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.
Melissa and RJ were married on October 11, which turned out to be a gorgeous Fall day! It was even a bit chilly in the shade. It was perfect since Melissa had only lived in California for a week at that point! She moved here from Michigan to marry her long distance sweetie, RJ.
After 5 years of long distance, they made it official in front of their family and friends. These two love to laugh! That was obvious after their fun engagement session!
The day started at the Comfort Inn with some great vendors.
Sara Balderas of So Cal Makeup did a fabulous job with her airbrush makeup. It stayed flawless all day!
A Charger’s fan – my kind of couple!!
And here is Valerie Wilkerson (619-295-1525) from Tops Salon working on Melissa’s hair
About to become a Mrs. at the Immaculata on USD’s campus.
I love how Melissa is looking at RJ in this shot!
The whole bridal party! They were so fun, they had me laughing all day!
So gorgeous!
After our time at Balboa Park, we headed to Marina Village. Melissa worked hard at all these Fall themed details!
And the amazing cake that was done by Ranch Catering!
Dancing the night away!
One last quiet moment!
Melissa and RJ, I hope you are having an amazing Honeymoon!
Fun Fact: RJ is my third groom in 2008 that is a twin! (Shout out to Brandon and Kyle, the other two twin grooms!)
And a big thank you to Jamie Lawler for being a rad 2nd shooter!
xoxo, M
Hi Melissa I’m Rj’s cousin. I just wanted to drop by your site & let you know how great of a job you did with the photography, I can’t wait to see the complete set. Oh & I broke out in tears with the video, it was perfect!
What a beautiful and joyful bride and groom and a spectacular setting. I love these photos; thank you for posting them.
Melissa! This is my favorite wedding that you’ve shot!!! I LOVE it!
Another fab job Melissa! Love the orange skies in the last few shots. 🙂
So pretty! Love the dramatic lighting at Balboa! Great job!
Beautiful, my friend. Simply beautiful 😀
SWEET garter! hah
Ok, I know that I am hormonal, but I sat and watched those pictures of people I don’t even know and cried my eyes out! You have a true gift my friend!