I love everything and anything Disney so when Jackie contacted me about her Disneyland Wedding this fall, I was ecstatic! I’ve known Jackie for almost 10 years now and we were closest back in my early college years. She was an informal mentor to me and I always appreciated how she would look out for me when I was a knucklehead freshman who knew little about adult life and relationships. We also worked several summers together as teachers for Summerbridge. Being able to photograph her wedding is such an honor to me and I am always amazed at how God reconnects me to different people in my life.

So I thought I was an avid Disney fan, but then there are Jackie and Antonio who put me and my love for Disneyland to shame! They are season-pass holders and enjoy spending their free time roaming the Happiest Place on Earth. I knew going into this shoot that I would learn so much more about Disneyland and folks, I really thought I knew a lot beforehand. Y’know, the best places to eat, the easiest restrooms to access… all that good stuff. Adam and I sure did learn a lot from Jackie and Antonio from this trip. We had such a blast hanging out together!

Jackie and Antonio met at work. He was a student worker and got less and less work done while spending more and more time with Jackie. They caught the love of Disney from his sister (whom I hear is an even BIGGER fan than they are). Antonio proposed in front of Jackie’s family which just further reaffirms how important family is to both of their lives. They are such a fun couple together and their love of life and each other is contagious.

Can’t wait for your Disney Wedding this fall!

Vanessa and Joe met at college in Michigan. In fact, they met on the first day and have been inseparable since. Vanessa is a jack of all things creative - she designs jewelry (she designed her own wedding ring!) and is a graphic designer. Joe is a budding lawyer. Together, they are such a lovely couple. The best thing about the two of them together is how much they make each other smile. They were such a fun couple to shoot. Capturing the love and happiness they felt was not difficult at all.

It was such a gorgeous day in San Diego and we found ourselves at La Jolla Cove amongst many other San Diegans enjoying the sunshine as well. Vanessa has mentioned that she would bring balloons and I knew I was in for a FUN e-session!

Love all that delicious California sun!

Gorgeous ring!

Thank you, Vanessa and Joe, for sharing a wonderful afternoon with us! We wish you all the best in your August wedding and your marriage for years to come!

Adam and I would like to wish you and your loved ones a very Merry CHRISTmas! 2009 has been such an amazing year filled with so many blessings. We are looking forward to what 2010 has in store for Jasmine Marie Photography!

From our summer trip to the Pacific Northwest in Vancouver.

Happy Holidays!

I just love returning clients. Their sessions always feel like seeing old friends and you spend the time just catching up. Heidi and Scott were such a great family to shoot last year if you remember from their post here. It was such a treat to see how much their sons, Max and Merik, had grown up in the past year! Adam and I had such a great time at Salt Creek Beach and then romping around the Ritz-Carlton in Dana Point with the Adlers.

We were climbing trees…

…tying up Mom…

…making sure it’s real tight…

…running on the beach…

…pausing from playing in the sand every once in awhile to smile for the camera…

…snuggling with Dad…

…holding hands…

…giving hugs…

…enjoying the view…

…and climbing walls!

Heidi and Scott, thank you so much for sharing Max and Merik with us again for an afternoon! We had such a blast!

Barb and Rowell’s wedding day started at the All Hallows Catholic Church in La Jolla. We took photos at Mt. Soledad and Harbor Island. Their reception was held on The Island Club on North Island Coronado Base. They celebrated their special day surrounded by so many friends and family. It was such an honor to be able to capture their special day!

I LOVED these red heels!

Loved the big window in the church.

Then we headed to Mt. Soledad to get some photos. This was the first time I’ve been back here since Adam proposed to me back in 2007. It was definitely a sentimental moment for me.

On the same spot Adam got down on one knee to propose to me. It gives me so much joy to be able to capture the love of another couple in the same location. Gives me goosebumps just thinking about it!

After Mt. Soledad, we headed down to Harbor Island back to the spot where Rowell proposed to Barb.

This was also my 1st wedding shooting with Adam. He came along to help with the photobooth and I think he did a fantastic job! Here are some of the shots:

Barb and Rowell, thank you so much for sharing your day with us! Special thanks to Daniel Galang for his help again!

We started the day off early for Sarah & Greg’s wedding. The ceremony was held at The Chapel of the Roses in Bonita. It was such a beautiful chapel with colorful stained glass windows. Not only was it beautiful and intimate, it was the same place where Sarah’s parents were married so it had even more special significance. Sarah and Greg have such an amazing love story so far and they have impacted so many people’s lives so far with their love for Christ. I am so excited to see what God has in store for them as husband and wife and how He is going to use their marriage to impact more lives for Jesus.

Sarah’s shoes! I think they make the best bridal shoes EVER. Comfort AND style?! Can’t get any better than that!

Greg’s daughter, Melissa, was stunning.

Sarah and her mom.

I loved how these signs made little crosses. They were the dressing rooms for the guys and girls.

The amazingly talented Mike Clark performed worship and this is Sarah at the door when Mike started to play. Definitely one of my favorite moments captured from the day.

The Mike Clark Band.

Sarah’s son, Clayton, walking down the aisle. Doesn’t he look so handsome?

I don’t know what I love more… the look in Greg’s eyes, or Clayton looking at Greg’s reaction to Sarah walking down the aisle.

The kiss!

This just melts my heart.

Grand entrance.

A quick prayer.

First dance.

Father/Daughter and Mother/Son dances.

Sarah and Greg, I hope you are having a blast on your honeymoon! Thank you so much for sharing your day with me! Special thanks to Daniel Galang for helping me again and also to Jill for being your “gift” to Sarah.

God has such an interesting, intricate way of weaving our lives together. Patty and I work at the same school. It has been such a blessing being able to work with her because of her leadership and passion for kids. Oscar actually worked at the school I did my student teaching in way back when. He was always such a friendly face in the office. Somehow God led them to me for their wedding photography and I couldn’t be more blessed!

I feel honored to be able to capture her wedding day for her in June. Patty, Oscar, Zoe, Harley (their beautiful dogs) and I had a great time roaming Balboa Park for their engagement session. Believe it or not, I had yet to shoot in Balboa Park for an engagement session before this one and I had a blast! I especially loved all the colors in the Spanish Arts Village.

Aren’t Zoe and Harley beautiful?! Patty and Oscar aren’t too shabby either.

Yummy light.

I had such a nice time hanging out with you two and look forward to your wedding in June!

Adam and I know Sarah from The Rock Church. We all serve on the Count Team together and have known each other for about a year now. It has been an interesting journey watching how God works in our lives and it’s been a blessing to be able to see God’s Hands work in Sarah’s life. Adam and I had such a blast on this engagement session. Greg seriously kept us laughing the whole time! It was so much fun! Plus, it was such a treat to watch him make Sarah laugh and smile with joy too.

Cute shoes!

I love how Greg is checking Sarah out in this one…

…and how it looks like he’s praying that she’ll go out with him in this one. Ha!

Sarah and Greg, can’t wait for your wedding coming up in a couple of weeks!

I couldn’t help post at least one of the photos of precious Charlie from yesterday’s baby portrait session before editing my other projects. Doesn’t this just ooze happiness?! *smile*

More to come!

One of the toughest things to do as a photographer is to photograph a photographer. Needless to say, I was nervous going into Barbara and Rowell’s engagement shoot because he is a photographer that I respect as a friend and professional. However, even though Rowell mentioned that he would need some time to warm up in front of the camera, he and Barb were naturals! It was so evident the love that they have for each other.

I love photos where people are smiling and laughing. Such happiness!

An ice cream truck drove by and we took an ice cream break.

Barbara and Rowell, can’t wait for your wedding in November!