photographer: Mallory Dawn Photography / venue: The Retreat at Cool Spring / stylist & designer: East Made Event Company / floral designer: La Fleur du Jour / hair & makeup: Emily Artistry / calligraphy: Signora e Mare / lingerie & veils: Girl & A Serious Dream / rentals: White Glove Rentals / headpieces: Enchanted Atelier by Liv Hart / rings: Susie Saltzman / garters: […]

When Katie & Tyler asked me to photograph their wedding, I was thrilled.  They are one strong couple, and I felt honored they wanted me to capture one of the most important days of their lives.  They were married at Ole Hanson Beach Club in San Clemente, CA overlooking the beautiful ocean.  I hope you […]

These two are definitely the adventurous pair! I knew they would be up for any location for their engagement session – and the sand dunes was just the perfect place! Their epic engagement session was featured on 100 Layer Cake and The White Wren.  These beautiful florals were designed by the incredibly talented Penelope Pots […]

Featured on: Magnolia Rouge Photographer: Mallory Dawn Photography Venue: The Retreat at Cool Spring Stylist & designer: East Made Event Company Floral designer: La Fleur du Jour Hair & makeup: Emily Artistry Calligraphy: Signora e Mare Headpieces: Enchanted Atelier by Liv Hart Rings: Susie Saltzman Film lab: Goodman Film Lab

Carina and Sonny were high-school sweethearts who fell in forever love and are now starting their beautiful life together as husband and wife. Surrounded by their closest friends and family, they said “I do” under the beautiful archways of Serra Plaza. After meeting Carina and Sonny I knew their kind hearts and love for one […]

With over 230 years of history to these walls, the Mission San Juan Capistrano is the perfect place for romantic portraits. Located in South Orange County, it is the perfect place to go to relax and breathe in fresh air surrounded by indigenous blooms and learn about some of California’s most fascinating history. See the […]

There is nothing more breathtaking than the view of the ocean. This seaside bridal inspiration was inspired by the sea itself: the colors, the power of the waves, the beauty of the unknown, and the movement of the soft breeze. Every person that has ever seen the ocean has probably thought of how vast it […]

This intimate and romantic bridal boudoir inspiration is featured on The White Wren today! I had the honor of working alongside some of the most talented wedding vendors in the industry at the Michael and Carina Workshop this past April. “True beauty comes from within. This beautiful boudoir set up was designed by the immensely […]

“The inspiration behind this shoot lies within the romantic, delicate details of embracing the soft femininity of a bride while celebrating the blooming seasons of Spring and Summer. Pastel and lush florals with a vibrant pop of color, alluring, ethereal design and flowing fabrics within a naturally lit loft space encapsulated the essence of feminine […]