Thursday Club Wedding: Jacque and James, Part Two

After Part I of Jacque and James' wedding day, these two were ready for their ceremony and reception at The Thursday Club, all coordinated by the lovely Courtney of Breezy Day Weddings.

One of the way in which Jacque, James, and I bonded was over our mutual love for travel, so I was beyond excited to hear that their Thursday Club reception would be travel themed! With paper airplane nameplates and photos commemorating many of the global locations they have visited together, Heather of Breezy Day Florals completed the decor with her magical floral touches!

Before walking into this gorgeous reception that would later turn into an awesome dance party, Jacque and James requested sunset photos at Sunset Cliffs. With one last chance of taking in the day together, just them two, I encouraged them to take in what they saw, what they smelled, what they heard. Whenever they wanted to be transported back to this day and all of the wonderful feelings that came along with it, they can tap on the memory of these senses. 

Jacque and James, you know I adore you! When a Type A couple meets and Type A photographer, we are a match made in heaven! I will forever be grateful that you allowed me to document your day, will adore you forever for being so organized and sharing a similar vision as me, and I do want to visit you in Chicago one day :) xo, Evelyn

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Photography: Evelyn Molina Photography | Getting Ready Location: Kona Kai Resort San Diego | Ceremony and Reception Location: The Thursday Club | Event Coordination: Breezy Day Weddings | Floral Design: Breezy Day Florals | Cake: Babycakes | Hair & Make up: Refined Beauty Inc

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Thursday Club Wedding: Jacque and James, Part One

San Diego Surf Inspired Session: Hannah and Casey

Casey asked, "Did we move to San Diego and become models?" and I replied while laughing with, "Yes, Casey, yes you did!" Let me back up: Hannah and Casey moved to San Diego from Milwaukee via San Antonio and to their surprise, really took to surfing! I have been wanting to shoot a surf inspired session and these two were the perfect models: FUN, in love, and willing to show me all of their bathing suits so we could pick out the best match!

Hannah and Casey, I'm so happy to have you in San Diego! Hannah, you know I can’t remember life without you HAHA! Can't wait to do this again ;) xo, Evmo

La Jolla Maternity Session: Estrella and Estevan

I saw Estevan cheering his fiance Estrella on from his seat as she gave her Maid of Honor speech at her best friend Estee’s wedding, which I was photographing. I remember Esteban whisking Estrella off her feet on the dance floor and how they emitted happiness and this deep love for each other that was warm and genuine. I remember thinking, “Aww, they look like they have a lot of fun!” Good people attract good people, so it’s no surprise that my couples have amazing friends and family I get to be around all day.

Fast forward to today and Esteban is no longer a fiance but rather a husband, and Estrella is expecting their first child, a baby girl! When they approached me to document this very special time in their lives, I of course said yes. With a combination of land and sea, La Jolla was the perfect place for Estrella and Estevan’s maternity portrait session. Estrella loves the water, so ending on the beach at sunset was perfect!

Estrella and Estevan, I adore you both and cannot wait to hear all about parenthood! You will make phenomenal parents! Can’t wait to meet Baby E! xo, Evelyn

Japanese Friendship Garden Wedding: Lori and Joe

Japan holds a special place in both Lori and Joe's hearts: Japan is where they took a luxurious and enchanting trip that had them both fall in love with the country and Japanese culture! Both lovers of international travel way before meeting each other, Lori and Joe wanted to recount their wonderful trip, so the Japanese Friendship Garden in Balboa Park was the perfect backdrop for their intimate fall wedding in San Diego!

Joe and Lori were married amongst family and friends and incorporated the Celtic tradition of handfasting into their ceremony before celebrating with a travel themed reception! With gorgeous florals by Ranch Events, each table was themed with a specific country! So cute!!

Lori and Joe, I love your sense for adventure and wish your future is full of more travels together! Thank you for trusting me to document your day! xo, Evelyn

La Jolla Scripps Engagement Session: Melissa and Chris

To find a home away from home is quite special: Melissa, a California native and one time San Diego resident, found a ‘home’ with Chris in Chicago, where they are both medical students. Having braved countless classes, exams, and winters together, they are uniting their friends and family for a destination wedding in sunny San Diego! What better backdrop for their engagement session? A mix of land and sea…or beach, I should say! Melissa and Chris chose a classic San Diego beach session in La Jolla with Torrey Pines in the background. Scripps Beach is one of my personal favorites beaches in La Jolla because you walk and walk for what seems forever, and my favorite thing about these two: they are FUN! Melissa and Chris are all smiles and laughs!

Melissa and Chris, I am SO excited to be documenting your wedding this upcoming fall! I love your positive energy and infectious laughter! xo - Evelyn