Stephanie Fong Photography: Blog

Pizza, beer, Disney & I Do's - Deanna & Kat

(Stephanie Fong Photography) — Fri, 20 Nov 2020 18:31:55 GMT

Deanna and Kat knew exactly the kind of wedding they wanted. They didn't need anything extravagant, they didn't need a fancy dinner. All they wanted was pizza, beer, and their closest family and friends. They chose The Cellar and Loft at Mission Brewery located in Downtown San Diego. The private two leveled space was covered with beautiful brick walls, rustic wood details, and sky lights that illuminated both floors. Deanna and Kat stayed true to who they were and tied in the sweetest Disney Details throughout their wedding. From the succulent holders, to the UP inspired pins and adventure fund jar, they truly made it their own and had the best time with it. They rock, paper, scissored who would say they vows first, they cheered with beers before their official kiss as wife and wife. There wasn't much that was traditional about this wedding and I absolutely loved it. For dinner they hired Dang Brother's Pizza who parked their 1974 American La France firetruck right outside to make and serve wood-fired pizzas right on the spot. After dinner everyone participated in the draw on your head paper plate game then went upstairs to dance the night away with Jenny Katzen of Mix N Hits Entertainment. Jenny took it upon herself to light up the dance floor in beautiful rainbow colors to celebrate this incredible couple and their journey as Mrs and Mrs.

Venue: The Cellar and Loft at Mission Brewery

DJ & Lighting: Mix n Hits

Catering: Dang Brothers Pizza

Photography: Stephanie Fong Photography

Swooning over all the Disney details!

Best first look reaction!

Custome made Converse shoes for the big day!

Kat & Deanna waited out of sight as guests began to arrive. They got to have this private moment filled with a mix of emotions as they were minutes away from saying their vows.
Rock, paper, scissors to see who would say their vows first!

I've lost count of the number of times I've been back for their pizza..Dang Brother's rule!! The paper plate game! Kat & Deanna played this the night they got engaged and made sure to include it on their wedding day. If you don't know it, a speaker will list items to draw on top of your head without lifting your plate until the very end! Sometimes the list is about 20 items and will build on top of one another!

Love the surprise rainbow setup by Jenny of mixnhits!

Mike & Kristine's Rustic Joshua Tree Wedding

(Stephanie Fong Photography) — Mon, 02 Nov 2020 00:49:21 GMT

Mike and Kristine love the outdoors. They've hiked countless mountain tops, trekked through snow and forests so it only made sense to them to marry in nature. From their wedding rings to the stunning headpiece, bouquets, and center pieces, Mike and Kristine stayed true to who they are and incorporated as many nature inspired details as they could. They chose 29 Palms Inn located just outside of Joshua Tree National Park for the perfect desert retreat. This property was a photographers dream as each bungalow and cabin was uniquely designed with its own character. Kristine and her bridesmaids stayed in Irene's Historic Adobe while Mike and his groomsmen stayed in the Hermitage Cabin. These two spaces were so different yet stayed true to the rustic charm and natural beauty that surrounded them. After their ceremony at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, we traveled into Joshua Tree for some fun bridal party portraits. They climbed boulders, posed as Joshua Trees and made sure to enjoy the beautiful terrain this national park had to offer. Once I was done with the bridal party, I got to spend some extra time with the newlyweds chasing the gorgeous desert light. While we were gone, Dana with Josefina Events, transformed the lawn area to a beautiful rustic and nature inspired reception site. Farm tables were topped with succulents and desert plants. Market lights and a beautiful crystal chandelier brought just the right amount of light for their intimate reception. Nature made its way into almost every detail this day and I loved every bit of it!

Venue: @29palmsinn

Coordinator: Dana with @josefinaevent

Flowers: @mylittleflowershoppalmsprings

Hair & Make up: @jrussellbeauty

Dress: @bbbridalbois

Desserts: @exquisitedesserts

Photography: @stephaniefongphotography

Invitations made by the talented bride!

Enchanting Green Gables Wedding - Vicky & Brian

(Stephanie Fong Photography) — Sun, 10 Nov 2019 21:43:27 GMT

Vicky is one of those people who you meet and are instantly drawn to. Her energetic, fun loving personality simply lights up the room and makes you feel like you've known her or years. Each wedding I am lucky enough to get to document is so special but when I get to connect with my couples and build a friendship, I feel even more blessed to get to do what I do.

