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
As San Diego wedding photographers, our team at Original Weddings truly enjoys photographing love stories across Southern California. From La Jolla’s golden beaches to Coronado’s waterfront charm, and from Carlsbad and Del Mar to the inland beauty of Temecula, every location brings its own character and light. Whether we’re capturing an intimate backyard celebration or a lively venue wedding, our focus is always on real emotion, natural interactions, and the genuine connection between couples.
We blend artistic storytelling with a relaxed, comfortable approach so your personalities shine through every frame. Photographing in homes and outdoor spaces reminds us why we love our work: the laughter, the small details, and the heartfelt moments that make each wedding unforgettable. Our goal is simple, to create images that feel warm, meaningful, and true to your story.
San Diego Wedding Videographers
As San Diego wedding videographers, we film celebrations throughout the Southern California region, including La Jolla, Coronado, Del Mar, Carlsbad, and Temecula. Our videography style is natural, emotional, and cinematic, capturing movement, sound, and atmosphere in a way that feels authentic and timeless. We focus on preserving the real moments of the day: the vows, the laughter, the quiet exchanges, and all the joyful energy shared with family and friends.
Every wedding film we create reflects the couple’s true connection and the unique rhythm of their celebration. Whether your wedding takes place at home, in a backyard, or at a coastal venue, our goal is to craft a heartfelt film that lets you relive your day exactly as it felt.
