Engagement

Bianca + Eric’s Engagement at The Happiest Place on Earth

I am so lucky to have the coolest clients!  Today, I want to share a little love for Bianca and Eric.  I met them both a few months ago back in July, as they started planning their intimate beach wedding at the Hilton Waterfront Beach Resort in Huntington Beach.  During our initial consultation they shared details about their lives, some plans about their wedding, and desires to have an engagement session at Disneyland!  Deep in my heart I knew we were a perfect match, and I just hoped that they felt the same way.  I was beyond thrilled with the news when they chose me!  This past weekend, as the kids were back in school and the weather was cool, we found the perfect chance to explore the happiest place on Earth!

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We first started in California Adventure, where we found a sea themed carousel with dolphins and a vineyard.

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The sun started setting fast, so we hopped over to Disneyland for the rest of the session.  First on our list was a place Bianca scouted online… the “Snow White Bridge.”  It was right next to the castle and has cute pink hearts along the sides.  Behind the bridge was a wishing well where you can hear Snow White echoing, “I’m wishing, for the one I love, to find me.”  So romantic!

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Kristin and Jordan: Engagement at Manhattan Beach

I met Kristin and Jordan last month as they started planning their February wedding at The Victorian in Santa Monica.  One interesting fact about their celebration, it will take place at the end of football season after the Superbowl (important factor for the men in attendance!)  The winter sun will set early, and they are planning a romantic nigh setting.   For their engagement shoot, they wanted somewhere fun and meaningful, so they chose a location about 5 minutes away from their place in Manhattan Beach.  It was my first time shooting there and I loved exploring with them!

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Victoria & Tony’s Engagement: Santa Monica Pier

I met Victoria and Tony last week, as they started planning their April wedding.  It so happens, we’re both getting married at Calamigos Ranch!  With similar tastes and styles, Victoria wasn’t hesitant booking.  She pretty much inquired, consulted, and decided to book within 72 hours!  I guess, when you know, you know… and I’m so glad to be a part of their wedding day plans!  On Friday, we did their fun engagement shoot at Santa Monica Pier.   Victoria brought a couple of props and we had a great time exploring.  I think this first picture pretty much sums up their playful spirit!  =)

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The first outfit matched their school spirit.  Blue and gold for UCLA!

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Santa Monica pier engagement

Angela + Eugene: Malibu Engagement

I’m happy to share an amazing session from this weekend, featuring Angela and Eugene.  We met during the holidays and they shared some great plans for their June wedding at Rancho del Cielo, in Malibu.  For their engagement, they wanted to incorporate some fun and style.  The colors of their wedding will be honey and wheat with accents of coral and blue.  Angela did an amazing job preparing with cute outfits and a basket full of goodies that included bubbles, a paint kit, letters, and origami cranes and hearts they both folded together.  I love the personal touches!

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Update: Angela and Eugene have been published on Fabulously Wed!  You can check out their feature HERE.