Green Gables has been a venue that I have been wanting to shoot at for a very long time. Their mixture of rustic vintage decor intertwined with lush gardens and bright twinkle lights make it such an enchanting little gem. It was the perfect venue for Vicky & Brian's whimsical wedding and I couldn't have been happier for them! They spent months planning and designing every little detail from backdrops to wardrobe to even the star of the day, their dog Tofu! The mix of navy and burgundy flowed throughout the entire venue, thanks to the ever so talented Mandy of Ruby Bloom Florals. The day was as romantic as it was fun as they danced the night away to their favorite boy band songs. I've never seen a bride dance as much as Vicky did, not even changing her shoes once I must add! To top the incredible night off, they even brought in Afters Ice Cream as a late night snack! This was definitely one of my favorite weddings to shoot and attend!

Photography: Stephanie Fong Photography & Denley Wong Photography

Venue: Green Gables Wedding Estate

Coordinator: Petar Sivcev

Makeup: Beauty by Diem

Flowers: Ruby Bloom Florals

Video: Sundream-Films

DJ: Dancing DJ productions

Photobooth: Haha Booths

Dessert: Afters Ice Cream

I am now obsessed with the cookie monster ice cream from Afters!

Everyone was packing up to leave but when I saw these twinkle lights, I knew we needed a shot under them!

Sunset Cliffs Wedding - Adam & Jae

(Stephanie Fong Photography) — Sat, 13 Apr 2019 07:46:00 GMT

Jae came to me with one of the most amazing and touching stories I have heard in my career as a photographer. Jae was in a car accident in 2011 and suffered from mild amnesia. She couldn't remember much of the previous four years but happen to have a ton of photos from being a photography and art student. It wasn't until she started looking through these photographs that helped jog a lot of her memories, memories that if she hadn't had photos of, would have been completely forgotten. Jae truly saw the value in photography and right away I felt such a responsibility to produce the best photos I could for her.

Adam and Jae were married at the beautiful Inn at Sunset Cliffs. The entire day was spent outside along the seaside, laughing and dancing until the moon came up. The bridal party could not have been more attentive, their families could not have been sweeter. The happiness on Jae's face says it all that day. I could not have felt more honored to have been chosen to document such an important day for her and Adam. Thank you Mr & Mrs Gage <3

Venue: Inn at Sunset Cliffs Gina West [email protected]

Photography: Stephanie Fong Photography & Danielle Alexandra McBryer

Wedding dress: BoLee Bridal Couture [email protected]

Tailoring: Angelica's Custom Tailor Angelica Rodriguez angelicascustomtailor@gmail.com

Catering: All Aspects Catering Simon Clayburn allaspectscateringandevents@gmail.com

Suits: Men's Fashion Depot

Louboutins to top off any outfit

Jae's maternal grandmother, Estrella G. Diosa or "Grandma Ester," passed away in October 2014. She was a beautiful woman who taught her children and grandchildren to love and cherish all the wonderful moments that you have with family and loved ones. She was very quiet but she was filled with so much joy and shared so much laughter with all of them.

When she passed away, Jae's maternal grandfather, Buenaventura Q. Diosa or "Grampa Ben," gave Ester's ring to Jae and Adam. Ben wanted the ring to stay within his family and passed it along to his oldest granddaughter, Jae. He wanted his wife to be remembered through this heirloom and hopes that it will represent many more years of marital bliss, as it did in the 51 years that he was married to Ester before her untimely death.

Although she wasn't there when Adam and Jae took their vows, she will be with them in their memories and through her beautiful ring.
All florals done by Jae's talented Mother!

A little tribute to their love of Lord of the Rings!

Everything from All Aspects Catering was so good!!!

Surprise flash mob dance for the bride and groom! One of the best Father-Daughter dances ever!

