Audriana and Dan’s Stinson Beach wedding was a testament to their resilience and unwavering positive attitudes. Originally planned to tie the knot tucked away in the mountains in June 2020, their first ceremony had to be modified and rescheduled due to the pandemic. But the couple didn’t let that get in the way of their love and happiness. 

Phase 1 – They reimagined their wedding day with a picnic-style, intimate ceremony on Rodeo Beach in the bay area, surrounded by their closest family and friends in November 2021. Audriana looked like a beach goddess in her stunning two-piece ensemble, and the crashing waves in the background added to the romantic ambiance.

but what I want to share with you today??

Is PART DEUX!

Fast forward to 2022 – the FULL SEND of a second celebration! 

The couple finally got to celebrate their marriage with their whole crew at the Stinson Beach Community Center, just across the street from the coastline. 

We started the day here – right on Stinson Beach with the gang 🙂 bare feet in the sand, the day was overcast perfection *the fog gods doth provide* lol

Like seriously. LOOK AT THIS. The most perfect lighting for daytime beach photos, you could not ask for a better day. Utter perfection.

Below – Arrangements by “Gorgeous and Green,” matching the petals adorning the brides crown. The unique, modern bouquet held by Audriana peppered the tables with a  pop of bright colors and draping blossoms.

As the bride and groom stole away for some private portraits, a classic school bus awaited them for the next part of their adventure – To the Stinson Beach Community Center! Where friends and fam and snacks galore await 🙂

The Stinson Beach Community Center was the perfect indoor/outdoor venue for the couple’s dream reception. The high wooden ceiling and patio with coastal plants and Edison lights set the perfect ambiance for sipping cocktails in the coastal air. The dining room was even more beautifully decorated, with bursts of vibrance from floral

Oh ya, and the bride got some fresh ink!

See photo below and check out these guest’s reaction when they see the masterpiece for the first time!! haha 

Aud + Dan snuck off with me for one last bit of mellow alone time, to take some slow, intimate portraits away from the party energy. Just a 4 minute walk up the road, a secluded bridge right off the trail was a perfect spot to settle in.

Taking some big deep breathes, slow kisses, soaking each other in, and taking a few minutes to absorb the day. These remain some of my favorite portraits I’ve taken to date. I’ll never forget how wrapped up in each other these two were.

You two are a dream.

The couple had a special surprise for their guests – a video playing on a projector of their beach wedding vows. As they reenacted the moment in the doorway of the Stinson Beach Community Center, everyone got to relive the moment together. It was the sweetest thing ever.

And of course, no wedding is complete without an epic dance party! (My favorite part of the night 😉

Audriana and Dan tore up the dance floor with their guests, ending the night on a high note. Their love story on the Northern California coast was nothing short of magical, and we were honored to capture it all.

PARTY ON, BABYYY!!

Special thanks to all these vendors that made this day epic:

Annie Green of Small Blue Planet Events made everything run smoothly, Port Side Platters created a beautiful grazing board and appetizers, Davey Jones Deli provided the most DELICIOUS paella this side of the Mississippi for both veggie and meat eaters alike, Gorgeous and Green made STUNNING bouquets and an ethereal bridal flower crown that I can’t stop talking about, and Bright Event Rentals provided comfortable spots for out tush’s and dinner set up that brought the glam.

 Last but not least, I want to thank Stinson Beach Community Center for hosting such a memorable celebration! Thank you all for being a part of this special day!