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Hilton Torrey Pines Wedding – {William + Suzanne}

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Suzanne + William were sent to me by Brenda at Swann Soirees and she totally nailed it – we were a perfect fit!  The whole day was perfect from her hot Betsy Johnson heels (swoon) to the stunning florals to the killer hip hop first dance!  Such a fun day and I was so grateful to be there to capture it all! torrey_pines_hilton_wedding_02 torrey_pines_hilton_wedding_03 torrey_pines_hilton_wedding_04 torrey_pines_hilton_wedding_05 torrey_pines_hilton_wedding_06 torrey_pines_hilton_wedding_07 torrey_pines_hilton_wedding_08 torrey_pines_hilton_wedding_09 torrey_pines_hilton_wedding_10 torrey_pines_hilton_wedding_11 torrey_pines_hilton_wedding_12 torrey_pines_hilton_wedding_13 torrey_pines_hilton_wedding_14 torrey_pines_hilton_wedding_15 torrey_pines_hilton_wedding_16 torrey_pines_hilton_wedding_17 torrey_pines_hilton_wedding_18 torrey_pines_hilton_wedding_19 torrey_pines_hilton_wedding_20 torrey_pines_hilton_wedding_21 torrey_pines_hilton_wedding_22 torrey_pines_hilton_wedding_23 torrey_pines_hilton_wedding_24 torrey_pines_hilton_wedding_25 torrey_pines_hilton_wedding_26 torrey_pines_hilton_wedding_27 torrey_pines_hilton_wedding_28 torrey_pines_hilton_wedding_29 torrey_pines_hilton_wedding_30 torrey_pines_hilton_wedding_31 torrey_pines_hilton_wedding_32 torrey_pines_hilton_wedding_33
Venue: Hilton Torrey Pines
Photographer: Melissa McClure Photography
Assistant Photographer: Marlana
Wedding Planner: Swann Soirees
Flowers & Decor: Ashley Elizabeth Designs
DJ/Lighting: Blake with Promotion Entertainment
Photobooth: Mobile Photobooth
Videographer: Aqua Vivus
Cake Baker: Hilton
Stationary: Bamboostar studios
Rentals: Concepts Event Design
Ceremony Officiant: Ceremonies by Bruce
Ceremony Musicians: Tasha Smith
Bride’s Dress: The Wedding Party
Bride’s Shoes: Betsy Johnson
Hair: Audra Rene Studio
Makeup Artist: Elena T Beauty

An “Up” Themed Hilton Mission Valley Wedding – {Darrell + Ana} – Photos by Mandi

Photos by Associate Photographer, Mandi Contreras
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When I heard this wedding was going to have a the theme from the Disney movie Up – I was stoked to see the photos!  Ana, Darrell, Brenda & her crew from Swann Soirees did not disappoint!  Such a lovely, colorful day!  I adore the different colored shoes on the girls and that bouquet – OMG!  Swoon!

This wedding has also been featured on Ceremony Magazine’s blog!  Awesome!

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Ceremony Location: St. Michael’s Catholic Church, Poway
Reception Location: Hilton San Diego Mission Valley
Photography: Associate Photographer – Mandi Contreras
Coordinator: Swann Soirées
Entertainment: DJ Bill Calhoun
Videographer: Wedding Tales Videography
Hair & Makeup: Jellis Faces
Florist: Tessfresh

The Dana on Mission Bay Wedding – {Paul and Becky}

Becky + Paul were married on a gorgeous November afternoon on Mission Bay. The whole day went smoothly, from the sweet first look through the Smore’s making at the end of the night!  Brenda + Ania from Swann Soirees made sure the day was flawless. Becky + Paul are two of the sweetest people I have worked with and I loved getting to know them at their Disney engagement session and at the wedding!  Plus any bride who has 3 shoes and two wedding dresses on her big day is okay by me!  Enjoy their day as seen through my lens!

 

Ceremony & Reception: The Dana on Mission Bay
Photography: Melissa McClure Photography
Assistant Photographer: Michele Goane
Wedding Coordinator: Brenda & Ania from Swann Soirees
Florist: TessFresh
Cake: Flour Power
DJ: Joe with JMC Events
Bride’s Hair & Makeup: Marisa Von Sheere
Bridesmaids Hair & Makeup: Michelle with Lipstick and Luster
Favors and Napkins: The Bride & Groom
Bride’s Dress: Sottero and Midgley
Alterations: Lulu’s
Bridesmaid Dresses: Alfred Angelo in Charcol
Bride’s traditional gown: Handmade
Photobooth: The Fotobox

Admiral Baker Clubhouse Wedding – {Jeff + Marlene}

Marlene was a planner!  She was my first 2011 wedding booked…back in 2009!  I can remember thinking how far away the wedding seemed.  You can peek at their engagement session here.  As usual, Brenda made sure everything wedding went smoothly!   And it did…from their super sweet first look to their emotional vows and ending in a high-energy dance party complete with glow sticks!  What a party!  I’m ready to do it again, k Marlene?  1 year vow renewal? ;-)

Ceremony & Reception: Admiral Baker Clubhouse
Photography: Melissa McClure Photography
Assistant Photographer: Michele Goane
Wedding Coordinator: Brenda from Swann Soirees
Florist: Diane’s Wedding Flowers
Officiant: Rev. Zoe Villaroman
Cake: European Cake Gallery
DJ: High-Energy DJ
Bride’s Makeup: Ashley with AC Makeup
Bride’s Hair: Danielle with Say I Do Up Do’s
Bride’s Dress: Allure
Linens: Classy Covers
Limo: Elite Image

Mission San Juan Capistrano Engagement Photography – {William + Suzanne}

My first time meeting Suzanne and William was at their engagement session.  They live in NorCal and traveled down for wedding planning and our shoot!  They picked the gorgeous San Juan Capistrano Mission – one of my favorite places!  They were very quiet at the beginning but by the end of our session, they knew exactly how to pose for the camera!  They were total naturals together.  Thank you to Brenda Swann for introducing us!

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