Meredith + Andrew : Spruce Street

I recently had the pleasure of photographing two very special people. I met Meredith in the spring and it was an instant connection. She's a rare find in the world of ladies and I'm lucky to have crossed paths with her. Her husband of four years, Andrew is quite fantastic himself. The two of them were a blast to photograph and it was an honor to spend the evening with them.

















Andrew and Meredith, thank you SOOOOOO much for spending Sunday evening with me and for treating me to that AMAZING dinner at Urban Solace! Hmmmmmm, girl. . .those biscuits!! Mmmmhmmm!

XoXo.

Courtney + Sean : August 30, 2008

Courtney and Sean were married at Seagrove Park in Del Mar. The evening celebration with friends and family was shared at the newly renovated L'Auberge in Del Mar. LOVE these two, their wedding party AND their families. It was a whole package for me and could have kept shooting until the weeee hours of the morning. I stopped in at their rehearsal dinner the night before which started off on the deck at L'Auberge and dinner was across the street at Sbicca.





Their wedding was being filmed for the TV show, Who's Wedding is it Anyway.
I must say, I'm frightened to see myself {if at all} running around in the background. It was a warm one so. . .{O, dear!} Will update on the air time.

The day started off with a beautiful hour of getting ready with Courtney.



Heading into dinner after I snuck them away for a few minutes during the sweet light.



The end of a fabulous day. . .



To view their wedding story please check out their slideshow.

Thank you, Courtney and Sean for allowing me to capture your day and I look forward to keeping in touch. :)

XoXo.

Jacqui + Rob : August 23, 2008

Jacqui and Rob were married at The Ivy Hotel in San Diego. Their day was filled with laughter, beautiful details and coziness. Jacqui's dress was so unique! Plus, Jacqui's vibe is infectious. You just feel good being around her. . .







To view their wedding story please check out their slideshow.

So thankful to be a part of their day and to share an evening under the stars amongst their closest friends and family.

XoXo.

Sarah + Michael : August 16, 2008

Sarah and Michael were married at the Manchester Grand Hyatt in San Diego. I'm absolutely in love with Sarah. I feel that we were destined to know each other and I'm so happy to see two such beautiful people come together. They were supported by their amazing family and group of friends on a perfect day in San Diego.
















To view their wedding story please check out their slideshow.

Thank you to the Delva and Grabinger families for making the day a pleasure to be a part of.

XoXo.

A sense of wonder . . .

Happy Day! Just wanted to share one of my favorite photographs from Courtney and Sean's Rehearsal Dinner on August 29, 2008. More photographs to follow. . .

One month and 7 days later. . .

Hi Hi Hi!! I've been a mega workaholic these days and have been neglecting my photo journal. I just wanted to send a Saturday night hello to let you know a couple of things. . .

1. I've been shooting, shooting, shooting and totally thrilled with the experiences I've had in the past month. To me, it feels more like a week than an entire month so September has gone by like POOOOOF for me.
2. I'll be honest. . .I never expected to be this busy in my first solo year.
3. I couldn't be happier with that decision ;).
4. I have encountered amazing, {some strange} ever evolving people who are teaching me everyday. . .for that I'm very thankful.
5. I've got some HUGE news for ya'll!!! and I just can't wait too much longer to update you.

Stay tuned for a new logo, wedding, engagement and travel photography. Also, stories of a new journey for the next chapter of Melissa Mullen Photography.

For now, I leave just one teaser from a recent wedding that I can't wait to finish.

Zac + Tracy . . . . love, love, love these two. Cried like a little sissy at their wedding. ;)



Thank you to all of the people I've have the pleasure of capturing this summer/fall. I'm amazed by every single one of you and bow down to your love for each other.

Hugs, kisses & wishes of coziness for you. . .

One of my favorite places in the whole world. . .

where my soul can truly take a breath. . .

Deanna + Ryan : August 2, 2008

Deanna and Ryan were married at the Ivy Hotel on Saturday, August 2. Beautiful couple, beautiful day. . .

Venue :
Floral design by : Suzan M Florals and Jennie Bower
Entertainment by : Dale Gottschalk of San Diego DJ

Here are a few of my favorites.

Some of my favorite things. . .

Dinners at Esalen in Big Sur . . .



Exploring history . . . {Carnton Historic Plantation in Franklin, Tennessee in October 2007 with one of my favorite people.}



Moments like these . . .







Evenings like these . . .





Seasons . . .

Miss Sienna from San Louis Obispo, CA!

I got together with Sue Merrill, her daughter Stacy and Sienna who is now 15 months. It was a warm one at Balboa Park yet Sienna was feeling fabulous. We rode the carousel together and got dizzy and strolled around the park making Sienna laugh and BOY did she do a great job!









This is one of my favorites!







Thank you Sue, Sienna and Stacey!! I had so much fun with you three!

Hebler Family comes to San Diego!

The Hebler Family is from El Paso, Texas and I had the opportunity to capture their family at Hotel Del, Coronado while they vacationed in San Diego.

Here is Jonathon and Isabella exploring the beach together.

Falb Family comes to San Diego!

I've had the pleasure of photographing this group now for 2 years. I LOVE them all and had a nice evening with them at Hotel Del in Coronado.