The shoe game! Couples are asked questions on who is more likely to do something or was the first to do that and they answer by lifting their shoe

Amabelle & Kevin's North Park Engagement

(Stephanie Fong Photography) — Tue, 02 Oct 2018 20:40:57 GMT

North Park was the first of many dates for Kevin and Amabelle so it only came natural that they wanted it to be apart of their engagement session. Having grown up in the neighborhood, I quickly felt at home and was flooded with ideas. We started at North Park Beer Company where, thanks to the incredible staff, we had the space all to ourselves. We loved every little detail from the high ceilings to the industrial feel decor and even the beautiful private mezzanine. After finishing up their beers, we headed over to Holsem Coffee for a more modern and cozy feel. Holsem is a bit newer to the neighborhood but I was instantly drawn to the white marble counter tops, tall open windows, and sleek and contemporary design. Their staff went above and beyond to save us a table and we were able to get some fun shots with their delicious coffees. We then did a quick stop over at Verbatim Books for a more intimate session. The rows of wooden book shelves allowed just the right amount of privacy for Kevin and Amabelle's romance to shine. We then walked over to URBN to pay homage to where it all began for them. The brick walls and mix of metal and wood was the perfect background for these two love birds. Our last stop was none other than Hammonds Gourmet Ice Cream! We were able to beat the lunch crowd and got to enjoy a sweet treat to end our North Park day session.

Special thanks to Courtney at NPBC, Salpi at Holsem, Jess at URBN, and Trang at Hammonds for being so accommodating and going above and beyond in making this engagement session as amazing as it was!

Locations: North Park Beer Company, Holsem Coffee, Verbatim Books, URBN North Park, Hammonds Gourmet Ice Cream

Makeup: Thuy with FreshFaceEra

Beautiful backyard wedding - Kelly & Roland

(Stephanie Fong Photography) — Tue, 18 Sep 2018 05:17:57 GMT

Not all weddings have to be at a fancy venue! Kelly and Roland's special day had all the details of an extravagant wedding packed right into her parents' backyard. One of my favorite parts of the day was taking them away for a quick portrait session just down the street. I always urge my couples to take a little time, just two of them, to soak in becoming Mr & Mrs. The lighting was perfect, the park was private, the timing was just right as their coordinators transformed their ceremony site into a beautiful reception. Thank you Kelly and Roland for having me document such an amazing day for you both!

Incredible wedding planning by Laura and Dana of @josefinaevents. Beautiful blooms by @ruby.bloom. Great music and DJ by @djartform! And delicious food by Top Hat Catering. Thank you to all the wonderful vendors for making this day as awesome as it was!

Mandy is such an artist with her florals!
Had to recreate their high school prom photo lol

that light!!!

their first dance as husband and wife to NSYNC "This I promise you"

sibling love

Montana Cielo Wedding - Charles & Danella

(Stephanie Fong Photography) — Tue, 18 Sep 2018 04:16:41 GMT

One of my favorite things about Nella is how she laughs with her entire body. I'm not sure what Charles whispers in her ear but I've never seen such a genuine and quick response in a couple. I've known Charles since High School and when they said they wanted me to document their wedding day, it was an easy yes. Nella is an amazing artist and handmade so many details including the marvel boutonnieres and personalized place cards! This was my first time shooting at Montana Cielo and I definitely hope not the last. The owners were as sweet as can be and were so open to utilizing everything that this beautiful property had to offer. With the mixture of awesome vendors and endless personal touches throughout the entire wedding, this was definitely one for the books! There was no shortage of laughter or tears from this day either, just have a look for yourself!

Venue: Montana Cielo

Wedding Planner: Bash Weddings and Events

Photographer: Stephanie Fong Photography & Denley Wong Photography

Catering: Wild Thyme

DJ: Mr Groove

Cake topper: Zard Apuya Art

Dessert/Cake: Baby Cakes

Makeup & Hair: Tisha Arterberry

Bouquet: @bonitabouqets

Photobooth: Pixster Photobooth

Completely obsessed with this hanger from BHLDN

Forever lasting bouquets by @bonitabouqets!

LOVED the comic book themed details!

hand painted by the bride herself! She made me cry too

\ Amazing personalized cake toppers by Zard Apuya Art
Beautiful surprise performance of "The Story"

The Dana on Mission Bay Wedding - Jiaxi & Wei

(Stephanie Fong Photography) — Thu, 16 Nov 2017 00:37:23 GMT

Jiaxi and Wei may be quiet at times but their wedding spoke volumes. Jiaxi's art background made their wedding nothing short of beautiful. From her dress, to her flowers, to the stunning dessert table, Jiaxi had a vision and was able to execute it in the most elegant way. I instantly fell in love with her flowers as they were just the right mix of delicate pastels. Their dessert table was done so exquisitely, I could not stop shooting it. Thanks to their incredible vendors, Michelle with Creststone Events, Nadine with Studio Fleurish, and Peggy with Peggy's Kitchen, these talented ladies went above and beyond to ensure that every detail was picture perfect.

