Giusseppe and Ashley’s Proposal at Lestat’s Coffee Shop, San Diego

There are few moments in life more pure than the moment a man asks the woman he loves to marry him. Giuesseppe  decided to pop the question to Ashley when one of their favorite bands, Trevor Davis, was playing at Lestat’s Coffee House in Normal Heights.  With a slew of talented artists covering all sorts of music, most of which had a love and devotion theme, he knew this was going to be the perfect moment.  Giuesseppe had spent the previous night installing a micro switch and led lights into a mint tin in order to illuminate his proposal perfectly.  When Trevor Davis finally came on stage to start playing he put together a beautiful set of four songs about commitment and love and then handed the stage over to Giuesseppe.  Trevor asked Giuesseppe to come on stage with Ashley and as you can see she was totally shocked.  Thank you Ashley and Giuesseppe for having us be apart of your special moment and congratulations on your engagement!

 

Courtney Hurley - Great photos Siegel Thurston! I got chills looking at these!

Siegel Thurston - Thanks Courtney, It is always so special to be apart of a proposal. We just love being asked to do them!

Ashley Courtney - Thank you so so much for capturing this moment for us!! I am so thankful to have beautiful pictures to hold forever! Thank you:)

Siegel Thurston - Thanks Ashley, It was so great being able to be their with you guys and capture those moments for you both! It was an awesome night to be apart of for sure!

April Erickson - Such a special beautiful moment! It is true a picture is worth a thousand words. Amazing pics!

   

Motte Historical Museum | Nick & Sara’s Rehearsal Dinner | Temecula | San Diego Wedding Photographer

Last night we had the pleasure of joining Nick and Sara for their rehearsal dinner.  The venue they picked was one of the coolest barns near San Diego that we have come across in a while.  Mott’s Historical Museum is an old barn that has been in the Mott’s family since the early 1900′s.  They use it on a daily basis to house their vast collection of working vintage cars.  The barn can be rented out for large parties and the vintage cars can be rented and taken out on an hourly basis.  With Nick’s love for all things automotive it made for the perfect setting to host a party for their closest friends and family.  They hired Rasta Taco’s to cater the event with their traditional LA street tacos.   They impressed us all with mouthwatering Ceviche flat appetizers and some of the best carne, pollo asado, and tender Carnitas!  I think Brett went back a few times for more tasty little tacos throughout the evening.  As you can see the night went fabulously and the toasts were full of emotions. We are so excited for their upcoming wedding and feel so special to be included as a part of it.  More to come soon.

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A special thanks to some of the fabulous vendors that made this wonderful Rehearsal Dinner happen!

Rasta Taco Gourmet Taco Catering

 

   

Balboa Park | Carousel Engagement Inspiration | San Diego Wedding Photorapher

“The Seasons they go ’round and ’round

and the painted ponies go up and down.”

- Joni Mitchell

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Styling: Urban Style 

Floral: Studio B Floral and Home Design

Hair: Hair YaGo

Make up: Thorne Artistry

Hairpieces: Rachel Larraine

Dresses: The Bridesmaids Boutique

Shoes: Disco Toes

Jewelry: Holly Lauren

Handbag: Sara C.