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Tanya & Jacob’s Wedding at Los Willows Wedding Estate in Fallbrook: A Day Full of Love and Happy Tears
 
 

As a photographer, I get to witness a lot of love, but some weddings stay with you forever. Tanya and Jacob’s was one of those.

One especially moving part of the day was the presence of Jacob’s mom, who is currently battling stage 4 cancer. Her strength, grace, and love made everything feel even more meaningful.

Tanya and Jacob are two incredibly kind, quiet souls who met at work back in 2017. These two love the simple joys - nights at home watching TV, trying new foods, sipping boba, and playing board games like Catan. Their dog, Joseph, is a huge part of their life! He’s three now, full of personality, and absolutely adored.

And duh, Joseph was the ring bearer! He walked down the aisle like a total pro, tail wagging the whole way, as if he knew exactly how special this day was.

Jacob teared up multiple times throughout the day, and those emotions spoke louder than words ever could. Tanya stood by his side, calm and loving, holding space for every one of those feelings. It was such a beautiful thing to witness.

Jacob proposed in September 2023 after dinner at Seneca in San Diego. He waited until they were outside in a quiet spot; he knew Tanya didn’t like too much attention. It was simple, thoughtful, and so them.

This wasn’t just a wedding; it was a powerful reminder of what truly matters: love, family, and showing up for one another through it all.

I’m so grateful I got to be there to witness it. 💕

And just for fun, here are some photos of them when Joseph turned 3 earlier this year.

 
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Big Laughs, Big Love: Kelli + Geno’s San Bernardino Wedding Bash
 

Kelli and Geno’s wedding was the kind of day that makes our hearts so full.

They got married at Azure Hills SDA Church in Grand Terrace, with over 200 people cheering them on. And honestly? It felt like one big family reunion - in the best way. Everyone was hugging, laughing, crying (happy tears, of course), and just so pumped to celebrate these two.

Kelli and Geno met in college, stayed best friends for years, and then finally turned that friendship into something even more beautiful. They’re sweet, goofy, kind - and totally in sync. You can tell they just get each other. Geno kept sneaking little smiles at Kelli all day, and Kelli? She lit up every time she looked at him.

After the ceremony, the reception was pure JOY. Music, dancing, and a whole lot of love. Geno’s Kenyan culture took center stage and brought the party vibes - color, rhythm, and dancing that went all night long (yes, we were dancing too).

What made this wedding so special? It wasn’t about perfect timelines or stiff traditions. It was about real moments. The ones you can’t plan for. The ones you feel. That’s what we’re all about - and Kelli and Geno let us capture it all.

Thank you both for letting us in. For being fully yourselves. For making the day so fun, emotional, and unforgettable.

Here are some of their engagement photos at Balboa Park in San Diego.

 
 
 

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Julia and Kyle’s Los Angeles Backyard Wedding | A Real-Life Love Story 20 Years in the Making
 

Julia and Kyle tied the knot at Kyle’s parents' home in Los Angeles, and it wasn’t just a wedding; it was a full-circle moment decades in the making.

 
 
 

They actually go way back. Like childhood neighbors who once went on a family vacation together at age 12 (which resulted in awkward yet iconic kid photos together). They lived around the corner from each other, and their moms always half-joked about them ending up together. Turns out, the moms knew what they were talking about.

After 20 years apart, Julia and Kyle reconnected and realized they both had secret crushes when they were kids. I mean... that’s fate, right?

Instead of a traditional proposal, they chose something that felt more like them. No staged surprises or grand gestures - just a mutual, quiet knowing that this was it. The right person, the right time, the right decision.

Their backyard wedding was full of heart and intention. No flashy distractions. Just two people surrounded by the people who’ve known and loved them for a long time. Real emotions, real laughter, and a goofball flower dog (okay, maybe not the last one - but you get the vibe).

From a documentary wedding photography lens, this day was a dream. There were no stiff poses or fake smiles—just real, unfolding moments. A sweet embrace in the kitchen. Side glances full of history. Quiet laughter in the middle of the chaos.

We’re beyond honored to have been a part of this one. Because when the story runs this deep, every photo feels like a page in the best book ever.

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