Love in Yosemite: A Real Wedding
Shannon and Ian met at the local hardware store where they both worked. From co-workers to friends, and eventually partners – they shared a special connection. A connection so special they decided to tie the knot and make things official a few years later. Putting their heads together during the planning process, the pair knew…
Read MoreTop 5 Instagrammable Destinations
We all dream of the moment: you’ve just married the love of your life, your dress was everything you’d dreamed it would be, and your pictures are stunning. Now, it’s time to post. It’s time to let everyone in your Instagram world see the work of your careful planning and the beginning of your life-long…
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We are Richard & Tracy.
Our style of documenting destination weddings would be categorized as lifestyle cinema. We strive to capture authentic moments without much directing. You won’t have to worry about acting or posing towards the camera but simply enjoying your wedding day and living in the moment.
Read MoreDr. Wilkinson’s Resort in California’s Wine Country
Amongst the rolling hills and valleys of California’s wine country sits a little treasure of a town, Calistoga. A little over a 30-minute drive from the Sonoma County Airport, Calistoga is home to hundreds of vineyards and wineries, many boutique wellness hotels, a handful of breweries, and locally owned and operated shops. This destination just…
Read MoreThe Ultimate Villa in Palm Springs
At the base of the San Jacinto mountains and at the heart of Palm Springs, you’ll find a gem of a historic hotel ideal for destination weddings – Villa Royale. This mission-revival-style-villa-meets-mid-century-modern property offers personality in abundance. With 37 distinct rooms, three pools, a rooftop terrace, an expansive event lawn, a delectable on-site restaurant and…
Read MorePalm Springs: Nothing But Blue Skies
Palm Springs is no doubt an idyllic destination for weddings. From the endless sunshine, perfect winter weather, stunning desert landscape and drivable proximity to many southwest cities, this California locale is an iconic hotspot for good reason. Azure Sky Hotel, a newly renovated adult-only micro-resort in the center of Palm Springs, was originally built in…
Read MoreA Catalina Island Wedding
Kevin and Gina had their Catalina Island wedding on a sunny September day. Thanks to Lovelyfest, we have the special honor of sharing their picture-perfect day with all of you. To get the full scope of the day and all the gorgeous decorations and details entailed with it, we have shared our interview with the…
Read MoreCarmel-by-the-Sea Real Wedding
Houstonians Lanie and Thomas met in high school and even went out on one date, but nothing came of it. Fast forward several years and the two are at the same college, The University of Texas at Austin. That’s when they got reconnected, remained friends, and finally began dating three years later! After the couple…
Read MoreHappy in Hillsborough: A Real Wedding
Kate and Kevin met in 2014 after matching on a dating app. They quickly realized they both grew up in the same area and had a bunch of mutual friends. It’s safe to say the couple hit it off because seven years later, they said “I do” at a private estate in Hillsborough, California. Actually,…
Read MoreA Seaside Space for LGBTQIA+ Nuptials
It’s June, which means it’s Pride Month! Ahead of the festivities, reaching out to share information on La Venta Inn, one of Southern California’s most beautiful and inclusive seaside venues that’s perfect for LGBTQIA+ couples looking to tie the knot in tranquility! Since reopening the historic property in late 2021 following a complete refresh, operator and exclusive caterer,…
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