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Taft Ranch Wedding – Angelica+Riley

November 9, 2015

Hay Toppers Stellar Sunset Angelica+Riley’s Taft Ranch Wedding

Gel+Riley did it right. They kept it cool on their wedding day, tied the knot, witnessed an incredible sunset and trumped it all with an amazing dance party; Taft Ranch’s mind was blown. Following their wedding, they escaped to the other side of the world for an adventurous honeymoon in New Zealand and Fiji. Well done, all around.

#theMerger was a complete success, and it was a pleasure to witness these two tie the knot and celebrate with their crew! PS – The dance floor, went off.

Check out their awesome wedding video, courtesy of Mr. Dustin Wise of SLOtography:

Wedding Photo Tree Instax The Boxer Pup Getting Ready in the Motorhome The Gentlemen All Suited Gents in Front of Taft Ranch Barn The Groom The Groom Underneath the Tree Hanging Dress at Taft Ranch Detailed Ring Shot and Cufflinks Bride on Bear Skin Rug Bride at Taft Ranch Bride Gets Dress Buttoned up by Mother Maid of Honor Laughs Bridal Tattoos Bridal Party at Taft Ranch First Look in the Oak Trees First Kiss at First Look First Look First Kiss Wedding Party Inside Taft Ranch Barn Bridal Bouquet Bride in Barn Wedding Ceremony at Taft Ranch Taft Ranch Wedding Ceremony Officiant Awaits Wedding Ceremony Groom Down the Aisle Wedding Party Down the Aisle Gentlemen Lined up at Wedding Ceremony Ring Exchange Newlyweds Wedding Guests Celebrate The Gentlemen The Wedding Party Wedding Party Portraits Newlywed Piggybacks Little Girl Googly Goggles Little Boy Roar Horseshoes Bridal Bouquet and Tool Portrait on Bridge Maid of Honor Speech Speech to Newlyweds Rib Lovers Baby in Mother's Arms Newlywed Kiss by the Bridge Laughing Bride Coasters Father Speech Speech From Groom Cheers from Bride and Groom Bride and Groom Kiss The Bridal Congratulations First Dance at Taft Ranch Bridemaid Dance Dance Party Goes Off Taft Ranch Barn Couple Newlyweds at Creek Laughing Bride at Sunset Kiss in the Sun Sunset Holding Hands Sunset Under the Oaks Love by the Tree Kiss by the Tree Wild Sky Lovers Moonlit Kiss Sunset in the Oaks The Climb Newlyweds on the Hay Bale Fiery Love Need a Hand Wedding Cake Taft Ranch Barn Party Party On Taft Ranch Little Thriller Dance Off Bridal Breakdown Bridal Sass Photographer Gets a Picture Inhaler Dance Party Lighting Dance Off Party Shoulder Stand Dance Party Newlyweds on Dance Floor Newlyweds on the Bridge

Vendors:

Venue: Taft Ranch

Makeup+Hair: Courtney Rossi Artistry

Music: DJ Gy Ryder

Videography: Dustin Wise of SLOtography

Tags: Atascadero, Courtney Rossi Artistry, DJ GY Ryder, Dustin Wise, Taft Ranch

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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.

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"It is hard to believe how you were able to so creatively capture so many aspects of Jonny and the Celebration of Life in those few minutes and without knowing us." – Kimberly

Honoring a loved one’s memory is a deeply personal journey. For Jonny’s family, that meant coming together, sharing stories, and creating new traditions in his honor.

Creating this tribute was an honor, and we’re now offering memorial slideshows and tribute videos to help families preserve these meaningful moments.

Learn more: SLOtography.com/memorial

#MemorialVideo #TributeVideo #CelebrationOfLife #HonoringLovedOnes #SLOtography

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"It is hard to believe how you were able to so creatively capture so many aspects of Jonny and the Celebration of Life in those few minutes and without knowing us." – Kimberly

Honoring a loved one’s memory is a deeply personal journey. For Jonny’s family, that meant coming together, sharing stories, and creating new traditions in his honor.

Creating this tribute was an honor, and we’re now offering memorial slideshows and tribute videos to help families preserve these meaningful moments.

Learn more: SLOtography.com/memorial

#MemorialVideo #TributeVideo #CelebrationOfLife #HonoringLovedOnes #SLOtography

The sweetest. 3 generations of ladies getting ready. Beautiful newlyweds. A mission SLO wedding. A true-SLO celebration. ❤️
Bridal Prep: @thehotelslo
Florals: @_mdlevents_
Bridal Gown: @marehcouture
Ceremony: Mission San Luis Obispo De Tolosa
Reception: @novorestaurant

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The sweetest. 3 generations of ladies getting ready. Beautiful newlyweds. A mission SLO wedding. A true-SLO celebration. ❤️
Bridal Prep: @thehotelslo
Florals: @_mdlevents_
Bridal Gown: @marehcouture
Ceremony: Mission San Luis Obispo De Tolosa
Reception: @novorestaurant

What’d you do for Valentine’s Day? Way to set the bar high, Dimitri…proposal perfection. Outfit on point ❤️ 🌹. Such a great anniversary TBH…makes Valentine’s Day actually meaningful ;)

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What’d you do for Valentine’s Day? Way to set the bar high, Dimitri…proposal perfection. Outfit on point ❤️ 🌹. Such a great anniversary TBH…makes Valentine’s Day actually meaningful ;)

Wedding chronology. Barbara+Jimmy just carrying on the love from Valentine’s on 2/15/25

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Wedding chronology. Barbara+Jimmy just carrying on the love from Valentine’s on 2/15/25

The concept of celebrating your 40th birthday by inviting 20 of your closest, quirkiest couple friends to gather together and dress in the theme of their chosen hotel room is nothing short of brilliant. Aslo brilliant: doing it all at the Madonna Inn ;). Congrats on being legends, Renee & Chris! And Happy Valentine’s Day…if you’re into that? @madonnainn1958 @madonnainnevents ~ if you have any interest in seeing more from this shoot and the MadonnaInn, find the link to my blog in my profile!

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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