Sarah Mahen Photographers

Ashley and Chris are one seriously delightful couple. Both are teachers (bless them!) and both are just a whole lot of fun. We met up with these two last week for their engagement session in Old Sacramento. The weather was dry, but the sky turned pretty dramatic at the end of our shoot, so of course we had to rock that out. It was a lovely afternoon spent with these two cuties.

Despite the cold and the darkness that descended on us super quickly, Ashley and Chris rocked their esession and made me SO excited for there wedding this June. I can’t wait! Check out more of their extremely adorable session in their SLIDESHOW HERE or in the box below.

My friend Gwyn inspired me to do some retro blogging today… and since the trip I’m retro blogging happened to be to see her it only makes sense, right? Back in August 2009 I made my way from Sac International to Boston International to see my internet friend (now real life friend) Gwyneth Colleen and shoot a wedding with her in Maine. G-Love lives in New Hampshire so getting to see so much of New England was wonderful. The wedding we shot was lovely, I was only torrentially rained on once, and on my final day in New England we went to Boston early so I could get my Freedom Trail on. It was fabulous to see the sights with beautiful Gwyn!

We went to some seriously iconic Boston places as well for a little grub and a little drink. We had a cannolli at Mike’s Pastry and it was nothing short of life changing. (Also Gwyn is so cute!)

Then we happened across the Cheers Bar, and Norm’s seat was open so there was only one thing to do!

Boston is a BEAUTIFUL city, and I enjoyed the short time I spent there. I hope to go back someday soon and check out even more of one of the most historic cities I’ve ever been to!

Thanks Gwyn for being an awesome hostess and for showing me the sights in New England, taking me to eat my first (and last) lobstah, and being just an all around lovely person! I’m so glad I know you. And thanks to Jet Blue for getting me home to my super cute family.

Amber and Sam’s joyous wedding was a wonderful way to end our 2009 wedding season. I am so grateful to have been a part of their wedding day. It was simply magic. I am so happy for them and the beginning of their life together. Even though it was raining outside it was all sunshine inside with these two and their 1000 watt smiles.

While I basked in the lovliness that is Amber, Dustin got to hang out with Sam and the fellas including the ever handsome Tsi.

This was my first indoor ceremony at the Vizcaya and I loved it! It was so intimate and lovely as Amber and Sam said their vows and became husband and wife.

Then we took advantage of the brief respite from the rain for some portraits of our happy couple and their delightful wedding party.

Then it was off to the lovely brunch reception. It was absolutely wonderful! Amber and Sam have so many people who love them so much. I loved hearing the heart felt toasts, watching the dances and finally dancing with the guests. It was just perfect!

Amber and Sam thank you again for everything. We just adore you and are so happy that you have found each other. We can’t wait to watch your family grow! Check out the SLIDESHOW HERE or in the box below for more Amber and Sam love!

Wedding and Reception Venue: The Vizcaya Inn
Cupcakes: Babycakes
Flowers:Kabloom
DJ: Club Choice Entertainment