Lucas + Allie {Shore Cliff - Pismo Beach}

Lucas and Allie's wedding on Saturday at Shore Cliff was a sweet affair. Taking all their pictures before the ceremony, I got a sneak peak into their relationship before they were able to let the pre-ceremony nerves set it. We had a wonderful time hiking up and down the cliffs in Pismo. Luckily for me, they both were very flexible...and very photogenic. Their ceremony had a unique twist to the unity sand that I want to remember. The officiant had a jar of pebbles symbolizing God as their foundation, they poured their colored sand and then the officiant topped it off with more pebbles. I loved it.























Here's the story behind this picture: Lucas has 8 siblings making his family a total of 10 members. Their dog just had 10 puppies!...his mom had to bring the 6 week old puppies so we snapped a quick pictures of everyone in the family holding one of the dogs. Wow!

Jared and Shauna {Villa Toscana}

Last Saturday I had the joy of capturing Jared and Shauna's wedding at Villa Toscana in Paso Robles. I shot Shauna's sister's wedding a few years back so it was a privilege being with the family once again and seeing a new addition to the family. The day had to be a record hot for Paso however both Jared and Shauna handled it with grace and their guests were blessed to celebrate with them. Flowers by Denise (as always) provided some amazing floral arrangements to compliment the perfect wedding coordination by Kristen with Jour Parfait Even Design. A special touch for the day had to be the wedding and groom's cake. Shauna's aunt skillfully designed and made both of the cakes which were a hit. With Jared being a fireman in San Francisco, the fire truck groom's cake was a thrill for all the firemen there...we took many fun pictures with the large group of men.

On the photography side, the sunset on that particular day had to be one of the most breathtaking views I have seen in awhile. I had a blast running with Shauna and Jared around Villa Toscana to squeeze in the pictures before the sun fully set. All in all, it was a blessing to me to be a part of this wedding. Thanks!

Brad + Megan's Wedding {Monarch Club - Nipomo}

Saturday I had the joy of shooting Brad and Megan's Wedding at the Monarch Club in Nipomo. What a treat it was working there with this couple! From the eucalyptus tree groves to the textures and art of the building, the venue had to offer some of the most creative and unique backdrops I have seen in a long time. Needless to say, I was happy. As for Brad and Megan...beyond friendly, sincere hearts, and joyfully celebrating. They truly were surrounded by an amazing group of family and friends that supported this day for them both. AMS provided the incredible music for the reception and Cana Video Productions worked side by side me to capture a different side of the day and then even showed a sneak peak video to all the guest at the reception.

Bradley + Stephanie's Engagements {Still Waters Vineyard}

Yesterday was such an enjoyable shoot with Bradley and Stephanie at Still Waters Vineyard in Paso Robles. Their wedding is next month and I have to say that I am very excited for it to come! Their sense of ease and great humor made my job fun yesterday while capturing them...a few times I was giggling behind the camera at Bradley's comments. I love when couples can just relax and be themselves with a camera pointed at them. August can't come soon enough...I look forward to spending more time with them both.

Blake + Lindsay's Wedding {Sausalito}

Blake and Lindsay's wedding will be one that I will always remember. Yes, it was on the 4th of July in the San Francisco area, but it was also on a yacht that cruised the Bay after the ceremony. It was truly perfect! The day started out overcasted but by the time the boat took off, the blue sky pushed through...just in time to go under the Golden Gate Bridge and next to the AT&T Park. The view was amazing. We did not take the usual after-ceremony-pictures until we docked so Lindsay and Blake got to really enjoy just "being" with their guests. They are an amazing couple and it was a perfect way to spend the 4th of July.