Venue: The Dana on Mission Bay

Makeup/Hair: Flora Ngai

Florist: Studio Fleurish

Photographer: Stephanie Fong Photography

Cake/Desserts: Peggy's Kitchen

Coordinator: Creststone Events

Dress: BHLDN

hand painted cake toppers by the bride!

Jen & Scott Orange County Engagement

(Stephanie Fong Photography) — Wed, 17 May 2017 20:22:39 GMT

Being a 3rd wheel never felt so great! Jen and Scott were so incredibly natural in front of the camera, it was as if I wasn't even there. Their love is so apparent, so full that it seriously makes me love what I do even more. We started the day at their first date, A La Minute Ice Cream Shop. The window light, the decor, and especially the delicious ice cream was a perfect start to getting to know Scott and Jen. We then headed to Oak Canyon Nature Center which was full of beautiful oak trees and wide open trails to get away from the city life. Our final destination was the infamous Pirate Tower in Laguna Beach's Victoria Beach where as you can see, was nothing short of a romantic ending to an amazing session. Thank you Jen & Scott and all those who helped make this an unforgettable day!

Photographer: Stephanie Fong Photography

Location: Orange County, Anaheim, Laguna Beach

yep, it was as good as it looks! The type of love we dream about <3

Carmel Mountain Ranch Wedding - Phoebe & Guillermo

(Stephanie Fong Photography) — Thu, 23 Mar 2017 00:15:10 GMT

What can't I say about Phoebe and Will's wedding day. There was so much thought put into every detail that we just had to capture it all! Carmel Mountain Ranch Country Club was the perfect mix of elegance and romance. The classic white interiors with wrap around windows and charming gold chandeliers matched seamlessly with every detail. They added vintage furniture and decor to keep with the theme and had everything laid out beautifully thanks to their amazing coordinator Nicole. Even with the change in weather, Nicole and the Country Club team moved the ceremony indoors and worked flawlessly to transform the space to their reception area. Thank you to all the incredible vendors who helped make this day as perfect as it could be. Thuy and Grace with their flawless makeup, I seriously love this team! Mandy and her team at Ruby Bloom for the stunning floral arrangements. Nicole for all her hard work before, during, and even after the wedding day! It could not have run smoother as it did thanks to her! Danielle for sharing your talents and assisting me with the day. And of course Phoebe & Guillermo for having me be apart of their special day. I love you guys!

Photography: Stephanie Fong Photography & Danielle Alexandra McBrayer

Venue: Carmel Mountain Ranch Country Club

Event Coordinator: Nicole Manalo Events

Flowers: Ruby Bloom

Makeup: Thuy & Grace with FreshFaceEra

Hair: Serina Tiller @loving_3v3ry_min

Furniture: With Love Event Decor

Dress: Unveiled Bridal

Alterations: Primos Alterations Mission Gorge

Tux and Dresses: JD Events

Cake & Baked goods: Edelweiss Bakery in Rancho Bernardo

DJ: @djtempoe

Officiant: Jason with Ceremonies by Bethel

Invitations: Katelyn from Paper Plum Co. On Etsy

such talented and beautiful ladies <3

Mandy and her team hard at work!

such beautiful captures by Danielle!

Nicole did an amazing job coordinating everything!

won't be the last time I work with this talented lady!

Congratulations Phoebe & Will!!!

Mount Hood Oregon Wedding - Lexi & Grant

(Stephanie Fong Photography) — Tue, 03 Jan 2017 11:05:30 GMT

I got to visit Portland, Oregon for the first time earlier this year and I fell head over heels <3 .The waterfalls, the greenery, the hiking trails, the mountains, trees....EVERYTHING was just breath taking! I couldn't get this city out of my head and then months later, my good and talented friend Ferdie Morales asked me to help shoot a wedding with him in Mount Hood! My excitement shot through the roof with just the thought of documenting someones wedding day in such a spectacular setting, it was seriously a dream come true. Not only was this venue beautiful but Lexi, Grant, and all their friends and family were incredible to work with. Their love for each other and nature really shined through with this outdoor wedding, and I would not have changed a thing. Thank you Lexi, Grant, and family for having us and especially Ferdie for taking me on this adventure!

