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10.01.09
Lara + Tim's wedding was glamorous with an English nautical twist! Okay...I admit it, I'm trying too hard to describe their awesome wedding day because the usual "awesome" just doesn't do it justice! Lara + Tim's wedding perfectly followed the feel of their engagement session with a by-the-sea-sailing theme. This was just right for them because Lara + Tim both have a passion for the ocean and sailing. They were married on August 22nd at the Trinity Baptist Church in Santa Monica (recognize this church, Father of the Bride was shot at this same church!) and had a sweet reception that followed at The California Yacht Club in Marina Del Rey.
Don't go yet, click here for their online slideshow! Thank you, thank you to Lara + Tim for letting us be a part of your wedding day!!! We enjoyed every minute!
Heather Brown said:
Love love the ring shot... Amazing to say the least!! Awesome cant describe your photography either!!
(10.01.09 05:41 PM)
Glenda said:
Oh my Amelia... honey you just absolutely rocked this wedding! That stained glass shot is so gorgeous I almost cried! Everyone of these are just amazing - bravo!!
(10.01.09 06:06 PM)
stikman said:
your favorite is also my favorite, even before I saw it was your fav! haha
Great series here. Another job well done. They should be super stoked.
(10.01.09 06:08 PM)
jenny haas said:
your work always inspires me! I think I'm in love with you..haha
(10.01.09 06:41 PM)
Rensche van Dyk said:
So beautiful. You guys are so talented!
(10.02.09 12:03 AM)
Allison Davis said:
Totally rocked it is right! LOVE that stain glass photo! It is just stunning! Amazing work. :)
(10.02.09 07:40 AM)
shannon said:
so gorgeous!! these are just amazing. her dress is awesome!! you captured this wedding perfectly!
(10.02.09 09:22 AM)
Angel said:
These are So Beautiful! Her dress is AMAZING! Thats my favorite Wedding Dress I have ever seen!
(10.02.09 12:25 PM)
yan palmer said:
you better watch it, a girl could get used to these daily posts of incredible! holy taledo. how much could i pay you to let me second for you? the favorite shot of the day, agreed, agreed, it blew my mind, but also, those two of the bride and groom where she's leaning on the perfect touch of yellow and they look so confidently in love? sheesh.
(10.02.09 12:40 PM)
megan welker said:
ahhhh love it!! the one where theyre at the dock and he has his chin on her shoulder! another wonderfully photographed wedding :)
(10.02.09 01:13 PM)
anda said:
That is THE ring shot of awesomeness! I love all the black and whites as well ... grainy goodness.
(10.02.09 02:46 PM)
amelialyon said:
LOL! I'm trying to blog more! I'll definitely keep you in mind if I am ever in need of a second shooter:)
(10.02.09 03:09 PM)
Michelle Stone said:
in..freakin..credible.
you guys are so awesome!!
(10.02.09 08:13 PM)
Lizzy Peterson said:
I love this wedding! I think it is one of my favorite that you have done. But I am sure I've said that before :) You are simply amazing!
(10.02.09 10:37 PM)
Lucy, AL, Chloe & Bump said:
Stunning - just amazing x
(10.03.09 12:53 AM)
Becky said:
Wow! That picture of the bride in front of the stained glass window is perfection! Beautiful work!!!
(10.03.09 06:18 AM)
Cody said:
these are so gorgeous! what a beautiful bride!
(10.03.09 09:51 PM)
Daniel said:
FANFREAKINTASTIC ... I love the feel of this shoot ... Great work!
(10.05.09 12:52 PM)
kristen hollly said:
Yum, loving this! Love the textures and tones, and her DRESS! Hello love!
(10.05.09 07:53 PM)
Lyndzee of EP said:
LOVE the ring shot. LOVE it!
(10.06.09 05:30 PM)
brandelyn said:
where have you been hiding? or rather, where have I been hiding? love love love your work. :)
(10.07.09 01:34 PM)
annabella brandon said:
omg great job. and that dress is stunning
(10.08.09 02:17 PM)
rosaura said:
i can't stop looking at your blog. awesome sauce x 1000! the bride in front of the stained glass just totally stopped me in my tracks! wow! what lens did you use there? 35mm? love you guys!
(10.09.09 11:15 AM)
Rhonda said:
Absolutely stunning. These pics really capture the day - some are funny, some are touching, but they're all BEAUTIFUL!
(10.12.09 03:39 PM)
Wollongong Wedding Photography said:
Just Love Your Work And You Found The Satisfaction On It...
(10.14.09 12:37 AM)
kathryn said:
These are absolutely beautiful!!!!
This is the church where my brother got married!!!! As well as some good friends of ours. You did a much better job photographing this wedding than the jerk of a photographer they had!
