{ Mary + Larry: Married! (now that one’s a mouthful!) }

The guests, grouped at candlelit tables on a warm Californian fall night, grew quiet as the best man began his speech. The way he described their relationship summed it up perfectly: “when I asked Larry about Mary, he simply replied ‘I love her man, I just love her.‘ Now, we all say we love our wives, but no one says it like THAT!” The reception came to life with laughter, but you could see it in everyone’s eyes that they knew what he meant. The way Larry beamed with joy as Mary walked down the aisle, the way he made her laugh. I could tell from our very first meeting, digging into pastas and BBQ chicken pizzas at CPK, that they were absolutely perfect for each other.

The wedding was held in the backyard of their stunning Walnut home. I was so impressed with all of the details (organized by the fabulous Ada of Fresh Events Company!) that transformed their home into the most beautiful and intimate of venues. I loved that Mary and her bridesmaids were able to get ready upstairs and then waltz downstairs for the ceremony – none of the stress of running between different sites! At night their backyard was transformed into a beautiful reception site, with a cozy bar and floating candles across the pool. Mary’s vision for her wedding perfectly matched her own admirable qualities – elegant, friendly, and warm.

Mary & Larry – thank you so much for choosing me to document your special day! Scott and I had such a great time at your wedding and wish you all the best in the years to come!! :)

Starting off with some details…

Something about lace dresses gets me everytime – love it!

Mary was absolutely radiant!

The ceremony begins… Larry’s smile just kept getting bigger and bigger as Mary walked down the aisle!

Catching the last of the light with a few portraits:

Love the rays Scott grabbed in this one!

And then it was time to morph the place into reception-mode!

Could this BE any cuter?? (*insert Chandler voice here*)

Mary and Larry rocked the rhumba for their first dance:

Their cake was from Ms. Ruby’s Bakery, renowned for their scrumptious red velvet. When we first met up to discuss their wedding plans, they so kindly gave me a piece, and it was honestly to DIE for!


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12 Responses to “{ Mary + Larry: Married! (now that one’s a mouthful!) }”

  1. zhoo Says:

    such an beautiful event, I can see joy, beauty and creativity as well. very nice!

  2. Anonymous Says:

    Adrienne — what a beautifully told wedding, in both your words, and, no doubt these amazing images. The photos are so pure, and rich with light.  Excellent as always!!

  3. iheartphotos Says:

    awesome awesome awesome!!!!!!  beaaautiful images!  what lens do you use most of the time?

  4. adriennephoto Says:

    @zhoo – Thank you!

    @Stephen Grant – Thank you Stephen! Wow, your comment was so eloquently written! :)

    @iheartphotos – Thanks Hana! I shot most of this with the Canon 50mm 1.4. The ceremony shots are with the 70-200mm 2.8 IS. I absolutely love both of those lenses!!

  5. iheartphotos Says:

    gotta love that 70-200!!!  i just wish it wasn’t so heavy!

    hey did you ever have the 50 1.8?  i’ve been looking at the 1.4 and the 1.2 but i don’t know how much of a difference there is in terms of the photo?  and the 1.2 is pretty pricey!

  6. dimsom Says:

    stunning!  beautiful couple =)  and the quality of your shots are awesome, it’s all out there, nothing to hide, i love it!

  7. jasminemariephotography Says:

    Another beautiful job, Adrienne. :)

  8. sdohana Says:

    wow wow wow!!!  stunning bride! beautiful job on this one adrienne!

  9. adriennephoto Says:

    @iheartphotos – I’ve never had the 50 1.8. I’ve tried the 1.2 and it really is an awesome lens, but I feel like the 1.4 serves me well right now – it’s plenty fast and sharp! :)

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  11. Kara May Says:

    Gorgeous couple and amazing wedding!! Fabulous photography – love your style :)

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