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Welcome to our blog. This is a journal where we share our work, we're so grateful for each of our couples. Stay a while and enjoy!

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Amber is from the Midwest while Brian hails from the East Coast, so they wanted to give their guests an opportunity to spend time in a lesser-known territory: California, their home. “Because they’d be making such a big trip, we wanted to show them the absolute best of the land and give them a truly […]

The Perfect Balance of Natural Elements and Upscale Refinement at Holman Ranch

Holman Ranch Wedding Bride and Groom Portrait
Understated and Timeless Rancho Bernardo Inn Wedding
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Ashleigh and Jack’s intimate nuptials added a modern feel to a timeless wedding style! Events by Talissa blended classic wedding elements of soft blue hues and crystal glassware with contemporary details. Think streamlined flatware and minimalist tablescape accents. We can’t get over the beauty of Carla Kayes’ floral focus –  lush white garden roses! These natural beauties were […]

This Timeless Wedding Is the Epitome of ‘Understated Yet Elevated!’

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Warm, sunbaked terracotta was the inspiration for this southern California wedding.  With earthy hues and incredible attention to detail, you’ll love every inch of this romantic day designed by Kelsey Rae Designs.  Embracing the relaxed garden vibes, Carla Kayes Floral Design created the most breathtaking deconstructed ceremony arch for the couple to exchange vows in front of.  Dear Lovers magically […]

Stylish Terracotta Inspired Garden Wedding in Southern California

Terracotta Inspired Wedding Ceremony The Inn at Rancho Santa Fe
Triunfo Creek Vineyards Wedding Bouquet
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FROM THE BRIDE: We dreamed of a relaxed summer afternoon wedding with evening garden party vibes, full of warm lighting and vibrant romantic tones. Thanks to the incredible team of kindhearted and extremely gifted vendors I found alongside Kari of Feathered Arrow Events, we managed to find a balance between understated elegance and bright creativity […]

Jewel-Toned Colorful California Wedding at Triunfo Creek Vineyards

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FEATURED ON STYLE ME PRETTY From Crowned Events: “For Amanda and Trenton, we created a timeless and romantic style with complementary Mediterranean accents that worked cohesively with the architecture and decor at the Darlington House. We centered their color palette around the brick and shades of blue throughout the traditional Spanish tiling displayed around the […]

Intimate Coastal Mediterranean inspired wedding for two teachers in Southern California

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FEATURED ON STYLE ME PRETTY Being from New Zealand, I’ve always had a special affection for anything that reminds me of my English heritage and wanted to create something different. Something that was old world, English inspired and romantic with some warm color and depth. Kestrel Park Wedding Venue We chose the breathtaking Kestrel Park […]

Kestrel Park in Santa Ynez Jane Austen Inspired Wedding

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Samantha & Matthew’s castle engagement session was one for the books. We couldn’t be more excited for them getting married after dating for 10 years. And they even brought along their new puppy Remy for a few shots! The evening was complete with the most perfect sunset Napa Valley has to offer. We are counting […]

Romantic Castle Engagement Session

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KLENTNER RANCH WEDDING FEATURED ON STYLE ME PRETTY! We have such a love for autumn weddings. This subdued fall wedding, with timeless details and warmth, was one of our favorite weddings we’ve ever had the joy of capturing. Nestled in the foothills of Santa Barbara, Klentner Ranch’s blossoming garden, lemon grove and european charm offered […]

Klentner Ranch Wedding | Britney & John

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We love engagement sessions, and you should too! If you’re still on the fence about getting one read this blog post from last year! But let’s assume for a minute that you have already booked a session and now you are wanting to know what’s next.   Here are the items we focus on to […]

Engagement Photography Tips

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Beauty Bespoken Editorial Shoot featured on Wedding Sparrow! From stylist, Aly Ann Events: “Nestled in the heart of downtown San Diego, Studio 710 was the perfect setting for Dear Lovers Photography to capture the natural light on film. The husband and wife team strategically styled the models to showcase the simple elegance of this creative space. We drew […]

Beauty Bespoken Bridal Editorial