Allyson's Wonderland

natalie loves robert, adelaida cellars wedding

Allyson's Wonderland — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 22:33:22 +0000

where to start with Natalie and Robert, such joy, sweetness, genuine love. Natalie and Robert have had their fair share of joy, and tears. Their wedding day was nothing short of an incredibly gorgeous celebration of their love and new life together. Natalie came to me about a year ago and though we didn't meet for over 6 months, I truly felt like I knew her from our correspondence. She has such a great energy, and true joy, she was SO excited that their wedding day had finally arrived.

I believe their wedding was as every wedding should be; focused on what's truly important, the start of their lives together, not the details of the day. Now don't get me wrong here, there we beautiful details, but not overdone, they were not what was important. Natalie's mom gave one of the best toasts I've heard this year, noting that Robert was so lucky to be the "chosen" bachelor for Natalie, complete with the presentation of the last "flower" (I don't remember what it was, but it wasn't a rose, which made it pretty funny how it was presented).

The light - did I mention the light?! God was a watchin' over us that day, he blessed us with the most gorgeous light, possibly the best I've seen all summer, incredible!

Finally, I was having such a hard time picking favorites, I posted a bunch, because if I tried to pick, I'd spend so much time choosing, I might as well have just posted them all!

Thanks for reading, and CONGRATULATIONS, Natalie & Robert! Wishing you a lifetime of happiness, joy & blessings!

~allyson

Florist: Adornments

Venue: Adelaida Cellars

Coordinator: Sarah with Hostess at Your Service

Photography: Allyson Magda Photography - duhh!

Minister: Don Aaronson

I adored her shoes....

as well as the gorgeous bouquets!!

Natalie was like a party waiting to happen, nothing affected her, I love that in a bride!

one of our amazing assistants shot this, way to go Ali!

I simply could not get enough of this incredibl light! we were so blessed!!!

emily + fran ohhh so lovely!

Allyson's Wonderland — Tue, 24 Aug 2010 19:04:44 +0000

Emily and Fran met in graduate school in Tennesse. I've known Emily and her family for several years now and was just so excited when she called to tell me she's found THE ONE, and is engaged!!! We shot these last week out at Halter Ranch. Congratulations Emily and Fran!!!

halter ranch photos

featured in Rangefinder, annual portrait issue

Allyson's Wonderland — Wed, 04 Aug 2010 22:07:03 +0000

It's a complete honor to be featured in the August Rangefinder annual "portrait" issue. Here's a copy of the article! Thanks so much Rangefinder crew, you are rockin'!

To download the complete article in PDF format, please go HERE - CLICK HERE.

summertime, and the livin' is easy

Allyson's Wonderland — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 02:38:37 +0000

This summer (aka wedding season) I've been super pro-active in trying to keep "ahead of the game," so I have more time for the things I love; my husband, gardening, riding my bike, cooking, my new found sport of golf, reading, my sgt "gunny" highway (our dog). Ultimately I do this in attempt to be constantly living from a place of inspiration...in my personal life and in my work.

In living this way, I am finding myself and my life, full; full of energy for new projects, full of inspiration, full of joy, truly living my life to it's fullest. I guess I'm writing this to encourage you to do the same. I know "things" can stack up, and that is can be hard to get ahead, but I encourage you to try. As Meadow Devor says, "Bag it, Better it, or Barter it," just get it done. It's occured to me that when we live such busy lives running the rat race of deadlines, stress and just dealing with life, we are cutting off the opportunity for blessings and opportunity, because frankly, we make ourselves unavailable!

Think about it!

I truly do not think God intended us to life "busy" lives...why would He have created so much for us to enjoy on this earth? So I encourage you to not let work or the pressure of things we "do" rob us of our lives...Focus on what you want in life and manifest it!

If you don't like your story, rewrite it. You're holding the pen. ~Karenism

These are a few shots from Brad and Katie's pre-wedding sunset cruise - talk about enjoying life! The first one is my Danny boy...enjoy!

After I posted these I realize how what I'm trying to convey is a lot like a sailboat. Is your sail, full or deflated?! What do you need to do to "inflate" it? Go in the right direction...

hilary + nick :: montecito

Allyson's Wonderland — Sat, 17 Jul 2010 20:38:12 +0000

Hilary and Nick had an incredible wedding weekend. It all started at the quaint Italian Resturant, Tre Lune, in Montecito, where they held their rehearsal dinner. They were surrounded with family and close friends, it was such a great environmet. Rehearsal dinners really are a special night, all your very closest friends and family, eating and enjoying the company...doesn't get much better! Their wedding took place at a stunning private estate in the hills of Montecito. A good time was had by all...here are some details and of course, imagery!

Caterer Pure Joy
Photography Allyson Magda Photography
Floweral designs Nico Designs
Coordinator Donna Romani Events
Lighting LBPS Events

I love this first shot - so classic!

