Wedding Reception: Morgan and Mike (Esparto, CA)

Remember all the sweet moments from this intimate City Hall wedding? Me too, I love their photos! A few weeks after saying their vows, Morgan and Mike enjoyed a celebration with all their friends and family. I was lucky enough to join in the fun again and take photos of their wedding reception, held at a beautiful rustic setting. It was laid back and casual, making it a great time for the newlyweds to enjoy time with the people they care about most.

I was treated to some hamming-it-up for the camera, which I always appreciate.
The dance floor got awesome.

Wedding Dress: Maggie Sottero (Purchased from: Gesinee’s Bridal)
Wedding Dress Alterations: Gesinee’s Bridal
Bride’s Makeup: Stesha Kay Thuemler
Groom’s Suit: Marc Ecko
Venue: Historic Oakdale Ranch (Esparto, CA)
Catering: Chipotle (nom-nom)
Wedding Cake: Timothy’s Bakery
Bridesmaid’s dresses: Light in the Box
Wedding Coordinator: Events by Wise
DJ: Firehouse Entertainment, Nick Hinesley
Flowers: Strelitzia, assembled by Tracy (bridesmaid)

Wedding: Brianna & Arnott (Oakland, CA)

With an engagement shoot being so fun, I was looking forward to Brianna and Arnott’s wedding day. Their special day was full of so many personal touches and sweet surprises that both the bride and the groom planned for one another. It was a real treat to capture this day as it unfolded. Both are very caring towards one another, but also towards every person in their bridal party and their family and guests. Congratulations to you both!

The couple wrote their own vows, with Brianna’s being just a little bit longer than Arnott’s.
The groom’s sister asked the newlyweds to play a little game during her speech, seeing if they answered questions about his/her habits the same way. Needless to say, it inspired a lot of laughter. Oakland Outdoor Wedding Arnott surprised Brianna by learning to play guitar, then playing the song from their first dance. He finished up with a rap he wrote about the two of them and their bridal party.