Wedding Photos: Natalie & Matt (Brentwood, CA)

Such a fun day for Natalie and Matt! We first met up to discuss their wedding over a year before the date, so it was a fun to see all their planning and waiting come together for their big day. Family is a big part of their lives and this day was no different, as most of their bridal party and attendants were family members. This made the day sweeter, since they were sharing another big event as they tied two families together.

You’ve seen them before at their engagement session, now enjoy the big day!

The bride is a trained dancer, so the first dance as husband and wife was a beautifully choreographed treat for their guests.Since she’s part Hawaiian, the bride surprised her groom (and guests) with a hula, danced with her aunts.

Venue: Wedgewood at Brentwood Golf Club
Dress: Alfred Angelo, Disney Fairytale Collection
Tuxedo: Verano Wang at Men’s Warehouse
Flowers: Paula’s Family Florist
Hair: Sadi Poitras
Make-up: Veronica Cravalho and Ciara Skye
Bride’s rings: Shane Co.
Groom’s ring: DeVon’s Jewelers
DJ: Nickolas Lyons (Wedgewood)
Site coordinators: Nicole Wilson & Lisa Quinn
Catering: Wedgewood Wedding and Banquet Center
Cake: Gala Bakery

Wedding: Caity & Nathan (San Ramon, CA)

This fall wedding took place in November, with sunny skies at the outdoor ceremony. As the first daytime wedding I’ve shot, we had great light throughout the day and afterwards as well. Caity and Nathan chose to do their bride and groom portraits after the festivities were over, which meant they were relaxed after such a momentous day.

I was the second shooter for Scott Cognato, and enjoyed working alongside someone new. Having this role also meant that I got to spend a lot of time with the guys – and with an absolutely hilarious groom. As you’ll see below, he treated me to some funny shots during the groomsmen portraits. Caity was the sweetest bride ever, and had the best reactions throughout the day. These two make a great pair and their connection is something special. Congratulations!