(10.15.09 04:00 PM)
Jan Rooney said:
Wow, Lara....what amazing photos. They truly are gorgeous. You and Tim look like movie stars!!!! Very classy....What a fun time we had!!!! Blessings to you two....
Love, Jan
(10.26.09 07:10 PM)
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09.30.09
Alicia + Joey: full of life, character, and color! I already expected their wedding to be just this after the few hours we spent with them while shooting their engagement session. August 21st was an awesome day for a wedding, and it just so happened that it was the only day in the middle of the summer that it rained in San Diego. The old saying of "rain means good luck on your wedding day" must be true because Alicia + Joey are two of a kind!
My favorite shot of the day!
Second favorite shot of the day!
After the official ceremony took place at the LDS San Diego Temple, Alicia + Joey had a ring ceremony at the reception venue.
My favorite shot of the day!
I think this image perfectly displays Joey and his awesome personality, he had me giggling all day long:)
Second favorite shot of the day!
After the official ceremony took place at the LDS San Diego Temple, Alicia + Joey had a ring ceremony at the reception venue.
Happy marriage to Alicia + Joey, so excited for you both! Be sure to check out their slideshow! Also last, but certainly not least, a huge thank you to Jason + Emily of Roger Ruth Photography for helping me out that day!
megan welker said:
your second fav is my faav for sure!! and love the ring shot with the peacock feather :) woop woop another fabulous wedding amelia!
(09.30.09 11:22 PM)
brooke bowland said:
love the personality that you were able to capture. stunning work as always...
(10.01.09 12:38 AM)
Bobby Earle said:
Good freaking lord! These last two weddings... Freaky naughty good.
Bobby
(10.01.09 02:17 AM)
Anna said:
Lovin' all the shots in this set! Your bride & groom are soooo sassy :D Thanks fr sharing
(10.01.09 09:04 AM)
chelsey said:
I love the color of the bridesmaids dresses. Looks like they had a serious party!
(10.01.09 10:02 AM)
Mel said:
I LOVE the fairytale feel that is present in the images in front of the temple...remindes me of a castle! Beautiful job as always~
(10.01.09 01:43 PM)
Jenny said:
The wedding party shot in front of that church is AWESOME ! I love it that you bring out the clouds and the church, but not overpower the people.
(10.01.09 05:26 PM)
Rochelle (aussie) said:
Awesome Awesome Awesome and again Awesome! Loved the ring shot nice one!
(10.04.09 10:51 PM)
Lyndzee of EP said:
I love all of the colors and the bouquet was definitely amazing. You know me and feathers,,,, they make me happy,, and so do your pictures!!
(10.06.09 05:28 PM)
09.23.09
You saw their engagement session, now experience the wedding of Danah + Ahmad. The lovely couple was married on August 15th at The Ritz Carlton in Laguna Niguel. If we had only two words to describe this wedding it would be "simply classic". With white as their only wedding color, Danah's simple white dress, and Ahmad's classic black suit, it was truly a breath of fresh air. Danah's dress will definitely go down as one of the top ten wedding dresses we've ever laid eyes on, and Ahmad's black suit was bold and timeless!
As with all of our clients, we feel super blessed to have been a part of such an amazing experience and moment in time. Congratulations to Danah + Ahmad! Click here for their online slideshow!
John Edgar said:
They say you're the best in the industry for a reason.. these images are the reason. I genuinely never stop being amazed and awed by the art that you produce. If I ever get married, I hope you'll be there.
(09.23.09 11:54 PM)
bobbi said:
You're incredible Amelia&Justin... INCREDIBLE! And your clients.... GORGEOUS!!!! DOUBLE WHAMMY!
(09.24.09 05:14 AM)
Chad Zellner said:
If this post were a sandwich I would order 5 of them and eat as much as I could and save the rest for a snack later. Awesome =)
(09.24.09 07:12 AM)
Emily Faulknor said:
Gorgeous! Wow, wow, wow, you nail it every time. I love that window shot with both of them. Always fresh and creative. Great job!
(09.24.09 08:25 AM)
rachel darley said:
everything about the photos and what they've captured have taken my breath away. Simply gorgeous!!!!!!!!!
(09.24.09 09:01 AM)
Michele B said:
I'm in love with the shot of the two of them under the chandelier. This post is mind melting!
(09.24.09 09:34 AM)
will parris said:
Love it! the stair shots of them (all of them :D), the ring shot & the first dance shot are classic!
(09.24.09 05:33 PM)
Char Baiz said:
these are amazing photos! Where did you learn how to use light in such amazing ways?
(09.24.09 05:53 PM)
Austin said:
What a beautiful wedding! So inspired by the moments you capture! Classic! Stylish!
Hope you guys are doing well! Let's get some grub sometime!
