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JT and Crystal – Ocean View Villas Wedding, San Diego Photography

Melissa McClure — Sun, 16 May 2010 21:17:25 +0000

I was so excited for this day to come. Crystal and JT had hired me over a year ago and the day finally came! Crystal was actually at my wedding, helping my coordinator and getting experience since her wedding was in the same location, Ocean View Villas! Another cool thing? She also had Stir Fresh as her caterers, which is where we met for the first time back in 2008!

I got to meet JT for the first time at their engagement session in Las Vegas, where they both grew up.

When Beki and I arrived, Ashley from AC Makeup was putting the finishing touches on Crystal. Hana of Sunshine Hair Design had already finished her gorgeous hair.

Her amazing Amy Michelson dress! I loved the back of it!

They opted to do their first look at Balboa Park, where Crystal’s parents were married many years ago. It was a very sweet moment, intimate and special, while the family was still able to watch from afar.

Back a the villas…the men are ready!

And we snuck away for a few more photos on the cliffs

Thank you Mr Seagull.

The back of the escort cards had photos of the couple!

A guest owns his own button and magnet company, so these made great party favors! I love Crystal’s unconventional ring!

Enjoying the last bit of sunset together

I promise, it got messy!

It was such a joy hanging with you two for the day! You made me laugh and smile through the whole wedding, and I know you will continue to do that for each other the rest of your lives!

xo, M

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Justin and Tanya – Ocean View Villas, Pt. Loma California Wedding

Melissa McClure — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 05:31:46 +0000

Tanya and Justin were married last Tuesday – yes, a Tuesday! Can’t beat that! Tanya was referred to me by Christina Werner of BB Weddings and Events!

I am a bit partial to where these two said their I Do’s. It’s where I got married – Ocean View Villas in Pt Loma! Its hard to believe its already been 11 months since my celebration!

Gorgeous bouquets by The Flower Girls!

Somebody’s happy to be married!

My fav <3

Tanya’s nephew was cracking me up…he wanted one so badly!

Stunning <3

Tanya and Justin, here’s to many years together! Thank you for asking me to be part of your special day!

xoxo, M

Lisa and Niels – Trash the Dress – Balboa Park and Sunset Cliffs

Melissa McClure — Sat, 26 Sep 2009 04:25:01 +0000

Lisa and Niels again! The following Monday after their wedding, before they hopped a plane back to North Dakota we got together for a trash the dress session!

First stop, Balboa Park. Love coming here on Monday…there was no one around!

And then a bit later, headed to Sunset Cliffs for a total trashing of the dress! (ok not really, water doesn’t actually trash it!)

The waves were strong! I had them lay down…

and they didn’t even know what hit them! Too funny!

Thanks you two for trusting me and being such willing clients! I adore you two! It was so worth getting wet!

xoxo, M

Brian and Sara are getting married!

Melissa McClure — Sun, 01 Mar 2009 23:31:46 +0000

On Friday Tim and I met up with Sara and Brian at Sunset Cliffs for their engagement session!

This was my first time meeting Brian. It was obvious from the beginning of the shoot that he adores Sara. He kept me laughing the whole shoot, but more importantly, he had Sara cracking up the entire time!

Right after I snapped this, he went straight to biting her neck. She started laughing so hard, which can be seen in the following photo!

mmm so gorgeous. She is going to be a stunning bride this August!

The wind started getting a bit crazy, as you can see on Sara’s hair!

There wasn’t too much of a sunset, but the clouds were fantastic!

(My view)

(Tim’s view)

Brian and Sara, I’m looking forward to your wedding later this year! Thanks for being so fun and making me laugh my head off!

xoxo, M