The rain poured all day, but that didn’t stop Chris and Nicole from having a magical wedding day. Everything was brought inside the art gallery and set up beautifully. Nicole’s dad had built large “XOXO” as their backdrop and they had hand made wooden signs lining the aisle that proclaimed love as defined in 1 Corinthians 13. It was perfect timing to be inside the art gallery because it was featuring student’s artwork from the school where Nicole was a teacher.
The ceremony opened with Nicole’s brother playing the guitar as she and her dad walked down the aisle to meet Chris. Her brother then stepped center and officiated the wedding, uniting Chris and Nicole in marriage.
After the tear-jerking ceremony, guest were invited to enjoy drinks and refreshments by the fireplace while the Muckenthaler staff re-set the room for the reception. The rain let up for just a few minutes so we quickly seized the opportunity to sneak outside for a few photos.
The rain continued throughout the evening, and so did the dancing. Things may have ended up a little differently then they envisioned, but in the moment everything seem to be exactly as it should.
Congratulations Chris and Nicole! I am so happy for you two and excited to hear that you are now expecting a son!!!!! I wish you two lots of love and joy in your adventures together.
Red rubies were a theme throughout the day. Nicole’s ring had two framing rubies as well as Chris’ wedding ring laid with rubies. Then, Chris gifted Nicole ruby earrings to wear down the aisle.
Gifts for Nicole’s parents and to catch the happy tears throughout the day:
The First Look by an enchanting fireplace in the art gallery. Then joined by their Bridesmaids and Groomsmen.
Nicole’s wedding bouquet was made from vintage broaches. A very unique and classy statement piece.
A reminder of pure love as she walked down the aisle.
“Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. 5 It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. 6 Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. 7 It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres. 8 Love never fails.”
1 Corinthians 13:4-8
Venue // Muckenthaler Mansion // @themuckenthalermansion
Coordinator/Florals/Catering // Colette’s Catering & Events // @colettescatering
Photographer // Wheeland Photography // @wheelandphoto
I love capturing the details and the behind the scene of a wedding day… Even before the bride and groom get to see each other.
Venue: Giracci Vineyards: @GiracciVineyards
Planner: Queen Tut Events @QueenTutEvents
Photography: Janet Wheeland @Wheelandphoto
Florals: Como La Flor @Como.laa.flor
Hair & Makeup: Vanity Belle @vanitybelles
Videography: Aah Visuals @Aahvisuals
DJ: A-Rok Entertainment @Arok_Entertainment_Events
Catering: California Fresh @Californiafresh_catering
Cake: Penelope’s Perfections @penelopesperfections
Rentals: Signature Party Rentals @Sigpartyrentals
Signage: Luckie Design Co @luckie.design.co
Katrina and Tony made it a special point not to call or see each other before their wedding ceremony. Tony even turned his back until the exact moment Katrina was lined up in view down the aisle. It was a very emotional sweet day and I’m so happy for them.
Venue: Giracci Vineyards: @GiracciVineyards
Planner: Queen Tut Events @QueenTutEvents
Photography: Janet Wheeland @Wheelandphoto
Florals: Como La Flor @Como.laa.flor
Signage: Luckie Design Co @luckie.design.co
Hair & Makeup: Vanity Belle @vanitybelles
Videography: Aah Visuals @Aahvisuals
DJ: A-Rok Entertainment @Arok_Entertainment_Events
Catering: California Fresh @Californiafresh_catering
Cake: Penelope’s Perfections @Perfe1Penelopes
Rentals: Signature Party Rentals @Sigpartyrentals
There’s nothing better than snuggles from the one you love. 😍
Ceremony @ccclagunahills
Reception @olehansonbeachclub
Wedding Coordinator @eventsbykatherine
Caterer @24carrotscatering
Florist @wildflower.floral
DJ @neffectsdjs
Videographer @aahvisuals
Cake @plumeriacakestudio
Hair & Makeup @beautyandthebeach.oc
Wedding Dress @bhldn
Bridesmaids Dresses @azaziebridal
Groom’s & Groomsmen’s Suits @friartux
Officiant | Pastor Ric Rodeheaver @ccclagunahills
Stationery @minted
Pianist Carol Hughes
Chorus @sccchorus
String Quartet @ocstrings_com
Photo @wheelandphoto
Bride @anja._elizabeth
Groom @joey_kolb09
Jennifer and Philippe had been down different paths but fate brought them together. We got to do some wedding portraits of them before they left to elope in Hawaii just the two of them. 😍
Location @missionsanjuancapistrano
Bride @evolvewithjen
Groom @peepsandj
Hair @summerradighair
Makeup @maccosmetics
Got to be a part of @communityhousedp Open House yesterday! I didn’t even know this hidden gem existed! Right in the heart of Dana Point it’s perfect for a small wedding or party.