Mindy & Tommy | San Diego Wedding | July 11th, 2010
Mindy & Tommy will forever hold a special place in my heart. Why? They allowed me to photography my first destination wedding! My good friend Lauren texted me one day and said, “Would you photograph a wedding in San Diego?” – I didn’t know why she was asking, but I said, “Yes!!” Next thing I know, I get an email from Mindy inquiring about my services. When they booked me as their wedding photographer, I was so, so excited. Not only because Mindy and Tommy are awesome people, but because I had never been to San Diego before. Ever. We did their engagement session back in February so it was great to see them again a couple of weeks ago!
Their wedding took place at the beautiful Admiral Kidd Club. Mindy’s dad is a Captain in the Coast Guard (right, Mindy? Correct me if I’m wrong!) which allowed them access to this perfect wedding venue. The day started off a bit cool and overcast, and as Mindy and Tommy recited their vows, it somehow fit. It was romantic. Just as we were photographing their formals with their awesome (hilarious!) bridal party, the sun came out, creating the most perfect day. The speeches made were all witty, funny and heartfelt, and Mindy’s first dance with her daddy had literally everyone in tears, even me. Watching her mom as she watched her only child dance with her father…wow. My “mommy” heart sang with love.
At the end of the wedding, everyone noticed that Mindy & Tommy had disappeared. All of the guests were asked to go outside. I overheard someone joke, “What? Are they leaving on a sailboat?” and the photographer in me screamed, “Oh please!! I hope so!!” Well, what do you suppose they left on? You got it. A sailboat. Mindy not only executed her wedding to perfection (The details! The DIY! So impressive) but executed the most perfect, romantic exit for she and her new husband. Happily Ever After, Mindy & Tommy!!
Bre I LOVE these. I am really excited to meet you this weekend and have a new ILP friend that lives so close to me :)
therese…
You ROCKED these! Love all the detail shots! That sunglass shot is amazing – I can’t even pick a favorite. And a gorgeous couple to boot – love the processing, clarity – great work!
Totally rocked these!! Awesome work!!
They look like such a fun and happy couple! I loved looking through all of your detail shots as well as the emotion that you captured! These are awesome.
Your detail shots are amazing! The heels are so stunning. What fun group shots too- love them all!
These are gorgeous! Looks like such a fun wedding!
What a gorgeous wedding. I love the fun you captured and the priceless expressions. Great job and I am sure they will just love these.
wow what a gorgeous wedding and you captured the details and moments so well, I just love your creativity, and processing of these!
I love the way you capture weddings…you don’t miss anything!!! These are so fun and I can see how much everyone enjoyed this day. I love how you mix serious pictures with fresh and fun ones. Your rock weddings!!!!
Wow! These are all just stunning! Wonderful images!
Gorgeous captures, I feel like I attended the wedding. Great work!
lovely images! your PP rocks. and that last one is totally awesome, too!
Gorgeous work! You can really see what great fun this day was for the happy couple! Beautiful!
WOW, I was blown away by these shots! #9 is to die for! I really like #11 too! Great work!
what a fun wedding. love these!
Beautiful! Love the detail shots. Looks like a very fun couple!