(09.25.09 09:59 AM)
nancy said:
wowzers! these two are unfairly gorgeous and the wedding is stunningly classic! you had me drooling with every image! I love the ones in front of the window and on the stairs!
(09.25.09 03:37 PM)
angie said:
I love the reception details. They are a perfect couple in everyway! I LOVE your getting ready shots, they always make me feel happy:)
(09.26.09 08:13 AM)
Jeff Thompson said:
I LOVE your second favorite shot of the day!! Definitely my favorite!
(09.26.09 09:13 AM)
sally said:
fabulous, elegant and timeless work. bravo.
(09.27.09 05:03 AM)
Chelsey said:
Love her hair so much. Awesome pics!
(09.27.09 06:59 PM)
Lisa Gilbert said:
SO lovely. I adore the tones, very elegant and warm. I'm sure you've made this bride and groom very very happy.
(09.29.09 05:26 AM)
Irene Frankhouse said:
What an amazing wedding, and you captured it so beautifully!
(09.29.09 11:25 AM)
Ryel said:
The lighting makes this wedding look vintage i love it! Very unique and great style!
(09.29.09 06:01 PM)
Danielle said:
Beauuutiful work! I love the couple shots! I also love how you shot the rings connecting with the cake! Brilliant!
(09.29.09 06:02 PM)
The Memory Journalists said:
So gorgeous I can hardly stand it! Amazing work! What a lovely couple. I can see the love. Very moving.
(09.30.09 04:08 PM)
stephanie said:
I am just in awe of this wedding! I feel blessed to come across a wedding that has WOWed me! Im still shopping around for a planner and I think I finally found them Kary H events. Plus the dress and wedding singer ..please can I have the info!! THANKS!
(10.02.09 02:45 PM)
amelialyon said:
Stephanie, thanks for your sweet compliment! I believe that Kary from Kary H. Events would have all of that info. Best of luck to you!!
(10.02.09 03:05 PM)
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08.21.09
Maria + Alvin were married on August 1st. We had such a fun weekend at their wedding in San Francisco. Not only was it an awesome wedding, but Justin and I were celebrating our 7 year anniversary the very next day! Maria + Alvin's wedding was a perfect excuse to get away to one of our favorite cities, be a part of a wedding, and remember how important marriage is!
Congratulations to Maria + Alvin for tying the knot, we loved coming all the way to San Francisco to be a part of your fabulous wedding day! Check out more photos by clicking here to see their slideshow.
anda said:
the photo of you on the trolley is gorgeous! love the ring shot a ton, and also, you guys make me want to do my wedding all over again and have it captured so amazingly as this. you give people awesome memories!! too bad i just discovered wedding photography blogs 5 months ago, haha.
(08.21.09 09:02 AM)
Braedon said:
I love the blurred shot getting out of the trolly and that T/S shot in front of the pillars. Everything's rad. Good work guys.
(08.21.09 09:33 AM)
Austin said:
Wow wow wow you guys laid down the hammer on SF! What a stylish couple and wedding and photographers to match. These images are seriously sicker than swine flu!
Something about the groomsmen shot in the alley is so badass! Also the dance shot on the left above the cookies is my fave! That thing belongs on a wall for sure!
(08.21.09 09:43 AM)
Diana Rush said:
Amazingly awesome!!! My fav has to be the one of the brides shoes with the groom in the background holding the bouquet! You always bring such an interesting and new perspective to each wedding! I just love your style!
(08.21.09 10:14 AM)
yan palmer said:
i just love the look you guys have crafted for yourselves. i know this won't come out right, but its sort of a harsh, realistic beauty. perfect combo of light and shadow. keep these posts coming, i love looking at your work.
(08.21.09 10:30 AM)
Marissa Rodriguez said:
GORGEOUS! Happy late anniversary! :) Love the shots in the trolley!!! and that ring shot is so cute!
(08.21.09 10:52 AM)
Emily Faulknor said:
Amelia, you are one of my inspirations. Your stuff is so awesome, creative and fresh. I love this wedding shoot, I love every single photo!
(08.21.09 01:05 PM)
Toni said:
Love the Palace of Fine Arts shots,they look very dramatic! Any idea who the florist was on this wedding? My husband thinks it was Birch...
(08.21.09 01:45 PM)
jackie wonders said:
HOLEE. MOLEE. You guys get better and better and better. LOVED everything :) When's the next workshop??!!!
(08.21.09 01:51 PM)
Kayleen T. said:
i so smiled when I saw a new blog post from you guys in my rss feed and smiled even more after I looked at the pictures, beautiful as always, love your lighting!
(08.21.09 02:38 PM)
Drew Van Horn said:
What a great collection! These are all awesome. You guys couldn't have captured that wedding any better! Awesome as usual!
