“I love you without knowing how, or when, or from where. I love you straightforwardly, without complexities or pride; so I love you because I know no other way.” — Pablo Neruda

It was a beautiful fall day  and the weather couldn’t have been more perfect in Pismo Beach, California as family and friends came together to witness the very intimate and beautiful wedding of Michelle and Vincent at Guiseppe’s garden.   I have never had a bride who was so calm and collected all day….like she knew this was her destiny and she was going forward with all the confidence in the world.  And I have to say Vincent was the same way.  It was a beautiful peaceful synergy and it was incredible to see.  And an absolute dream to shoot.  Their happiness shows…

Michelle’s best girlfriends (who were an absolute riot) from grade-school did not miss the event and we even took a few fun photos of these childhood friends.  Michelle and Vince’s family and friends were gracious.  The night flowed perfectly.  I can’t really  explain the peace, love, happiness and absolute joy that enveloped these two all day long except in these 5 words:  there was no other way.

And at the end of this night when I was putting away my gear and I began to feel tired, I took a deep breath and thought to myself, ” Wow. I really am a lucky girl.”  It never ceases to amaze me at that I get to be a part of the beginning of a couple’s life together.  This day was not an exception….Thank you, Michelle and Vincent.  It truly was an honor.   Here are a few from the day….