MENU
Fine Art

PHOTOGRAPHY

California + Worldwide

A Woodsy Wedding {Katie & Reilly, Cambria Pines Lodge}

April 27, 2014

I just adore this wedding! Tucked away in the gardens of Cambria Pines Lodge, Katie & Reilly’s day was a darling display of DIY charm. Some of my favorite examples are the hand-made chalkboard signs from recycled wood and the photo booth backdrop, which was created from an old barn door!

This wedding also doubles as a great example of why you should trust your wedding photographer, which Katie and Reilly did immensely by allowing me to take them off-location for their first portraits as husband & wife…. to a place they have never been or even seen!  Yep. Weeks earlier, I had been on a mission to find them a private, offsite location for their portraits to mix things up visually as well as allow them to enjoy their first moments as husband and wife and a more private and relaxing setting. I drove up and down Cambria and found a few great spots to take them at the time. However, the week of their wedding, I drove out to Cambria once more. First of all, I had just gotten back from freezing cold NYC (blog post of that coming soon) and needed some fresh warm Cali air! But I also had this gut feeling that there was something better out there for their photos together. And my goodness, I found it! After exploring the backroads, I drove by this gorgeous country home that sat atop a hill. A hill that overlooked more hills. With fresh grass, wild mustard, and just a beautiful ambiance. Lucky for me, I spotted a truck at the driveway below. I quickly turned around, drove to the bottom of the driveway and was able to catch a glimpse from the man in his truck. He drove back towards me and I popped my little blonde head up to his window to make my inquiry. And I guess I’m pretty charming! 😉 Needless to say, this spot was a breathtaking place to be, and I had a truly amazing couple to photograph there.

Katie and Reilly both looked spectacular on their wedding day. Reilly and his groomsmen all sported the best Perry Ellis suits. The beautiful bridesmaids wore a soft pink that paired with the elegant earthy tones of the decor and bouquets. And Katie, well she was just a vision in her Panache gown! Plus, get this–the whole bottom half of the gown is remove-able!! Which was perfect for her sparkler send off with Reilly, running through the night, sparks flying, and cheers from family and friends. Congratulations you two!! I’m excited for you to relive your memories through these photos forever.

kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer062kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer012 kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer001 kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer002 kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer003 kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer004kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer014kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer093
kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer005kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer015 kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer016 kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer017 kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer018 kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer019 kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer020 kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer021 kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer022 kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer023 kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer024 kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer025 kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer026 kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer027 kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer029 kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer028 kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer030 kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer031 kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer032 kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer033 kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer035kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer092 kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer034 kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer037 kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer038 kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer039 kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer040kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer076 kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer041 kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer042 kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer043 kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer044 kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer045 kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer046 kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer047 kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer048 kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer049 kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer050 kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer051kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer070 kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer068 kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer069kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer061 kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer013 kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer063 kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer064 kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer065 kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer053 kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer052 kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer054 kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer055 kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer056 kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer057 kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer058 kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer059 kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer060 kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer067 kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer066 kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer073 kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer072 kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer089kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer105kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer104 kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer085kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer080kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer079kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer081 kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer083 kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer087 kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer088 kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer094 kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer095 kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer096kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer102 kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer097 kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer098 kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer101 kelsea_holder_destination_wedding_photographer100

Dress: Panache Bridal
Suits: Perry Ellis
Bridal Hair: Janina Canon at Bluebird Salon
Mens Grooming: Olivia Michel at Bluebird Salon
Makeup: Jessi Skipton Campbell at Bluebird Salon

CLOSE