I met with Emily a couple times leading up to the wedding and she would share with me little bits and pieces of how it was coming together – she would describe the romantic venue, the flowy bridesmaids’ dresses, the reception details. In my mind I conjured up the prettiest day, but I was still so in awe when I saw just how beautifully everything came together! I grew up just a few skips away from Palos Verdes and photograph there often, but since Cataliina View Gardens is relatively new, it was my first time photographing there. And to say it was stunning and now one of my most favorite places ever is an understatement! With expansive seaside views and pretty rustic details, it was such the perfect backdrop for Emily & Brian’s day.

You could feel the joy every moment of the day – from when they were getting ready, through the heartfelt ceremony, through dancing the evening away under the watercolor sky. These kinds of weddings make my hearts so full and I feel beyond blessed to have been there to document it!

This wedding was just the dreamiest from beginning to end! Maravilla Gardens was the perfect intimate setting for Julie and Lorenzo’s day, and every corner of the grounds was just so beautiful. We had lots of time for portraits after their sweet first look, and we were really able to explore the gardens, stumbling upon all the prettiest spots. The details of the day were simple but elegant and one of my most favorite details of course were those ethereal bridesmaids dresses. So light and pretty!

Julie and Lorenzo are some of the kindest people I’ve met and it was a true honor to be a part of their day. A special thank you to our mutual friend Harrison at Reverie for passing my name along to them!

This session with Maritza and Sarah was seriously so much fun! We wandered around beautiful Saddlerock Ranch coming across all the most whimsical finds – colorful doors, olive groves, a tree swing, and of course Stanley the giraffe! As you can see, he was such a good sport and posed so perfectly for photos! I really love these kinds of sessions where we can stroll and explore a bit and I can chat with and get to know the couple – Maritza and Sarah are really the sweetest!

Hope you enjoyed this playful session! It’s been a hectic holiday season over here but I have many more fun weddings and sessions to share soon!