O.K., I must be honest...this one is a LOVE/HATE.  I mostly love, but sometimes hate.   It's one of those two edged swords...but, I'm learning moderation and that is helping me cope with my issues.  So with that being said...let's be friends!

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If watching this couple doesn't make you feel giddy - I don't know what will!  I had such a blast getting to know them and documenting their love story.  Of course one of my favorite parts of the shoot was when they willingly agreed to roll around in the sand AND have the freezing ocean water crash over their bodies.  It's just a small price to pay for AMAZING photos.  After the initial shock - it's really not THAT bad, right?  But, I guess I wouldn't know because I'm usually in a full piece, rubber seal suit when I'm out there.  So, we could have opted for the suits....but...I think we can all agree that wouldn't have been a very pretty photo.

Leslie and Brady are getting married this October in Santa Barbara.  I am so excited for that day.  The day where their love becomes forever.  They love each other as easily and naturally as taking in a breathe of air.  It's true, they make each other happy, they make people around them happy...they make the world a better place just by being in it.  

Leslie is so cute...when I said, "Wow, I can't believe you guys actually got in the water?!?!?"  She said to me, "I didn't think we had a choice!"  It was so funny!  I guess I asked them very convincingly.  I knew it would be worth it.

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It's hard to know where to start...Jeannie and Casey...they are truly such special people.  At the end of our 10 hour day, I left feeling like I had documented the day of two sweet friends (who are very much in love).  They are so open, warm and truly engulf everyone around them with their vigor for life.  At one point in the evening Jeannie said, "I know you all find it hard to believe, but I actually do have 14 best friends." But, really...I don't find it hard to believe at all.

Jeannie and Casey make such an amazing team and it is so evident that it is founded in friendship, respect and just crazy love!  Oh, and they both have riduclous amounts of rythmn (more than the normal allotment) - so they are sure to be dancing happily through the next 90 years of this wonderful life.

Their partnership is already being put to the ultimate test as they travel for the next four months around the world.  Casey writes a great blog which I will be living through vicariously - check it out HERE.  I know these adventures will lay the foundation of a very strong marriage.  What a great way to begin...forever.  :)

The wedding took place on the Santa Monica boardwalk at the picturesque Casa del Mar Hotel.  It was a day filled with precious friends, family and lots and lots of love.  During the ceremony, I felt so much love in the room, I thought the walls were going to burst.  You could just feel it.

I had the pleasure of working with Kelly Sutherland of Claddagh Weddings and Events.  A big thank you goes out for her coordination and talent.  And the already great day, was made even better when I saw Kyle with Elysium Productions.  It really does make such a difference to work with people whose art you truly love and admire.  

I was crazy in love with her Monique Lhullier gown.   

...and don't even get me started on her Jimmy Choo's.  Fabulous.

I will forever remember Casey as the "dancing" groom.  He literally danced his way down the aisle at the beginning of the ceremony.  It was so fun and he has rythmn too!  

Jeannie was a stunning, glowing bride.  Her hair and make-up were done by Megan & Hailey (they don't have a website that I know of...).

The bridesmaid's dresses were a gorgeous blue and the sashes were perfect.  

This was such a fun group to work with - aren't they beautiful? Did I mention there were 14?

O.K., this melts my heart.  

Jeannie and her mom are so cute together.

The amazing florals were done by Whimsey Florals.    

I love the movement of Jeannie's dress here.  So whimsical!

The beautiful cake was done by NancyKay Confectioners.  And the Vera Wang champagne flutes added the perfect sparkle to an already gorgeous table.

The night was filled with tons and tons of dancing.  The band, Fith Avenue Music was incredible...and left no-one disappointed.   

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Kellie is one of those people that just makes you feel good in her presence.  She makes me laugh like no one else.  I'm so grateful that the wedding industry brought us together.  She is such a wonderful friend and we are always so excited when we get to work weddings together at the Four Seasons Biltmore.  

Well, I have always secretly wanted to get my camera on her - so when her boyfriend Rico was out visiting from Prague...is was the perfect time.  We did a fun, mini session at a local park and then walked across the street to the beach.  

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As I was editing through this wedding - I had soo many favorites!  I know, I know, it's a good problem to have...so I'm not complaining.  This wedding was filled with so much laughter and joy and gorgeous shades of purple...I was completely overwhelmed.  Yasmine and Tom are so incredibly smitten with each other...every glance, touch and giggle is so genuine and warm.  I almost wanted to just snuggle up with Mark (and a bowl of ice cream) and watch their love story like one of my favorite romantic comedies...it's the kind of love that you think could only be true in Hollywood. It's that good.  But..it's real.  It is so very real. And I hope I was able to capture a portion of their beautiful souls.

Their day was a wonderful celebration with family and friends in one of the most gorgeous venues around - Firestone Crossroads.  A big thank you goes out to Joy Proctor with Joy de Vivre for her organization and vision...the day couldn't have gone so smoothly without her!

I love this moment of Yasmine in the mirror.  She's almost ready!!

Yasmine's hair and make-up was done by Luna Bella Make-up Art.  They did such a fabulous job!

This is Yasmine peaking out the window at the Crossroads Estate.  She was so excited to see the barn and all the details.

The girls!

The gorgeous displays of purple flowers were done by K Bella Designs.   The purple looked amazing with all of the lush greens.

Some more purple goodness.  Yasmine made the ceremony program/fans herself.  I loved them!

The guys!!

I am so in love with their dog, Calvin.  Here he is prancing into the ceremony.  So cute!

A little smooch from her OTHER man!

This was really tricky lighting - but I still love the feel of these next two shots.

Yasmine has the most beautiful, kind eyes you have ever seen!

Tracy with Lazaro Designs did a fabulous job on the invitations. Dawn Peters with Decadence made the incredibly yummy cake.  I had the chocolate mouse layer - YEAH!  

Yasmine changed dresses and here is Tom seeing her for the first time in her NEW dress.  So Fun!

Lani with LBPS Productions did the gorgeous swags and the lighting.  It was so beautiful.   

For a more detailed story of their day - CLICK HERE!