With mismatched glass accents, Moroccan rugs, and a Coachella-inspired balloon chain, Corinne and Jon’s California desert wedding is the perfect marriage of a relaxed boho vibe and elegant style. The couple made it a point to focus on the ceremony and their guests, which resulted in a day of intimacy, joy, and love. For an added element of fun, the couple hired Front Porch Pops to provide alcoholic popsicles for the adult guests (and non-alcoholic ones for the kiddos) between the ceremony […]
Wedding Ideas: California Wedding
This Headlands Center for the Arts Wedding is As Sweet as Can Be
When Sarah and Jon visited Headlands Center for the Arts as a potential wedding venue, it was love at first sight. Drawing inspiration from the arts center’s creative energy, the couple chose a minimal vibe and incorporated meaningful, artistic elements to represent themselves as individuals and as a couple. Ampersand flower shop used bright pops of color in the floral arrangements, which made the space feel fresh and natural, and worked perfectly with the couple’s pink and gold color palette. Amy Winningham […]
Glitzy Rustic DIY Wedding in Oxnard, California
This gorgeous rustic DIY wedding has all the glitzy style and natural beauty we love about California weddings! With tons of help from their family and friends, Genna and Justin DIYed most of their wedding day décor, including the setup, dinner, and dessert. The couple decorated cozy vignettes to display favors and personal keepsakes, and mixed copper and silver metals with lace and wood textures for a simple yet lush feel. Rather than a traditional fall color […]
This Oceanside Wedding at Shelter Cove is the Epitome of Laid-Back Chic
Anni and Rich are originally from opposite ends of the world, but when it came time for them to choose a wedding venue, California’s Shelter Cove called to them. Being a wedding photographer herself, Anni knew she wanted a low-key wedding weekend that included events and details that are special to her and Rich’s past, present, and future! The couple held a traditional Baci ceremony as well as an intimate Black Sands Beach ceremony to reflect their cultures […]
Whimsical DIY Wedding at Yosemite Bug Rustic Mountain Resort
For as long as they can remember, Rosalyn and Nate have always loved Yosemite’s naturally epic mountains and scenic vibes. When this adventurous couple decided on a relaxed, outdoorsy, “take your shoes off” wedding affair, they immediately selected Yosemite Bug Rustic Mountain Resort as their venue! Along with the help of their family and friends, Rosalyn and Nate decorated the venue with a ceremony arch made of ladders, Kraft paper table cloths, and dozens of dreamcatchers handmade by Rosalyn’s maid […]
Colorful Waterfront San Diego Elopement
Want to know what a perfect day in San Diego looks like? We’ve found it! Alison and Steve’s intimate San Diego elopement truly captured the vibrancy of this young, hip city. Their first look took place at one of San Diego’s most beloved – and most colorful – urban murals. From there, they headed off for a ridiculously cool photo op in the middle of a desert garden. Finally, it was time to say, “I Do,” […]
Intimate Adventure Wedding in Yosemite National Park
When Caitlin and Thad were planning their wedding, their own experiences in wedding photography helped them know they wanted to highlight the whole experience of the day rather than focus on small details. The free-spirited couple settled on an intimate destination wedding in Yosemite National Park, where their guests hiked into for the event! Choosing to DIY their catering, florals, and décor, Caitlin and Thad’s low-key wedding included a spectacular sunset portrait session and was captured by Erin & […]
A Viking Inspired Wedding at The White Horse Inn
When a Viking marries a Gypsy, you know the wedding is going to take beautiful to the extreme. Jess and Brian honored their families’ heritages by incorporating traditional viking and bohemian elements into their The White Horse Inn wedding. The venue provided a magical view of the California setting, which Jess and Brian filled with antiques, geometric details, and plenty of air plants. As if the actual day weren’t stunning enough, Jess describes their wedding photos by Jonnie […]
Edgy Meets Feminine Circle Oak Ranch Wedding
When it comes to edgy feminine wedding style, Katey and Alec’s California wedding takes the cake! This very fashionable couple tied the knot at Circle Oak Ranch and incorporated a color palette of glamorous metallics, fresh ivory, and muted taupe. Katey’s show-stopping custom bridal gown featured two fabulous pieces, a dramatic high-low cut, and white floral leather. We love how JC Guzman Photography captured every perfect moment of Katey and Alec’s Circle Oak Ranch wedding, including stunning sunset couple portraits in the desert! […]