During the time of year in Los Angeles when the Valley usually sits somewhere in the 115-degree range, last Saturday was remarkable. Blue skies, soft breezes, and patchy clouds spread across the cool afternoon. There was something in Amber's smile that revealed she had no doubt the day would be just as she hoped: Amazing. Matt sent her roses, she sent him a cake…afterall, she first won his heart with her chocolate chip cookies, so why not appeal to his sweet tooth again?
Amber's father roasted and toasted the couple during the reception and make every effort to reinforce their mutual love for sweets…and cooking…and, yes, sweets. He informed guests Amber's mother won a the Fresno Baking Competition and many years later, Amber followed in her footsteps with her chocolate chip cookie recipe. Apparently, she had it perfected just in time to meet Matt at work. He fell for her kindness, intellect, and, of course, her innate ability to talk to his heart through his stomach. A couple years later, Amber and Matt sat in a room surrounded by love. Sweet, sweet love.
Amber and Matt….thank you for sharing your day with us. Seeing your family again was a true honor and we appreciate your thoughtfulness and care throughout the day. I wish you only the best in your lives together and I appreciate all you are. Hope you're having fun in Kauai and when you return, send me your chocolate chip cookie recipe! 😉 Much love and appreciation… j*
This was my second time working with the Setrakian family and I can't say enough good things about them…I honestly feel like they're an extension of my own family. Sandy is just a perfect mother who never lets an opportunity to pass to remind her daughters how much she loves them…
Matt and JD waited in the lobby of the hotel for Amber to join him, but I have to say Matt looked quite dapper…
Amber and Matt opted for a First Look (which is the perfect way to start a wedding day), which allowed us plenty of time for photos and relaxation…here's a beautiful moment JD captured during their first moments together…
JD's perspectives…
I usually don't post family formal photos, but I had to show a little love for the Setrakian family–also known as The Eight Pack–who I had the pleasure to meet when I shot Heather and Gian's wedding a couple years ago…
We had a little more time for wedding photos around Calamigos Equestrian…
I think this is my favorite photo of the day…
Amber looking gorgeous in her Pronovias gown…
Wedding time…
A consist favorite photo of mine is of the couple as they walk down the aisle…sheer happiness…
I'll end this post with a happy photo from their First Dance…
To see more of Amber and Matt's Calamigos Equestrian wedding, CLICK HERE for a slideshow!
