Weddings Archive

I’ve known Alex’s uncle for a few years in the wedding industry so I was thrilled when he thought of me for his beloved nieces wedding! I got a chance to meet Alex + Ryan before the big day and what struck me was how sweet and genuine they both were. They were so thrilled to get married. right after the wedding they made a big move to the Pacific Northwest to start their new adventure as husband and wife!

Wedding Venue: Tom Ham’s Lighthouse
Getting Ready Venue: Hilton Harbor Island
Photographer: Melissa McClure Photography
Cake: Grove Pastry Shop
DJ & Photobooth: Blake Miller, Pro Motion Entertainment

This wedding was a bit different for me – the bride is a very good friend of mine. She really wanted me to be there as a guest so we made a deal. I shot the first half of the wedding and then turned in to a guest for the reception! I had an awesome team of photographers to cover the reception for me. It was a blast to be able to put down my camera and boogie the night away! Ben + Sara are such a fun couple to hang out with. And their friends were no different! I laughed so hard the entire day!
Ceremony Venue: St Patrick’s Catholic Parish
Reception Venue: Hilton Mission Bay
Photographer: Melissa McClure Photography
Photo Assistants: Jamie + Julie
Coordinator: Jen with Day of Love
Florist: Branches Floral Studio
Hair + Makeup: Jackie with Jellis Faces
DJ: Pat with Sound Prodigy

Amy + Kirill’s Wedding was different. In a good way of course. It was important to them to keep the ceremony intimate and special. We did an early morning ceremony (did you see that amazing romantic morning fog??) at Cordiano Winery followed by a full vegan breakfast and some toasts. Later that evening, Amy switched dresses and they had a kick ass party with the best vegan catering I’ve ever had! Amy is a vegan, Kirill is not. But Kirill wanted his bride to be able to enjoy everything edible at their wedding which I thought was such a sweet gesture. Their wedding had some of the most thoughtful and beautiful details I’ve seen. Shout out to Kim at Cordiano for making the gorgeousness happen! 

Ceremony Venue: Cordiano Winery
Reception Venue: Private Home
Photographer: Melissa McClure Photography
Coordinator, Designer & Cake: Kim with Cordiano Winery
Florist: Tessfresh
Ceremony Rentals: Rickety Swank

Courtney and Drew’s lovely faces are gracing the pages of the latest Exquisite Weddings Magazine! I highly recommend picking up this edition – so many real weddings in here, it’s awesome!

It was a beautiful and windy day in Rancho Mirage at the Ritz Carlton. We started out at Courtney’s parents home which was filled to the brim with excitement. The ceremony was heartfelt and full of laughter when Courtney’s veil attacked Drew! After, everyone partied til midnight and dined on amazing food and cake!

Coordination: Michelle Stansfield, Chic Production
Photography: Melissa McClure Photography
Ceremony, Reception, Catering, and Cake: The Ritz Carlton, Rancho Mirage
Ceremony Florals: Rancho Mirage Florist
Reception + Personal Florals: Moller Nursery
Dress: Hayley Paige
Hair and Makeup: Priscilla Villegas and Ally Scott, J.Russell! The Salon
Rentals: Signature Party Rentals
Videographer: By Design Films
Transportation: Cardiff Limos
DJ & Lighting: D’Jay Company

Jessica + Andrew dreamed of their rooftop ceremony and reception at the W Hotel in San Diego (now the Renaissance by Marriott) but unfortunately Mother Nature had her own plans! A massive storm came through on their wedding day which enforced a back up plan. But the rain stopped long enough for us to get some awesome portraits at Embarcadero Park! Venue: (Formerly)The W Hotel San Diego
Photographer: Melissa McClure Photography
Florist: Organic Elements
Hair Stylist: Audra Rene Studio