by carly on August 29, 2010
Katie and Mike are officially Mr. and Mrs. after a beautiful (and really really fun) wedding yesterday at Heritage Park in Dana Point. The incredibly sweet and talented Melody Walker was hired to coordinate the event. As always, she pulled it off flawlessly and kept Katie stress-free so she could enjoy her wedding. We were fortunate enough to be able to take pre ceremony photos at the Ritz Carlton Laguna Niguel, then after the ceremony we headed down to the beach for a mini photo sess of the bridal party. Guests enjoyed a beautiful view of Dana Point Harbor and perfect weather at Cannons Restaurant, where the reception took place. We were also entertained with several toasts by the couple’s loved ones. Until yesterday I had never seen a wedding toast involving two Cabbage Patch dolls…I think the bride’s brother referred to them as “nunchucks of death” or something hillarious like that. Congrats Katie and Mike! You make a beautiful couple and I am so honored that I was able to document your wedding day!
She looks just a wee bit happy, huh? 
The modern day bridal party photo- Blackberries in hand!
After the nunchuck Cabbage Patch doll demonstration…Luckily, no one was hurt.
Good lighting is always the first thing I look for when choosing a spot for photos. Look how beautiful their skin is in this sweet light inside a hallway at the Ritz Carlton!
Katie has always wanted Mike to sing for her (he used to sing back in the day). That wish became a reality when Mike serenaded his new wife in a surprise performance. Not a dry eye in the house (including mine)!
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by carly on August 22, 2010
Kira and Colin’s Casa Romantica wedding was classy, chic, modern, and laid back- all at the same time. Green Leaf Designs’ fresh arrangements of tropical blooms interlaced with succulents were a perfect compliment to the Pacific Ocean backdrop. Kira’s impeccable style shone through in all the creative details of the wedding- from the coordinated paper products to the plush throw blankets and dancing flip flops. Thanks to the fabulous Dalise Lindsay, everything was perfectly organized, on schedule, and stress-free (congrats on another flawlessly executed wedding, you rock!) Now let’s go get this wedding published in The Knot!
Can you say GORGEOUS! This is going on my wall.
Kira bought cardstock and created the escort cards and other paper products herself.
Bridal PARTY! Aren’t those bridesmaids’ dresses cute?
There’s no way Colin could get through the night without showing off some of his stellar dance skills. 
The ceremony site at Casa Romantica. Could a wedding venue be any more perfect than this?
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by carly on August 15, 2010
by carly on July 20, 2010
Jenna and Mark’s wedding at Bella Collina Towne and Golf Club was SO MUCH FUN! I’ve been really lucky this summer with fun, laid back brides and beautiful wedding venues. Jenna is my kind of bride in every way…didn’t think twice when I asked her to lay down in the grass (on the petticoat, not the actual gown!) and had a ton of personality in front of the camera. Mark treats Jenna like a queen, and it was such a pleasure to document all the emotional moments of their wedding day. Thanks a million to my past bride turned friend Brooke Bakken for referring Jenna and Mark to me!! Now for the pics…
Jenna, you are my hero for letting me capture this image!
My 2nd shooter Brian took this beautiful shot in the wine tasting room.
Since Jenna and Mark took photos together before the ceremony, we had time for a golf cart ride and some romantic pics.
Perfect weather…
Love the attitude ladies! Work it!
This image was created using an off-camera light to combat the strong backlighting from the sun.
Bridal party, ready for the party.
C’mon Jenna, you know you love it…haha!
Jenna’s friends made the DELICIOUS cupcakes. The red velvet was to die for, and the frosting was perfection!
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