The Engagement of Sylina & Tony

I had only visited San Juan Capistrano for the first time a week shy of Sylina & Tony letting me know they were considering the city as a possible location for their engagement session. They had remarked how beautiful the downtown area was, and from what I had seen during my own visit, I couldn't have agreed more.  The main corridor through the town has much to be admired, but the true gem of the location in my eyes is Lios Rios St., which is a little back road running parallel to the main strip. Here, you'll find nooks and crannies full of character and rustic charm, all the sort of cues that tame the blood pressure -- and about as close as you can get to country here in bustling Southern California.  Just the type of spot I favor shooting in.


It was actually pretty crowded the weekend we shot with tourists + other photographers documenting weddings, proms, and engagements in the area.  But I think we did a pretty good job making the space seem as if it was all our own.  Sylina & Tony were very open to exploring as much of the area as possible that late afternoon, and our investment yielded some really nice captures from the day.

Looking forward to sharing their wedding images real soon!

 

 

 

     

 

 

 

 

   

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  

 

 

The Engagement of Danny & Kacey

Malaga Cove Plaza has forever been a drive-by for me, never the destination. Nestled in the hills of Palos Verdes at a four way intersection, the plaza's Spanish architecture commands a glance, but the traffic has always hustled me along before I could commit to popping the blinker and detouring for a peek.

A recent engagement session changed that. Kacey and Danny were hopeful for a location that offered a California blend of architecture and the outdoors, preferably a place where we wouldn't have to jockey with the weekend crowds for use of the space. Malaga Cove Plaza fit the bill perfectly, and little did I know just how much its curb appeal opens up to a cozy maze of nooks, archways, fountains, and cafes, some of the construction dating back to the 1920's. A short hike up the street brings you to Malaga Cove Library, and in the opposite direction, a contained desert garden ideal for those in need of some time alone.




Credit must also be given to Danny and Kacey for bringing along their personalized props. Hey, it's not every day you get to toss your future monogram in the air! They caught the letters, of course -- so no doubt that means good vibes for the wedding to come. Thanks again for making for such a great day Danny and Kacey!