Melissa + Sam’s Wedding: 10/22/2011 – It’s one thing to shoot a beautiful wedding in late October (my favorite time of the year!), it’s another if the bride is one of your favorite planner friends. I’ve had the huge pleasure and privilege of working with Melissa, and her partner in crime Elsa, the past year and a half. When she asked me last October to photograph hers and Sam’s big day, I was beyond excited and honored. And it’s crazy how fast time flies, as this past Saturday, Mel and Sam tied the knot in front of all their loved ones at Bella Collina in San Clemente, CA.
You couldn’t have asked for a more memorable wedding. When the bride is a planner, her matron of honor is also a planner, and they have two of their associates coordinating the big day, you know things will be in good hands :). I loved all the details from Melissa and Sam’s wedding (more on that in another post), but what stood out the most was how every amazing feeling in the emotion spectrum was felt this past weekend.
From Sam and the guys goofing off and Mel and the girls being super sweet to the unforgettable toasts by Elsa, Jessica (who I believe introduced Mel and Sam to one another during their days at Cal Poly SLO), and Sam’s brother Daniel…and not to forget the hilarious dancing moves by everyone…this wedding truly had a bit of everything. Plus it warmed my heart seeing the big smiles on the faces of both Mel and Sam’s parents. Heck, even Mel’s parents showed the newlyweds how to really make out during the reception ;).
I just love the feeling at a wedding when I barely have enough time to take a breather or even put my camera down for a second, as there’s always something interesting going on. Thank you so much Mel and Sam for your hospitality, trust, and friendship. You really made me feel like a friend showing up to your wedding with my camera than a vendor. I’m so grateful to not only get a chance to work with Mel at weddings but also now document her big day.
And Sam is definitely one of the funniest but also classiest grooms I’ve ever met. His humor got the entire crowd laughing and his thank you speech touched the hearts of all (including yours truly as Sam took the time to thank the vendors as well). And let’s not forget his awesome singing skills towards the end of the night :D. Congrats Mel and Sam on a new home, on being Mr. and Mrs., and starting the next chapter of your life. Hope you guys enjoy the sneak peek!
Ceremony and reception locations: Bella Collina in San Clemente, CA
Planner and coordinator: ME Events & Design
Make-up artist and hair stylist: Chiali Meng Wedding Makeup
Videographer: Studio 205 Films
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