Mike proposed to Leslie by taking her to ” The Barbera Festival” in Amador. It was the very place they spent together and found their favorite wine before he was deployed. He arranged a romantic weekend getaway and made sure that everything was perfect!

When you meet these two you immediately feel the love they have for one another. There is something magical about the way he looks at her, how he holds her hand and how he embraces every moment he is with her. It is a love that most people dream about.

Tucked away in the Sierra Foothills lies a beautiful boutique wedding venue called Monte Verde Inn. It was the perfect place for Mike and Leslie’s wedding. Mother Nature was threatening us with a little rain so we moved the reception inside just in case but still was able to enjoy the ceremony outside in the beautiful courtyard that was surrounded by lush greens and beautiful spring flowers.

The bouquets by O’shays were absolutely gorgeous!

Leslie made a beautiful and elegant bride.

Beautiful shots of the groom getting ready by my assistant and second shooter Allison Taroli.

Mike has been in the Army for 14 years, 10 of those years has been in active duty. Thank you for your service and working so hard to protect us, Mike!

The bride and groom reading each other’s love letters before the ceremony! I love these moments, so precious!

Did I mention what a beautiful bride Leslie made!? And that dress! Oh my goodness that dress was so gorgeous!!

Yes, they had superhero shirts underneath their tuxes!! LOVE IT!! This bridal party was a blast!

Congratulations, Mr. and Mrs. Beggs! It was truly an honor to be part of your wedding day. May god bless you in this journey together and bring you much happiness.

Venue: Monte Verde Inn//DJ: SJ’s Disc Jockey//Makeup: Shana Beals//Dress: bride to be couture//Bridesmaid dress: David’s Bridal//Tuxes: Enchanted bridal shoppe//Flowers: O’Shays Flowers//Cake,Caterer: Monte Verde Inn//Decor: Monte Verde Inn