Location: Mount Hood, Oregon

Venue: Miller Farm Retreat

Photographers: Stephanie Fong Photography & Ferdie Morales

could this wedding get any cuter!

Mount Hood

Lavender Field Engagement - Phoebe & Will

(Stephanie Fong Photography) — Mon, 12 Dec 2016 20:18:25 GMT

Phoebe styled my hair a few years back when I was a bridesmaid for one of my best friend's wedding. That day went by incredibly quick but I felt pretty the whole day lol. Her work was just beautiful and the entire bridal party could not be happier with our makeup thanks to Thuy. Since then, I've recommended Phoebe & Thuy to brides every chance I get and even find excuses to pamper myself when I can. Their skill and passion shine through with all that they do in making us ladies feel extra special! It is such an honor to document the wedding of a fellow artist, I cannot wait for Phoebe & Will's wedding in February!

When Phoebe said she wanted an unique location for her engagement, I would of never thought of a lavender field ^_^. We had the whole farm to ourselves and it was just BEAUTIFUL! Thank you Phoebe & Guerillmo and Keys Creek Lavender Farm for an amazing session!

Photographer: Stephanie Fong Photography

Location: Keys Creek Lavender Farm

Hair: Phoebe Tran

Make up: Thuy with Fresh Face Era

Bonnie & Alex Wedding

(Stephanie Fong Photography) — Tue, 01 Nov 2016 08:12:00 GMT

There are so many things about Bonnie & Alex's wedding day that I loved but what warms my heart the most is all the loved shared between their families and especially the two of them. Just seeing the excitement in Alex's eyes when he saw his bride for the first time was a highlight in itself. His face lit up, his smile big as ever...these moments are what make me love what I do and I can't thank all my couples enough for having me on their special day. Congratulations Mr & Mrs. Guinto...may the smiles never stop growing <3

Venue: Admiral Kidd Catering & Conference Center

Photographer: Stephanie Fong Photography

Make up: Thuy with Fresh Face Era

Hair: Phoebe Tran

Videographer: Nico Agapé Films

Flowers: Elegant Touch Floral Designs

DJ: Ryan with Dominant Entertainment

Photobooth: Pixster Photo Booth

priceless!
<3 Can't forget about Bowser and Bentley!
her parents must have been so proud lol
This girl's parents were ecstatic when their basketball playing daughter caught the bouquet! lol

Monique & Tanaya

(Stephanie Fong Photography) — Tue, 02 Aug 2016 04:11:55 GMT

"Do all weddings here end up in the pool?"

"Not all but the best ones yes"

I met Monique years ago at my families restaurant. We became facebook friends instantly and ever since she found out I did photography, she's been nothing but supportive and really great friend. When she told me about Tanaya, we all knew she had met the woman she was supposed to spend her life with. Together they bring so much love and happiness into this world, I just can't get over how wonderful their day was. They had the entire Pearl Hotel to themselves and boy was it worth it! They were surrounded by their closest friends and family and you know that feeling when the room is just filled with love...this entire day was it! Nicky & I felt so blessed to have been apart of this amazing day...just see for yourself! Great big shout-out to Cynthia and the amazing staff at the Pearl Hotel! They went above and beyond to make this day as perfect as can be!

Venue: The Pearl Hotel

Day of Coordinator: Cynthia Peterson at The Pearl Hotel

Photographers: Stephanie Fong Photography & Nicky Alexandria

Hair & Make-Up: Jessica Valtierra with Disconnected Salon

Dress & Veil: The White Flower

Tux: Jcrew

Cake & Desserts: Azucar

DJ: DJ KIKI

Rings: Jareds & Robbin's Brothers

Flowers: Wholesale Flowers and Supplies

Succulents: Shop Succulents

Nails: Beauty Lounge

Nay's Hair: Antjuan at Vibe Barbershop

Garter, center pieces, bouquets: put together by brides & family <3

mandatory nap before ceremony
how adorable was their entrance! so in love with these shots that Nicky captured! father-daughter & mother daughter dances!

let the shenanigans begin...
all the Jenkin's siblings! save the wine!
when you try and throw an athlete in lol Cynthia & the entire Pearl Hotel staff was AMAZING!!