There were beautiful children and babies everywhere!

Hilary had the most incredible shoes by Christian Louboutin.

Nick's stepmom and her mom have a silver collection, which they used for the centerpieces, each one was a different silver tea pot or vase!

nikki + daniel : ) engagement proposal

Allyson's Wonderland — Thu, 15 Jul 2010 18:19:06 +0000

Daniel called me about 3 weeks before he was set to propose to his High School sweetheart, Nikki. While Nikki knew that they were going to get married next summer, she was patiently awaiting her ring to be completed, something Daniel had told her would take up to a few months. The amount of thought and love Daniel put into their engagement easily tells me, he's a perfect catch for Nikki.

So, one year and one day before their wedding next summer, he planned to bring her to a "work" party, at Sea Canyon Fruit Ranch, where they happen to be getting married next year, same weekend. He had layed out a blanket, bought some bubbly and personally choose the flowers for an arrangement for Nikki.

In case you are wondering who the dog is....as I was sitting there waiting for them to arrive, I met a new friend "Lady" who was witness to it all, as well as participated in the photos! She's the ranch dog, too funny. Nikki was SO surprised!!! Daniel had even gone to the extremes of making a fake invitation for his "work" party, it must have been pretty convincing.

As soon as they came down those steps, I could tell he was anxious to have this over with, in a good way of course! He practicaly ran to the blanket where he pulled out the ring and asked her to be his wife for the rest of his live! How so very sweet! Of course, she said yes!! and the next words that came out of Daniel's mouth, spoke volumes to me about his character....he said, "Nikki, I've been lying, like A LOT!" I started laughing to myself. I thought it was so cute that his lies, even though they were for a very good reason, were eating him up inside because that is not part of his nature.

And this wasn't all, he told her, they were going on vacation to Carmel for the weekend! He had called her boss (and lied again) to get Friday off for her, and they went on happily ever after. Congratulations you guys, I know you will share a lifetime of happiness!

You can just see the joy and shock in Nikki's expressions....love it!

Lady wanted me to pet her so bad, but she had clearly just run through the creek or something!!! dirty girl.

cruzer....

Allyson's Wonderland — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 20:20:53 +0000

Kara and Nick...I photographed their intimate and wonderful wedding celebration about 5 years ago, in Cayucos. They are such a fun, creative and easy going family. When I found out they had Cruz, I was so excited to meet him. He's just the perfect combination of their sweet personalities and creative spirits, mixed up in a two year old's body! Full of energy, wonder and short attention span, we had a lovely time photographing their family in Santa Margarita. Just had to share these!

Kara and Nick own a specialty Nursery in Cambria, called GROW....if you love succulents, this is the place to go! Check out their site, or better yet, visit them in person!

This photo makes me smile! Bunnies all over that day, and Cruz just giggled and chased them, super cute!!

I just ADORE, this photo of Cruzer's mom and dad...

jackie + jamison = pure joy

Allyson's Wonderland — Thu, 24 Jun 2010 21:05:36 +0000

I had the pleasure of shooting Jackie and Jamison's wedding at historic, Santa Margarita Ranch. It was simply a lovely couple, and a lovely wedding. This couple put so much thought into their actual wedding, ceremony and reception, it bubbled over with LOVE! It was an honor to be a part of your celebration, I know you have much success in your marriage!
xo
allyson

PS I get a ton of emails about Santa Margarita Ranch weddings, and for good reason, it's most definetely one of my favorite venues on the central coast. Destini and Allison are totally wonderful to work with. If you'd like to have your wedding there, call them today! 805/540-3214

Their Allstar team included....

Adornments - Laurel and Eileen are so talented, and Laurel is a wonderful coordinator to boot!
Joe LaBarbera - One of the smoothest DJ's on the central coast, hands down
Two Cook Catering
Couture Motion - video, a fun couple to work with!
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emily + mike, engaged

Allyson's Wonderland — Wed, 02 Jun 2010 18:14:06 +0000

Emily and Mike are my 10.10.10 couple, and I am estatic that they found me! They are both smarty pants, filled with character and wonderful vision to boot, as you can see. They met at Berkely in the PHD program for neuro - science, it's safe to say, they could loose me pretty quick in an intelligent conversation!! They just graduated, what a wonderful accomplishement!! and just a few short days after their graduation we met up to do this shoot. Hope you enjoy, congratulations you two!

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corie + sean's paso robles wedding

Allyson's Wonderland — Fri, 28 May 2010 22:11:29 +0000

Corie and Sean celebrated a beautiful wedding at Villa de Buena Vista in the midst of Paso Robles wine country. Their day was oozing with feathers and gems, family and friends, and most of all, LOVE!

Congratulations Corie + Sean! Years of joy, love & blessings!
Allyson

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Catering - El Fandago