Traveling has been a passion of mine since I got my first passport at 6 months old (no joke!) I sat on my moms lap and made gaga sounds at the photographer. I started traveling alone at age 6 to visit my Aunt in Missouri every Summer. I haven't stopped since. Where I go, my camera follows. I love experiencing new places and capturing each one in my own way.
I’ve known Kevin since high school and was so excited when they contacted me for their wedding! Unfortunately I was already booked on their date but I helped them find the perfect photographer. Plus I still got to shoot their engagement session! It was a gorgeous day in La Jolla, so great to spend time with these two!!
I’m seriously smitten with the photos from Eric + Ashley’s Pacific Northwest wedding! I’ve know Ashley for a few years since she is the cousin of my best friend. We first met as bridesmaids in a wedding! When she got engaged, I jumped on the chance to shoot her wedding! They are based in Portland and opted to have their wedding on the Columbia Gorge, the Washington side with a killer view of Mt Hood! The PNW has a special place in my heart since most of my family is located in this area!
Oh and this wedding was featured on Oh Lovely Day today! Woo!
Shout out to my awesome assistant Deann who shot many of the details – you rock!
Venue: Gorge Crest Winery
Photographer: Melissa McClure Photography
Catering: Premier Catering
Florals: Floral Designs by Alicia
Dessert: Boda’s Kitchen
DJ: Dancing Penguin Music
Transportation: Hood River Tours
Bridal gown: Casablanca #1975
Bridesmaids: Saison Blanche
Groom and Groomsmen Ties from The Tie Bar
Kristen & Jonathan were married at her parents home in Calimesa. It was hot. Like blistering hot. But it didn’t phase these two…nothing could get them down! They had one of the sweetest first looks I’ve photographed. Plus I always love when the night ends in sparklers. <3
Ceremony & Reception: Bride’s Parents Home, Calimesa
Photography: Melissa McClure
Assistant: Aaron Thompson
Rebecca + James came to me just about 2 months before their wedding. Their original photographer plans fell through – lucky me! It was a hot & humid day in Pt Loma but nothing could wipe the smiles from these two! James couldn’t stop staring at his beautiful wife! I also had a first at this wedding, a Reggae Band! They were awesome! Thanks to Nicole at Most Organized Bride for keeping the day in line and introducing me to them! xo
Ceremony & Reception: The Thursday Club
Photography: Melissa McClure
Assistant: Mandi Contreras
Florals: Organic Elements
Wedding Planner: Nicole with Most Organized Bride
Cake: Flour Power
Band: The Simpkin Project
Catering: Personal Touch Dining
Prepare for a massive blog post of photos! I’ve been waiting 9 months to share this one! Now that the magazine is on shelves I finally can! Donna + Matt had an amazing wedding surrounded by their close family and friends. 22 people flew out (mostly from the US) for their week long celebration and I was thrilled Michele & I could be a part of it! The day started off with the Eastern ceremony and finished with their Western one. The party went late in to the night, dancing and drinking on the sand. There were fire dances and lantern releases. And a whole lot of love. Enjoy the photos! I can’t wait to get back to Thailand.
Donna’s amazing dress was custom made in San Francisco by Atelier des Modistes! 