Diana & Jason

(Stephanie Fong Photography) — Fri, 15 Jul 2016 23:38:38 GMT

I've known the Thai sisters for quite some time but to witness them all together on such a special occasion was an honor in itself. The bond and talent that this family shares is simply amazing. From the bouquets and boutineers, to center pieces, alter, cake toppers and more, this bride took DIY to a whole new level. Their crocheted filled wedding was as unique and adorable as they are and I couldn't have been happier to witness it. This family parties as hard as they work and it was a blasts to capture it all! Congratulations Diana & Jason, I cannot wait to see where the road leads them next <3

Photography: Stephanie Fong Photography

Venue: Marina Village
Wedding Coordinator/ Rental: Events by Wendy Decorations & Designs

Hair/make-up: Uyen Nguyen

Cupcake Tree: Twiggs Bakery
DJ: E. Starr Entertainment

sisters <3

each rose took up to a month!

our handsome groom!

one of the best speeches ever...we all laughed and cried at the same time

the shoe game! raise your shoe if either you or your wife is the one to do this...

Thu Hoa & Tuan Maternity

(Stephanie Fong Photography) — Wed, 13 Jul 2016 17:44:40 GMT

I don't do a lot of maternity sessions but when I do, I love having my soon-to-be mama's be as adventurous as Thu Hoa :). Thu has one of those smiles that just lights up a room. For as long as I've known her, she's always been the kind-hearted and easy going just like her hubby Tuan. Their love of Star Wars will forever be apart of their family as they welcome little baby Anakin <3 Congratulations Thu & Tuan!

Marie & William Wedding

(Stephanie Fong Photography) — Thu, 17 Mar 2016 20:08:04 GMT

Thinking back at Marie & William's special day, I can't remember a moment where she did not have a smile on her face. From the very start of the day, Marie was glowing with excitement. Now I know William, their families and friends had a lot to do with it but with the help of their awesome vendors, this day could not have gone more smoothly. They transformed their Uncle's beautiful Chula Vista home into a stunning reception site along with a photo booth and gelato station to end the night. Thanks to their amazing coordinator Amber, she made sure the day flowed perfectly, allowing Marie & William to enjoy it at its fullest! Marie & William are some of the sweetest people you will meet and deserve nothing but the best! Congratulations Mr & Mrs Toribio!

Coordinator: Amber Lay Events, [email protected]

Photographers: Stephanie Fong & Nicky Alexandria

Florist: Flowers by Coley, [email protected]

DJ: Renato Palma and RJ Palma [email protected], [email protected]

Hair: Michelen Mucho, [email protected]

Makeup: Dorianne Bati, [email protected]

Catering: Personal Touch Dining

Cake: Flour Power

Gelato: Gelato Paradiso Catering

Photo Booth: BryTy Photo booth Rental

the beading on this dress was spectacular!

how great are these custom tie clips!

Nicky found the best secluded area to do more private portraits! Who would of thought this was just down the street ^_^ Can never get enough of Nicky's ring shots!

Amber did an incredible job of transforming this backyard!!!

gelato station....yes please!!!
there's an uncle in every family ;-)

Bonnie & Alex Engagement

(Stephanie Fong Photography) — Sat, 30 Jan 2016 23:24:35 GMT

Beautiful light, a stunning couple, and an adventurous location...3 of my favorite things in any shoot! Bonnie & Alex were open to all ideas for their engagement session. We initially wanted the modern lines and architecture at Salk Institute but realized a more dog friendly location would be better. We decided to venture around Julian where Alex had proposed and could not be happier with how the day turned out! With his love of camping and nature, I knew I wanted wide open spaces and tall trees surrounding them so what better location than Lake Cuyamaca! We climbed hills, trekked through bushes, and pulled over on the highway for an amazing day. I can't wait for their wedding in April!

