Reina & Matt :: Malibu West Beach Club Wedding

I'd like to share with you Reina and Matt's lovely Malibu West Beach Club Wedding. The weather was just perfect for this ocean view wedding. The waves were crashing and the pelicans were flying as Matt and Reina's love letters were read by their officiant during the heartfelt ceremony. Afterwards, we took advantage of the gorgeous light at sunset to take some romantic photos on the beach. Then, Reina and Matt partied the night away with their closest friends and family.

Matt and Reina opted for a First Look out on the balcony.

Reina has the most beautiful blue eyes. What a gorgeous girl.

Matt has some gorgeous baby blues too. So handsome.

Email me at rachel@rachelmccauley.com if you'd like to have me at your wedding.

xo, Rachel

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Second shooter: David Sno

Ceremony/reception location: Malibu West Beach Club

Officiant: Rev. Barbara Laughray

Photo Booth: C2 Photo Booth

Karina and Andrei :: Los Angeles Palihouse Wedding

Karina and Andrei married at the beautiful St Brendan's Church in Los Angeles. Their very closest family and friends were in attendance to witness this couple tie the knot. After the ceremony Karina and Andrei jumped into a vintage Mercedes and drove to a very LA palm tree lined street where my second shooter, David Sno, and I got some amazing shots of this gorgeous couple. They were both just so natural in front of the camera and their happiness was contagious. We all had a fun and relaxed time.

Their intimate reception was held at the Palihouse in West Hollywood. Karina and Andrei wanted something different and simple. They threw out all the traditional wedding activities and kept in what was most important to them. There was no dances, no tosses, no wedding cake. Instead, the guests were treated to a truly delicious 3 course meal, heartfelt toasts, happy tears and many laughs.

Congratulations to Karina and Andrei!

I love all the details put together by the bride. From the soft pinks to the grey colors, the big bow ties and the TOMS on the ring bearers, the simple flower boutonnieres and the polka-dotted handkerchiefs worn by the groomsmen and don't get me started on all the girl's shoes. It all came together perfectly.

GORGEOUS!

One of my favorites from the day.

Andrei looked so dapper in his suit.

Playing foosball in her wedding gown. I love my brides.

Andrei's father's toast had everyone laughing.

Karina's Maid of Honor's toast had everyone crying.

Enjoying their same-day slideshow I put together for them on an iPad.

Palihouse has a wonderful view of West Hollywood from their rooftop.

Contact me at rachel@rachelmccauley.com if you'd like me to be at your wedding. xo, Rachel

Joy & Aaron :: Wedding at The Victorian in Santa Monica

Family and friends came from all over the world to witness the union of Joy & Aaron. This wedding particularly reminded me that even though this day is about the bride and groom, it also is very much about the families too. It was an amazing experience to see 2 groups of people normally divided by oceans and continents become one.

Joy made all the beautiful details herself. I adored her use of vintage books for table numbers and The Victorian in Santa Monica was the perfect setting, especially the library. One of my favorite moments was during the ceremony when Aaron was overcome with emotion upon seeing his bride. At this wedding I was the second shooter for Allison Maginn and she captured Aaron's reaction perfectly over here on her blog.

Thanks Allison for having me along! I had a wonderful time documenting the love between these two.

 Congratulations to Joy & Aaron!

E-mail me at rachel@rachelmccauley.com if you'd like to have me at your wedding.

xo

Rachel