Shooting stars shot down from the sky above as signs that they were to be husband and wife. Gabriel shared their story with the entire reception party. They never dated. They were only friends. Something was telling him that she was his wife. Several instances brought them together and pushed them toward a life together. They both felt a confirmation from God that their role in each other’s life would be sealed with marriage. I teared up as he got to the ending of the story when he described the moment he knew he loved her. They were late for an occasion, and instead of being upset, Jimena brushed it off and suggested that maybe they were late for a reason. Maybe God had saved them from something…an accident…something that otherwise would’ve happened if everything had gone on schedule the way it was supposed to. Gabriel was amazed, and knew that this glorious, beautiful woman was going to be his wife… and in that moment discovered his love for her. They truly were a most gracious, big hearted, lovely couple! I had the pleasure to photograph their special day, and it was beautiful! Made me forget that it was my birthday! And I even got some awesome birthday wishes from the wedding party!

They chose a gorgeous venue, The Ambassador’s Campus, in Pasadena…and I instantly fell in love with the place as soon as my tiny feet hit the ground. It was an extremely hot day, but I could hardly notice because I was busy as a bee capturing all the pivotal moments. Ducking in and out like a ninja [my size does have some advantages ]

There’s always a moment… when after all the chaos of a wedding…after everything winds down (usually at the reception)…I find a calm, quiet silence of my own as the music plays and people dance merrily…there is always a song that keeps me in that moment and makes me cry (ok…ok…I’m a cry baby…so what!). And I imagine how awesome it must feel to be in their shoes, celebrating their day. Being with the one person you want to share everything with…in good times…when the joy is through the roof…the blessings, the laughter, the pleasant surprises…but also in bad times…the tears, the heartache, the disappointments, the arguments (you may not always agree with the snoring…having the dog sleep in the bed…washing the dishes). Through it all…you’re in it together. Unconditionally. That’s love <3 …and it’s only their beginning!

As we were taking their couple portraits, I chit chatted with them and asked them how they met, and that’s when they told me, “Just wait, you’ll see…I’m going to tell our story at the reception.” And in those minutes of storytelling, I was reminded of why I love photographing weddings. The love. The beginning of the journey that will be the rest of their lives together…I was there. Not only was I there, but I get to give them the gift of reliving that day with the images I provided for them. I love my brides and my grooms!

I photograph with love, I edit with love, I share with love (and hugs too!)

Here are the most recent products of that love Enjoy!

isn't that just precious!

This one has to be one of my ABSOLUTE favorites of the bunch!

Doesn't this photo make you feel like he's an older man trapped in a little boy's body? Maybe he's just an old soul... a very CUTE one

There were SO many gorgeous places to choose from to take their portraits...it was hard to choose just ONE...as you can tell by the following

Aren't they just a handsome couple! I mean really...come on... Those smiles are gorgeous!

Another STUNNING bride! On the the reception!

Making their entrance into the reception

I always know which child is gonna give me my money shots...

Now, tell me this venue doesn't TAKE YOUR BREATH AWAY

little boys always trying to get into mischief That speaker was on FULL BLAST by the way...

I'm pretty sure they got caught eventually...but I wasn't about to be the tattle tail

And they lived happily ever after… NOT the end…just the BEGINNING <3

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