Miranda & Jake- what a beautiful couple, and what a beautiful wedding!  I knew that when I did their engagement session back in July that I would love their wedding, and they did not disappoint!  Miranda’s mother, Lisa Pimentel Johnson is an experienced wedding coordinator, and did a fantastic job of pulling off the lovely Anthropologie-theme of the day.  Miranda’s colors were grey and yellow (ah, my faves!), and she had her bridesmaids wear their choice of grey dresses paired with yellow shoes.  Miranda herself wore a gorgeous ivory gown with bright red Sam Edelman flats and turquoise fabric flowers.  The venue suited the bride and groom perfectly, with its brightly colored houses and furniture with vintage appeal.  The reception set up was great- long rows of tables and ‘farmer’s market’ florals in little glass vases, along with a variety of brightly colored and patterned cloth napkins and bunting flags to match.  Miranda’s brother, Graeme, handled the videography (with the talents of Ryan Swearingen) and acted as man-of-honor at the same time!  The ceremony was full of emotion and sincerity and I loved how Miranda & her father took their time to walk down the aisle.  It was so nice to see Jake and Miranda taking everything in.  One of my favorite parts of the day that I photographed was the cake cutting.  Jake and Miranda had a delicious cheesecake (topped with the cutest bride-mouse and groom-mouse!) for just the two of them.  Capturing Jake accidentally dropping a small piece of cheesecake into Miranda’s dress, and then kissing some cheesecake off her nose was priceless (you an see the images below).  Cheers to the newlyweds!

Officiant: Dave Berry

My second shooter: Cheryl Tivar (check out her awesome images below!)

Wedding Location: Flying Caballos Guest Ranch, San Luis Obispo

Videography: Graeme Johnson

Ceremony Musician: Molly Mertans

Reception DJ: Ish Abdullah

Florals: April Flowers (April Peet)

Hair & Makeup: Ahshe Day Spa & Salon, San Luis Obispo

 

Mirelle Carmichael is an award-winning fine art photographer based in San Diego and Santa Barbara County. She specializes in high-quality publication-worthy photography for weddings, special events, and editorials. Mirelle Carmichael Photography also offers year-round family photography and portraits throughout Southern California.