JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa Wedding Photos

Shannon + Eric

Shannon + Eric dreamed of their destination wedding in the desert of California for years. Coming from Chicago, they look forward to the heat of the Desert. They both enjoy the sunny days out by the pool and the warm evenings to relax and reminisce about their day. They chose one of Palm Desert most pristine venues to host their wedding. The JW Marriott Desert Springs resort and Spa is the deserts most tranquil oasis. The wedding was held on the pointe with mountain views and the sparkling lake that surrounds the property. It truly is a gorgeous setting for a destination wedding. Desert Springs Resort and Spa sure does know how to spoil it’s wedding guests. They have hand passed hordourves and chilled champagne served to the guests right after the ceremony. The reception was held in the Wood Room which is a hidden gem just off of the Rockwood Grill. 

Shannon and Eric celebrated the evening with their family and friends listening to amazing music and eating 5 star food. They had the time of their life and I was so thankful to be a part of their Palm Desert wedding. I wish them all the love in the world. 

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Venue: JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa 

Entertainment: Ben Mallare Events & Entertainment

Photography: Michelle Johnson Photography

Wilson Creek Winery Wedding

Amanda + Matthew

Wilson Creek Winery is a dream to photograph weddings and create incredible memories for my clients. Amanda and Matthew had their incredible wedding in Temecula at Wilson Creek. They love going wine tasting in the valley and this winery was one of their favorites. Each and every detail of this wedding was perfect and it was such an honor to photograph Amanda and Matthew’s special day. Amanda’s family is so special and I was lucky enough to photograph her sister’s wedding annd nephew’s newborn photos so being photographing this Wilson Creek Winery wedding meant a lot to me. I was thankful that my awesome associate photographer Morgan got to be my second shooter. We had a great day and we are so happy for this very sweet couple. We wish them so much love and an incredible future.
Take a peak into this beautiful Wilson Creek Winery wedding and come back to the blog soon.

Venue: Wilson Creek Winery
Photography: Michelle Johnson Photography

Sweet Pea Ranch Wedding

Jennifer + Michael

Oh Sweet Pea Ranch, you are indeed sweet. I love photographing weddings at this darling red barn venue in Upland. Tess the owner is the most kind hearted woman you will ever meet and she makes your wedding day a dream. Jennifer and Michael had their gorgeous wedding at Sweet Pea Ranch last Fall and my amazing associate photographers Morgan and Leanna did the best job photographing each and every detail.
Jennifer and Michael have the greatest love for one another and their special bond shined through in their wedding at Sweet Pea Ranch in Upland, Ca. photos.
They had their ceremony on the front lawn of this quaint Upland venue and then their guests had a delicious meal inside the big red barn. The s’mores out by the fire were a big hit and don’t forget about the awesome sweet table. Jennifer and Michael danced the night away under the stars and this Sweet Pea Ranch wedding was simply perfect. Here are some photos to show you all of the love that went on this day. xo

Venue: Sweet Pea Ranch
Photographer: Michelle Johnson Photography

Padua Hills Wedding

Devon + Gerard

We kicked off 2016 with this gorgeous Padua Hills Theatre wedding. Devon and Gerard met at work and fell madly in love. They exchanged vows at a gorgeous evening wedding ceremony in the hills of Claremont at the historic Padua Hills Theatre. Their wedding planner Linsey helped them create their magical wedding they had dreamed of and each and every detail was beautiful. It was a joy to witness Devon and Gerard celebrate their marriage with their closest family and friends.
My team and I love working with Padua Hills Theatre, featuring Chantrelles Catering. We have worked with them for over 20 years and they never disappoint to provide an extraordinary experience to their clients.
We wish Devon and Gerard so much love and look forward to watching their family grow. Here is a look into their Padua Hills wedding day. Enjoy. xo

Venue: Padua Hills Theatre
Event-Planner: Lux Events and Design
Photography: Michelle Johnson Photography
DJ- Entertainment Express

Doubletree by Claremont Wedding

Briana + Eric

This Doubletree by Hilton Claremont wedding was so much fun. Briana and Eric are so sweet. I fell in love with Briana the moment I met her. That smile of hers just melts your heart and speaking of hearts, Briana has the biggest heart and I know that is why Eric fell head over heels in love with her. This couple chose one of my favorite Claremont venues to hold their wedding and reception. The Doubletree by Hilton Claremont has everything you need to have an amazing wedding experience. The courtyard and fountain are beautiful for your ceremony and the banquet rooms are spacious and well desinged. Bonus you get to have the amazing Doubletree staff to handle all of your needs. I love working with and being part of the Doubletree by Hilton Claremont team. Briana and Eric’s fall wedding was gorgeous. The weather was perfect and everyone had a blast. Take a peak into the day.

Venue: Doubletree by Hilton Claremont
Photographer: Michelle Johnson Photography

Entertainment: Dancin’Wheels
Cake: Cucamonga Cakery

Mission Hills Country Club

Veronica + Nick

Mission Hills Country Club in Palm Desert is a gorgeous wedding venue. Veronica and Nick fell met and fell in love on the golf course so it was only natural that they would get married at a country club and Mission Hills was the perfect fit. Veronica and Nick are the sweetest couple. They compliment one another perfectly and they just look amazing together. They were so fun to work with and Mark and I loved photographing both their engagement photos as well as their Mission Hills Country Club wedding. The ceremony was held overlooking the lake and evening reception was inside the club. The guests were treated to a delicious sit down dinner and the music and dancing filled the evening with excitement and memories. Veronica and Nick and their families danced the night away. It was so much fun to photograph. We wish this sweet couple all of the love in world. Here is a peak into their wedding day.

Venue: Mission Hills Country Club in Palm Desert
Photographer: Michelle Johnson Photography

Monte de Oro Winery & Vineyard

Jillian + Bryan

Monte de Oro Winery and Vineyard in Temecula is breathtaking. The views of the Temecula Valley are incredible and it is no wonder why Jillian and Bryan chose it to be the location of their fall wedding. I loved the bright and bold colors of this wedding, it photographed so well. Jillian and Bryan were so very sweet to work with and we had such a fun day. The staff at Monte de Oro Winery and Vineyard was wonderful and all of the guests enjoyed spending the day at this gorgeous wedding venue. The guests witnessed a gorgeous ceremony with the abundance of grape vines growing in the distance and then they dined on fantastic food in the reception at Monte de Oro. Mark and I really enjoyed working with this lovely couple and we wish them so much love and happiness. Enjoy this sneak peak of this Temecula wedding. We cannot wait to photograph another wedding at Monte de Oro Winery and Vineyard.

Venue: Monte de oro Winery and Vineyard
Photography: Michelle Johnson Photography