This photograph of Gretchen & Jakob’s first dance literally took my breath away. This…this is why I loooooooove my job.
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From the category archives:
Weddings
It was a serene, calm morning. As Angie’s friend put the final touches on her hair, Angie was as calm & collected as could be. She laughed, she smiled…she was over the moon. And why wouldn’t she be? She was marrying her best friend & it literally was her dream come true. Her bridesmaids gathered together to “ooooooh” & “aaaaaah” as Angie stepped into her custom made wedding gown. And as Angie & Nick saw each other for the first time on their wedding day in a grove of redwood trees, they embraced…they kissed…everything around them disappeared…and it was perfect. Because when Angie & Nick are together, all is right, all is perfect & everything is better. That evening as family & friends raised their glasses to toast the newly married couple, Angie’s brother said, “I love Angie & I love Nick. But I love Angie & Nick even more.” Everyone who knows Angie & Nick know what a fabulous & dynamic duo they are. There truly is no Nick without Angie & no Angie without Nick.
When I talked to Angie about the wedding, I knew it was going to be an event to remember. Angie put so much work into making sure the details were perfect. And perfect they were! They married at Nestldown in Los Gatos, a romantic & secluded location that was gorgeous-no matter where you were on the property! Family & friends were serenaded by a string quartet as the bridal party walked down the aisle (to the Beatles, no less!). The reception was gorgeous as everyone dined on delicious food, enjoyed a fun photo booth & a rockin live band. As always, there were so many beautiful, thought out details. I loved the bold purple & blue colors, the butterfly guests cards, Angie’s perfect shoes, her chunky gold jewelry, their fun bridal party & their incredible butterfly cake. It truly was an event for all to remember.
Angie & Nick-I honestly love you guys. It’s been so much fun to see you become husband & wife. You are such a wonderful, fabulous couple & I think that everyone who knows you can see how happy you make each other. Thank you so much for giving me the chance to photograph your picture perfect day- it was something that I will always remember & cherish! Congratulations to the both of you-enjoy your 2 week honeymoon in Indonesia (lucky ducks!) xoxo, marielle.
I’m obsessed with Angie’s shoes. Look how fabulous they complimented the hotel’s decor!
This is the reason why I think that having a first look on your wedding day is amazing.
My favorite from their wedding…
Angie-you were such a stunning, fabulously fabulous bride.
And Nick- you cleaned up nicely, too!
A gorgeous photograph from my assistant, Lynn…
I love the look of all the guests faces as Angie’s dad walks her down the aisle…
Nestldown is such a serene setting for a wedding…
The prettiest flower girl..
Which one is your favorite?
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I had a blast shooting Angie & Nick’s amazing wedding on Saturday. I’m not kidding, this wedding was beyond beautiful & I can’t wait to share the rest soon…Here’s a sneak peek for the meantime…
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He stood quietly under the large white lanterns hanging in the trees. Waiting…patiently waiting to see his bride for the first time on their wedding day. A light breeze caught the branches of the trees & quietly rustled them. As Gretchen walked down the pathway to see Jakob, she grinned ear to ear. As they caught their first glimpse of each other that day, their excitement was palpable. They embraced, laughed & you could see it in their eyes that they were excited to finally become husband & wife. You see, when Gretchen & Jakob are together, things are perfect & everything is more exciting. They are the type of people who are amazing individuals, but when they are together they are quite the powerhouse. They love life, find joy in spending time together & are totally genuine people. Their excitement continued throughout the day during their beautiful ceremony at Hakone Gardens & lasted well into the night. They were surrounded by their friends & family who were beyond excited to be celebrating the union of two fabulous people!
I really loved shooting this wedding not only because Jakob & Gretchen were so much fun to work with, but because the details were everywhere! I loved Gretchen’s fabulous red Converse sneakers, their dog who was the ring bearer (so darling!), the baskets of fresh lemons as centerpieces & I especially loved all the white paper lanterns the hung from the trees. Jakob’s sweet mother made all the cupcakes & Gretchen made all the origami place cards. I love handmade details for a wedding-they make the wedding so much more unique & special. Although the fog rolled in & the reception was freeeeeezing, all the guests had a wonderful time celebrating Jakob & Gretchen’s big day. It was a romantic, intimate & fun day for all who were there.
Jakob & Gretchen- I knew from our first hour & a half phone conversation that you guys were going to be wonderful, fabulous clients. And when we first met in person, I was so excited to be able to photograph your beautiful wedding! You guys rock my socks & I am so grateful that I was able to spend your special day with you! You are such a sweet, genuine & real couple. I know without a doubt that your married life together will be fun, easy going & fabulous-just like the two of you! Wishing you the happiest marriage ever! With love, xoxo, marielle.
Hakone Gardens is the most serene & gorgeous location for a wedding!
I am in LOVE with these photographs from their first look….
They incorporated their sweet dog into the wedding ceremony & I loved it!
Gretchen…you are stunning.
Gretchen’s sweet father walked her down the aisle…
Gretchen made all of the oragami place cards & Jakob’s awesome mom made all the cupcakes!
Connie caught some great images & I especially love this one of the gorgeous bouquet..
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It was a wonderfully exciting day. The palm trees gently swayed back & forth in the gentle breeze at the Oakland Temple. The fountains bubbled & the flowers were still fresh with the morning dew. Their family & friends excitedly gathered around the front doors of the temple. And as Jackie & George walked out of the temple doors as husband & wife, they both threw their heads back with laughter. They were beyond excited to be married to each other & it showed. Jackie & George are just that: wonderful & exciting. And their wedding day was no different.
I remember the first time Jackie & I talked on the phone about her wedding. One of the first things she said to me was, “I am SO excited to be marrying George…he is amazing!” Her words brought a smile to my face & I could tell that Jackie was truly ecstatic to be marrying the love of her life & her best friend. If you have the privilege of knowing Jackie & George, you know that they truly are one another’s best friends…they laugh with each other & love being together, no matter what they are doing. They are fun, fabulous & just a ball of fun to be around!
I have to admit I was a little intimidated to shoot this wedding. Jackie is a photographer herself & has loads of photographer friends & so it made me a little nervous! But Jackie & George are soooooo easy to photograph & so delightful to be around that I had a great time shooting their wedding! Because Jackie & George have such great taste, their wedding reception was filled to the brim with fabulous, fabulous details (and if you read my blog, you know how much I heart details…). I LOVED everything from their food (seriously, it was AMAZING…), the handmade ties & argyle socks for the groomsmen, Jackie’s fresh & gorgeous bouquet, and I especially loved the fact that they had not one but FIVE wedding cakes! Each detail was put together so nicely & made their wedding simply gorgeous. Simply put, it was the perfect summer wedding & I was so grateful to be a part of it!
Jackie & George, you guys rock my socks. I’m so grateful to have been able photograph your wonderful wedding. I am happy that you have become my friends through this whole process. You were SO much fun to work with & I wish you happiness, love & laughter in your married life together! With gratitude, xoxo, marielle.
My favorite! This totally shows Jackie & George’s personalities…
Jackie…you are simply stunning…
I absolutely LOVE this photograph of George. He is hilarious.
This is by far my favorite photograph from their wedding….
Why have one wedding cake when you can have FIVE?!?!?! Delicious!
Which one is your favorite? I’d love to hear!!! 
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