Rincon Beach Club Resort | Lieutenant J.D and Elena wedding

Working in Santa Barbara, driving along beautiful Hwy 101, and photographing a wedding is a lot of fun. This is what we did for the wedding of Lieutenant J.D. and Elena. It was hosted by the Rincon Beach Club in Carpenteria. I LOVE this venue. Everyone worked very hard to make their wedding a dream come true. J.D.'s family flew in from Ohio to join in the celebration. The day before the wedding, I got to meet everyone at the rehearsal dinner. I believe that this is the BEST way to "break the ice" with all of the family members and the bridal party, so that when the day of the wedding arrives, everyone feels comfortable with me. The religious ceremony was also held at the Rincon Beach Club, Melissa Sylvester and the staff did a remarkable job of making sure that things were ready for the enjoyment of the guests. The bride and groom had a fantastic time and so did their college friends who came from all over the United States. Now, I will show you some of my favorites of the day. By the way, J.D. and Elena are enjoying their honeymoon in Paris and Italy, right now.

Lieutenant J.D Patton and Mrs Patton.




































vendors:
Second Camera: Laurie Bayley

Ceremony and Reception Event Planner:
Melissa Sylvester, Asistant Jaime Anderson Rincon Beach Club

Wedding Gown by Pebbles Bridal

Tux by Calvin Klein through Men's Wearhouse

Rings: Kimpel's Jewelry in Ohio

Honeymoon: Trafalgar tours France

Stationary: Hand made by mother of bride.

Candies: See's candies

Cookies: Jessica Foster Confections

Wedding Cakes
Company: Jana's Creative Cakes


Florist:
Symphony of Flowers

Ceremony/Cocktail Music:
Mariachis Aguilas de Mexico

Reception Music:
Coastal Events

Officiant:
Ken Craft

Videographer:
Coastal Events

Valet:
Blue Star Parking Co

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Santa Barbara Engagement session Mike and Nicole

It was a beautiful day in Santa Barbara where I met Nicole and Mike for their engagement session. When I arrived, they were waiting for me in a very cool restaurant eating some appetizers and drinking some yummy wine. We chatted for a while, as we all finished the appetizers. The lighting was just perfect. As we were sitting, rims of sunlight came across the patio of the restaurant. It was perfect!! Time to start.

We walked to the courthouse where Nicole and Mike chose to have their pictures taken. Afterward, we all drove to several locations in Santa Barbara. Since Mike works there, he knew of a very cool secluded park. I really loved it and will be bringing more of my couples there. Thanks Mike!! Mike and Nicole love a good wine and good conversation. We had so much fun together that they totally forgot how nervous they were before the session. We are celebrating their marriage at the Universal City Sheraton in Los Angeles. My other couple, Pablo and Tara, are going to be there too!! I get to see them for the first time after their wedding day. I can’t wait.

Some of my favorites of the day…

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Chris and Elena's Wedding in Santa barbara

This past Saturday Chris and Elena tied the knot in Santa Barbara. The day started well; it happened to be Memorial Day weekend. It was a good time to photograph a wedding in Santa Barbara. I have always wanted to be part of a wedding like this one. The family, the most important people to Elena and Chris, were invited and were part of the celebration. I felt so good all day, Elena looked preciosa! I arrived at the Fess Parker’s Doubletree Resort located in Santa Barbara, and as I was looking for the room, I saw many brides getting married. It is a great hotel. After everyone gathered, we all rode a trolley that they had rented for the occasion. I had so much fun! Then we all arrived at the beautiful Court House in Santa Barbara, the place for wedding photography and the place where Chris and Elena got married. Then we all jumped in the trolley again and had a wonderful time at Stella Mare’s French Country Cuisine. Then the tequila shots started. I want to thank everyone for making me feel like a guest!!

Some of my favorites of the night.





I love this image that David took!






David took this shot at the right time to catch this moment, lots of love...

Thank you David for always being willing to help me out!!