Wednesday, June 16, 2010, 12:02 PM
My first conversation with Alesa & Brian was filled with talks of passion, soul, life and love. I fell in love with them immediately. These two love till it hurts, and let their hearts lead them through life. Their connection is so honest and real. I'm a firm believer in soulmates because I found mine, and this is a true case of two people finding their soulmate in this life. To see that in a couple is like seeing a glimpse of God himself. It is truly beautiful. 

Chris and I feel so honored to be a part of Alesa & Brian's wedding at a private residence in Malibu. The day was perfect. Sunny. Delightful. Moving. Passionate. Inspiring. It was obvious that everyone in attendance loved these two deeply. There were so many moments that just captivated me throughout their day. Alesa's tenderness with her grandmother. The moment Brian's mother saw Alesa and her son for the first time and started to cry. Hearing their vows to one another at the ceremony.

This wedding was like a beautiful cinematic experience. It was similar to the feeling you get after watching a brilliant movie that makes you want to go and do something great with your life. The day started with that silent anticipation, moved into excitement and ended with a joyous party. Celebration would sum up this wedding well. The band they had play was by far the best wedding band we have ever had at an event, West Coast Music Impulse Band. And one of my very favorite California coordinators, Camilla, always makes weddings ten times more fun.

Enjoy Brian & Alesa! 

Venue: Private Residence in Malibu, CA
Photographers: Sarah & Chris Rhoads
Flowers: Holly Flora
Photobooth: Smilebooth - more of those to come in the next couple of days!





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Hannalee Photography says: Tuesday, July 27, 2010, 01:27 AM

Oh Sarah, these images are unbelievable. Your photography makes me swoon. Thanks for sharing and inspiring.

Truc says: Wednesday, June 23, 2010, 03:58 AM

Amazing imagery, Sarah and Chris! Love love these.

wendy says: Monday, June 21, 2010, 12:13 AM

I just spent the last half hour catching up on the last few wedding posts you have blogged. So crazy amazing. Such fun. Such creativity. Such technical skill. Simply amazing and I am so stoked to being your mentee in September!!!! Cannot wait.

arenda says: Thursday, June 17, 2010, 07:32 PM

beautiful photos sarah - love the joy + love written all over their faces!

Mom Goodman says: Thursday, June 17, 2010, 06:48 PM

OMG - You two are beautiful! Good thing you're in Hollywood - You are the STARS in your very own hit reality show called "Mr. & Mrs. DePersia"! Truly an enchanted wedding with two awe-inspiring individuals launching into a fairytale life overflowing with love and exhilaration! I couldn't love you more! xxoo

tina florance says: Thursday, June 17, 2010, 06:04 PM

i love this one. the couple is full of life and your photos are SO there with them.

fer juaristi says: Thursday, June 17, 2010, 05:07 PM

you can feel the couple on your images, crazy, love them!

Hannalee Photography says: Thursday, June 17, 2010, 02:18 PM

Such stunning images, truly inspiring!

Josh McCullock says: Thursday, June 17, 2010, 08:35 AM

Outstanding!
Can I ask where his shoes are from? I think I need those!

Josh McCullock says: Thursday, June 17, 2010, 08:34 AM

Outstanding!
Can I ask where his shoes are from? I think I need those!

Alex Beadon says: Thursday, June 17, 2010, 06:04 AM

I'm in love with your photography. You capture emotion so beautifully!

Christine says: Thursday, June 17, 2010, 12:27 AM

Love. Yous. :)

Anna says: Wednesday, June 16, 2010, 03:33 PM

I'm so glad you believe in soulmates. Almost all of my friends disagree with me here, so it's beyond encouraging to see someone I truly admire believe the things I believe.

carrie says: Wednesday, June 16, 2010, 03:19 PM

lovely images. she reminds me of uma thurman :).

Darby says: Wednesday, June 16, 2010, 02:24 PM

Congratulations Alesa and Brian! I was waiting to see these photos and they are amazing! I love the one where Brian is touching Alesa's nose. So beautiful. It looks like everyone had an awesome time!!!!!!

Kevin Wrenn Photography says: Wednesday, June 16, 2010, 02:10 PM

The black and whites are so profoundly emotion evoking! Love the ring shot! What a gorgeous bride as well!

Kelly MacDonald says: Wednesday, June 16, 2010, 12:49 PM

Brilliant - seriously brilliant. Love your work!

rebekah j. says: Wednesday, June 16, 2010, 12:41 PM

soo beautiful. i love the warmth & realness of their love.

Taren says: Wednesday, June 16, 2010, 12:35 PM

as always, stunning sarah!

Tara says: Wednesday, June 16, 2010, 12:27 PM

Awesome! So Sunny and bright! Love the shots on the cligf...

Jacky says: Wednesday, June 16, 2010, 12:18 PM

Yay! So glad to see these Sarah, they look awesome!! :)