blue Lotus Photography

Hi, we’re Josh & Sandra Tomkins, a husband-and-wife photography team based in South Lake Tahoe. For more than 20 years, we’ve been chasing light, laughter, and love stories. Photography has always been our way of celebrating real moments—the belly laughs, wind-tousled hair, teary vows, and quiet glances that make every story uniquely yours. We believe the best photographs come from real moments, shared in beautiful places, and grounded in honest connection. Just two people who love what they do, helping you feel at ease while documenting the story that’s uniquely yours.

Working as a team means we naturally see things from two perspectives — capturing both the big, sweeping moments and the quiet, intimate details. Our shared experience lets us anticipate each other (and you), creating a relaxed, easygoing flow that helps couples feel comfortable and fully themselves in front of the camera. Our work isn’t about perfect poses—it’s about capturing how it felt to be there. Whether it’s a heartfelt portrait session in the woods or an intimate elopement high above the lake, we focus on creating images that are genuine, adventurous, and full of heart.