I’m totally smitten by Rosie & Daniel’s story: they met years ago when she first came to him for a tattoo, and he’s been the tattoo artist for every tattoo she’s gotten since :) I never tire of photographing sweet simple ceremonies at the Beverly Hills Courthouse – this one included their closest family members, who surprised them with a confetti shower upon their exit (never get tired of these either!) Crossing my fingers that 2014 bring more fun courthouse weddings my way!

Carolina & Daniel are one of those couples who booked me over email, so their engagement session was our first time meeting. They seemed super sweet in our email exchanges, but I was happy to find they are even more awesome in person! They hung out and enjoyed each other’s company and just totally trusted me to do what I do, which I appreciate to pieces.

We shot around one my favorite naturey spots and then finished up by the beach just as the sun was starting to set – I’m a sucker for those pastel skies and Carolina’s dreamy dress! So excited for their special day this month!

I spent the first weekend of the year shooting my first wedding to the year, and it was a beauty. Susan and I knew of each other both growing up in Torrance (seriously one degree of separation in that city you guys, the Torrance connection is no joke!) and she was also a bridesmaid in a wedding I photographed a few years ago. It was such an honor when she came to me asking me to be the photographer for her own special day :) They were married at the Jones Victorian Estate – a sweet venue tucked away in a quiet neighborhood in Orange. The wedding was the perfect blend of casual elegance… Susan has killer style to boot, and put together whimsical details that tied so well into the venue and reflected their wintertime wedding – painted window panes, glittery table numbers, and baby’s breath galore!

It was the perfect way to kick off 2014 and I’m so excited for many more beautiful weddings in the coming months! Speaking of which, I’m looking to book just a handful more dates for this year, so if you’re considering contacting me for your wedding, I’d love love to chat with you soon! :)