Coronado Proposal Photographer – {Stephanie + Matt} 2012-05-23

I absolutely love photographing proposals!  Not a ton of men think of hiring a professional for this moment but I have major respect for those who do!  Matt is a videographer I worked with at a wedding last year and I was stoked when he told me of his plans to propose to Stephanie.

He told me that Centennial Park was her favorite place to go and just sit/relax.  It was her birthday as well so he treated her to a massage in the morning.  I was already at the park along with my good friend and her baby (they were my cover!)

Enjoying a quiet moment

He made a book of journal entries about their relationship (Matt is holding the final page in his hand)

Matt + Stephanie were not the only ones to shed some tears (I’m a sap for love)

After the big moment, I took a few photos of the happy couple around the park!

Congrats you two! I’m so happy for you!

Boudoir Marathon – June 16th – San Diego 2012-05-24

I’m holding another boudoir marathon next month!  Contact me for more info!

Claremont Engagement Photographer – {Cami + Andy} 2012-05-15

These two are so adorable!  I met them at their wedding location in Claremont for a few photos and then we headed downtown to check out the city!  It was my first time there.  I can’t wait for their wedding in July!!

The Crossings at Carlsbad Wedding – {Stephanie and Bobby} – Photography by Mandi 2012-05-08

Photos by Mandi Contreras, Associate Photographer

Mandi Contreras is an associate photographer for Melissa McClure Photography.  To contact her directly, email mandi@melissamcclure.com

Ceremony & Reception: The Crossings at Carlsbad
Photography: Mandi with Melissa McClure Photography
Assistant Photographer: Jackie Guidi
Wedding Coordinator: Wynn Austin Events
Florist: Blush Botanicals
Officiant: Bethel Nathan
Hair & Makeup: Shelisa Burke
Entertainment: Michael Tiernan of Still Listening Productions
Brides Dress: Claire Pettibone from Bliss Bride

Downtown San Diego and Coronado Engagement Session – {Bree + Shea} 2012-05-05

Bree + Shea were referred to me by two independent sources (thanks Audra + Erin!) and I am so happy to be shooting their wedding in November!  They are obviously smitten with each other!  We spent some time at Petco (Shea is the biggest Padres and Chargers fan you’ll meet) and then down in Coronado for some amazingly yummy light!  It was a bit chilly by the end but Bree was a trooper!   It was worth it, right Bree?