Wade and Catherine’s dream wedding was all things traditional and thoughtful and incredibly classic. (Translation: All things oh-so-Youngren-approved!) From the first time we met Wade and Catherine at their sweet …
Rancho Valencia Day-After Session
Wade and Catherine
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Rancho Valencia Bridal Session
Catherine
As she planned for her wedding day, Catherine didn’t take the details lightly. Catherine’s a Southern girl from Texas who holds her Greek Orthodox faith and her Lebanese heritage dearly. …
Classic San Diego Engagement
Eric and Whitney
Whitney would come up with any excuse she could think of to stop by the cute new intern’s cubicle (and that cute new intern was Eric). Most of the time, …
Pacific Beach Engagement
David and Lisa
David and Lisa have no shortage of adventure in their love story. They first met in the mountains of Mammoth, fell in love on the beaches in San Diego, and …
Fairmont Grand Del Mar Wedding, Part Two
Greg and Amelia
Amelia knew down to the minute how long she’d waited for this day. When Greg and Amelia found each other, they knew they had found the missing puzzle piece to …
Fairmont Grand Del Mar Wedding, Part One
Greg and Amelia
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The Lodge at Torrey Pines Wedding, Part Two
Josh and Daryl
Oh my oh my! Josh and Daryl’s wedding is totally what Youngren dreams are made of: classic, timeless style, deeply-rooted tradition, and families who love each other oh-so-well! Josh and …
The Lodge at Torrey Pines Wedding, Part One
Josh and Daryl
With Josh and Daryl, their story just seemed to unfold naturally. They’ve been best friends for a long time, so from the seriously-exciting step into dating to the seriously-serious step …
Los Angeles Helipad Engagement
Paul and Sierra
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Park Hyatt Aviara Wedding, Part Two
Minh and Cathy
Welcome to Part Two of Minh and Cathy’s oh-so-elegant wedding reception at the Park Hyatt Aviara! Minh and Cathy’s sole focus was to enjoy their guests and their beautiful celebration …
Park Hyatt Aviara Wedding, Part One
Minh and Cathy
One evening while they were still dating, Cathy grabbed Minh’s phone to order some food. As she typed in her search for dinner, her eyes zeroed in on a recent …
L’Auberge Del Mar Wedding, Part Two
Dan and Marilyn
The moments following Dan and Marilyn’s ceremony at Seagrove Park were positively serene. While their guests went off to enjoy their cocktails, these two stood together, overlooking the ocean, completely …
L’Auberge Del Mar Wedding, Part One
Dan and Marilyn
Marilyn exudes joy. She is a fashionista who laughs effortlessly and often… and on her wedding day, Marilyn was nothing but grace and beauty and bubbly smiles as she thought …
Scripps Seaside Forum Engagement
Dan and Marilyn
She just wasn’t feeling it. They were taking family photos on the beach for the holidays, and Marilyn pulled a beanie over her hair because at that point, she was …
La Valencia Wedding, Part Two
Jeff and Elena
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La Valencia Wedding, Part One
Jeff and Elena
Jeff and Elena are connected in every way possible – with their hearts and souls and emotions. It’s a love that goes beyond the surface, but way down deep to …
Lake Tahoe Wedding, Part Two
Troy and Tara
Jeff and I firmly believe in slowing our couples down. You see, a wedding day can feel like a blur of emotions if you don’t take the time to intentionally …
Lake Tahoe Wedding, Part One
Troy and Tara
He was the tall, handsome guy she’d been told about. When Tara moved into a new place a few years back, her new landlord couldn’t contain herself. After asking if …
Rancho Valencia Wedding, Part Two
Will and Meghan
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Rancho Valencia Wedding, Part One
Will and Meghan
In so many ways, Will and Meghan make an obvious match. They are both the second oldest of four kids. They both went to Catholic School growing up. They both …
Lake Tahoe Wedding, Part Two
Colton and Nancy
Every bit of Colton and Nancy’s destination wedding in Lake Tahoe is giving us giddy-photographer-feels! First things first: if you haven’t already soaked up alllll the beautifully emotional moments of …
Lake Tahoe Wedding, Part One
Colton and Nancy
When Nancy was a little girl, she declared with certainty that one day, she would get married right in this spot. She’d marry her Prince Charming alongside the water at …
La Jolla Engagement
Minh and Cathy
Minh and Cathy are two best friends who also happen to be head-over-heels for each other. Minh can’t get enough of this gorgeous girl and everything that makes her who …
Hotel Del Coronado Wedding, Part Two
Marc and Tricia
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Hotel Del Coronado Wedding, Part One
Marc and Tricia
She’s a believer in soulmates – because how could she not be, after meeting him? Tricia originally met Marc at a conference for work, but then two years later, they …
Villa Montalvo Wedding, Part Two
Minh and Sandy
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Villa Montalvo Wedding, Part One
Minh and Sandy
Minh and Sandy have loved each other for more than 18 years. Their wedding day was wrapped up in so much meaning, but having loved each other so deeply for …
Hotel Del Coronado Wedding, Part Two
Daniel and Makenna
Imagine walking into your wedding reception and having absolutely NO. IDEA. what to expect… That’s exactly how Makenna and Daniel were feeling, because they gave Emily Smiley (Makenna’s godmother) complete …
Hotel Del Coronado Wedding, Part One
Daniel and Makenna
Daniel and Makenna never shy away from big dreams… in fact, they run full-force after them. Makenna is a girl who wears her heart on her sleeve – she laughs …