I always adore photographing weddings, especially when the Bride & Groom opt for a first look! Renowned photographer, Melissa Jill, discusses "To First Look or Not to First Look." After reading this article, Jason & Marie decided to go for it! And, they were happy they did, as you can see from the really great candid moments!

I also love when the bride and groom spend time carefully planning all the details. Marie painted/illustrated their own wedding invitations! They even had a little cake topper that included their beloved dog, Piper!

The wedding and reception took place at the Royal Vista Golf Club in Rowland Heights, which was also catered by the venue. They had a very special treat when Marie's sister and a close family friend sang Endless Love by Diana Ross and Lionel Richie.

It was a beautiful wedding, and special thanks goes to a few people that helped their wedding day go so smoothly.

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Makeup: Jackie Su Makeup & Hair Artistry
Hair: Nency Sandoval and Tish from Shear Vanity Inc.
Wedding Dress: Designer: Enzoani / Bridal Salon: La Soie
Bridesmaid Dresses: Alfred Angelo
Bride's Ring: Jewelry Sales and Design
Groom's Ring: Northwood Rings
Wedding coordinator- Marc Deco Design
DJ: Adam Paz
Cake: Patty's Cakes and Desserts
Florist: C&L
Videographer: Valenzuela Video
Wedding Invitation by Kandice Milloy

They were high school sweethearts, both in their freshmen year. Richie was on the football team and Holley was a cheerleader. She always thought he was cute but never felt he was her type, except for that smile! She loved his smile.

Richie would see her sitting on the bench every morning, eating their high school's famous freshly made chocolate chip cookies. They talked every now and then and he always thought she was cute, even with all those cookie crumbs on her face.

It was in their Junior year while at a friend's party where they actually started to get to know each other. They talked, they danced -- and then -- then kissed. The rest is history!

Seven years later, they became husband and wife!! It was such a beautiful day!