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.
This was my first visit to Balboa Island in Newport – such a cool little area! And I had a blast getting to know Kristin and Jonathan a little bit more! They both work in the medical field and are headed to Honduras soon – all just a few short months before their wedding. Love their dedication. I’m looking forward to hearing all about their experience at their wedding in June!
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
Photos by Associate Photographer, Mandi Contreras
I love how playful these two are! Laughing a ton, dancing in the ocean – I just know they will have a fantastic wedding!
Sarah contacted me a few weeks prior to their New Years Eve ceremony at the San Diego Courthouse. It was the busiest I had ever seen it there – everyone wants to get married on that date. 😉 After a late start, they had a short and sweet ceremony followed up by some portraits down by the water. I loved her bouquet (a TessFresh original) and her hairpiece!
I thought I would follow up Troy + Heather’s gorgeous Honua Kai wedding with their trash the dress session! We met up the day after the wedding and I took them to some of my favorite spots on the island! They were totally up for jumping in the water too – love it!
