DIY Wedding at The Thursday Club in La Jolla, California | Dennis & Krista
Times are not easy these days! We ALL know it. The past year and a half have been wild, but that doesn’t mean we should continue to put our lives on hold. Your wedding doesn’t need to wait any longer! Get out there and do whatever it takes to make your day happen the way you envisioned it. Check out these tips from a recent DIY Wedding at The Thursday Club to get some inspiration.
But first! A little about our gorgeous couple Krista and Dennis…
When you get married to your high school sweetheart, at your spot and your little boy walks down the aisle after asking for years when mommy and daddy are going to get married…things get pretty emotional. After being together for almost 8 years and raising the cutest kid on earth, Krista and Dennis wanted a no-fuss simple wedding. All they wanted was one day to celebrate their love and growth as a family and to enjoy the company of all the people they care about the most.
The Thursday Club
Krista planned the most gorgeous DIY wedding at The Thursday Club in San Diego. The club formed in 1921 for young women in the surrounding area. The club, and private garden, are located just a few blocks from the iconic Sunset Cliffs. Krista and Dennis have both lived in San Diego their whole lives and Sunset Cliffs is their spot, making the women’s club a perfect fit for the wedding. Our couples session at the cliffs was pure magic! Scroll down to see all of Krista’s personal DIY wedding decorations and a timeless portrait session at Sunset Cliffs.
Sunset Cliffs are one of San Diego’s most recognized locations. It attracts people from all over the area, including tourists. Once you see the view and experience the surroundings you’ll understand why. It’s an incredibly peaceful place with beauty for miles and miles. Many weddings, elopements, and/or couples sessions happen on the cliffs daily. It’s a favorite spot of mine and I know it well. If you love this location, get in touch and let’s go have some fun! Sunset Cliffs is cherished and loved by all locals, especially the residents, so if you do visit please be respectful of their space and obviously mother nature.
Venue: The Thursday Club // Cake: Flour Power Cakery // Dress: Davids Bridal // Mens Shoes: Vans // Hair & MUA: Exclusive Beauty by Zary // Floral: Queen Bee Floral Designs // Planner: Michelle Wedding Planner // Catering: Affordable Affairs // DJ: Spa Mobile DJ // Linen & Arbor Rental: K and J Party Rentals
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For over 15 years, I’ve been immersed in the world of photography. It all started when I was 18 and stepped into a darkroom for the first time. That moment sparked a lifelong obsession with capturing the world through my lens. It eventually lead me to the fine art space, collaborating with artists, managing studios, and working alongside galleries and museums.
Through years of studying art and photography—both in undergraduate and graduate school—my aesthetic evolved under the influence of critical theory and contemporary art. I found myself drawn to the intersection of traditional documentary photography and spontaneous, unfiltered moments of real life. My goal is to create images that are raw, honest, and deeply human.
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