Photography: Stephanie Fong Photography

Location: Lake Cuyamaca/Julian

Make up: Thuy with Fresh Face Era

Hair: Phoebe Tran

Marie & William Engagement

(Stephanie Fong Photography) — Fri, 21 Aug 2015 19:09:44 GMT

I've always considered my photography style to be more on the photojournalistic side. Usually my favorite images are the ones where couples are looking away from the camera with huge smiles on their faces. Nicky on the other hand is a master when it comes to portraits. She captures the inner beauty of a woman portraying their soft sensual side yet brings out a sexy confidence that all women should be proud of. She has an eye for details and I absolutely love calling her my wedding partner. It's the best of both styles of imagery when its the two of us so keep us in mind for your special day :)

Photography: Stephanie Fong & Nicky Alexandria

Location: La Jolla Cove

Make up: Thuy with Fresh Face Era

one of my all time favorites!

so simple yet so beautiful to capture

So obsessed with this wall! It's like we were in a different country!

Vivian & Thinh

(Stephanie Fong Photography) — Fri, 07 Aug 2015 23:32:00 GMT

Some of my favorite things to see while working as a wedding photographer is how couples look at each other. There's something so special and rare how one person can look at another and just through their eyes, can convey a world full of love and joy. I had met with Vivian a handful of times before meeting Thinh for their pre-wedding shoot but once I did, I fell in love with how he looked at her. Just see for yourself!

Location: Balboa Park

Dresses: BHLDN, David's Bridal

Rosa & Ryan Wedding

(Stephanie Fong Photography) — Mon, 08 Jun 2015 09:42:05 GMT

I met Rosa back in high school and I'm happy to say she is still the easy going, funny, strong willed yet light hearted person I met over 10 years ago. I loved every little detail from this day that I'm just going to have to share more photos than usual! There were a lot of familiar faces at this wedding which made it all the more fun and memorable. I'm glad to have stayed to the very end to see the craziness in full effect! Cutest dress and shoe combination goes to the Mrs ;-) Enjoy!

Special thanks to Nicky Alexandria for helping me capture this beautiful day!

Venue: Marina Village, Seaside Room

Event Coordinator: Jimmy Tran

Bride makeup: Tisha Arterberry

Bridesmaids & Hair: Uyen Design

Flowers: Nobutama Wedding Studio

Officiant: Robert L. Naranjo

Cake/Cupcakes: Elaine McElhinney

Cake topper: Ngocreations

Dj: Ardy R-type Ison

one of my all time favorite shoe & dress combinations!

time is beauty <3 how cute is her dress! absolutely perfect for Rosa!
special mother-daughter & father-daughter glances that just make me smile :)
groom getting ready photos all done by Nicky! I love this lady!
gotta have your bromance
handmade centerpieces! great job bridal party team! dessert table! how adorable is their cake topper!! the beautiful bridesmaids!
can't forget about the lovely Miss Summer our fun-loving groomsmen! I know where she gets her smile :)
so much joy! if this doesn't melt your heart....I don't know what will can't forget about Sasha! puppy love! stunning capture by Nicky!

Jimmy did an amazing job coordinating! Start your own business already!

brotherly love!

that's a wrap folks!

Happy 1st Wedding Anniversary Joanna & Michael!

(Stephanie Fong Photography) — Sun, 22 Feb 2015 10:43:00 GMT

It's been a whole year since I shot this amazing couple's wedding day! Since I've already blogged about it, I feel the need to take it back to their sexy romantic engagement session!

When I first met Joanna, I asked her to describe their style and she said "rock...romance...whiskey...unconventional." To this day, they are still one of the edgiest couples I have worked with and for that I love them even more. When they suggested an engagement shoot at Polite Provisions, I was all for it! They were so easy to capture with their natural chemistry, we could of closed the place down. But instead we headed over to the Spruce Street Suspension Bridge and ended the evening with some of the most beautiful light of 2014. Enjoy!

Location: Polite Provisions & Spruce Street Bridge

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Hiro & Peggy's Hawaiian Getaway

(Stephanie Fong Photography) — Tue, 03 Feb 2015 11:30:41 GMT

Back in 2008, I landed a spot in an internship program known as MAIP (Multicultural Advertising Internship Program) and was given the opportunity to spend a summer in NYC. I was hesitant to accept to say the least since I had never been away from home let alone lived by myself before. But with the encouragement (and threats) of family and friends, I made the move that would forever change the course of my life. It was that city, those friends, that really pushed me to pursue photography for more than just a hobby. They are some of the most inspirational, influential, determined, hard working, and adventurous lovers of life I have met and am happy to call them family. Six years later, here we are gathering to celebrate the union of our fellow interns....Congratulations Hiro & Peggy!!

