Joy & Xin are from Canada and decided they wanted to elope to someplace warm – so they chose Santa Barbara!  I absolutely love Santa Barbara and think it is full of so much beauty, so I think they made a wise choice!  They said “I do” during a very intimate ceremony at Villa Verano, […]

Amy and Jordan are two of the sweetest people ever. They are overflowing with love and positive energy and their wedding day was one for the books. Something very unique and special about their wedding was during the couple’s first dance. They had chosen the song ‘Take My Hand (The Wedding Song)’ by Emily Hackett which is […]

This very intimate Santa Barbara elopement had so many beautiful fine art details throughout the day. Mia & Josh said their “I do’s” in the gorgeous Mural Room located within the Santa Barbara Courthouse in front of their closest friends and family. Mia wore a stunning Pronovias wedding gown filled with delicate detailing. The Twisted […]

I have been meaning to make this blog post for a while now because I feel like it will be helpful for a lot of photographers out there!  Since I began my business back in 2012, I have struggled to find a digital preset that I really love the look of.  This really became a […]

Photography: Mallory Dawn Photography Hair & Makeup: Luong Lasting Florals: Blue Ladder Botany Film Lab: Goodman Film Lab

Photography: Mallory Dawn Photography Venue: The Secret Gardens Catering: A Fork Full of Earth Invitations: Wedding Paper Divas Videography: Paige 9 Productions Florals: Kristen Motooka DJ: Runaway DJ Baker: Twisted Donuts & Coffee Bridal gown: BHLDN Ring Box: The Mrs. Box Film lab: Goodman Film Lab  

Kestrel Park, tucked away in the rolling hills of Santa Ynez was the absolute perfect backdrop for Alex and Scott’s engagement session. We had a wonderful time exploring all corners of the magical venue and ended their session in the middle of golden hills as the sun was setting behind them. I am so excited […]

  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 […]