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, […]

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 […]

Earlier this summer my husband Jared and I decided to take a road trip with our dog, Mae up to Seattle, WA! Jared goes to Seattle every so often for work so we thought it would be a fun trip up the coast.  Jared and I aren’t huge travelers so this was a big adventure […]

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: […]

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 […]

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 […]