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Coyote Hills Wedding Photographer // Leanne + Chris

As a wedding photographer, there’s nothing more refreshing than a bride and groom who don’t sweat the small stuff. Even with cloudy skies and the threat of rain looming overhead, Leanne and Chris had nothing but smiles on their faces all day long. After getting to know their families, it’s no wonder these two are such kind and easy-going souls. And another thing, how stinkin’ cute are they?! I couldn’t have asked for a better couple and a more wonderful wedding day.

Side-note: You may recognize Leanne’s bridesmaid, Staci, whose wedding I shot last year. I’ll also be shooting Chris’ best-man’s wedding in October. There’s no better feeling than having your couples trust you so much that their friend’s can’t help but do the same.:)

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Rancho Las Lomas Wedding Photographer // Ashley + Tony

What’s that you say? An actual blog post?! Yes, it’s true. I am dusting off this blog and finally posting some of the awesome weddings and shoots I’ve been photographing this season. This one is especially awesome! One of my favorite venues to date, Rancho Las Lomas is a photographer’s dream. Wild animals, orange groves, spanish architecture, and of course, with a stunning couple like Ashley and Tony AND amazing florals by Sea of Blossoms, I couldn’t help but crush hard on this wedding. It was one of those wedding days where my finger didn’t leave my shutter once. There were some very talented vendors behind the scenes on Ashley and Tony’s big day, and the results were just pure magic.

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A big congrats to the new Mr. & Mrs. Grijalva!!!

June 10, 2013 - 11:57 am

Kaysha - soo pretty! love all the colors and that ring shot is killer!! ;)

June 10, 2013 - 12:49 pm

Alyssa Cerda - Beautiful!!! <3

Mother’s Day Mini Session // Feduska & Christy Family

It always gives me the warm and fuzzies when couples from past weddings continue to hire me for their future photography needs. You may recognize Katherine and Willy from their Strawberry Farms wedding that was recently featured on Style Me Pretty. This time they brought along Katherine’s brother, sister-in-law, and adorable baby nephew for a mini session to surprise their mom with on Mother’s Day. By the way, if you waited until last minute to get a gift for mom, I still have a few spots open for my Mother’s Day mini sessions, so get it together and be a good child.;)

I just love everything about this shoot and these couples, but little Luke definitely steals the show. Can’t get enough of those chubby baby legs.

Email me to book your mini session: info@brandiwellesphotographer.com

Modern industrial spring wedding inspiration // A styled shoot

When 2013 arrived, it was a little bittersweet. On one hand, I felt accomplished, having met all my goals for 2012. On the other hand, I was anxious for what was ahead. I knew it was up to me to path the way for a fruitful new year. In doing so, one of my goals was to shoot and plan a styled wedding. I knew this would be the perfect way to keep myself creatively engaged. I needed to challenge myself, thinking of new ways to photograph a wedding, while creating something fresh from scratch.Which brings me to this shoot…

When Lauren of Lavender Grey Events and I sat down to plan our shoot, we never expected it to be such a labor of love.  All we knew was that we wanted to do something fun and unique that hadn’t really been done before. After lots of brainstorming and emails, we landed on our theme, April Showers Bring May Flowers, but with a modern/industrial spin. The bright blue vintage airstream trailer provided by Derek of Happier Camper was the PERFECT prop for this. Of course we knew it would be impossible to make any of this happen without a savvy group of industry vendors to lend us their talents.

Bringing in Sloane of Sloane Harmony Design on paper goods, was what really helped set the tone. Bright neon colors, with a watercolor background was the perfect compliment to our rainy theme. Then, Christina of Sea of Blossoms blew us away with her colorful spring floral designs. ALL of the vendors who were part of this shoot deserve some major high fives for all of their hard work and talents. We were so excited to get this shoot featured on Green Wedding Shoes!

photography + styling: Brandi Welles Photographer // stylist: Lauren Colley of Lavender Grey Events // florist: Christina Rodriguez of Sea of Blossoms // cake: Sweet and Saucy Shop // paper goods: Sloane Levine of Sloane Harmony Design // makeup: Brandie Bedell // hair: Evelyn Lui of Serene Bridal Beauty // hairpiece: Tessa Kim // cake table + bar cart: Fort Goods // additional styling pieces: Candice of Cloud Parade // venue + camper: Derek of Happier Camper // models: Emily Minter and Andy Stavis // bride’s dress: Urban Outfitters // bride’s shoes: Ruche // bride’s wellies: Hunter Wellies from Nordstrom // groom’s clothing: J.Crew // sweetheart table top: Ikea // polka dot napkins: Anthropologie

April 30, 2013 - 11:59 am

William Lemon - Hey! I don’t get credit for moving stuff around and eating sandwiches?

May 3, 2013 - 9:37 am

Kaysha - So so beautiful!!

May 8, 2013 - 5:59 pm

Damaris Mia {Le Magnifique} - This is absolutely gorgeous! Love the colors and her hair piece!