Tucked away on the campus of Scripps Institute of Oceanography UCSD is the most beautiful venue – the Martin Johnson House. The historic cottage built in 1916 sits atop a grassy area surrounded by Cypress trees, allowing guests to enjoy vast views of the ocean, the Scripps pier and La Jolla. This amazing couple loved bringing all their...
Last week we shared our thoughts about the importance of timing for hair and makeup for a bride. This week, we wanted to add to this same “bridal getting ready” tip by discussing the bride and her “dress” on the big day. We always say the dress is like it’s own person, it normally has...
A chance meeting at a dinner with a pastor (the bride’s father) crossed the paths of these two individuals; once strangers, soon to be friends, and now husband and wife. Their passion for each other, their families and their faith is evident from the moment you spend just a few minutes with them. We had...
This couple makes me think of the quote “every love story is beautiful but ours is my favorite”… because their love story is definitely a fairytale one. They both ended up living on the west coast, away from their families, they both had jobs in the same industry, and as luck would have it their...
This amazing couple was so lucky to have their worlds collide after a mutual friend (the bride’s brother in law and groom’s friend) decided that they needed to meet. He realized they shared the same passion for family, faith and enjoying life. This connection is very evident after spending only a few minutes with Laura and John....
I have to be honest, I don’t wear heels anymore, being a photographer that spends a lot of our time walking sideways and backwards, climbing and jumping and on the go requires flat shoes! On the other hand, as photographers, we have always recommended that women wear some type of heel as it enhances a...
We absolutely loved being part of this amazing couple’s journey. They have so much in common, love family and their “crew” of friends! We are so excited to share the images from their amazing Green Gables Estate Wedding plus their Highlight Wedding video and living photo! LIVING PHOTO
What an amazing couple and an amazing story of two people destined to cross paths and spend their lives together! We had so much fun documenting every moment of their day, from their first look at the Manchester Grand Hyatt downtown, to the fun photos at Balboa Park, and their ceremony and reception at Tom Ham’s Lighthouse with...
Allison and Jason’s Wedding Day was filled with so much love, emotion, energy and fun! We are so excited about sharing their photos and wedding highlight video!
It is always so amazing to be part of a marriage with two people that have been together since high school. This amazing couple celebrated their love story together on the shores of the Pacific Ocean at the beautiful and historic Hotel Del Coronado. Their wedding day was filled with excitement as these two tied the knot...
We absolutely love vibrant color and we share a lot of our imagery in color, however, we equally love black and white images too! During our editing process we include a variety of black and white images, often chosen by a moment, a mood, or a laugh. If you love black and white images, just let...
A chance meeting on a fall Friday night a few years ago sparked a beautiful long lasting connection for this amazing couple. Their love for family, travel, music and dancing made them realize that they were made for each other. Krista and Grant wanted their wedding day to reflect their love for the outdoors and both...
A chance meeting on a flight from So Cal to No Cal brought this amazing couple together. When you see them together, it is so clear that these two were meant to be, it’s as if they are two halves of a whole. Their smiles just beam every time they look at one another, and...
We absolutely loved witnessing the amazing love, faith and joy of Lindsay and Marek’s wedding day. It was a perfect August So Cal blue sky day. The bride, groom and their entourages were a buzz at the Rancho Santa Fe Garden Club, their beautiful venue for their ceremony and celebration. The bridal suite was...
This amazing couple was beyond excited for their big day! Jill and Matt have been dreaming about their fairytale autumn wedding to be held at the gorgeous Grand Tradition Estate in Fallbrook. We captured every moment as they each arrived with their entourages as they headed to the bride and groom suites. After transforming into a beautiful...
Jonathan and Rosemarie’s wedding day began at Paradise Point Resort with heavy rain and lightening, a rare sight in sunny San Diego; but despite the weather, Rosemarie was the very definition of grace and composure. Her face was glowing and she was all smiles as she and her Bridesmaids got glammed up for her big...
Liz and Zac tied the knot on a beautiful fall September day with their ceremony at the Temple Beth Israel in Old Town’s Heritage Park Row and their fun celebration at Luce Loft in downtown San Diego. After the bride & groom transformed into a modern couple for the day, they had their first look...
We were so excited to connect with this amazing couple. These two love adventure, nature, and their dogs… but most of all each other. Their wedding day began with all the normal buzzing of a bride and groom’s room. We met the couple and their entourages at Pala Casino as the girls got their hair...
Everyone dreams of finding their soulmate when starting a new life journey, and this amazing couple found each other on their first day in college in math class. After 9 years of courtship, Marc officially asked for Maryanne’s hand in marriage in May 2014 and just a year later from the engagement and 10 years...
Love, Joy, Socks, Briarlos, Smile, Laughter, Adoration, Sincerity, Affection, Home, Flight of the Concords, Ocean, Pier, Travelers, Soulmates, Family, Friends… these are just a few of the memories that come to mind from the dream wedding day of Briana and Jon Carlos! Please enjoy their highlight video… a little glimpse of all that was celebrated when this amazing couple tied the...
Anne and Dan couldn’t have been more excited about celebrating with their friends and family, mostly from Minnesota, on the shores of the Pacific Ocean at the Scripps Seaside Forum in La Jolla. Surrounded by views of La Jolla Cove and pier, this venue was breathtaking and full of romance. Before their lawn sunset ceremony,...
Liz and Dave have an undeniable connection that is obvious the moment they look into each others eyes. We saw it immediately at their engagement session and we couldn’t wait to be part of their summer wedding day! It was a beautiful June day that began with the Dave at the Hilton Garden Inn in Rancho Bernardo....
The perfect love story always has a great beginning. Set up by the bride’s father who thought these two would be a great couple, these two went on a blind date with a few unexpected twists. The good news is dad’s inclination was correct and these little twists turned into a great story – their love story....
So excited to post the photos from Maria and Dave’s wedding celebration! We started with all the ladies at Hilton Del Mar. The bride designed her wedding dress and her mother executed it perfectly. Just before the ceremony, Maria and Dave shared special copper plated gift notes to one another. Andy their ceremony was...
While Tyson was away getting ready at home, we met Kathryn, her bridesmaids and Mom at the Sheraton Carlsbad Resort & Spa for some photos outside under the flower covered, terraced walkway. After that, Kathryn and Tyson had their first look at The Crossings at Carlsbad on the patio overlooking the golf course. We captured some...
Jessica and John tied the knot on the first day of 2011! Mat had such an amazing time hanging out with everyone and capturing all the emotions and laughter on video. And with that said, we will let the video tell their amazing love story at the La Valencia Hotel in La Jolla.
“Family, Peace, and Love” three words that Nicole and David used when envisioning their wedding day… and this was exactly the energy of their day! Full of family, joy and smiles! We met Nicole, her sisters, mom and bridesmaids at the Hyatt Regency Mission Bay Spa and Marina – San Diego and the room was...
