Corpus Christi Catholic Church & Admiral Kidd Wedding in San Diego, California

Brittany & Alex’s wedding day started out a lot like how I would describe their personalities. Laid back, easy-going and full of joy. The moment Pat and I arrived to the beautiful bride’s getting ready location, Brittany was just starting her makeup. She gave me a big hug and exuded a true happiness that filled the room! Her bridesmaids were the sweetest and I couldn’t get enough of their fabulous matching robes. What amazed me the most was that a lot of the bridesmaids had known Brittany for 13 or more years! Talk about solid, life-long friendships. Love that!! You could tell Brittany and Alex really put a lot of time and thought into the small, special details of their wedding. They even had customized Nikes that had Mr. and Mrs. Manucal written on them! Amazing.

They shared an intimate, endearing first look at the exact same location that we did one of their engagement sessions! Their awesome (& totally good looking) bridal party joined shortly after to do a few bridal party portraits before we headed to the ceremony. The look on Alex’s face the moment they were pronouced husband and wife was absolutely priceless. You could tell how proud he was to finally call Brittany his wife!! And when I say “finally”…I really mean it! They met in their 7th grade band class together!

As the day went on and the party started, I began to learn a completely new side to Alex and Brittany throughout the reception. And let me tell you, I was seriously impressed and amazed! Alex (who always had this soft, gentle and kind spirit) revealed his killer dance moves and even surprised Brittany with a choreographed dance alongside his groomsmen. I think the entire room was shocked and impressed as well!! They totally nailed it. Surrounded by all their family and friends, you could tell what an unforgettable night it was for the two of them. And I’m so happy it was. Brittany & Alex, you are two of the kindest people I have ever met and deserve nothing but the best. I’m so happy for you and so honored to have been chosen to capture these memories for you. Congrats Mr. & Mrs. Manucal!! xoxo

Thank you to the incredibly talented vendor team!
Planner: Rinna Morales
Makeup: Kristine Davis
Hair: Angela Danielle
Video: Jason and Mary
DJ: DJ Wrex
MC: Mitchell De Guzman
Ceremony Venue: Corpus Christi Catholic Church
Reception Venue: Admiral Kidd
Photo: Charissa Magno