Ah the lovely Aileen and Elson, I have so much fun everytime I see them and their amazing group of friends. The day was gorgeous and we couldn’t have asked for anything more, I even got parking in La Jolla right away for their first look! We did the first look where Elson proposed to Aileen and the sneaky guy even had a hidden camera setup for the proposal for a special surprise video that played at the reception.
Love, its what we live for.
The ceremony was held at the Mission Basilica San Diego de Alcala and the reception at the Scripps Seaside Forum in La Jolla. A big thanks Kathrina of Joe+Kathrina for 2nd shooting and seeing how crazy I roll, haha and to Brandi of Skybox Event Productions for having the wedding run without a hitch. A full vendor list at the bottom of the post, so now enjoy my favorite photographs from the day.
Coordinator / Skybox Event Productions
Ceremony / Mission Basilica San Diego de Alcala
Reception / Scripps Seaside Forum
Makeup / Rita Nguyen
Hair / Model Call Salon (Lizbeth Hathorn)
Cake / Sumi’s Oven
Florist / Fancy That! Designs
Caterer / Peartrees Catering
Linens + Drapings / Fusion Linens
DJ + Lighting / Playtime Attractions
Transportation / Top Dog Limo
Invitations / Kalea Inviatations
Videography / NR3 Video Productions
Jelynna, AJ and I had been planning this underwater bridal session when we first booked their wedding, I was actually more excited for this shoot then going off to Hawaii for their wedding, haha. I loved that Jelynna used two dresses for the bridal session, so we can get some different pops of color, it definitely added a different dimension. A big big thanks to Marissa Rodriguez, who helped out as well as took shots 5 and 6 from way down in the pool, she is a way better swimmer than I am. Also to July Chanthamart for the hair and makeup.
Our bridal session also get a few spreads in Issue 16 of Utterly Engaged, check out a few more images as well as the awesome magazine by clicking on the photo below.
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Cool concepts Chaz! Never seen an underwater shoot like this before
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Hey Chaz!! LOVE LOVE LOVE the underwater bridals! Very kick @ss!
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I love love love this shoot! I’ve NEVER seen an underwater shoot before – what camera did you use to capture such great shots?
Oh man, so much fun with Jelynn and AJ in Hawaii, their whole wedding was gorgeous and so well planned from start to finish. It literally felt like 3 weddings in 1 with the dress changes and all the details! It was held at the Oceanfront Oasis and is the estate where Elizabeth Taylor stayed when she was in Honolulu! A huge thanks to Marissa Rodriguez for photographing along with me, it seemed only natural since she’s moving to the islands at the end of the year!
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[...] bridal session when we first booked their wedding, I was actually more excited for this shoot then going off to Hawaii for their wedding, haha. I loved that Jelynna used two dresses for the bridal session, so we can get some different [...]
I headed up to San Jose for the wedding of Mary and Eddy, it was a stylish affair at the San Jose Hilton in downtown, which I must say is a pretty swanky spot. I loved their engagement session that we did in San Francisco because of their style, so their wedding definitely didn’t disappoint. A super huge thank you to Megan Welker who drove up to photograph with me, enjoy my favorites from the day.
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you are amazing. I need you to take some pics of the Wreyfords!!!
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i WANT that cake topper!! simply amazing, as always, Chaz!
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You definitely went above and beyond that day Chaz. We’re so glad we found you!
Beautiful wedding with old friends of mine, I had actually done their beach service last year and this big wedding was their one year anniversary. Felix had mastered the art of the serious face and Clarisse was just gorgeous in her dress. A big thanks to Marissa Rodriguez for 2nd shooting with me and Pam Sirivong for the makeup and Rosa Howard for the hair.
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You have the coolest ring shots!
Gorgeous wedding in San Diego at the Prado in Balboa Park, love these two.
Before the wedding, we went to pay respects to Christian’s grandmother, a beautiful moment I was honored to share.
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Really cool walls in the background for the portraits of bride & groom and bridal party. And the first photo is like music to my ears, finally someone has a good taste in shoes!
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chaz, the cake shot with the light coming out is money!
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Where to start Chaz…great stuff as always. We really do find your work and your approach influential. It was a great day and a real pleasure to work with you. Christian and Sell are such cool people.
A few weeks ago I traveled up to Orange County for the wedding of Jomie and Ricky at the Orange County Center for Contemporary Art. Jomie and Ricky rocked the modern and minimalistic venue with the help of Christina of Simply Modern Weddings, who I might add is one of the funnest and raddest coordinators I have had the pleasure to work with! She’s so rad she got us a feature on Green Wedding Shoes, which showcases so many of the great details that were on display. Another person who I want to give a big thanks to is my second photographer Marissa Rodriguez, who rocked the third camera as usual. On to the photos!
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Killer job Chaz! Cute ceremony and really personal. Love seeing your work, super motivating. I really like the Star Wars detail too.
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Whahoooooo! You blogged! hehe! sorry, you know I have to bug you
LOVE this wedding! It’s kind’ of annoying how good you are! But really, you killed it. As per usual! Thank you so much for having me along! I can’t wait to blog yaaaaaaayyyyy! 
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Your work is amazing Chaz!!
Not only are the pictures beautiful but you yourself are awesome to work with. You and your staff were so professional and down to earth.
That parking spot was legit! And so is your photography! Seriously you’re awesome and it was great working alongside you–even if you’re crazy
Congrats to Elson+Aileen!!