Ian and Michelle {married} | Milano Photography~Riverside Wedding Photographer

"Wedding Journal"
Part II

Well, the post has finally arrived. This was an incredibly emotional wedding for Jim and I to shoot, and then even more emotional to process. This is The Durber|Dilly Wedding, and it was just AMAZING!!! This is Ms. Michelle and her wonderful new hubby Ian. This event was enough to take anyone's breath away. From the moment I arrived there were NOTHING but smiles for this bride, groom and their families. Ian and his twin brother have been stationed in the Military and are finally home safe to their families and loved ones. The Honor and Emotion represented at this Ceremony was breathtaking.
Even as I type, I can't hold back the heartfelt tears looking back at their day. Michelle and Ian just have that "feeling" about them and they tend to "illuminate" that "feeling" to everyone else. Michelle and Ian are a very powerful couple and have a "long life of happiness" ahead of them. The support and love from their families is truly captivating. This bride and groom are connected in every way possible-







okay so I had to post this out of pride for my little Mia and her friend Reagan-a couple cute flower girls ;)


The groom and his lovely mom





I couldn't help catch this look the brides mom took when she saw her daughter and husband start down the isle












I love this moment: These four are "two sets of twins" :



Michelle and Ian-We wish you a lifetime of "love"
Forever and Always-

Michelle + Ian | Milano Photography Weddings

Wedding Journal
"Part I"

I am so unprepared to post and still so incredibly speechless from this wedding event.....so, for now, as I organize and prep files for this couple, ( as well as continue to shed tears ) I came across this image and wanted to share it with the Bride and Groom. I just thought they looked so amazing together and wanted to, again, thank the Durber's and the Dilly's for allowing us to capture their perfect day




Happiness Forever and Always
to you both, from us-

Heidi+Erick | Wedding Journal {Milano Photography|Riverside Photographer}

"Wedding Journal | Part II"

So it's been a CRAZY couple of weeks, but I figured I better get to blogging :) This is Part II of Heidi and Erick's wedding journal. I have to admit, their all beach wedding brought out some incredible calming emotion....again, which explains the peace and soulfulness that defines Erick and Heidi as a couple. The more and more I view them in their photos, and finish up their proofs, the more and more I completely define them as "soulmates" ...It just shows in their photos. They are simply that couple that just watching, brings you that warm and peaceful feeling......I do believe, no matter who else or what else was on the beach that day, during that hour, Heidi and Erick were the only visible souls there-





I LOVE this sweet note that I found from Erick to Heidi....












and YES....this groom was THIS happy to be prepping to see his best friend, and his bride...I sware he smiled the ENTIRE day :)




















From Us Both, To You Both,
Peace and Happiness, Forever and Always-

Heidi+Erick | Wedding Journal {Milano Photography|Riverside Photographer}

"Wedding Journal | Part One"

I am currently in the process of preparing this couple's wedding previews and proofs, but I had to take a moment to post this particular Favorite Preview of mine that I am ordering as a huge gallery sample. I loved this candid moment, and I really wanted to share it.....there was just something about this particular completely candid moment that captivated me....It's moment's like this that scream emotion....

Heidi and Erick are a great definition of the word "Soulmate" Just being around them brings a certain "joy" to your soul.
They have that type of relationship that can be defined by the words: honesty, friendship, commitment and passion....I believe they are buried within each other's souls....

I will be adding to this post over the next few days, so please come back and visit soon and feel free to leave your comments for this wonderful couple :)

Amanda + Anthony {Milano Photography Wedding Story | Riverside Photographer}

"Amanda and Anthony"

This was an amazingly flawless day. We began our journey at the Bride's house for her prep then off over to the Ontario Hilton for the remainder of the day. The Bride and Groom were as calm as I have ever seen. And a wonderful couple. I have been working with this bride and groom for several months now and I absolutely cannot say enough. Their day was filled with emotion and happiness and it was an honor to journal their lovely day. Thank you Amanda and Anthony and may your lives be filled with joy and happiness.....



Amanda arrived and was greeted with emotion from her wonderful brother










The Bride and her pretty little girl


I had to share and comment on what a sweet lady the Bride's grandmother is.


Some Reception Fun


I loved this little "break out dance" from the bride and her brother...it got everyone motivated to celebrate and get out on the floor LOLOL


and yes, even this one was unstoppable on the dance floor all night!!! I wish I had that much energy