Kendra and Laura share a kiss in front of a white potting shed with flowers in the foreground.

The Wedding Day

Some weddings just have a feeling from the very first moment — a warmth, a joy, an energy that fills every corner of the venue and makes its way into every single frame. Kendra and Laura’s wedding at The House in Dinuba, California was exactly that kind of day.

From the getting-ready moments to the last dance of the night, these two were surrounded by the people who love them most, and it showed. There were tears, there was laughter, there were Beer Donkeys (yes, really — and they were a hit). Every detail was thoughtfully chosen, and the result was a celebration that felt completely and authentically them.

Kendra and Laura's wedding rings.
Seed packets given as gifts to Kendra and Laura's wedding guests. The packets are sticking into a hay bale.
Kendra and Laura's wedding rings in black and white.
Kendra and Laura give each other tokens of appreciation while sitting on the back patio.
Laura opens a watch that she got as a gift from Kendra on their wedding day.
Kendra has her blonde hair braided.
Kendra's bridesmaids open gifts.
Laura's mother opens a gift.
Custom coat hangers for the bridesmaids.
Kendra works on her vows while having her hair done.
Kendra puts her earrings on.
Kendra and her mother take a portrait photo in the window light.
Laura gets her lips freshened up.
Laura's dad holds a pint if Guinness.
Laura and Laura's father sit on a bench and look at the camera.
Pink and yellow flowers.

The House, Dinuba

The House is one of those venues that gives a photographer everything to work with — beautiful light, gorgeous architecture, and a relaxed Central Valley vibe that just breathes life into photos. Paired with stunning florals by The Farmer Florist and live music from Hilary Watson setting the mood, the atmosphere was nothing short of magical.

Laura taps Kendras shoulder for their first look.
Laura looks surprised when she sees Kendra for the first time at their first look.
The flower boy walks down the aisle.
Laura's father walks her down the aisle.
Kendra's mother walks her down the aisle.
Kendra and Laura hold hands at the altar as the officiant speaks.
Laura dips Kendra down the aisle.
Family photo with Laura's side of the family.
Black and white photo of the bride and groom's memories wall.
Laura has her boutonniere put on by her brother.
Signature drinks menu featuring Laura and Kendra's pomeranians.
Kendra and her sister-in-law holding drinks.
Floral arrangement on the table.
A bridesmaid playing with her son.
Wedding guests walk through the wedding venue in black and white.
The bride Kendra kisses a beer burro.
Kendra poses in between green hedges.
Laura looks at the camera while Kendra looks at Laura.
Kendra holds Laura from behind in front of large pampas grass.
Kendra and Laura with beer burros in front of large pampas grass.
Kendra and Laura look at their "no longer with us table".
A brown brimmed hat on the back of a chair.
The head table.
The live singer and guitar player in black and white.
The beer burros being pet by a guest as they walk by.
Kendra and Laura kiss at sunset.
Newlyweds Kendra and Laura hitchhike on the road at sunset.
Kendra and Laura close up shot under the veil.
Kendra and Laura kiss at sunset under the veil.
Kendra stands under a chandelier hanging from a pine tree.
Kendra and Laura embrace at sunset.
Laura's father hugs Kendra and Laura.
The eye's of Laura's father over her shoulder.
A toast at Kendra and Laura's wedding in black and white.
Kendra and Laura's first dance at their wedding.
Black and white photo of Kendra and Laura's dancing legs.
Kendra and Laura's Converse sneakers for their wedding day.
Kendra and Laura dancing.
End of the night flat lay in black and white.
Kendra and Laura smile for the camera at the end of the night.

Every Smile

Watching Kendra and Laura exchange vows was one of those quiet, electric moments where the whole world seems to slow down. The love between them is the kind that’s effortless to photograph, because it’s real and it’s radiant. Every glance, every smile, every happy tear told the story better than any words could.

I’m so grateful to have been trusted to document this day. Kendra and Laura — thank you for letting me be part of your story. Wishing you both a lifetime of joy, adventure, and plenty more moments worth celebrating.

Laura's brother giving a speech while the wedding guests watch.
Kendra and Laura walk down the road away from the camera amongst large bushes.

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