Last Saturday, I had the opportunity to work with the very talented Natalie Williams (www.nataliewilliamsphotographer.com), photographing a wedding in Southern California. Thanks, Natalie, for the support!
Sara and Mark are a beautiful couple whom took their relationship to the highest level. The day started like a typical day in Los Angeles, CA — warm and sunny. However, the sun was especially shinny over the Sheraton in downtown L.A., where Sara and Mark were getting ready for their special day. The bride-to-be’s hotel suite was hectic with bridesmaids shoulder to shoulder, jostling for a view of the mirror, and shouting, “where’s my shoe”.
This Orange County, CA photographer had his hands full. Capturing all those moments is what I live for. Interesting enough, the guys where all ready, watching some football on TV.
After surviving the girl’s wedding preparations, we drove to the beautiful and unique Blessed Sacrament Church, on Sunset Blvd., in Hollywood, CA., where they had a gorgeous ceremony. Children and family members running around, instead of sitting down, made my job really fun. Finally, the music started and Sara’s beautiful entrance got everybody to settle down. Tears poured from both sides of the family, and I felt blessed to be a part of their special day.
A quick drive to the Japanese American Museum, on East First Street, in Little Tokyo — Los Angeles, CA., followed the ceremony, for what would be a amazing reception. Again, children and other family members were running around full of excitement for the new couple.
From the begging to the end of the day, I had a great time. It’s a wonderful thing that I am fortunate to do for a living. I wish Sara and Mark the best on their new journey and new life as one. I’m just lucky to be the one who to tells the story.

A flower is a romantic symbol of a wedding, and a wedding is a symbol of love. I felt the love when I shot this wedding.

Sara enjoying a little free time in her suite, at the Sheraton in downtown Los Angeles, CA.

Hey…Mark, don’t worry about your hair, it’s just the most important day of your life.

We all love “bling”, and Mark and Sara are no exception.

Mark got ready really fast. Check him out — so confident.

Sara heading over to the Blessed Sacrament Church, in Hollywood,CA.

Walking down the aisle to her future. I have been married for five years, and I still get nervous at weddings.

Blessed Sacrament Church, in Hollywood, CA has this dramatic ceiling, which is perfect for a beautiful ceremony. Yes, I still tire at weddings.

The first dance, is so exciting. I think that the Japanese American Museum, in Little Tokyo — Los Angeles, CA is a great a place for a reception. I loved this couple, and wish them the best of luck.
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by Martin
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