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2020 has been a rough year for any would-be brides and grooms out there. As uncertainty has grown and guest lists have shortened, the celebration that many people imagined may need to take a new shape, but there are still great options available for a magical and memorable small wedding or elopement in San Diego. […]

October 27, 2020

5 Great Venues for a Small, Covid-Safe Wedding or Elopement in San Diego

This was a very personal wedding for me since I have been friends with Matt for years.  When he asked me to come to Australia to capture his special day I was thrilled.  The ceremony was on Bilgola Beach in Australia.  It’s beautiful cliffs and ocean views were the perfect location for Matt and Bridey’s […]

February 22, 2019

Australia Summer Destination Wedding | Matt + Bridey

Rancho Valencia summer wedding Hannah and James’ intimate wedding at Rancho Valencia was a summer dream. Hannah chose colors to match the beautiful outdoor summer setting. All complete with flowing gowns, plenty of greenery, and muted colors. All of this with Rancho Valencia’s beautiful, natural setting, made for such a special day for these two. But, […]

August 29, 2018

Rancho Valencia Wedding | Hannah and James

Summer wedding at Estancia La Jolla Janet and Carl got married at the beautiful Estancia in La Jolla this summer! They planned one of the classiest, weddings, all the while, focusing on their love for each other. They were so sweet with each other, and you could tell how much Janet cared for Carl, and […]

August 28, 2018

Estancia La Jolla Wedding | Janet and Carl

La Jolla Women’s Club Wedding Nathan and Trisha were married at La Jolla Women’s Club, and fell in love with this wedding venue because of the relaxed atmosphere. They completed their timeless, classic look with lush greenery for a romantic garden wedding! The columns, fountain and location to the beach completely sold this sweet couple […]

August 19, 2018

La Jolla Women’s Club Wedding | Nathan and Trisha

Estancia wedding with Bliss Events Korie is not only a fabulous wedding coordinator in San Diego, but a dear friend of the France Photographers team! When she asked us to photograph her big day, we were so thrilled. Sweetest bride and friend makes for the best wedding day ever! Since Korie is a wedding coordinator, she […]

August 15, 2018

Estancia Wedding for Bliss Events | Korie and Rich

Martin Johnson House wedding with Simply Gorgeous Events This wedding at the Martin Johnson House was our first time working with Kayla, the wedding coordinator at Simply Georgeous Events. She was so incredible! She designed and styled the wedding, and there were so many little stunning details! Her energy was great, calming and peaceful, but […]

August 8, 2018

Martin Johnson House Wedding | Jess and Dan

So you book a wedding, and you are super pumped. Why wouldn’t you be?! Being a part of a couples wedding day is the ultimate honor. As a photographer, every wedding booked is so exciting! You send out your routine questionnaire, and learn that they are having a wedding party of twenty five people! We […]

July 27, 2018

Shooting A Large Wedding Party

Scripps Seaside Forum wedding   Natalie and David are high school sweethearts that are finally husband and wife! Because they have been together since they were teenagers, their families are already like one big family! This alone made for a day full of love and laughter. When we arrived, we were greeted by the biggest, […]

July 1, 2018

Scripps Seaside Forum Wedding | David and Natalie

Summer wedding at L’Auberge with White Lace Events Maegan and Calvin were married at L’Auberge in June, which made for a beautiful sunny wedding day in San Diego! We were so fortunate to work with White Lace Events, who always makes each event unique, custom, and thoughtfully designed! They started the day with casual fun with friends, […]

June 30, 2018

L’Auberge Del Mar Summer Wedding | Maegan and Calvin