Filed in : Weddings

This editorial was inspired by the beauty and texture of lilac. We wanted to keep that theme present throughout the entire day – from the paper goods to the delicate appliques on the Calla Blanche gown. Unoaked did an outstanding job making sure each individual component came together effortlessly to fit our overall vision. Melissa, […]

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Lilac Infused Wedding Editorial

February 5, 2020

Filed in : Weddings

Amanda and Daren got married in the beautiful golden hills of Santa Ynez in front of their closest friends and family.  It was an absolute honor to be there to capture their special day.  They are such a sweet couple filled with so much love and joy and I believe that truly shows through in […]

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Amanda & Daren | Santa Ynez Wedding

January 7, 2020

Filed in : Weddings

Photographer MALLORY DAWN PHOTOGRAPHY|Mentor Photographer HEATHER PAYNE|Planning, design & florals ZIMMERMAN EVENTS|Venue SUNSTONE WINERY|Bridal gown LEE GREBENAU|Bridal boutique KINSLEY JAMES COUTURE BRIDAL|Shoes BELLA BELLE SHOES|Hair & make-up KAKKI JONES|Jeweller SUSIE SALTZMAN|Robe & veil KINSLEY JAMES COUTURE BRIDAL|Stationery PAPER BIRCH DESIGNS|Cake LELE PATISSERIE|Tux THE BLACK TUX|Ribbons SILK AND WILLOW|Rentals THE TENT MERCHANT|Car SANTA BARBARA SPEEDSTER

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Sunstone Winery Wedding Editorial

October 30, 2019

Filed in : Portraits

When Troy and Aimee asked me to take their family photos this year, I was so excited.  It is always extra special when people in the wedding industry ask you to photograph them.  You may recognize this talented husband and wife team because they have their own incredibly successful photography business.  If you haven’t seen […]

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The Grovers | Orange County, Ca

October 21, 2019

Filed in : Weddings

These two traveled all the way from Hong Kong to get married in California!  Natalie and Lung were two of the sweetest people and were just so happy to be married which was so beautiful to witness.  It was such a pleasure getting to know them during their session at Greystone Mansion in August.  Congratulations […]

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Natalie & Lung | Greystone Mansion

August 26, 2019

Filed in : Engagements, Portraits

Natalie and Brian were visiting sunny southern California from the east coast and wanted to document their time with a portrait session at Sunset Cliffs!  We had the most dreamy light for their session which we were all in awe of.  These two were up for the adventure which made for such a fun session.  […]

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Natalie & Brian | Sunset Cliffs

August 25, 2019

Filed in : Engagements

Amy and Kenny chose Malibu for their engagement session, and I was completely on board.  Both of the two locations they decided on were just so beautiful so we had no problems getting some epic shots for their session.  It was so wonderful getting to know the two of them more and learn more about […]

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Amy & Kenny | Malibu Engagement

July 16, 2019

Filed in : Portraits

It is always such an honor when a fellow photographer asks you to photograph their family.  So when Cori came to me asking if I would document her adorable family, I was so excited.  We did their session in the beautiful cliffs of Rancho Palos Verdes, Ca.  The views were amazing and the Kleckner family […]

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Kleckner Family | Rancho Palos Verdes

July 8, 2019

sunset cliffs engagement session

Filed in : Engagements

These two chose to have their engagement session at a super iconic spot in San Diego, Sunset Cliffs.  The views are always breathtakingly beautiful!  Ashlyn & Myron brought their adorable mini golden retriever puppy to the shoot as well!  How adorable is he?  Blue Ladder Botany created a whimsical bouquet for Ashlyn to hold which […]

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Ashlyn & Myron | Sunset Cliffs Engagement

June 20, 2019