(08.21.09 08:34 PM)
Angel said:
What a beautiful wedding! These photographs are awesome! I love all the little details you thought to photogaph! Well done!
(08.21.09 10:44 PM)
Megan Welker said:
you rocked another one guys!! i love coming to your blog! you are such an inspiration! the trolley photos were so much fun, but I must say that ring sandwich sure is making me yearn for some sweets :)
(08.22.09 01:57 AM)
Brady Puryear said:
Freakin Epic!!!
(08.22.09 11:47 PM)
dean ray said:
WoW u've gotta' love fotogs;~) hard 4 me 2 pick just one, awsome shoot!!!!!!! the ring shot is off of the hook. love the bw'zzzzzzz tooooa!!!!! "A MOMENT n TIME" james dean
(08.23.09 07:41 AM)
Rochelle (aussie) said:
AWESOME, Love how you caught that grandma kiss!!! I'm wondering if you would share info on which are your 'go to' lenses? Cheers.
(08.24.09 04:37 AM)
Sarah @ BecomingSarah.com said:
What lovely photographs! Congratulations to the newlyweds!!
(08.24.09 02:34 PM)
jonathan said:
love the one with the groom half in the shadow.
(08.24.09 08:52 PM)
Deborah Brandon said:
such a stunning collection of beautiful bridal moments - SOOOO romantic - i totally agree with your comment on how important marriage is !!! wish we'd had amazing photographers capture our special day - the rings in the cookie is SO fabulous :)
(08.24.09 10:01 PM)
Nicole Glenn said:
The ring shot is delicious! The moment you captured with her grandmother is priceless. Thanks for the continued inspiration, you guys rock!
(08.24.09 10:45 PM)
jesi haack weddings said:
love the trolley, love the san fran, love the photogs! Stunning images, as usual!
(08.25.09 09:15 AM)
melissa said:
OMG Amelia! Your work is simply AMAZING! I just love all that you do! You are such an inspiration. Keep up the great work!
(08.26.09 06:22 AM)
Lisa Trent said:
i Love your work. What lens did you primarily use on this wedding? They are all spectacular.
(08.26.09 03:21 PM)
Mese Ugapo said:
You make anyone look like supermodels! True skill displayed by true artists.
(08.26.09 06:37 PM)
Leigh said:
sweet! shots!
(08.27.09 08:08 AM)
pixie sticks said:
the wedding pictures are lovely, but your hair! it always looks amazing. How do you do that cute thing with clipping your hair back like that?? it's perfect.
(08.27.09 11:07 AM)
John Johnston said:
Sheer awesomeness. Really love these. both the images and your processing.
(08.30.09 04:49 AM)
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08.15.09
Here's a little eye candy from yesterday's wedding, can't wait to blog the rest!!!
Now off to wedding #2 of the weekend at The Ritz Carlton in Laguna Niguel. Have a fantastic weekend everybody!
nate said:
BOOM!
(08.15.09 10:20 AM)
Margi said:
"From Here to Eternity"
(08.15.09 10:39 AM)
Amber said:
Wow! Amelia, this is amazing! How do you do it?! I am so stoked, I can't wait for more!!
(08.15.09 12:02 PM)
jenberry said:
you scare me with your awesomeness. can it get any better than this. Amazing
(08.15.09 12:14 PM)
ChristanP Photography said:
This is totally one that should be printed on canvas and put up on display! Awesome, romantic feel to it!
(08.15.09 02:08 PM)
Benny Ek said:
Beautiful Shot Amelia! It was great shooting with you & your husband on Friday. You took an average day down at the beach and made it stunning in this shot. Nice!
(08.17.09 03:02 PM)
Brooke Ogilvie said:
Are you kidding me! You are amazing! I wish I could just come spend a day with you and watch you do this! Awesome work!
(08.17.09 05:57 PM)
Anda said:
Whoa man whoa! That is so gorgeously surreal. Great job; can't wait for the rest!!
(08.18.09 10:31 AM)
Paco and Betty said:
Absolutely cannot wait to see more! You are such and inspiration to us. - Whitney
(08.18.09 04:28 PM)
marydougherty said:
love it! this is a beautiful mix of surreal reality.. if that makes sense
(08.18.09 08:09 PM)
Aaron Soares said:
awesome photo! love the dramatic sky and the veil in the wind
(08.19.09 08:49 AM)
Anonymous said:
Amelia, this is AMAZING!! I am in complete suspense to see the rest! :) it was so fun working with you and Justin this weekend! You guys are just as cool as I knew you would be. Can't wait to do it again!
(08.19.09 09:01 AM)
Karen Brown (mother of the bride) said:
This picture is totally amazing!!!! I can't wait to see the rest. You are so talented and so much fun to work with. Our family loves you!
(08.21.09 11:15 PM)
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