Lakeside wedding at The Lodge at Malibou Lake // Robin & Jen
Lakeside wedding at The Lodge at Malibou Lake // @2019 Sun & Sparrow Malibu Wedding Photography
1. Describe your how you felt on your wedding morning, all the anticipation and the love. What were you most looking forward to in the beginning of your day.
Robin: I was a bit nervous, cold, stuck in traffic and a bit late. I had anxiety about my tie because I still didn’t know how to tie a tie. I didn’t know how to deal with the pocket square. I had never worn cuff links. This was one of the few times I had ever worn a suit. I felt uncomfortable and then finally when I saw my beautiful bride, Jen, I knew everything was going to be okay.
Jen: I was crossing my fingers for the rain to stop but also nervous about my vows. However, the time passed by so quickly, I hardly had time to think about anything. I think I just wanted everything to start and be able to see everyone we loved in one room. I was ready to see Robin.
2. Did you have a ‘first look’ or a ‘walk down the aisle’ moment? How did you feel when you saw your significant other for the first time?
Robin: I thought that’s the most beautiful bride here tonight by far…
Jen: When I saw Robin, I thought to myself, “Finally”. Even though we had just been apart for a few hours, it was comforting to be with him on our wedding day. Seeing him put me at ease and made me feel ready to start the day.
3. What was your favorite moment/story from your wedding day?
Jen: My favorite moment was when our flower girl, Sienna, refused to walk down the aisle. I loved how her dad improvised and threw the flowers for her. Having everyone laugh brings a smile to my face. I also loved hearing Robin’s vows- his writing was so beautiful and touching. I was in awe of his writing skills, although not surprised! It was nice to reminisce about the beginning of our story and the adventures we have been through.
Robin: My favorite moment was standing at the end of the aisle and hearing Blackbird by the Beatles (instrumental) start playing and then I saw Jen walking down the aisle. It was like my 2 favorite things happening all at once in front of all my beloved family and friends. It’s as if my whole life was “waiting for this moment”- just like in the song, and then the most important moment in my life occurred.
4. How did your day most feel like a fairytale?
Jen: Hearing all the speeches and realising how much effort and thought my dad and our siblings put into each speech was so heart-warming. I don’t think people often express how they feel to one another but on that day, we were able to share our feelings so candidly and loving with one another. It is so beautiful to see everyone come together with so much joy.
Robin: The day felt like a fairytale because all of the people from different times in my life, came together for the first time, and celebrated this significant moment in our life. There is something special in the joining of two families and two lives.
This first look at Hug point was perfectly THEM... Their romance, intimate connection mixed with their vibrantly silly, energetic personalities came fully to life. And the best part was their WHOLE entourage peeking over the rock ledge just around the corner couldn`t have been more appropriate for their story. I smlied the whole day watching it all unfold and as I learned about who they truly are: adventurous, Wildly loving, and party animals!!
I cannot believe I haven`t shared more about this day. Danny & Camille fully soaked in their wedding at Hug Point and Cannon Beach, two of the most beautiful locations on the west coast.
Danny & Camille, I love you and your ever expanding love that you have for the people around you. Thank you for sharing it with me.
I treat your photos like they’re the only copy on earth. Because on your wedding day, they are. 🌏💎
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Kelley and Voltaire had me in tears by the end of the day. First, I walked in impressed my their decor, hanging flowers throughout the building, and then a wildflower aisle way. What...!? I was in love. That was the first thing I wasn`t expecting. My jaw was on the floor...
But what got me, was how beautiful their stories were, how loving their group was, and how great the connection was between all of the people that surrounded them warmed the space. Dont get me wrong, I`m always impressed with a wedding drenched in amazing artitry by my favorite vendors (shout out to @brightblueevents and @theflowerlab at @calamigosevents), but when I walk out of a wedding seeing the connection that a group has and the unwavering support and unconditional love such a large group can have for each other, I`m left just blown away.
Kelley &,Voltaire, thank yoi for sharing these incredible moments with your crew. I feel so grateful you chose me to document it.
If you know me, you know I love a good "Tiny people, big nature" Moment.
Jenna & Tommy totally went with it for their wedding portrait session at their gorgeous venue, Rancho Vista De Dios and the space didnt just call for it, it screamed it. We ended this session with this incredible sunset and lots of landscpe from this beautiful space.
