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The Pronghorn in Bend, Oregon

March 02, 2009 in Destination Weddings, Weddings

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@christinamcneill

I photograph all kinds of weddings, from elopements (so small that I’m the witness!), to really big events, and sometimes I luck out with clients that want something elegant, intimate, but still having that cool San Francisco vibe! Sara & Tyler’s #sanfranciscocityhall ceremony and reception at @topofthemarksf and @pizzadelpopolo was no exception, and perfectly them. Their energy was easy and effortless which allowed for the story to unfold in such a beautiful and meaningful way; from their mama’s signing their marriage license, to the sweet moments between the bride and her father post ceremony, the magic light as we walked the top of Nob Hill to Top of The Mark… it was warm, cozy and real, just the way I like it. See more on my blog now ❤️❤️Thank you Sara & Tyler for having me! P.S. Sara made her own bouquet and I think that’s so fab! #makeitmeaningful .
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Saucy guests are my fave! Life’s too short not to have a good time, #amirite? All shot on my #holga because who doesn’t love a plastic camera?! Swipe right to see little snippets of Stephanie & Evan’s wedding reception... good times. xo @stephconverse @asavvyevent @calistogaranch .
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It was pretty magical in person. Killer design by @jessetombs of @alison_events. Floral Design by @nataliebdesigns, hanging lanterns by @theonicollection, custom structure by @hensleyeventresources. Photo by me 🤩
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To be fully immersed in meaningful traditions is probably what I love most about photographing weddings. Darby & Evan’s hora was ELECTRIC and when I look through the photos it instantly takes me back. CHILLS. Feeling so much gratitude to my amazing clients for bringing me into their closest circle (literally and figuratively). I live for these special moments—swipe to see what I mean! Groom’s dad’s reaction is ✨. Event Planning & Design @unveiledhawaii xoxo @onrussellstreet @dar_bey.
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@unveiledhawaii designed the most inviting and vibrant seaside lounge for Darby & Evan’s Maui wedding! You can see more of their gorgeous wedding on @martha_weddings, or on my site! xoxo Florals: @mandygracedesigns, rentals: @inspirationhawaii xo @setmaui @celebrationsmaui .
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Feeling the pink vibes lately, wait, who am I kidding, I always love pink! Also, carnations are really beautiful and I hope to see more of them. Thanks for your creative magic @loopflowers! Swipe right to see how we made this arrangement a little more whimsical. And have I mentioned lately how much I looooove shooting flowers? 😘
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For some people the mountains, the great outdoors is where they go for solace, but for me it will always be the ocean. Maybe because I grew up in a beach town, or that I’ve always been near the water, or maybe because the lingering sounds of crashing waves is peaceful, either way, the ocean, the sea, whatever you may call it, is my happy place. What’s yours? Also, see ya later mercury retrograde! 🤪 From a trip to Playa del Carmen, Mexico. Taken with my #hasselblad500cm. #slowitdown

A portrait of Michelle on her wedding day. Gown by @sarahseven, floral design: @ampersand_sf @meesh_lowry .
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So excited to see Darby & Evan’s wedding I photographed featured on @martha_weddings today! Both living in San Francisco, Darby & Evan chose a halfway point for their celebration, she from Kansas and he from Australia. An elegant and eclectic beachy vibe with pops of fuchsia, magenta and peaches, and my favorite, #bougainvillea! Pop on over to my stories to see the feature. Will share more on my blog soon! xoxo @unveiledhawaii @mandygracedesigns .
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If there’s one thing you should know about me it’s that family is my number one. My little brother (19) just had a baby, so I went ‘home’ to San Diego to visit my new niece. She’s the most perfect little baby I have ever met. And, shh, don’t tell my other nieces and nephew I said that. .
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I don’t shoot family photos often, mainly because if you’re looking for a perfectly “posed’ photo I’m not your girl. It’s the real slice of life that's my jam. Those real life vibes echo how I photograph weddings. . .
Moments like these are so fleeting. My grandparents are getting older; my mom and step dad will soon be empty nesters; and my little brother, his new wife (they married 12/26!) and their new baby will be leaving for Alaska in a couple weeks (baby brother just completed tech school in the Air Force). Who knows where our lives will go, but this family time I had was priceless. I have photos of my great-grandma holding chubby me and now my sweet niece (still waiting for the chub to roll in) gets the same benefit with my grandma (her GG). And that makes me ridiculously happy. .
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Welcome to the world Cattleya Alexandrovna Diana Zenski. Aunt Chrissy loves you so much! #hasselblad500cm #whatreallymatters

I’m spending time today reflecting on the past several months, many triumphs, lessons and things to be grateful for. Photographing Stephanie & Evan’s wedding at Calistoga Ranch was one of them. Love this elegant Fall vibe designed by @asecourtney @asavvyevent @revelfloral. xoxo @calistogaranch @stephconverse .
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...because to me my work, my worth is about capturing what the magic of your wedding felt like. Twenty, Thirty, Forty, FIFTY years down the road, the thing you’ll remember the most is how you felt. // Michelle and Alex, I will never forget you two, the way you made me feel on your wedding day, and the love you had for your fur babies. Unforgettable wedding. Unforgettable clients. xo @barndivahealdsburg .
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