Hot & Memorable Almond Springs Wedding

Hot, spicy, sweet…Almond Springs, like a Party Mix that you just can’t stop eating, it’s Rikki & Jessie’s incredible Almond Springs Wedding Day <3.

It was hot, but the cabins were cool…ahhh Air Conditioning :). But, there is something truly-lovely about the rolling golden hills on a hot autumn day…the views were as stunning as ever. Thanks too, to the amazing tree cover of the grounds around Almond Springs (gotta love a spring, an oasis).

After the long trip out to Almond Springs, far enough for our cell phones to lose service completely…a nice little feature of a remote wedding venue: disconnecting with our devices so we can connect with our loved ones ;). To begin, we captured Jessie’s crew around the property in between games of pool in the saloon :). A first look with Rikki’s dad. And the details of both of these brides getting ready.

Come together for a sweet Almond Springs Wedding ceremony <3

As the two brides wrapped their getting-ready routine and took one more moment in front of the A/C, they made their way to the wedding on the spacious lawn. Surrounded by their friends and family, they shared a beautiful ceremony. Kicked off with a wedding party and adorable flower girls ~ the two lovely brides came together ~ from opposite ends of the ceremony ~ in a truly unique celebration. With their vows, rings, and a kiss, they made it official!

Announcing, “Mrs. and Mrs. Marlanzo”

With the ceremony concluded, it was time for the festivities to begin! It was time to party! And first thing first: Dessert is kicked off by an Ice Cream Truck imported by SLO Mama Sweets, in their classic attire ~ perfection! Welcome SLO Mama Sweets :). Just in time, ’cause we need a way to beat this 100+ degree heat! Add to it, an Ice Cream cake, S’more bar and a candy station.

Cue the food. And the best kind: Tacos. With all the fixings, all the toppings, and carne asada, pollo verde, and al pastor…it truly was a Taco Party (brought to us by Taco Party Catering ;)). This day keeps getting better, or should I say “cooler” (because it was!). And as the sun dipped in its final hour of light, we enjoyed tacos and a couple of signature cocktails (hers & hers).

The sun did set, and we were there atop the hill to capture it all. The golden light of golden hour is just a bit extra, like 24 karat…and these two brides were aglow. The night capped with drinks and dancing in the saloon and adjacent dance floor, with a set list brought to us by DJ Angel (Heavenly). It was a lovely day celebrating these newlyweds at Almond Springs, and the heat of the day brought us a magnificent evening under the glorious and clear night sky!

If you’re starting to dream of your very own Almond Springs Wedding, (I don’t blame ya) try contacting us, here.

For all other matters about these newlyweds, you’ll have to find them on their honeymoon…and that information is classified. A beautiful day to remember forever and revisit well, right here, with a quick preview of the photo gallery from their day!

And should you have any well-wishes for the newlyweds, feel free to leave a comment below ~ I’m sure they’d happily accept a little bit more love from their biggest fans!

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a group of people posing for a photo
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two flower girls in dresses walking down a aisle Almonds Springs
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a woman in a black dress
a man and woman kissing under a arbor
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a man and woman dancing in a dirt area
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a man and woman standing in a field
a man and woman kissing in a field
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Meet the crew

Blake Andrews founded SLOtography in 2008 and now works alongside photographer James Lester, Stephen Heraldo, and videographer Robin Ayers. Together, they bring more than 10 years of experience (and serious good vibes) to weddings and events throughout San Luis Obispo and the Central Coast.

441

That’s how many weddings I just counted—441 weddings I’ve had the pleasure of capturing. All time.

Starting in 2008, that’s an average of 26 weddings per year! Wow. Yes, that includes elopements. However, I’ve also calculated that, on average, I spend about six hours capturing each wedding.

For all of you who love numbers, this one’s for you. And here’s a big one:

500.

For a long time, I had the number 500 in mind—like, “After 500, I’m out!”

At the rate I’ve been going for the last five years, I’ll hit 500 by the end of 2026.

Spoiler: I’m not retiring in 2027. That’d be no fun. So maybe 2037? I’ll lay down my camera, and I’ll…
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Wedding Management: Amanda Holder Events
Venue: 4 Deer Ranch
Photography: SLOtography 
Videography: SLOtography
Rentals: All About Events
Floral Design: @lori_boe_floral 
Catering: Fire and Wine Catering
Desserts: @daisydelights
Bartending: Copper & Crystal, Bar Service
Live Music/DJ/MC: Come Alive Entertainment
Beauty: Blush & Bangs
Officiant: Marriage with Meaning
Transportation: SLO Safe Ride

#theknot #ditchthewitch #greenweddingshoes #smpweddings #soloverly

Wedding Management: @amandaholderevents
Venue: 4 Deer Ranch
Photography: @slotography + 2nd: @heraldofamilyphoto
Videography: @slotography
Rentals: @allaboutevents
Floral Design: @lori_boe_floral
Catering: @fireandwinecatering
Desserts: @daisydelights
Bartending: @copperandcrystal
Live Music/DJ/MC: @comealiveentertainment
Beauty: @blushandbangsco
Officiant: Marriage with Meaning
Transportation: slosaferide
@kristenmariecunningham
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#theknot #ditchthewitch #greenweddingshoes #smpweddings #soloverly 

Wedding Management: @amandaholderevents
Venue: 4 Deer Ranch
Photography: @slotography + 2nd: @heraldofamilyphoto
Videography: @slotography
Rentals: @allaboutevents
Floral Design: @lori_boe_floral
Catering: @fireandwinecatering
Desserts: @daisydelights
Bartending: @copperandcrystal
Live Music/DJ/MC: @comealiveentertainment
Beauty: @blushandbangsco
Officiant: Marriage with Meaning
Transportation: slosaferide
@kristenmariecunningham
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#theknot #ditchthewitch #greenweddingshoes #smpweddings #soloverly
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blake@slotography.com

 

San Luis Obispo, CA
Wedding & Event Photographer

 

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@slotography

515 Broad Street, Suite B

San Luis Obispo, CA 93405

 

blake@slotography.com

 

San Luis Obispo, CA
Wedding & Event Photographer

 

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