A California backyard wedding captures the essence of love in its purest form. With nature as the backdrop and home as the heart, it offers an atmosphere that feels both cozy and timeless. The laughter of family, the glow of string lights, and the scent of fresh blooms create a magical setting where every moment feels real. A backyard wedding is more than a celebration, it’s a beautiful reminder that love shines brightest in familiar places. The relaxed atmosphere of a backyard setting makes every smile, every glance between the couple, and every small detail stand out in beautiful ways.
Danielle and Adrian’s journey is a story that felt meant to be. They met in December of 2013, introduced through their friend Donald. Their first conversation happened because they both had just rescued dogs Danielle’s Sparky and Adrian’s Luna and the first date at the Ocean Beach dog park turned into a full-day adventure. Since meeting at age 22, they’ve grown together, supported each other through careers in teaching Danielle working with elementary students and Adrian teaching high school music and built a life marked by love for their dogs, movie nights, lesson planning, road trips, and family and friends.
As a professional wedding photographer and videographer team, our focus is always on storytelling through visuals. Our San Diego photography team travels all across California to capture moments like these with creativity, emotion, and heart. Whether it’s a big event or a cozy backyard celebration, we aim to preserve each day in a way that feels uniquely personal. We believe that wedding photography isn’t just about posing it’s about preserving real connections, meaningful gestures, and the way love looks and feels.
Our wedding photography packages are crafted to match different styles and needs. We understand that every couple’s vision is different, so we offer flexible plans for both photo and film. To learn more about how we can capture your day beautifully and discuss your celebration, reach out anytime. We love hearing from couples after the celebration and are always grateful for their kind reviews.
Original Weddings is a team of San Diego wedding photographers and videographers. Please click here to learn more about our San Diego photography and videography services. This wedding was edited in our Airy editing style. We offer three different photography editing styles: Timeless, Airy and Rustic. Please click here to learn more about our photography styles. You pick the style you love for your photos.
California Backyard Wedding Photos
California Backyard Wedding Video
At Original Weddings, our videography team loves filming backyard celebrations because they give us space to capture real moments smiles, tears, laughter, and spontaneous joy. The setting lets us hear the little sounds, feel the natural light, and see the connection between the couple and their guests. For Danielle and Adrian’s day, the film reflects their story of friendship, shared dogs, and cultural connection. It’s a timeless keepsake that lets them relive their celebration over and over.
San Diego Wedding Photographers
Our team at Original Weddings truly enjoys photographing love stories throughout the Bay Area. There’s something special about capturing a celebration surrounded by natural beauty and the energy of the city we know so well. Every wedding we photograph here feels alive, full of light and character. We love how the setting allows us to use soft, natural tones and creative compositions that make each image tell its own story. The relaxed atmosphere always inspires our photographers to capture emotions as they naturally unfold.
Original Weddings travels throughout nearby cities such as Oakland, San Jose, Berkeley, and Palo Alto to photograph weddings of every style. We bring a blend of artistic storytelling and genuine connection to every session. Whether it’s an intimate backyard event or a grand ballroom celebration, our team focuses on preserving real, meaningful moments that reflect each couple’s unique journey. Photographing at places like homes and backyards reminds us why we love our work the laughter, the details, and the quiet moments that make every wedding unforgettable.
San Diego Wedding Videographers
Original Weddings is also a team of passionate videographers who love filming weddings throughout San Francisco, including beautiful gatherings at homes and backyards. Our videography style is natural, emotional, and cinematic, focusing on the movement, sound, and rhythm of each day. We travel across nearby areas such as San Mateo, Daly City, and Redwood City to film celebrations that deserve to be remembered. Every video we create reflects the couple’s true connection, preserving their laughter, vows, and the joy that filled the day in an authentic and timeless way.
