There’s something undeniably sacred about weddings held at the Mission Basilica San Diego de Alcalá—California’s very first mission and one of the most beautiful pieces of living history in San Diego. This traditional and heartfelt wedding captured everything that makes this venue so special: reverence, romance, and a deep sense of timelessness.


As golden light filtered through the mission’s arched windows and danced along the centuries-old adobe walls, guests quietly took their seats beneath the high wood-beamed ceiling. The hush in the air was palpable.

The bride walked down the aisle in a stunning lace gown with a cathedral-length veil that trailed behind her like a whisper.


Following the ceremony, we took portraits around the mission’s picturesque grounds. The gardens, full of blooming bougainvillea and swaying palms, made the perfect backdrop for romantic couple portraits. One of my favorite moments was capturing the couple framed by the arched bell tower, holding each other as if the rest of the world had fallen away.

Their reception, held nearby, was a warm and joyful celebration. Long farmhouse tables were decorated with flickering candles and soft greenery.

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If you’re planning a wedding at Mission Basilica San Diego de Alcalá, I’d be honored to capture your story. This sacred and stunning space offers a truly timeless canvas for one of the most important days of your life.


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Contact me here to inquire about availability and learn more about my approach to heartfelt, elegant storytelling through photography.
A wedding dress fitting session showing a long white gown with delicate lace veil in natural light.
Close up detail of intricate lace wedding veil with soft romantic lighting.
A wedding dress with delicate lace veil hangs elegantly in preparation for a special day.
Spanish colonial style white building with palm trees and lush garden landscaping along terracotta tile walkway.
Silhouettes of people walking through a sunlit doorway in a historic church with balcony.
A young attendant in white dress wearing floral crown holds woven basket.
A wedding couple stands against a white Spanish colonial mission church wall with arched bell towers.
A bride in a white wedding dress touches her veil while a person in a dark suit stands nearby during the ceremony.
Vibrant floral arrangement featuring orange anthurium, yellow ranunculus, and red orchid branches in warm autumn tones.
Elegant floral centerpiece and white cake plate set against a backdrop of wedding reception guests in formal attire.
Stunning floral arrangement with orange anthuriums, yellow roses, and pink blooms on a rustic surface.
Interior view of a Catholic church sanctuary with wooden pews and vaulted ceiling lit by warm natural light.
Wedding ceremony taking place in historic church interior with elegant decor and gathered guests in the pews.
A couple shares an intimate moment during their wedding ceremony in a church while guests look on.
Catholic wedding ceremony in progress with priest in ornate vestments officiating in traditional church interior.
Wedding ceremony taking place inside historic Catholic church with decorative altar and wooden pews.
A bride and groom stand before an ornate altar during their Catholic church wedding ceremony.
Wedding couple gracefully walking along historic white mission archways and terra cotta steps.
Bride and groom walk hand in hand on brick steps outside a white Spanish colonial church.
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Newlyweds share a joyful moment in a Mediterranean garden with palm trees and white stucco walls.
A romantic wedding moment captured against white mission-style architecture and flowering shrubs.
Newlyweds share a romantic moment in front of a Spanish mission-style church with bell tower.
Joyful wedding moment captured in outdoor garden setting with white lace veil and flowers.
A couple ascending brick steps at a historic white mission church during their wedding ceremony.
Elegant bridal portrait with flowing white gown and veil against Spanish mission style architecture.
Flowing white wedding dress and colorful bouquet against garden pathway with Mediterranean architecture.
Elegant rustic wedding reception table with bistro chairs and orange floral centerpieces.
Elegant wedding reception table with amber glassware, white candles, and delicate floral arrangements.
Elegant wedding reception table with yellow flower stems in vase, candlesticks and amber glassware.
Romantic table setting with white candles, orange flowers, and golden glasses on wooden surface.
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Wedding reception venue with long tables and hanging greenery creating an intimate dining atmosphere.
White tiered wedding cake decorated with orange and yellow flowers on an ornate gold stand.