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Ashley // Elegant Palos Verdes maternity photographer

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Fairytale inspired maternity session //  Elegant Palos Verdes maternity photographer  // ©2018 Sun & Sparrow Los Angeles maternity photographers

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    Chris & Monica // Romantic Palos Verdes engagement

    Romantic Palos Verdes engagement // ©2016 Sun & Sparrow Palos Verdes engagement photography

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    Christopher and Monica met in Scottsdale, Arizona at a casino one lucky Sunday afternoon and instantly became good friends. Monica who grew up overseas as the daughter of a Chef has always kept food close to her heart both in profession and pleasure, while Christopher gained his culinary chops in some of the best restaurants in Chicago. Christopher quickly became enticed by Monica’s quick wit, her vast repository of literary and pop-culture knowledge, and of course her beauty. He knew quickly that only she was for him. Monica found Christopher equally charming, a rare breed of man, a handsome old soul who poured his heart into his brilliant writing and cooking and had an unbridled passion for music. They spent many a night looking at each across from restaurant dining tables and sharing laughs in between sips of wine. They continued to grow in their friendship and passion for each other, but unfortunately, their paths would take them separate ways when Christopher left for grad school in Chicago and Monica left for Los Angeles. But the best was yet to come.
     
    While maintaining a friendship over 3,500 miles would cause most to grow distant, for Christopher and Monica it actually made them much closer. One night while musing over their current physical separation, Christopher declared that he no longer just “wanted” to see Monica but “needed” to see her. The next day he bought the first non-stop plane ticket from Chicago to California. It was during that spontaneous weekend trip in San Diego that Monica and Christopher’s romance began to blossom and they first expressed their love for each other.
     
    After a few more months of dating long-distance and frequent trips back-and-forth, Christopher invited Monica to Maui for Christmas. While on the island, Christopher enacted a plan to ensure that Monica and he wouldn’t have to spend much more time apart. On December 19th, 2014 after a sunny day on the white shores drinking Hawaiian beer and planning a future together, Christopher asked Monica to join him to watch the Pacific sunset. Monica was running late, as usual, but when she arrived outdoors, Christopher was just standing there patiently and smiling. Holding a glass of red wine, he extended his hand for her to come join him. As her hand reached his, “These Arms of Mine” by Otis Redding started to play from Christopher’s carefully planned playlist. A long-time favorite song of the couple Christopher drew her close and asked if he could have this dance. To the sounds of the King of Southern Soul, the smells of sweet plumeria, and a golden fiery sunset, Christopher got down on bended knee and asked Monica to be his dance partner for the rest of their life. He told her she was someone that he wanted to spend every morning and moment with, and never another day apart. Through many joyful tears and soft kisses, Monica hugged him and exclaimed “Yes!”. They both realized that although life is often carefully planned, the best things are the unexpected and unconditional things that forever change your plans.

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    Jimmy & Jennifer // Enchanted Villa Montalvo wedding in San Jose

    ©2015 Sun & Sparrow Photography // Enchanted Villa Montalvo wedding in San Jose

    Jimmy and I wanted our wedding decor to include things from our family heritage as well as make it very romantic and magical. I love romance and Shakespeare. My favorite moment of my wedding day was when I was preparing to walk down the aisle to meet my husband in front of our families and friends. I remember being super nervous and excited waiting for that moment. Even though we’ve been together for almost 10 years, I still felt the butterflies in my stomach and had the sweaty palms. 
     
    Photography was the most important to us because the memories captured will last us a lifetime. I want to show my future children and grandchildren our photos. When we were researching photographers, we wanted someone who not only fit the style we wanted, but someone we are comfortable with. Tiffani and Ellie are both wonderful and would do anything to make sure you get all the important moments during your big day! My advice for brides-to-be who are currently in the planning process is to make sure you find a great photographer. Your wedding is only a day, but the memories captured will last forever. 
     
    MY VENDORS // 
    CINEMATOGRAPHY: MiCha Videography (http://www.michavideography.com)
    CAKE: Sweet Tooth Confections (http://www.sweettoothconfections.net
    MAKEUP & HAIR: Faces by Emily (http://www.facesbyemily.com)
    VENUE: Villa Montalvo (http://montalvoarts.org)
    BRIDE’S DRESS: Martina Liana (http://www.martinaliana.com)
    BRIDAL SHOES: Badgley Mischka (http://www.badgleymischka.com)
    GOLD LEAVE HEADPIECE: Acute Designs (https://www.etsy.com/shop/AcuteDesigns)
    BRIDESMAIDS’ DRESSES: Badgley Mischka (https://www.renttherunway.com
    FLORAL DESIGN: Tanjeeryn Designs (http://www.tanjeeryn-designs.com)
    EVENT DESIGN: Magic Moment Wedding Decor (http://www.magicmomentwedding.com)
    DJ: Victor Cape
    GROOM & GROOMSMEN’S ATTIRE: Bar III (https://www.macys.com)
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      Thomas & Jennifer // Calamigos Ranch engagement photographer

      FROM THE BRIDE  //

      Thomas and I started off as roommates. The first day we met, there was a great level of comfort that we both instantly felt; as if we had already known each other for years. During the first year of us living together, we got to know one another very well; each other’s routines, interests, likes, dislikes, and of course, bad habits. There was definitely a strong and genuine friendship that had developed. At that time, it was nothing more; I was dating someone else and Thomas was beyond content with the bachelor-life.

      It was at the tail-end of our first year of living together that things took a turn. One night, after coming home from Christmas shopping, Thomas asked if we could talk. He looked nervous; as his arms were crossed, his hands started to shake. I was a bit concerned. It was then that he asked me the one question that I never thought he would ask; “How would you feel about going on a date with me?” It was completely unexpected. It took me a little while to realize what had just happened. I eventually came to find out that Thomas discovered his feelings towards me during a boy’s surfing trip to Costa Rica. “I was thinking of you and I missed you,” he said. (Admittedly– there was always a part of me that would think about our compatibility.) Three years later (December 2014), he proposed on Christmas day; just around the time that he first asked me out on a first date. As anyone would imagine, it was a Christmas that I will always cherish.

      PLEASE COMMENT BELOW TO TELL THESE TWO HOW MUCH YOU LOVE THEM!

      ©2014 Sun & Sparrow Photogaphers // Calamigos Ranch engagement photographer

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