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McBirney Family Portraits ~ Montaña de Oro, CA.
This excellent family met me out at MDO on a beautiful afternoon to collect some celebratory photos! Some of the crew are about to graduate college, others: high school, and well…they’re all brothers/sisters. It was a pleasure to hang with this beautiful & solid family unit 🙂
Blake Andrews founded SLOtography in 2008 and now works alongside photographer James Lester and videographer Robin Ayers. Together, they bring more than 30 years of experience (and serious good vibes) to weddings and events throughout San Luis Obispo and the Central Coast.
Rich came down the aisle to “Eye of the Tiger.” Absolute legend. 🐅🥊 Like Rocky, but with the sweetest heart. ❤️ ~ and Queenie is an absolute beauty! These two scored a beautiful day and celebration with friends and Family at Shore Cliff Lodge in Pismo!
Wedding Team
* Coordinator — @coordinatingwithk
* DJ — Not specified
* Photobooth — Not specified
* Lounge Rental — Not specified
* Dessert / Cake — Not specified
* Bartending — @ventanagrill
* Photographer — @slotography
* Videographer — Not specified
* Reception Venue — @ventanagrill
* Ceremony Venue — @shorecliffhotel
It’s not only an immense privilege and absolute joy to photograph the wedding of a close friend and colleague, but Aerin & Robin’s celebration was truly one of a kind. Every moment was filled with surprises, whimsy, and so much heart. I feel incredibly grateful to have witnessed—and documented—their love. 💕 I’m so proud of Robin for the journey they’ve been on since the day we met (I think they were 17!) and every day since. Inspirational. And Aerin is every bit as amazing ~ these two are an explosion of beautiful in all of the ways. Congratulations!
* Venue | @lavender.oak
* Wedding Planner | Live & Love Events
* Photography | Blake Andrews | SLOtography
* Videography | Nick + Dustin (@SLOtography <3)
* Officiant | Vivien
* DJ | Muir Music
* Bar Service & Event Staff | Iris and Daisy (Bar service, buffet assistance, bussing)
* Catering | Tacos
* Slushie Machines | Iris and Daisy
* Popcorn Machine | Robin’s Family
"Tonight isn`t about standing out from each other, it`s about standing alongside each other." 🤍
That`s exactly what Vibe After Five is all about.
An evening dedicated to bringing together the incredible wedding professionals of the Central Coast to connect, collaborate, and celebrate the community we`re fortunate to be a part of. From familiar faces to first-time attendees, every conversation helps strengthen this industry.
A huge thank you to everyone who made this year`s event possible and to everyone who came out to be part of it. Here`s to supporting one another, building new relationships, and continuing to grow together.
Until next year! ✨
Venue @tarcreekranch
Planning @amandaholderevents @saraelizabethweddingsandevents
Bar @mixedeventsbarservice
Bar Sponsor @californiaweddingday
Catering @chefs_table_catering
Charcuterie @the.charcuterie.bar
Content Creator @contentbykam
Crafts @keshet_lavoux_kids_art_studio
Dessert @justbakedpaso @thesmorescart @sugarbellebuffets
DJ @ DJ Ladell
Florals @elegantdetailsflowers
Mini Highland Cows @bennyonthemoove
Photo Booth @synergyphotobooth
Photography @yvonnegollphotography @capture.connect.photography
Rentals @c.c.party.factory @allaboutevents
Signage @palette.and.pine
Staffing @behindthescenes_staffing
Video @slotography @videobyrobin
Hosts @patmanang @mixedeventsbarservice @mdlevents @jcat_chalkitup
Some weddings are just “the vibe” ~ I don’t even know why, but every frame from this wedding was glorious. Probably just a beautiful couple, a glorious day and some incredible views*
*The Chateau did not hurt
Congratulations, Kiara+Brice!!!
* Planning & Coordination | Daring to Dream Events (@daringtodreamevents)
* Photography | SLOtography (@slotography)
* Catering | Grapevine Catering (@grapevinecatering)
* Officiant | Love Celebrations by Gaye (lovecelebrationsbygaye)
Senbazuru—the tradition of 1,001 origami cranes at weddings—is deeply rooted in Japanese culture, symbolizing good fortune, longevity, and a thousand years of happiness. Traditionally, family and friends fold 1,000 paper cranes while sharing wishes for the couple’s future, with the 1,001st crane added as an extra blessing and a little boost of good luck.
It’s always such a treat to see meaningful cultural traditions woven into a wedding celebration. At Jackie and Ryan’s wedding, we had the privilege of experiencing not only the beauty of Japanese traditions but also the vibrant warmth of Mexican culture, showcased through incredible food, festive drinks, and an unforgettable performance by a talented Mariachi band. It was a beautiful celebration that honored both families and the traditions that shaped their story.
Wedding Team
Venue: Swallow Creek Ranch | @swallowcreekranch
Catering: Old SLO BBQ|@oldslobbq
Bar: Classic Cocktails |@classic_cocktails_bartending
Florals: Farmermaid Flowers| @farmermaidflowers
Makeup: Anna Grimes| @makeup_by_anna_grimes
Hair: Nichole Potter |@nichole.hair
Entertainment: DJ Sol| @officialdjsol | @yeswedoweddings
Mariachi Music : Mariachi Autlence | @mariachi_autlence
Photography +Videography,: SLOtography| @slotography
Photobooth: Moxnco | @moxnco
Wedding Coordinator: Wild Coast Rituals @wildcoastrituals
Transportation: Elegant Image | @elegantimagelimousine
Dessert: Sunset Churros|
515 Broad Street, Suite B
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
515 Broad Street, Suite B
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
blake@slotography.com
I live in Bakersfield and am interested is some family portraits on the beach, preferably Moonstone or shell beach. Just wondering what prices would be.