Desiree and Norm’s beautiful July wedding at The Hollins House was perfect in every way. A warm clear evening, a venue that overlooks the Monterey Bay. Awesome city and ocean views, this venue and wedding was quintessential Santa Cruz.

Check out their awesome video slideshow

Congratulations Desiree and Norm — very nicely done!

Trisha and James were married this past weekend at beautiful Peachwoods, Santa Cruz. It was a glorious warm sunny day. Perfect…the way June is supposed to be.

The theme for the wedding party was Converse Chic…..with the wedding party and many family members wearing comfy Converse tennies.

Canine ring bearers Darla and Ozzie arrived with human friend in tow, they appeared eager to carry the wedding rings down the isle.

Trisha was stunning and bright as the warm sunshine….thank you weather Gods….(rained in Santa Cruz last Saturday)
The ring bearers fulfilled their obligations — with the help of a few treats. Everyone was very impressed!

Beautiful bride, handsome groom, beautiful ceremony, beautiful life ahead of them.

And of course a Lady and The Tramp cake topper to complete the celebration. BTW, the cake by Stephany @ The Cake Shoppe was chocolate and amazing….

Congratulations, Trisha and James!!!

We caught gorgeous weather earlier in May for Jennifer and Gino’s engagement shoot. My new favorite couple have an Oct 1, 2011 wedding planned at the beautiful Holly Farm in Carmel. For this day however, Pt Lobos and Monestary Beach were the background for SWEET romance and fun in the sun.

Such a delightful evening and as you can see, the backlight framed their love perfectly. Cant wait for your wedding day Jennifer and Gino. It will be smashing!

Oh man did Jennifer and Kevin get lucky!!  Wouldnt you know, they scheduled their wedding on day 15 of latest installment of THE Calif central coast’s spring rain marathon. Mucho rain in the morning…..But by mid afternoon the sun was out and it was party time!

I brought umbrellas and rain gear…just in case. But the sun was smiling (if not on the whole day, the afternoon at least).

Absolutely stunning flowers from Amanda at Laughin’ Gal Floral were the perfect addition to the day, confirming the news: Spring is here!!…even if it WAS winter this morning!

Jennifer looked amazing, like she stepped right out of a bridal magazine. She and Kevin were beaming as they said ‘Yes I DO’ to eachother.

Five Star Catering served a sumptuous meal.  Their presentation and attention to detail was flawless and a great treat for everyone.

Well done Jennifer and Kevin…you did it and yahoo for sunshine!!!!!!!!!!!!!!   CLICK HERE to see their fabulous slideshow.

Sarah and Austin got married this past weekend — Saturday, September 18, 2010. ‘At the Dunes’ was the host, Pajaro Dunes, Watsonville was the setting. And, as will often happen in September out on this lovely and magnificent central coast beach,  THE LIGHT WAS AMAZING!!

Sarah was stunning in the muted golden light.

In fact, this wedding was all about the light. It was variable,  spectacular, warm, glaring and glowing as only a beach on the Monterey Bay in September can be…..

This is a great venue. Condos for dressing and relaxing.  For your celebration, there is a large redwood deck with indoor facilites with huge fireplaces and the best part, THE PAJARO DUNES AND BEACH just up the stairs. This is one of MY personal favorite places to shoot a wedding.   AT THE DUNES

Beautiful afternoon and evening with family, friends, great food, drink, dance and GREAT LIGHT!! A very good omen for a new marriage.

Congratulations Sarah and Austin!!