James and I drove down to San Diego this past July to shoot the wedding of one of our college friends, Jenn, and her now husband, Jesus. I know it’s been four months since that day, and I was debating whether I should even bother posting photos after so long. Then I remembered what a nice wedding it was and I couldn’t figure out why I was arguing with myself. So, here are some of my favorite images.

I LOVED Jenn’s dress! Can you tell? I must’ve taken fifty shots of it! It was so detailed in it’s lacey exterior, yet the silhouette was so simple and so fitting the bride. Jenn is such a sweet girl and her smile just radiates warmth. She barely spoke as she was getting ready, just laughing with the girls and waiting ernestly. She and Jesus decided to do a “first look” witnessed by all their bridesmaids and groomsmen. Like every moment of a wedding day, we photographers had one chance to capture this moment and I couldn’t begin to explain how nervous I was. But after the count of three, Jenn and Jesus turned to around to face each other and suddenly, it wasn’t so nervewracking. Maybe because they were all smiles after. =)

The ceremony was held at a resort called Paradise Point. An outdoor event at 5:30 pm, the sun was still quite high, bright and beaming. Soon after, every guest was treated to cocktails and appetizers on the deck, followed by dinner and dancing in the ballroom. What a beautiful day that was for the bride and groom!

Suffice it to say, James and I were wiped that evening. I don’t know how he managed to drive back all the way to L.A. from San Diego and I don’t know how I managed to stay awake to talk to him. I will NEVER let him do that again!

I can’t wait to post more photos! I’m pretty backed up =/but it’s all good! =)

 

All I’m sure they asked for was this one perfect day…

…some sunshine, a pacific ocean breeze, to be surrounded by family, friends and the wishes of loved ones who couldn’t join them…

…One perfect day – to be married and bound together in love FOREVER…

Rachey and Mark’s wedding was one I won’t ever forget. From the busride filled with guests who had flown from afar to celebrate, to the orchid leis that lined the church pews, the paper lanterns that hung above a balcony reception under nothing but Maui’s sky.

Most of all, I won’t forget the stunningly beautiful bride and handsome groom who I get to call friends. Thank you for allowing us to be part of such a beautiful day…

 

Ate Tin and Jeff got married in April (shows how behind I am but anyhow), and I got to play maid-of-honor for someone who has been no less than a sister to me. In the 25 years I have known Ate, I can’t say enough of how happy she was the day she became Jeff’s wife. She kept saying, “I’M GETTING MARRIED TODAY!” hahaha!

I wasn’t able to take too many pictures that day because, well, Ate wouldn’t let me take a camera to the altar. But the images that I did manage to take, I will treasure forever.

Ate & Jeff – here’s to a long and happy marriage! Love you both very much!

P.S…gold star for anyone who can guess what song the people towards the bottom are rockin’ to.  Hint: Not Scenario =)