When I have the chance to shoot the wedding of a long time friend, I’m floored with excitement! The little moments of the day are not just images to be created, but now moments that I’m heavily invested in. Moments that mean so much to me, because they mean so much to them. I will admit that the downside of shooting a friend’s wedding is that I inevitably get misty during the vows… and the kiss… and the first dance… Okay, okay, I’m a cryer, we get it! Everything from the story of how they met, to their private first look, to their incredible vows, was right out of a movie! Megan is a teacher at the elementary school that Payden, Patrick’s ridiculously adorable son, goes to. One day, when Patrick was picking Payden up, he noticed Megan, leaned over to a friend and said, “Who the **** is that?” Hahaha! Epic! Megan quickly noticed the, “Hot dad” and from there they both found ways of conveniently bumping into each other. One thing led to another, a little help from Facebook, and BAM madly in love! There’s a little more to it than that, but you get the idea…
Patrick and Megan’s wedding was held that the beautiful Bernardo Winery in San Diego, CA. This spot was such an excellent choice and it matches this couple’s style in every way! It had been awhile since I had been to the Bernardo Winery, and I was walking around like a kid in a candy store! There is old rustic amazingness everywhere you look! Terry, the Bernardo Winery coordinator, did an incredible job during the day and matched Patrick and Megan’s laid back vibe perfectly. The day could not have gone smoother and huge thanks goes to the staff for making that happen! Okay, let’s check out some vendors, then get on to the images!!!
VENDORS:
VENUE: Bernardo Winery – Terry Lowrey (Amazing coordinator!)
FLORIST: Floral Occasions – Janna Hatch (Gorgeous flowers!)
OFFICIANT: Ryan James Ross (aka: Ryro)
JEWELRY: Laura Wooster (Go get some jewelry for xmas gifts!)
CAKE: Edelweiss European Bakery (So tasty!)

Love the details that Laura threw in with the customized jewelry boxes!

No joke, go the Bernardo Winery, throw a stone, and you’ll hit something amazingly cool, old, and awesome! (disclaimer: DO NOT THROW STONES AT THE BERNARDO WINERY! They wouldn’t like that much!)



You know you have an amazing bride on your hands when she requests a picture of her and her bridesmaids brushing their teeth!!! Hahaha!!!



I love this picture of Momma Barrow and Megan. Such a special moment in their lives.


If you were at the wedding, then you know whose shoes these are. You also know that you should be preparing yourself for extreme levels of adorableness!


Check out this little man! Let me introduce you to Payden, the keystone in this story coming together. An amazing dresser, pretty sweet dancer, and lover of Spiderman, this little man rocks!!!


Janna did an amazing job on the flowers for the day. I am completely in love with the colors that Patrick and Megan chose.

Just moments before the ceremony…




Heeeeey!!! Check out Ryan James Ross in his sweet suit! Ryan is a long time friend of Megan’s, incredible pastor, and my best friend! I’m not sure that he’s pursuing it, but if you need one of the best officiants that I’ve ever heard, call this guy up. Just call him Ryro on the phone and he’ll know I sent you ;)


Another adorable moment from the day as father and son walk down the isle together…



I was shooting this shot of Megan and Papa Barrow through a blurry haze of tears.



Lots and lots of laughing during the ceremony!


Really? Really?! Come on, could this little man get any cuter!


Fitting with the winery theme, Patrick and Megan did a wine ceremony.

Then came the vows, and then came the tissues. They sounded like they came out of a Broadway play and had everyone switching from, “Hahaha” to “Awww” and back again the whole time. So great that Terry, from the winery, and myself have even requested copies. If I get my hands on them, I’ll share them here!





A little Wooster original!

Kiss…

Still kissing…

FIST PUMP!!! Yessss! How awesome that Megan throws an arm up and Patrick throws a fist pump?!



Oh Barrow family, how you make me smile!


The Barrow girls!!! Well, I suppose now it’s three Barrow girls and a Carmitchel!


Ridiculous…


Squeezin’ tight!




One of my favorites from the day!



Gotta love a “wahooooo” shot of the bridal party!




Yep, we got the families to “wahoooo” too!









“Wait”, you say, “There must be more!” Oh yes, there are many more, and if you come on back tomorrow you will see those many more!!! Super stoked to share some images of Patrick and Megan in the vineyard!
by David Manning
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