Meet the Courts family.  Layne is my amazing hair stylist.  We do trades…. I love trades.  For this session they wanted to do a casual, swimsuit beach session.  They just ran around and played in the water.  No pressure for posed pictures, we just captured them as they were.  A spunky, fun family just having a good time at the beach.  I love these kind.

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The two twin cuties below turned four a couple weeks ago!  Happy Birthday Capri & Phoenix!

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She makes him a better man.  They bring out the best in one another.  And if they didn’t have each other, they wouldn’t be complete.

As I listened to the speeches towards the end of this wedding day, this theme nearly brought me to tears as I listened to several people describe how the best version of themselves was visible when Rachel and Luke were together.  Isn’t that how it should be?

Everything about this wedding was charming.  Even the personalities of Rachel & Luke I found to be enchanting and winsome.  They were kind, beautiful and confident.  Her great care and detail was meticulous, and I was so thrilled to be apart of their celebration.  Here are some of the highlights.

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Everything about her invitation I was in love with.

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Rachel was the oldest of three girls.  They got these cute rings off Etsy for them all to wear the day of.  I loved this idea!

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THIS.  is the Secluded Garden Estates.  It was spectacular. Blog_Parrrott-94

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That sweet photo above was taken by my amazing second shooter, Kellie Schneider of Little Blue Bow Photography!  She’s awesome.

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I love the idea of doing a candy table for guests.  The kids ate this up!

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This little guy.  Yeah, the one showing off his moves right during the middle of their first dance, had more personality than any ring bearer I’ve ever encountered.

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Rachel & her dad began with a sweet dance, and then broke out in a remix with full choreography.  They had a blast!!  Blog_Parrrott-107

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Rachel & Luke, thank you for allowing me to be apart of your celebration!  You two were made for each other.  Much love to you both as you begin your life together!  Cheers!

 

Here are some of the wonderful vendors who made their day truly spectacular!

Wedding Day Coordinator: Sublime Events: Cassie Sinnott
Bridal Prep location: Pala Resort and Casino
Groom Prep location: Pala Resort and Casino

Tux rental: Suit Purchased at Macy’s DKNY
Dress Designer & Store: David’s Bridal
Bridesmaids dress designer & Store: David’s Bridal
Shoe Designer: Adrienne Vittadini
Hair/Makeup Stylist: Madison Cardoza
Veil, Hairpieces:  David’s Bridal
Rings: Robbins Brothers (rachel) & ben bridge (luke)
Ceremony venue: Secluded Garden Estate
Florist: Shelly Sarratt (bridesmaids bouquets, boutonnieres, corsages) 
Reception venue: Secluded Garden Estate
Catering: Top Flight Tacos
Cake: BJ’s Pazookie
Dj: Chuck Hornsby at Audio Concepts
Videographer: Rob Chapman

 

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I loved getting to photograph Alyssa & Eric at Rancho Penasquitos Canyon.  After May gray bringing us torrential downpour for our Friday session, the sun came out just perfectly at our reschedule and gave us some beautiful weather!

Their relationship was so comfortable.  You could tell they were simply best friends.  Those are the best kinds of soul mates.  In my opinion.

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Alyssa & Eric.  I can’t wait to be apart of your celebration in January!  Thank you for allowing me the privilege of capturing your sweet love.

 

 

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