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Looking for an outdoor wedding venue in South Orange County that feels like a little escape from everyday life? Gold Coast Farm in Aliso Viejo might be just what you’re picturing! This working farm is tucked into the northeast end of the historic Aliso Viejo Ranch, and it comes with orchards, winding garden paths, and […]
Choosing a wedding venue is one of the biggest (and most exciting!) decisions you’ll make while planning your day, and Orange County has so many beautiful options to choose from. Whether you’re dreaming of an ocean view ceremony, a historic ballroom, a golf course lawn, or a hilltop with a panoramic view of the city, […]
Weddings at Shade Hotel Redondo Beach can be as intimate as a 30-person gathering or as large as a 200-guest seated celebration, with a pool deck, a sunset rooftop, and an indoor-outdoor ballroom to choose from. If you’re comparing Southern California venues, this guide covers each space, its capacity, and what the ceremony and reception […]
E & R knew right from the start where they wanted to take their engagement pictures because it’s the place they first met: The University of Redlands. Since I always encourage my couples to chose a location that has meaning for their story, I was really excited for this one. This session was my first […]
As an Orange County wedding photographer, I feel lucky to say that every wedding I photograph has its own kind of magic. This past March, I had the pleasure of photographing a stunning brunch wedding at The French Estate in Orange, CA, and it’s one I’ve been excited to share ever since. There is something […]
From the first conversation with J&J about their Seventh Place wedding, one of downtown Los Angeles’ most beloved Arts District Venues, I knew we were in for a day full of color, texture, and joy. Add in a first look at the Kyoto Garden at The DoubleTree Los Angeles Downtown, a vibrant, unexpected floral palette, […]
Eagle Glen Golf Club is the kind of venue that does a lot of the work for you. We arrived about an hour before the sunset to photograph our couple and the open views over the fairways and surrounding hills made for a beautiful backdrop in the late afternoon light. As the evening set in […]
Sometimes the weddings that stand out most in my mind are not the biggest ones. They’re the ones thoughtfully built around the moments and the people that matter most. That is exactly why N & A chose to get married at home. For them, home was the venue that made the most sense. It’s where […]
When we started planning J&J’s engagement session, their wishlist was pretty simple: keep it fun, keep it real, and make sure that their pup A was included! Nothing overly stiff or formal – just the two of them, doing the kinds of things they actually love, in a city that felt like theirs. Throughout their […]
When it comes to engagement sessions, I always encourage my couples to really make it their own. Rather than generic or overly posed portraits, your engagement session should reflect your love story. It should feel like a glimpse into your relationship, and all the little details that make you, you. As you’re planning your wedding, […]
