Melissa McClure Blog

Los Penasquitos Canyon and Del Mar Beach Engagement – {Anna + Jim}

Melissa McClure — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 00:09:53 +0000

I met Jim and Anna for the first time at their shoot! Anna had a clear idea of what she wanted for her shoot and I was so happy I was able to capture her vision. The first half of the session, the open fields & greenery was for her. Jim is more the beach guy. These two had no problem showing affection in front of the camera! It probably helps that they live on different sides of the country right now, with Jim stationed on the East Coast! They treasure the small amount of time they get to see each other!

Carmel Mountain Ranch CC Wedding – {Tim + Kelly}

Melissa McClure — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 01:51:45 +0000

This wedding was one of those rare situations where I didn’t meet the bride and groom until the day of the wedding. Kelly & Tim (and their families) immediately made me feel comfortable and included – ideal for capturing such a special day. These two were surrounded by so much love and support, the reception (and especially the toasts) were highly emotional. I may or may not have welled up a little bit. Even their fur-baby Betsy got to be part of the ceremony! She is extremely special to the couple. This was my first wedding at CMRCC, I just love the tunnel they have as well as the windows in the reception area! Gorgeous!

xo, Melissa

Ceremony & Reception: Carmel Mountain Ranch Country Club
Photography: Melissa McClure Photography
Assistant Photographer: Mandi
Florist: Four Seasons Flowers
Officiant: Friend of the Family
Cake: Cute Cakes
DJ: Rob The DJ
Makeup: The Bride
Hair: Friend of the Family
Bride’s Dress: David’s Bridal
Bridesmaid Dresses: Macy’s
String Quartet: Vintage Strings

San Elijo Hills Post-Wedding Session – {Adam + Peter}

Melissa McClure — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 19:29:41 +0000

Adam is a very good friend of mine from High School. He’s one of the few that I have kept in contact with consistently since we graduated. He joined the Army after high school, where he met his love Peter. I won’t get in to their entire love story on this blog, but if interested you can read this awesome article that the Huffington Post did on their wedding & relationship. These two were married back in October in Iowa and I wasn’t able to make the ceremony or reception. When they came through SoCal a few weeks ago, I offered to take some “post-wedding” photos of them since they didn’t have professional ones done for their wedding! This was my first time getting to meet Peter and I can tell he is the perfect match for Adam. I love reading their blog and how they openly express their love for each other. I’m so happy for my friend to have found true love!

San Diego Engagement Session – {Courtney + Eric}

Melissa McClure — Sat, 07 Jan 2012 18:28:25 +0000

I cannot wait for Courtney and Eric’s wedding this year! It was a bit overcast but Marian Bear Park still had some amazing color in their leaves! San Diego gets a little bit of the seasons, you just have to look hard for it! Oh and immediately after this session I went out and bought the same boots Courtney is wearing with her 2nd outfit. I love them so much!

Boudoir Marathon – Saturday January 28th

Melissa McClure — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 22:28:20 +0000

Happy New Year 2011!!

Melissa McClure — Sat, 31 Dec 2011 18:00:27 +0000

I cannot wipe this stupid happy grin off my face as I relived memories from each of these weddings.
So much love, new friendship and lots of laughs. I wish the very same for your 2012!

Thank you to our amazing clients in 2011 (including those not pictured here!) My life has been enriched by knowing you, you are the reason I do what I do!

xoxo, Melissa (and Mandi too!)

Torrey Pines Engagement Session – {Tracy and Howard}

Melissa McClure — Thu, 29 Dec 2011 00:25:55 +0000

I love hanging out with these two! They love to laugh, just like me! We had a blast chasing the sunlight at their Torrey Pines engagement session, ending down on the beach with a gorgeous orange sunset. I am stoked for their wedding in July!

Happiest of Holidays from my home to yours!

Melissa McClure — Sun, 25 Dec 2011 01:18:30 +0000

Santa’s Village/Pretty Sunset/One of my favorite beers

Jason my love/red velvet cake balls/my new scarf

View from my office/my family/snow in So Cal

Good friends/Cookie decorating/my Xmas card collection

I am officially addicted to the iPhone app, Instagr.m! It takes your normal phone photos and allows you to easily put filters over them to make them look more artsy. I’ve been taking way more photos of every day life now that I have this ability. 2011 has been an amazing year and I cannot wait to see what 2012 has in store for me! Merry Christmas to all of my awesome blog readers, I appreicate each and every one of you!

Sunset Cliffs and Thursday Club Wedding – {Eric + Erin}

Melissa McClure — Fri, 16 Dec 2011 21:22:12 +0000

Erin is probably the sweetest person you would ever come in contact with. From how she talks to you to how she acts. Eric is her perfect match, shy and quiet but very much in love with Erin. I just love how they look at each other. Their wedding day was hot! The guys limo had a broken AC yet zero complaints from Eric. He just wanted to marry the love of his life. W decided to do their first look at the Pt Loma Lighthouse. We were rushed for portraits there but I am very happy with the time we had. Their ceremony was at Luscomb Point, Sunset Cliffs with a reception following at The Thursday Club. Much like Erin & Eric, their entire wedding was a class act! I loved hearing all her families Irish accents too!

I love the moment just after the first look.

Ceremony Site: Luscomb Point, Sunset Cliffs
Reception Location: The Thursday Club
Photography: Melissa McClure
Asst. Photographer: Michele Goane
Wedding Coordinator: Your Event by Erin
Florist: Four Seasons Flowers
Cake: Shirley the Cake Lady
DJ: Bob with Artistic Productions
Hair: Erica with Beauty Ever After
Makeup: Ashley with AC Makeup
Videographer: Luke McCain
Officiant: Rev. Tuttle
Catering: Abbey Catering
Ceremony Music: Caprice Strings

Seattle Family Portraits – {The M Family}

Melissa McClure — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 22:16:00 +0000

Nikki is my college roommate and has probably made more appearances on my blog than anyone else! I’ve been shooting her family since Addy was born! They recently moved to Seattle and we were having trouble finding a time to do their family photos for the year. We had given up when I found out I had a 6 hour layover on my way to Maui last month! Voila! They picked us up from the airport and took us to the adorable area near their home, in Fremont. We wandered around the neighborhood and I drooled over all the beautiful Fall colors!