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The Weddings and Engagements of Our Gorgeous #TYCouples
On the day Kyle had planned to propose to his gorgeous girlfriend Kelsey, it was freezing, pouring rain, and the sky was full of dark clouds. But Kyle could not wait another day to propose. Overlooking a beautiful lake in Wisconsin where they had been visiting with Kelseyβs family, Kyle pulled Kelsey aside from their
Welcome to Part Two of Nikhil and Tracyβs wedding at Ritz-Carlton Laguna Niguel! After their traditional Indian ceremony on day one, Nikhil and Tracy dressed in a spiffy tuxedo and gorgeous Lazaro gown for day two of their glamorous wedding weekendβ¦ and we are in LOVE with both of their amazing wedding looks! (If you
As wedding photographers, Jeff and I have the privilege of not only taking pictures of our couples’ happiest daysβ¦ but also cheering them on in all thatβs ahead in their marriage. And itβs so clear to us that Nikhil and Tracy truly understand the meaning of marriage. They are fully aware of the gift that
Like so many couples planning on getting married in 2020, Max and Susan had a Plan A… and then a Plan B… and then about a thousand other contingency plans as the world began to fall apart around their dream wedding. And as the dust settled and their new date approached, the world still wasnβt
We really thought Tom and Rebeccaβs day couldnβt get annnyyy dreamierβ¦ BUT THEN. We got these gorgeous film scans backβ¦ and wow wow WOW. The dreamy factor has multiplied ten-fold! *heart eyes* This day will always remain meaningful for Jeff and meβ¦ it was so special to see Tom and Rebecca celebrate with their families
Oh my gracious, friendsβ¦ you are in for a very special treat. Tom and Rebecca said βI doβ right in their backyard, and while their wedding was smaller in size, it did NOT lack in any elegance or enchantment! Holy. WOW. This wedding is goooorgeous! Their intimate guest list was a collection of all of
JR and Allisonβs wedding celebration at The Grand Del Mar was a total #TYdreamie knockout. (You have to take a look here!) Every gorgeous detail reflected their incredibly romantic love story – from Allisonβs whimsical wedding gown, to their lovely and lush florals by Blush Botanicals, to every picture-perfect, savored moment between JR and Allison.
JR will say that the moment he met Allison was a defining moment in his life. After that, EVERYTHING changed. His heart, his soul, his purpose… it was all wrapped up in this gorgeous, kind, soulful woman. β And man oh man, it shows! JR and Allison are truly soulmates – their gratitude for having
There is something particularly magical about medium format film, my friends. For Nikhil and Tracyβs already gorgeous engagement session at Crystal Cove State Park (see their first post here!), the film captures those ocean blues in its own dreamy-creamy fashion. And I AM OBSESSED. Film means slowing downβ¦ it means being even more intentional about
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CLASSIC & TRADITIONAL WEDDING AT THE GRAND DEL MAR
Every element of Greg and Amelia's wedding was dripping with elegance and classic glamour, including the breathtaking ceremony in the Capella Chapel, the sweetest getaway EVER, and the lovely-lovely fresh white florals by Adorations. Merilee of EverAfter Events designed a breathlessly perfect day, and Amelia was a VISION in her classic wedding gown.
ROMANTIC HILLTOP WEDDING IN RANCHO SANTA FE
Oh be still my swooning photographer heart! Roman and Zlatkaβs wedding at The Hidden Castle, a French chateau estate venue atop the hills of Rancho Santa Fe, was everything magical, romantic, and elegant! From Zlatkaβs dynamite dress to Romanβs chic presence to the 180 degree views of the hills of San Diego, this whole day was simply stunning!
EMOTIONAL WEDDING AT THE LODGE TORREY PINES
If you could wrap up everything Jeff and I love into one beautiful #TYWedding package, it would be this wedding right here. Tradition, elegance, emotion, legacyβ¦ and loads of classic black and white! Chris and Koreeβs dreamy wedding at The Lodge at Torrey Pines was crafted by the impeccable talent of Susanne Duffy of Crown Weddings.
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ABOUT THE YOUNGRENS
Weβre Jeff and Erin Youngren, a hubby and wifey team that photographs amazing couples and their incredible weddings. Hopeless romantics, BFF's, and mama + daddy to James, weβre obsessed with traveling, podcasts, Oreos (Erin) and whiskey (Jeff).
