Mai & John were married last month in beautiful Dana Point. For most weddings, we do portraits at the venue, but we were lucky enough to squeeze some time into the schedule to visit one of my favorite rustic backdrops in the OC! Mai & John (and their super fun bridal party) were so laidback and wonderful and we loved photographing their intimate wedding!

It was an extra fun weekend, since we were working two back-to-back weddings with the superwoman Uyen of Sassy Girl Weddings. We all soaked in Mai & John’s amazing day and then woke up the next morning to hang out all over again! :)

I love the moment right after the bride & groom recess and exit, when the wedding party & the guests are all still inside… such a sweet intimate moment:

Love the whimsical details & the subtle bird theme…

From our very first meeting, Linda described a beautiful clearcut vision for her wedding. She wanted to maintain certain traditions while incorporating a fresh style – bright pops of pink & tangerine, a chic birdcage veil, dapper grey suits for the guys (with matching grey chucks – my fave of the chuck colors!), an awesome live band (and MC/DJ who also happened to be THE most amazing Michael-Buble-ish vocalist.)

With no detail left unturned, Linda & Chris could really kick back and enjoy the day, which flowed beautifully, especially with Shana of East West Event Productions on hand to coordinate. We’re so excited we could be there to document their perfect summer wedding!

The lush florals were all designed by the super sweet Cindy of Floral Elements. I’m so in love with that vibrant pink shade of peony in Linda’s bouquet…

How cute are the flowergirls in their sherbet-colored outfits?

After the ceremony we headed to UCI for portraits. I always love shooting against natural & green backdrops and adored this grove of trees!