I loved this day… had SO much fun with Courtney and Ty. I’ve known Courtney for almost 10 years now. She first came to me just 18 years old and starting a modeling career. Over the years I did so many stylized, creative portfolio shoots with her and really got to know the bubbly FUN woman she’s become. Tyler must be a super cool dude to score this one! If you go to the engagement category on my blog you can also see their engagement shoot that I did at Balboa Park… Kinda fun to see what both their wedding highlights and engagement look like together!
I also love a crisp winter day for a wedding. People in So Cal tend to shy away from this season, and I understand the chance of rain is considerably higher, but it’s worth the risk (or a good plan B) to get a day like theirs. It was so clear!! Then to time it perfectly to get the last half hour of the day down on the beach was spectacular. I just might have to make a sample album from this one.
They chose St Edwards Church, Dana Point as their ceremony site. It’s well known (mostly for wedding Kobe Bryant) and has a gorgeous ocean view while you say your vows. The outside is very industrial but with the all white, clean look that Courtney planned it looks very modern and cool. For their reception they wanted to keep with the beachy Dana Point feel, therefore chose the ChartHouse just up the street for their reception. What’s perfect about a winter day wedding is it still leaves daylight at the end to wrap with gorgeous golden light for more couples shots! Court and Ty didn’t end there… they had a big “after party” planned to celebrate well into the night. That gives the Newlyweds so many more hours to enjoy than if they did an evening event!
I’m so happy for Mr and Mrs Sanford. Now I can’t wait to document pregnancy, newborn and all their events to come!
