Rachel and Jacob’s wedding day was full of the beautiful moments that make me thank my lucky stars that I get to photograph weddings. From having to put on the dress twice and Rachel’s sweet tears during their First Look to Jacob’s perpetual grin, gorgeous details, and the flurries of bear hugs and happy squeals, the day was exactly what a wedding day should be: a beautiful culmination of two people’s love for each other.

Rachel and Jacob have hearts of gold, and I couldn’t ask for a more rich love story to tell. Theirs is full of life together through thick and thin, surrounded by a group of the kindest friends and family you’ll ever know.

Rachel and Jacob, thank you, so very much, for allowing me to be part of your special day. It was an honor.

This one on the right? One of my all-time favorite frames.

Vendors:

Dress: Vera Wang

Jewelry: Etsy

Hair and Makeup: for beauty

Don’t forget about the Winter Wedding Sale! 10% off all February and March 2013 weddings, folks.

Spread some holiday cheer to your newly engaged friends and family and let ’em know about this smokin’ deal!

Becca and Johnny are the epitome of the perfect couple. So it follows that their wedding day was perfect–complete with the occasional worry, a bit of stress and permeating bliss. (Good idea: getting married at sunset.)

I always want to wrap my arms around my clients and thank them, so sincerely, for letting me be so up close and personal with their big day. It takes real strength to let someone who was a stranger a few months before get close enough and deep enough to really tell the story–and I am so grateful for that opportunity.

Becca and Johnny have two of the most infectious smiles ever created–together, they light up entire rooms–and the entirety of Temple Square, mind you. No less than six strangers came up to Becca and Johnny and asked to take photos of them for various reasons–the real truth? They’re magnetic. People just want to be around them. It was such a thrill to witness their incredible souls united, forever and ever and ever. (Okay, that was dripping with sappy. It was that great. I can’t help it.)

Becca and Johnny, thank you so much for allowing me the privilege of documenting your amazing love and the beginning of your life together. It was an honor.

Vendors:

Flowers: Calie Rose (you know how I feel about her already–book.her.now.)

Dress: Prom dress from Dillard’s, altered by Design by Deanne

Veil: Design by Deanne

Jewelry: Macy’s

Hair: Ashley at Salon on the Ave

Groom’s Suit: Hugo Boss

Venue: The Lion House and Salt Lake City Temple

Maddie and Jason thought of everything for their wedding, and it couldn’t have been a more perfect day. They were surrounded by two of the greatest families and a bundle of the best friends any two people could ask for. Their people talked about how perfect they are together, how happy they make each other, and how blissful their life together will be. I just kept catching myself grinning watching Maddie and Jason throughout their wedding day–and as I grinned, I just thought: “This is what it’s all about.”

Maddie and Jason, thank you so much for having me out to San Diego to capture your story! You are an amazing pair.

Film goodness.

Vendors:

Dress: Casa Blanca from Bridal Showcase in San Marcos, CA

Venue: Maderas Golf Club in Poway, CA

Flowers: Holly Ureta

There’s just no other way to describe the day: blissful. Jessica and Miles were such bundles of overflowing joy–their happiness is contagious, to say the least. Plus they are one of the most gracious couples I’ve ever met–somehow so simultaneously wrapped up in each other and so present with the people around them.

Jessica’s mom said it best at the luncheon: that Miles is kind and thoughtful, with a heart of gold, and that Jessica is his match in every way.

Thank you, Jessica and Miles, for letting me be part of your wedding day and your love story. I wish you so many happy years to come!

Vendors:

Groom’s suit: Mr. Mac
Make up: Amelia Largey
Jewelry: Bridal Image
Catering: Self Impressions Catering

Ashley and Michael are a perfect fit–you can tell they are best friends. Their wedding day was full of smiles and the people they love, rolling with the punches and enjoying the real moments that make these sometimes crazy days so very special. These two are so much fun–we could have been doing anything anywhere and they would have made it a party. Their wedding was the perfect mix of sentimental and a laid-back good time for everyone.

Ashley and Michael, you are such a wonderful pair–it was so much fun to be part of your wedding! I wish you so much love in the years that lie ahead.

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