Allison & Cody’s Colorful San Diego Wedding at The Heights Golf Club
 

“Hey Allison, is a red dress too much? ”

“No, red is perfect.

It was my first time photographing a wedding in a bright red dress, but it matched the entire vibe of their day. Allison and Cody asked guests to wear something bold and colorful, and they meant it. The wedding was full of hot pinks, bright reds, and color everywhere you looked.

Allison is just like the palette she chose - passionate, outspoken, and full of fire. Cody is her perfect balance and brings total golden retriever energy. He is warm, gentle, and makes people feel instantly at ease.

I love how life brings people together at the right time. Neither of them was looking for a serious relationship when they met at a friend’s party, but their connection was undeniable, and they just never stopped hanging out. 💗

Since then, they’ve grown so much together. From studying human development and law to graduating and passing the bar, they’ve built something real and grounded.

Their San Diego wedding at The Heights Golf Club reflected exactly who they are. It was vibrant, fearless, and full of heart. This is the type of documentary wedding photography I love the most. 

Photographed by me and our associate Antoine.

👉 Want to see more weddings like this? Book us and experience it for yourself at your own wedding.

 
 
Why You Should Keep Your Documentary Wedding Photographer Until the End of the Night
 

Let me tell you a little secret: some of the best wedding photos happen at the very end.

You know, after the cake has been cut. After the formalities. After the speeches and the group portraits. When your shoes are off, your hair is messy, and everyone is just being their best selves on the dance floor.

That’s when the real magic happens.

We’re talking about joyful chaos. Drunk hugs. Grandma dancing to Beyoncé. Friends crying happy tears in the corner. Wild moves no one will remember the next day. And of course… that one cousin who thinks he’s in a boy band now. 😂

When our coverage of wedding photography and wedding videography gets cut early, we often miss out on the real and unfiltered joy that happens once the pressure is off. The last few hours are where the raw emotions come through; sometimes they are the kind of thing that makes your wedding story unforgettable.

As a wedding photojournalist, I love documenting these moments because they will remind you how your wedding felt

Not just how it looked.

Here are a few moments we’ve captured only because we stayed until the very end (and YES, you’ll see what we mean in the photos below):

 
 

These are real memories. The ones you’ll laugh at, cry over, and treasure forever.

So if you're wondering how long you should have your wedding photographer stay, here's our advice:
Keep us until the end.

Because that’s when the kind of raw memories no one plans happen.

Want photos that tell the whole story?

We specialize in documentary wedding photography, documentary wedding videography, and wedding photojournalism that captures authentic, emotional, and candid wedding photos - from morning prep to the last dance.

Let’s make sure nothing gets missed.

 
Los Angeles Wedding – Jada and Jared’s Candid Celebration at The Alexandria Ballrooms
 
 

Jada and Jared’s Los Angeles Wedding – All the Feels and All the Fun ❤️

Jada and Jared are the kind of couple that makes you believe in soulmates… but with a twist of tequila and a whole lot of jokes. 😂

These two first met at a college party. Jared walked up and said, “Hi, I’m Jared. Want to take a shot?” And honestly? That line changed everything. From strangers to soulmates - over years of laughs, travel, and building a life together - they finally made it official with the people who mean the most.

Their wedding in Los Angeles was a reflection of who they are: real, funny, tender, and totally in sync. They chose a simple ceremony that focused on connection and family, not trends or pressure. That’s what made it so powerful.

Jada looked absolutely stunning in a timeless white dress, while Jared brought all the charm (and then some!) in his sleek suit. But the best part? How they looked at each other. You could feel the love in every glance, every quiet moment, and every tight hug.

The day was filled with unforgettable moments - from a sweet first look to heartfelt vows, emotional toasts, and one wild dance floor. There were belly laughs, happy tears, and that kind of joy you can’t fake. Their love felt loud, in the best way.

We stayed until the end of Jada and Jared’s wedding at The Alexandria Ballrooms - and caught every last tear, hug, and wild dance move.

🎥 Watch their 5-minute Los Angeles wedding video:

 
 

We do wedding videos differently: no scripts, no poses—just real, honest storytelling with documentary wedding photography and videography.

Planning your wedding in Los Angeles?

If you want documentary wedding photos that feel real and full of life, not stiff or scripted, let’s connect.