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Weekly updates of Weddings & Portraits from Garrett Richardson Photography, DESTINATION wedding photographer.

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With 40-acres overlooking the rolling hills of Rancho Santa Fe, Rancho Valencia Resort & Spa is designed in the tradition of early California haciendas, with clusters of stucco and tile casitas, terraces, fountains, and gorgeous foliage. About this Luxury San Diego Wedding Venue Ceremonies take place on the patio, a long rectangle of Mexican pavers with a fountain […]

August 1, 2022

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Facing the Sea of Cortez, Las Ventanas al Paraiso, A Rosewood Resort is a luxurious property like no other. Their wedding team will create an unforgettable wedding experience for you and your guests with world-class hospitality and great attention to detail. About this Luxury Cabo Wedding Venue Hotel guests return to Las Ventanas year after […]

December 1, 2018

Las Ventanas al Paradiso

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Not many locations in Southern California provide the opportunity to get married on the beach in a luxurious setting like Hotel Del Coronado. About this Luxury San Diego Wedding Venue The historic Hotel Del will transport you and your guests to the glamour of Old Hollywood as you dance under the wood-domed ceilings and chandeliers […]

July 1, 2018

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One of the most unique resorts in Southern California, The Lodge at Torrey Pines sits along La Jolla’s coastline with panoramic views of the world-renowned Torrey Pines Golf Course.   About the Luxury San Diego Wedding Venue First, you’ll fall in love with the historical craftsman architecture. The Lodge has an elegant selection of wedding […]

May 1, 2018

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Spring La Jolla Engagement Andrew & Bianca’s Spring La Jolla Engagement Session was so much fun! We started shooting at La Jolla Shores at the same lifeguard stand where they had their first kiss! Then we headed over to a beautiful trail overlooking La Jolla Cove and explored the sandy cliffs that hover above the rough waters. […]

May 25, 2017

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La Jolla Engagement We had such a great time during Karissa & Dave’s engagement session! With their love for exploring San Diego, we started the shoot at The Public House La Jolla, a cozy pub in a renovated bungalow with beers on tap from all over the world. They’re both huge soccer fans and in […]

March 16, 2017

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Encinitas Engagement Session I had so much fun hanging out with Shelby & Jeff during their engagement session! Since their first date was in Encinitas, we recreated the experience to tell their love story. We started at the vibrant San Diego Botanical Gardens on a golden afternoon where we practically had the whole place to […]

December 1, 2016

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Rancho Valencia Engagement Catherine & Matt’s Rancho Santa Fe engagement session was perfect in every way. We started at the gorgeous hotel and spa, Rancho Valencia where they are getting married next year. Then we finished the shoot at Fletcher Cove in Solana Beach with an incredible fall sunset over the Pacific. Catherine is originally from Kansas City but has lived […]

November 10, 2016

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       Brandon and Alyssa’s whimsical wedding at Green Gables Wedding Estate was so romantic & fun! With 250 guests and 20 people in the wedding party, it was one amazing day! Their nautical engagement session is on the blog as well and it is a must see!        Alyssa’s gown from Bellasposa was […]

September 14, 2016

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       Ashley & Jordan’s wedding at the San Diego Botanic Garden in Encinitas, CA was so much fun! Where do I begin? Before you look through their wedding photographs, make sure you take a quick peek at their awesome engagement session at one of my favorite beaches, Cardiff-by-the-Sea!        She’s from Texas and he’s from […]

August 31, 2016

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       It was such an honor to photograph Kacie & Nick at the beautiful Rancho Valencia in Rancho Santa Fe! When they first reached out about their engagement session, they wanted to find a location that was full of rich greenery and had a tropical look – this property instantly came to mind. I love […]

August 24, 2016

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       When I met Aly and Steven at my studio last year, I knew they’re wedding would be nothing short of amazing. We had such a blast hanging out during their engagement session at Scripps Seaside Forum. You can learn about these two on the engagement session blog, here!         Alesha Ballon from Ever After Events coordinated […]

August 12, 2016

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FAIRMONT GRAND DEL MAR

MONTAGE LOS CABOS

SOLAZ LOS CABOS

ESTANCIA LA JOLLA

THE SANTALUZ CLUB

THE INN AT RANCHO SANTA FE

NIZUC RESORT & SPA

MALIBU ROCKY OAKS ESTATE VINEYARDS

OJAI VALLEY INN & SPA

SAN YSIDRO RANCH

KESTREL PARK

CALISTOGA RANCH

MEADOWOOD NAPA VALLEY

BEAULIEU GARDEN

THE RANCH AT ROCK CREEK

PIPPIN HILL FARM & VINEYARDS

BILTMORE ESTATE

THE LITTLE NELL

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BELMOND HOTEL CARUSO

VILLA EPHRUSSI DE ROTHSCHILD

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CASTELLO DI VICARELLO

BELMOND HOTEL CARUSO

ODESCALCHI CASTLE

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