Custom House Plaza, Monterey, California Wedding Gee and Andy

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Written By Flora Gibson

I approach wedding photography like I'm shooting for a documentary, a love story. I like to believe couples and families will look back on these photos with their children and grandchildren. What an honor that I was chosen to document every detail so that Gee & Andy won't have any problem remembering their perfect day when they choose to re-tell it. Their memory gardens wedding in Monterey was magical, the magnolia trees were blooming, the sun peeked through the trees just as Andy promised Gee forever and all their loved ones gasped as Gee walked down the aisle. Photography can be a love-hate relationship, constantly comparing oneself to others, or feeling uninspired. I love when I get to step back from being the director and just watch for the beauty in the details. And there were so many beautiful details! 

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