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My first wedding of 2013 was a fantastic party to kick off an already amazing year!  After Leilani + Antonio’s killer Baltimore engagement session, I was so excited to get these two in front of my camera again – so much chemistry!  They said their emotional vows in front of their large group of family and friends from all over the world. I think this may have been my most multicultural wedding to date – Samoans + Portuguese were there to represent! I learned a lot about Samoan traditions (and what a close knit community they are) and watched the graceful Leilani dance so beautifully.  

Photos by Mandi Contreras – Associate Photographer
I’m so glad I got to assist Mandi on this wedding – Rozz + Ryan are so much freakin fun!  And they had an awesome bridal party too.  Everyone came out from Michigan for this destination wedding. Everything went smoothly at Paradise Point with Ann’s Plans holding the reins and I was stoked to get to work with Kathy Wright & Co who did the gorgeous centerpieces!

Ceremony & Reception: Paradise Point Resort & Spa
Photography: Mandi with Melissa McClure Photography
Assistant Photographer: Melissa (that’s me!)
Wedding Coordinator: Ann’s Plans
Guitarist: Anthony Garcia
Florist: Kathy Wright & Co
Cake: Flour Power
DJ: Artistic Productions
Officiant: Bobby Green (friend)
Bride’s Hair & Makeup: Kristen Jensen – Makeup Artist on the Go
Bride’s Dress: Allure Bridal
Bridemaid Dresses: Allure Bridal
Grooms/Groomsmen outfits: Calvin Klein

Mandi Contreras is an associate photographer for Melissa McClure Photography. To contact her directly, email mandi@melissamcclure.com

This may win the award for most-overdue wedding to be blogged. Or not.  But since this lovely couple is just shy of their 2 year anniversary I thought it might as well be time to blog it! ha!   But these two are understanding…they have to be, they are my family!  My cousin Mark married his perfect match at in La Jolla and celebrated at Paradise Point.  I photographed the first half of the day and after portraits, Mandi took over the lead while I got to dine, drink and dance the night away!  Wouldn’t it be nice to have that at every wedding?  

Ceremony: La Jolla Presbyterian Church
Reception: Paradise Point Resort and Spa
Photography: Melissa McClure/Mandi Contreras
Assistant Photographers: Jackie Guidi
Wedding Coordinator: Orange Blossom Events
Florist: Exquisite Blooms
Cake: Bride’s Aunt
Videographer: Matt Lundgren
DJ: Daniel Peterson
Makeup: Chandra Campos
Hair: Cheri Joyner
Dress: Here Comes the Bride
Shoes: Nordstrom
Brides’s Jewlery: Zales
Limo: Elite Image
Bridesmaid dresses: Aria Bridal

I adore Esme! From her initial email, I knew I wanted to meet her! My instinct was right, she is so sweet and genuine. Caleb is her perfect match and obviously adores her.  They had a small wedding on a Friday afternoon in overcast La Jolla in November.  Immediately following their ceremony, they had a mini-reception with cake, a first dance, toasts and sparking cider!

Ceremony Location: Cuvier Park, La Jolla
Photographer: Melissa McClure
Ceremony Arch: Arc de Belle
Florist: flora glamour
Arch: Arc de Belle
Officiant: Pastor Dave Hommel
Cake: Sarah & Hannah Christofer (groom’s sisters)
Guitarist: Chad Goss (friend of the couple)
Bride’s Makeup: Judy (Hair Drezzers on fire)
Bride’s Hair: Tori (Hair Drezzers on fire)
Bride’s Dress: Alexandra Feiles
Brides shoes: David’s Bridal
Groom/Groomsmen outfits: Macy’s (the Peri Ellis suit)
Transportation: Rolls Livery
Invitations: Posh Paperie

Jenny + Greg

Jenny has been very special to me for a long time!  We first met at this photoshoot back in 2009!  We became instant friends.  When she met Greg, I had never seen her happier! I knew he was the one for her.  Lucky for me, Jenny knew I was the photographer for her when they got engaged!  Being at this wedding was so special to me, seeing Jenny and Greg smile and laugh together filled my heart.  The day was absolutely perfect, everything Jenny had dreamed of.  They are approaching their 1 year anniversary this month and I thought it was finally time to share their photos!

Ceremony: St Francis Chapel at Balboa Park
Reception: The Prado
Photographer: Melissa McClure
Assistant Photographer: Emily Powley
Wedding Coordinator: Your Event by Erin
Florist: Julia Ramos (a personal friend)
Officiant: Jack Hawkins
Cake: Flour Power
Guitarist: Anthony Garcia
Bride’s Makeup: Elena T Beauty
Bride’s Hair: Audra Rene
Bride’s Dress: Something Blue Bridal Boutique (now closed)
Groom outfit: Nordstrom
Paper Goods: Danielle Leopold Designs
Favors: Chocolates a la Carte
DJ: Caliber Entertainment
Linens: A Perfect Table