While being the photo editor at the Nexus, I had the task of finding and hiring new photographers. I dont exactly remember what I did to find people… since it was quite a while ago, but I know that I stumbled across Orlando while looking! His portfolio had such gorgeous travel photos and I have always been a sucker for traveling the world. His work was great, so we hired him! Orlando was one of the sweetest guys there and I remember leaving the Nexus thinking that they were going to be well taken care of! Orlando ended up becoming one of the next photo-editors after I left, which was so awesome to hear about a few years later! Melissa and Orlando met in College and their story is quite cute! I’m so glad Melissa contacted me so I could be a part of their day. I love when I get to hear from people that I knew from past years. It makes me feel like a little bit of my familiar past gets to be relived… for just a second. The coolest yet, is getting to see people with the person they’ve chosen to spend the rest of their life with! Orland & Melissa had a gorgeous wedding day at Calamigos Ranch in the Cottage Pavillion with Wedding planning and design by Mindy Events. They both look so amazing… but don’t let that fool you. They also know how to get down on the dance floor! They rocked the dance floor to “Turn Down for What” for their Grand Entrance… and although I felt a little out of the loop when I didn’t know that song earlier this summer… After their wedding and this entire wedding season thus far, I can now say I know that song very well haha! This wedding was so beautiful AND fun to be a part of… enjoy my favorite highlights <3

Ceremony & Reception Venue: Calamigos Ranch, The Cottage Pavillion // Wedding Planning: Mindy Events // Bride Wedding Dress: BHLDN, Lavern Gown