Paul & Kersey | Newport Beach Wedding Rehearsal

I now have the pleasure of going back to last summer, to one of the most incredible experiences of my life... photographing Paul and Kersey's wedding week in Newport Beach!

My sister Becky accompanied me as my assistant and second shooter (pretty much indispensable to me!), and we spent a week staying on Balboa Island and having the MOST relaxed time I think I've EVER had in my life! We knew Kersey from several years ago when we lived in southern California, so reconnecting with her through Facebook and having this opportunity was just SO much fun and such a blessing on so many levels! We were excited to meet Paul who is a fellow Canadian, and as it turned out... they were totally made for each other. :D (Oh Kersey, you and your thing for Canadians. ;)

Since this was a series of events, I'll cover it in several posts, starting with the day of the rehearsal. The bride and groom to be showed us around the island and around the rest of Balboa to pick out some spots for photos before heading off to the ceremony venue: A cruise ship!



















































After the rehearsal on board, everyone headed back to the main house on the Island for the barbecue/luau. WHAT FUN, seriously.







































Stay tuned for photos of the wedding day and then... their adventurous "Day After" session! Parasailing and ferris wheels. Who could want anything more?