When I shot Nillie’s and Ehab’s Persian wedding in San Luis Obispo, I had never seen a sofreh before, and I was absolutely blown away by how beautiful and ornate they are. They’re really are no words to the level of care and love that goes into creating these for couples. It was such a treat to capture all of their ceremonial traditions like the feeding of honey and placing the veil above the couple’s heads during their Persian wedding ceremony, and of course the belly dancer during the reception was a wonderful surprise.
Let me paint you a picture of pure boho magic: a crisp fall day, the scent of grape vines dancing in the air, and the sound of love echoing through the San Luis Obispo hills. Yup, I was lucky enough to witness the most enchanting fall wedding at SLO Brew Rock, and let me tell you, it was straight out of a boho dream!
If you’re dreaming of a wedding that combines the rustic charm of a vineyard with the laid-back elegance of California’s Central Coast, with more affordable wedding venues that Napa, then look no further than San Luis Obispo. This hidden gem offers a plethora of vineyard wedding venues that promise to turn your special day into a celebration of love, surrounded by rolling hills and the sweet scent of grapevines.
San Luis Obispo (SLO) isn’t just another wedding destination—it’s THE wedding destination location in California! From affordability to charm, here’s why SLO should be at the top of your wedding location list. Wether you are a California local just trying to find a beautiful place for a wedding, dreaming of a vineyard wedding and looking all over the United States, or a returning Cal Poly grad who knows that SLO is the most beautiful place in California- you are about to find out why you should get married here.
At the amazing Oyster Ridge Winery Alex and Rachel, an adorable and radiant couple deeply in love, exchanged vows in a celebration that embraced diversity, love, and the beauty of nature. Their wedding was a testament to the power of love and the joy that radiates when two beautiful people unite- it was whimsical, joyful, and an absolute fairytale dream come true.
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.
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.
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
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 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