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Weddings, Paso Robles Weddings

A Whimsical Fairytale Wedding at the Beautiful Hartley Farms

Overflowing florals, homespun touches like pies and donuts, colorful and romantic, if you love whimsy this Hartley Farms wedding will make you swoon. A venue set in a botanical garden with ponds, vineyards, huge oak trees, shaded pathways- its like stepping into a fairytale when you get married here.

Weddings, San Luis Obispo Weddings

Marfarm Ranch and Barn Wedding Venue: An Amazing AirbnB Farmstay

Marfarm is a wedding venue in the heart of the picturesque San Luis Obispo County and Edna Valley, a hidden gem for couples seeking a unique wedding experience – MarFarm (short for Marshall Farm) is rustic and modern and elegant all at the same time. Nestled in the rolling hills and surrounded by vineyards, MarFarm is a captivating wedding venue that seamlessly blends rustic decor with sophisticated and chic bone structure. MarFarm is a dream wedding destination wedding venue and air-b-and-b.

Weddings, San Luis Obispo Weddings

An Intimate Love Story at Greengate Ranch and Vineyard

Nestled in the picturesque landscapes of San Luis Obispo just outside of town and just at the edge of Edna Valley, Greengate Ranch and Vineyard stands as a beacon of romance and charm, offering couples a dreamy and idyllic setting for their special day. This enchanting venue is a testament to nature’s beauty, combining rustic elegance with modern amenities. Here is what makes Greengate Ranch one of the top choices for couples seeking an unforgettable vineyard wedding venue in San Luis Obispo.

Wedding Tips and Tricks

3 EASY STEPS TO GET MARRIAGE LICENSE IN SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY

First comes first when planning your SLO wedding- how do you actually get a marriage license in San Luis Obispo? You’ve been drooling over venues and getting your wedding vendors picked out for your upcoming wedding, but you also need to handle the paperwork. Here is some information I have gathered from my wedding photography couples to make this process easy for you.

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Weddings

Willow And Oak: An Amazing Fairytale Wedding Venue In Paso Robles

A beautiful blend of Jewish and South Asian wedding traditions at Willow and Oak in Paso Robles, CA. Touches of blush, gold, pink, and even Star Wars for the wedding of their dreams.

Engagements

Flying Caballos Ranch Engagement Session

Engagement sessions are such a wonderful way for couples to commemorate this special time in their lives. It’s a chance to capture the excitement and anticipation of their upcoming wedding day. When families are involved, like in Katie and Drew’s case, it adds an extra layer of love and togetherness that truly shines through in the photos.

Weddings

A Crystal Themed Wedding at the Unique MOXI Museum of Innovation

This rooftop Cinderella inspired ceremony and wedding at the MOXI Museum of Innovation in downtown Santa Barbara is a fairytale dream you have to see to believe. A whimsical dream with elements of glass, crystal, overflowing florals in green and white- it’s like Cinderella’s castle on a cloud.

Weddings

Colorful and Classic Ella’s Vineyard Wedding Beneath an Ancient Oak Tree

Ella’s Vineyard is an elegant and rustic wedding venue in the foothills of Paso Robles and San Luis Obispo. With a gorgeous huge Oak Tree to say vows under and a beautiful white rustic barn for your reception. The California Central Coast is a magical place to have your wedding, more quaint and affordable than Napa and just as incredible in terms of wine country. The weather is temperate, the grapes and hills are Lish, and you are only 20 minutes away from the California beaches.

"Leana captured our day perfectly"

LEANA IS ABSOLUTELY AMAZING!!! MY HUSBAND AND I AREN'T THE MOST COMFORTABLE IN FRONT OF A CAMERA, BUT SHE MADE THE EXPERIENCE SO ENJOYABLE AND WE COULDN'T WAIT TO WORK WITH HER AGAIN FOR OUR WEDDING.

OUR WEDDING PHOTOS ARE UNREAL! THEY ARE WHIMSICAL, STUNNING AND TRULY CAPTURE OUR LOVE. 


Arielle + Issac

"We are SO so thrilled with our images!"

WORKING WITH LEANA IS AN ABSOLUTE DREAM. SHE GOES ABOVE AND BEYOND--NOT JUST WITH HER PHOTOGRAPHY, BUT ALSO WITH GETTING TO KNOW YOU AS A COUPLE. SHE IS APPROACHABLE AND RESPONDS VERY QUICKLY!

HER PHOTOS ARE BREATHTAKING--FULL OF JOY AND MOVEMENT. SHE GOT US OUR FIRST 200 EDITED PHOTOS WITHIN A FEW DAYS OF OUR WEDDING. HIRE HER!!


Rachel + Spencer

"She felt like a friend to us!"

SHE WAS SO INVESTED IN EVERYTHING ALONG THE WAY, FROM HELPING ME PICK OUT OUTFITS FOR OUR ENGAGEMENT SHOOT TO THE TIMELINE FOR THE WEDDING.

WE INTERVIEWED SEVERAL OTHER PHOTOGRAPHERS, BUT NO ONE FELT AS WARM, GENUINE OR AS ENTHUSIASTIC AS LEANA. IT FELT LIKE A FRIEND WAS THERE TAKING OUR PICTURES, NOT JUST A VENDOR.

Regina + Dan