They met on a soccer field in San Diego. Under the fluorescent lights and a dark sky, they played on a coed team and enjoyed a friendly relationship. Max noticed Ashley's blue eyes and bright smile and knew she was different. He was intrigued and planned to get to know his teammate.

Max arranged an additional practice one evening for himself and three other players (Ashley was, of course, part of the practice team). As luck would have it, the only two players to show up for practice were Max and Ashley. Together they laughed, kicked a ball, and enjoyed a night together.

In a matter of days, Max invited Ashley on a date and years later they've remained teammates…for life. They're planning to marry this summer in Bel Air and their day will be filled with lots of cheers from the sidelines.

One of the best things about Max is his ability to make Ashley laugh at a moment's notice…she's truly smitten with him…

It was an overcast day, but the gorgeous terra cotta hues from the walls brightened our day and created a warm glow to the photos…

Oh, Ashley, you are beautiful. Inside and out.

Many thanks to Heather White of Brooke Keegan Special Events for referring this amazing couple my way…I can't wait to see what she has planned for such a gorgeous wedding day!

The San Juan Capistrano Mission is a stunning location for an engagement session…

Max and Ashley have a Tuscan inspired wedding planned, so meeting at the San Juan Capistrano Mission was the perfect location for a rustic vibe and historic appeal…

These two are effortlessly chic…

I'll end on this note because it's one of my favorites from the shoot…

I can't wait for their wedding!