Craig and Hannah's elopement in San Marcos was a beautiful celebration of love and family. Choosing to marry in an intimate setting, they opted for a picturesque backdrop at Discovery Lake for portraits, conveniently located near the County Clerk's office. This serene location was perfect for their special day, providing a tranquil environment filled with natural beauty. As this was their second marriage, Craig and Hannah embraced the simplicity of an elopement for their union and had a short but heartfelt ceremony. With Hannah’s two daughters as witnesses, the day was not only about the couple but also about blending families and creating new memories together. Their presence added a personal touch, symbolizing the bond they share as they embark on this new chapter.

This last weekend with Brisa and TJ was so much fun! On Saturday we met at the San Marcos Courthouse and got these two hitched with a small group of their friends and family. It was short but oh so sweet. Afterwards we went and took some stunning photos of them nearby in San Elijo and these two killed it. We had a blast getting to know each other and getting to play. It’s the best part of doing an elopement style wedding, you get to make your own way. You can take your time and the pressure cooker of a hard timeline just isn’t there. It’s the best!

Yesterday’s little beach elopement here in Oceanside was short and sweet. Sweethearts Hayden and Pualani, and their families came together on the beach to celebrate their love. While the sun shined bright these two promised their lives to one another. Lots of happy tears and smiles, and sweet family moments. I always feel so blessed to see such beautiful moments in people’s lives, and I can’t wait to see what life has in store for these two.

Yesterday’s Elopement at Cabrillo National monument is one for the books! Zach and Kris, along with both of their immediate family and close friends, meet on the stunning cliffs that feel like the edge of the world. This beautiful couple came together and their joy radiated out of them and was reflected right back at them by every smiling face there. The feeling of joy and celebration was so contagious, even park visitors walking by couldn’t help but smile!

Yesterday’s Elopement in Balboa Park, with Monique and Daniel was intimate and sweet. It was all about their little family and who doesn’t love that?! We met at the Botanical building right near the lily pond, went inside and picked the perfect spot and started their beautiful ceremony. They exchanged vows with each other and the children, and exchanged gifts. Rings for each other, and jewelry for the kids, to remind them all of their commitment to each other as a family.

On Sunday, I traveled to Kendall’s family home in Oceanside for their quick and sweet little backyard elopement. This small little event was just their close family, and with 8 people it had all the best parts a wedding can have. The person you love and the family who surround you. Melanie and Kendall made a pretty little backyard dinner setting and ceremony space, and spent all their energy on the things that mattered to them most. The ceremony was short and sweet and full of happy tears. We finished up with family pictures after the ceremony and headed out front to get a few quick just married shots. They even brought a basketball, since that was key to their meeting and connecting. IT was all kinds of wonderful and I can’t wait to see what the future has in store for these two.

Yesterday was warm, clear, bright and so so sweet. Jessica and Josh’s families came together to celebrate these two and it was so beautiful. The home they rented in Rancho Santa Fe was full of beautiful Spanish style and their decor was so lovely. We voomed through the day and I made sure to get every moment captured. I especially loved all the sweet moments with Jessica’s sisters and new niece. I am all about the cuddles!

Yesterday’s morning Elopement with Ronaldo and Emily was so sweet, it was the perfect start to the weekend. We began the day with romantic portraits, in San Marcos’s rolling hills and big moody skies as our back drop. And these two brought the romance and excitement. And they were down for a little adventure, tromping through rough terrain and grasses that love to stick to lace dressed in their wedding best. After our beautiful portraits we headed to the San Marcos Courthouse to meet family and to start the ceremony. Emily’s little niece was the cutest, and did some super cute twirls for the camera.

Saturday’s Elopement with Ami and Nicole was so sweet and intimate. They gathered some of the most important people in their lives, and had a lovely little party. The day was beautiful and warm, and the rental house was right on the cliffs in Encinitas with stunning views and beach access. After all the getting ready we all headed down to the beach for a quick little ceremony where their friend Brooke officiated a tear and laughter filled ceremony. After the ceremony we frolicked around on the beach and the couple shared a sweet little first dance. I am obsessed with all their beautiful portraits!

This Saturday’s elopement in Temecula was magical. With all the rain we’ve recently had the temperature was perfect, sunny and cool. The hills were green and rolling and everything was in bloom, including Kai and Stacey’s love. This may not have been their first choice for wedding plans with their parents far away in other countries, but these two had a perfect day. They were both so attentive and in tune with each other, and made this weekend really all about their friends and family who could come. They integrated Chinese cultural aspects with western traditions in such a beautiful way. Stacey’s white chines style wedding dress was perfection and she even changed into a beautiful red dress later in the day as nod to a traditional Chinese wedding dress.

When Kathleen approached me about her mountain top elopement basically in my backyard my answer was a resounding yes! This sweet couples original plans had to be changed just like everyone living in this covid world. So instead of their Hawaiian elopement they picked a beautiful and convenient spot where their family could be solidified and celebrated. I loved that their ceremony really focused on them and their adorable kids. So congratulations and I hope you love these sweet sneak peaks! Cannot wait to share more. :)