An Elegant Backyard Wedding- Part One, the Details {Santa Ana Wedding Photographer}

When I met with Shawnee, she told me the plan for the day. Evan, her groom, has family that owns three different houses on one block. Not just ANY block, mind you. A historical, beautiful, landmark street in Santa Ana, where every house is different, every house is stunning, and every house is a small piece of history. (not to mention massive, by Orange County terms). Their plan was for the bride and bridesmaids to get ready at one house, have the ceremony at another house, then have the reception at the last house. A progressive wedding day. It sounded epic. 

I couldn't have even anticipated the gorgeousness that is these homes. I couldn't have guessed the generosity that it takes for not one, but THREE families to open their homes completely. I couldn't have even imagined how loving, supportive, and surrounded by joy this day was to be. But it was all this, and more.

Here's the first look at some of the wonderful details that helped make this day so special for Shawnee and Evan.

 

 

Hair & Make-Up: Tami Ball; Mane Moves & Body Works

Cake: Ginger Amalong

Flowers: Erica; Albertsons - Irvine Blvd

Tuxedos: Friar Tux

Wedding gown and Bridemaid Dresses: David's Bridal

Linens: Anar Party Rental

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I do believe.....

... it's Summertime.

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Nolan is One. And lovin it.

Nolan has made numerous appearances here, and will continue to be a star player in my portfolio.  He is an absolute doll, with eyes that sparkle like you wouldn't believe, and a cute little bow of a mouth that begs for kisses from Mama.  Last month, he turned one.  I was so honored to photograph his birthday party, which was one heck of a shindig, complete with DJ, Moonbounce, Taco stand, and more! This kid's got one heck of a party precedent to live up to... Here are some shots of that day, as well as some of his One Year Old session in the studio.  Both days, he had absolutely no interest in the cake.  Go figure! (I, however, had to restrain myself from grabbing the cake with my bare hands both days...)   Enjoy these shots, and when you start craving cake, you can blame me.

More after the break

Nolan

My long lost friend, Cheryl, has two ridiculously cute boys. Her oldest, Riley, has a smile to light Times Square. Her youngest, Nolan, has piercing blue eyes that you could probably see in the dark, and cheeks that beg to be squished.

We took Nolan's nine month photos in their idyllic backyard, while Riley played with a bubble gun and did his best to share the attention.

They are both so photogenic, it's really not even work to take their photos.

More of this gorgeous family to come.

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