Jeanette + Rod’s Wedding: 6/13/2011 – “Follow your heart, love what you do, get to know the people you meet, and life has a way of working around you.” That’s what I’ve been telling myself ever since last Monday when I had the pleasure and privilege of photographing Jeanette and Rod‘s intimate wedding on the beaches of Cabo San Lucas, Mexico. I wished I could start every Monday with a wedding like this!

Following my heart was pretty easy. When you meet two wonderful people like Jeanette and Rod, who are so caring, loving, and totally easy-going on everything, you’d go anywhere in the world to be a part of their big day. And loving what you do, well, photographing the celebration of a couple and their families coming together…it doesn’t get any better than that! Speaking of families and getting to know the people you meet, Jeanette and Rod’s loved ones were so wonderful to me from the second I met them and said hello.

Getting to know the family and friends of a bride and groom, especially when it’s a destination wedding, is one of the best things ever. Everyone from Jeanette and Rod’s parents, siblings, relatives, and friends were such a joy to meet and photograph. The entire wedding day was a blast! Everything from the intimate feel of the Jewish ceremony to dancing/toasts/flower throwing (yes they had that!) at the reception made each second memorable. Shout out to Randy, Brenda, and Mike for being my honorary assistants and Sam, his wife, and everyone else on the dance floor for putting Jeanette and Rod on the chair and  tossing them in the air ;).

I’ll never forget what Rod said to me during the reception, that he considers me like family and wanted me to enjoy the dinner and evening festivities. People always ask me if I ever sleep, take a breather, or even have a social life. Well, this is my life and when you meet amazing individuals like Jeanette and Rod, you wouldn’t change it one single bit. I really can’t imagine doing anything else in this world. Thank you Jeanette and Rod for filling my heart with so much love and joy. Below are some of my favorite images from their day, but please click here to see a slideshow. I hope you enjoy it!

Ceremony and reception locations: Dreams Los Cabos Suites Golf Resort and Spa in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico

Elaine + Adrian’s Engagement Session – I love these two!!! To see a slideshow of E + A’s e-session photos, please click here.

Nancy + Mirou’s Engagement Session – Working with Nancy and Mirou couldn’t be more fun and relaxing. From the very first e-mail about 6 months ago to this past evening when we all hung out at the studio to view their photos, it’s been nothing but a pleasure having Nancy and Mirou as my couple.

After meeting in school several years ago, Nancy and Mirou got engaged last year and will soon take the big step of being Mrs. and Mr. later this July. They have one of the biggest hearts and smiles I’ve ever felt and seen. And when you put Nancy and Mirou in front of a camera, the magic of being in love and showing it just comes off so naturally.

We went to several spots around San Juan Capistrano for their esession. Within literally seconds of starting the shoot, Nancy and Mirou were already hugging, kissing, and laughing away. I wished we had all day/night to work with one another, because they’re just that awesome! Can’t wait for your big day! Please click here to see a slideshow of Nancy and Mirou’s e-session pics, and turn up your speaker!

Slideshow of Audrey and Mark’s wedding. Please click on the image below or here to view it. Enjoy!