©2015 Sun & Sparrow Photography // Enchanted Villa Montalvo wedding in San Jose
••• TELLING STORIES, SHARING LOVE •••
©2015 Sun & Sparrow Photography // Enchanted Villa Montalvo wedding in San Jose
©2015 Sun & Sparrow // Etherial Elopement in Palos Verdes
FROM THE BRIDE // Andy’s original plan was to propose during a trip to Europe we were discussing for the Fall, but we found out that we were having a little one in the Fall instead so plans got bumped up. We kept our ceremony small because we didn’t have the leisure of time and funds for a bigger ceremony, but we plan on having a bigger, more formal event after our daughter is born and we’ve had some time to settle into our new family life. Our smaller wedding experience was great! God truly blessed us with all those around us and we have so much love and gratitude for everyone who has been a part of our lives and our day. There were minor hiccups along the way and on the day, but the main focus of the day was celebrating in joy and love and it was undoubtedly achieved.
Our inspiration was God’s love. We had nearly missed this important point, but thankful God is faithful and helped us refocus on what is important and so we wanted to make sure our marriage started in celebrating in God’s love for us and to have our loved ones be a witness and to be apart of it. We chose the verse, “Therefore, what God has joined together, let no one separate,” to be displayed boldly at the alter, but the lettering didn’t hold up and so we had to forego it this time, but our pastor included it during the ceremony so we were happy. As for the styling of the wedding, we kept it sweet and simple. One of the important details I wanted to accomplish was having my favorite flower, the Ranunculus be apart of the wedding. Otherwise we didn’t really sweat over details and just chose the things we were naturally drawn to. My favorite, most memorable part of our wedding day was when Andy cried during the vows. I wasn’t expecting it and I was so moved by it. I will cherish that moment forever. I don’t know what you’re talking about. I didn’t cry.. It was sweat ;). Umm I think my favorite moment was probably the first look.
If I could give one piece of advice to all the future brides and grooms out there, don’t strive, expect and demand perfection. Murphy’s Law, anything that can go wrong, will go wrong and you can’t sweat the small stuff. Don’t miss out on enjoying the important things: family, friends and love. With that said, don’t settle either, if you know what you want, go for it, but know when to compromise and be flexible with changes and be open to suggestions.
I love being Andy’s wife. I love being called, “Mrs. Torres”. I love that we make even more of an effort to strengthen our relationship and stay God centered rather than just get comfortable and take each other for granted, and I pray that we will continue to do so even more after our daughter is born and life becomes a joyful chaos. Andy says that he loves being able to call me his wife and coming home to me everyday.
VENDORS: Coordinators: In Love Events // Photography: Sun & Sparrow // Flowers were acquired from the Original Los Angeles Flower Market and were arranged DIY style. // Rings: Modern Jewelry Mart in Torrance with the great help of Sam Pheng (best jeweler ever). // Cake: King’s Hawaiian by Luis MenendeZ // Dress and shoes were from Anthropologie // Grooms Suit: John Varvatos // Groom’s Shoes: To boot New York // Groom’s Belt: Ferragamo // DIY projects could not have been accomplished without the help by amazing friends: Danielle Taylor, Rochelle Taylor, Rhea Duncan and Tiffani Matsuura.
Mai is so beautiful! beautiful pictures.
WHAT WAS THE INSPIRATION BEHIND YOUR WEDDING? // Vintage 1920’s Speakeasy
WHAT WAS THE MOST MEMORABLE/FAVORITE PART ABOUT YOUR WEDDING DAY? // The Ceremony/ Exchanging Vows
WHY DID YOU CHOOSE SUN & SPARROW? // Beautiful photos and beautiful sisters! So easy to communicate with and work with. We wanted to have the best people to capture the best moments from our day and tell our story!
DID YOU DO ANY DIY PROJECTS? IF SO, WHAT? // Seating assignments through window-paned door // Printed guest name cards // Gold mercury glass candle votives // Chalk board table numbers // Flower centerpieces (purchase and set up courtesy of Nicole Alexandra Designs) // Chicken wire frame with drink menus (frame courtesy of Nicole Alexandra Designs)
DO YOU HAVE ANY ADVICE FOR BRIDES WHO ARE CURRENTLY IN THE PLANNING PROCESS? // My best advice is to “Do you and you will be fine.” We didn’t want to be traditional at all. It was important for the whole wedding to really feel like us. That’s why we did it the way we did. I loved every moment.
WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE PART OF BEING MARRIED NOW? // No more wedding planning! And now planning the rest of our lives together.
PLEASE MAKE SURE TO COMMENT BELOW AND TELL DANIEL & SHERRY HOW MUCH YOU LOVE THEM!
Beautiful! I noticed that Raul was smiling the most everytime Daniel was giving her a kiss! You two were fabulous and the pictures should be in a magazine!
Thank you for including us!
We love you!
Maria Y Paco!
Beautiful! I noticed that Raul was smiling the most everytime Daniel was giving her a kiss! You two were fabulous and the pictures should be in a magazine!
Thank you for including us!
We love you!
Maria Y Paco!
Its the beginning of July and I`m starting to think about Mini Sessions, WOO!! I`m going to have a number of my usual locations, but I have my eyes open for a couple of new ones. If there are any new spots that you might, can you let me know in the comments? I`m all ears!
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Never underestimate the magic that can happen from a first look
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Her parents got married during an eclipse with the theme "love you to the moon and back," So I couldn`t help but put her on the moon. It was just too fitting. This precious little one was absolutely perfect for her newborn session and I cannot get over her cuteness.
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When you get married during an eclipse, it only makes sense to walk over "Full Moon Bridge."
Courtney & Stephen, I will never get over your wedding. Im still in awe!
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