Ceremony Location: Haiku Gardens, Oahu

missing all that beautiful lush greenery

Ha Family Shoot

(Stephanie Fong Photography) — Tue, 02 Dec 2014 00:13:00 GMT

Hetty is one of those people who as soon as you meet her, you will instantly love her. She is filled with so much positivity and has one of the biggest hearts (and smiles) I know. I had the pleasure of shooting her and her family back in June and loved every moment with them. Hetty was such a big help coordinating outfits, bringing her own props and organizing this shoot with everyones schedules. It brings me great joy to give something back to someone who is so kind hearted and generous herself. She even made Holiday cards to send out!

Location: Old Poway Park

can you tell who couldn't sit still and who just wanted to play with rocks...lol love her kiddos!

Colin is one of the most energetic kids I know and capturing this shot made me quite proud ^_^ how cute are her parents?!

Holiday cards!

Katja & Kirby

(Stephanie Fong Photography) — Fri, 10 Oct 2014 08:00:00 GMT

There's something to say about smaller weddings...that I love them. I love the intimacy of just having close friends and family, the ease of not feeling overwhelmed to meet and greet a ton of people, and to really enjoy the day for what it is, a celebration of your love for one another. Katja said she knew she wanted to meet me when she read that my bio was full of foodie facts and of course when I heard that, I loved her even more! Katja & Kirby had a lovely outdoor ceremony, followed by a romantically delicious dinner at Wine Vault in Little Italy. Did I mention I got to have the incredible 5-course dinner as well ;-)

Ceremony Location: Cuvier Park, La Jolla

Reception: Wine Vault & Bistro

Hair: Becca Hanratty at enVus in Pacific Beach

Cake: The French Gourmet in Pacific Beach

Dress: Davids Bridal

Dress alteration: Fran Rikhoff at Blue Button in Fort Collins

that kiss uh-oh here comes the tide....
sparklers need to be required for all exits!

Peggy & Erwin

(Stephanie Fong Photography) — Wed, 20 Aug 2014 22:28:00 GMT

Most relaxed couple of 2014 goes to Peggy & Erwin! Peggy & Erwin had an intimate Hawaiian wedding earlier in the year and wanted to celebrate with friends and family once back home. I loved every little detail put into their reception. From the soft flowers, to all the beautiful succulents, to the Hawaiian themed table numbers, and lets not forget the jar of pineapple gummy bears!

Venue/Catering: Coronado Cays Yacht Club

Wedding Planner: Amy June Weddings and Events

Florals: Organic Elements

Photobooth: Pixter Photobooth

DJ: Events by Dj David Cutler

Hair and Makeup: Jaime Lake Weddings Pro Makeup and Hair Artistry On Location

Cake: Kona Kakes Tropical Cake Bakery

Joanna & Michael Wedding

(Stephanie Fong Photography) — Tue, 25 Mar 2014 09:58:00 GMT

I cannot to begin to describe how much I enjoyed working with Joanna & Michael. There is something so effortlessly romantic about these two, I could of photographed them for days. Michael doesn't necessarily love having his photo taken but when he's in the presence of Joanna, they bring out the best in each other. Joanna has the style, grace, and best of all one of the biggest hearts I have come across. She had a vision for their wedding and gave herself plenty of DIY projects to keep her busy till the big day. They opted for a smaller, more intimate wedding which made the day all the more special for the beautiful couple. Thank you Joanna, Michael, their incredible family and friends for having me on this amazing day <3

Ceremony Location: Sunset Cliffs, Ocean Beach

Reception Location: BO-beau kitchen + bar, Ocean Beach

Officiant: Bride’s Brother

Florist: Flowers of Point Loma

Catering: BO-beau kitchen +bar

Cake: BO-beau kitchen + bar

Hair & Makeup: Flora Wade

Wedding Dress Shop: Here Comes The Bride

Dress: Wtoo Bridal

Hair Piece: Etsy Shop “Amoretto”

Brother slipped during this line but it made it that much more awesome..."for richer or pooper" Is there anything this bride doesn't do?? Joanna made the center pieces, table numbers & that wine cork board! Yeah, ridiculously good looking...I know
Infamous brussel sprouts!