Mission San Juan Capistrano
26801 Ortega Hwy
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
(949) 234-1300

I always let me clients choose the location for their engagement pictures. It keeps my photography fresh and creative, and also helps relax the couple. Greg and Olga were a little nervous about the pictures, but Olga’s constant giggles made for a lot of fun. We ended up with a great set of pictures on an absolutely beautiful day. The foliage and flowers at Mission San Juan Capistrano were blooming like I had never seen before . . .

St. Regis Monarch Beach
One Monarch Beach Resort
Dana Point, CA 92629
(949) 234-3200

Once again, back at the mesmerising St. Regis Resort and Spa in Monarch Beach, Dana Point. Dayna Lewis from A Very Special Day coordinated this event with Stephanie and Mike, a very solid Orange County couple . . .

Stephanie had a beautiful Pronovias gown which she customized with white ostrich feathers . . .



The florist also used the white ostrich feathers for the luscious bouquet . . .


There must be at least five ceremony locations at the St. Regis. Stephanie and Mike chose the more private Pacific Lawn (on the south end of the resort) . . .





The very recognizable grand staircase . . .

The rest of the evening was filled with shot glasses made out of ice, TONS of crazy dancing, and a delicious cake!

A party to remember, thanks Stephanie and Mike.

St. Regis Monarch Beach
One Monarch Beach Resort
Dana Point, CA 92629
(949) 234-3200

I regularly hear from couples that one of the hardest parts about planning the wedding is cutting down the guest list. Do you think you can get it down to less than 40??? Bob and Keli got married at the intimate botanical garden of the St. Regis Monarch Beach, with a guest list of less than 35 (including children)! Here is a sample from their wonderful day with a small group of friends and family . . .

A beautiful wedding gazebo sits in the midst of Greek statues and beautifully manicured gardens, all overlooking palm trees, the Monarch Beach golf course, and then the Pacific Ocean. . . . can you handle it?




Bob and Keli had their reception in the Wine Cellar of the St. Regis. “The ultimate private dining venue with 100-year-old French paved flooring and stone walls creating a cellar-like ambience; mahogany and custom iron furnishings; wine inventory of 10,000 bottles from around the world and tasting table.” This room holds 50 guests max.

No kidding . . . sunset overlooking Monarch Beach! This shot was taken from the grounds of the awesome St. Regis . . .

Mariners Church
5001 Newport Coast Drive
Irvine, CA 92603
(949) 854-7600

Strawberry Farms Golf Club
11 Strawberry Farms Road
Irvine, CA 92612
(949) 551-1811

Amber and Nathanael are a wonderfully chill, young couple. They met at Biola University, learning about GOD and sharing their love of music together. Amber did a great job setting up her wedding day – getting ready at Mom and Dad’s house, ceremony at the new chapel at Mariners Church in Irvine, and then a perfect reception at Strawberry Farms Golf Club right down the street. Flowers by This Old Garden Gallery in Tustin . . .


This first picture of the new Mariners wedding chapel looks almost like a painting. I used a technique called High Dynamic Range photography (HDR) to bring out more colors and more details . . .

I’ve mentioned this before, but Strawberry Farms doesn’t feel like it belongs in Orange County. In a county that is known more for it’s beaches, here is a real working farm that you can get married at!




Some reception details . . .

First dance . . .

A paparazzi series . . .

What a sweet wedding day in the heart of Orange County! See you around, Amber and Nathanael!

Hoffmann is a preferred vendor at Strawberry Farms Golf Club and has photographed several events there