Bluephoto Wedding Photographer San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, Paso Robles.
Hi, I'm Jonathan Roberts and I started Bluephoto 6 years ago. I've shot over 250 weddings and have loved every minute of it *(almost every minute....the naked reception guy freaked me out...and there was the crazy dog that bit Michael, the groom...)!
And a little about me:
I am living my dream. Not too many people can say that. I have the cutest wife ever. Michelle never stops smiling and she is simply a joy to wake up to each day. I am incredibly thankful for our happy little boy who spends way more time giggling than crying, a wife who is the love of my life and a job I look forward to each day. Marriage for me has been a dream come true and I am thrilled to be a part of each couple's wedding day as they make the commitment to be together for the rest of their lives.
And to be a little less sappy - I also love wine, cooking, cyclingnews.com, figuring out near impossible lighting setups, single speed mountain bikes, chips and salsa, brie with crackers and caramelized onions, the perfect margarita with just a touch of salt, and knowing when I click the shutter that I captured a perfect moment.
Shoot me an email or give me a call we'll figure out a time to grab a cup of coffee.
jonathan@bluephoto.biz
805.748.1378
{Engagement Shoot Video}
Last night, the wind stopped and the light turned magical. Chris and Becca were perfect. I shot a lot of film with these two and I can’t wait to get it back from the lab. Full blog post will be up in the next few days.
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This last weekend I was invited up to the Grand Chenier Barn Warming. The Grand Chenier Barn (website: HERE) is located east of San Miguel and before you arrive at Parkfield. This is a working horse ranch with literally hundreds of horses up and down the hillsides. The barn itself has been recently setup to host weddings and is a top notch facility. The surrounding hills create a stunning backdrop and the accommodations are like none other. The upstairs is a unique experience with antiques from all over the country ranging from musket rifles and pianos to a 360 degree mirrored changing room and four post bed overlooking gorgeous green hills and a vibrant sunset.
I received my invitation to the barn warming a month before the event. The invitation asked that I arrive at noon before the 3pm start. When I pulled up, I was greeted by Nicole who was going to be our bride model for the afternoon. Sweet! Janie, who is the events manager, had arranged for wedding dresses as well as transportation and an extensive tour of the surrounding countryside. Not only is the facility top shelf, but Janie and the rest of her staff were simply wonderful! I highly suggest taking a look at the Grand Chenier Barn if you are looking for a country barn wedding venue.
Greg and Whitney caught my attention as they were playing around out in one of the fields. These two are sweet, sincere and totally hilarious. I had a blast shooting a few frames of them against the gorgeous green hills.
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Two year old awesomeness.
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James and Ashley are an incredible couple. James had Ashley and I laughing the entire time we were out. Ashley is a sweetheart who adores her man. These two were an absolute pleasure to photograph and I am very excited to be their Santa Ynez wedding photographer. Next summer these two will be married at the Coquelicot Vineyard which is actually closer to Los Olivos than Santa Ynez. Both towns are about an hour north of Santa Barbara. Their summer wedding will be held amongst the vineyards and the Coquelicot estate will serve as a gorgeous backdrop. Thank you Ashley and James for a wonderful afternoon full of laughter and adventure.
The light amongst these oaks just north of San Luis Obispo was incredible.
I can’t wait for their Santa Ynez wedding!
Manley Men
The fields just north of San Luis Obispo have officially turned from dried up brown straw to gorgeous green grass.
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Amy and Ross held their wedding at the Mitchell Katz Winery, Palm Event Center in Pleasanton, California this last weekend. The day started off at the Rose Hotel in Downtown Pleasanton where the girls got ready. The Rose Hotel is a wonderfully historic building with a spiral staircase and stunning rugs all over. The classic look of the hotel provided great backdrops that inspired me all morning long. Next we headed out to the Mitchell Katz Winery which uses the Palm Event Center as its wedding venue: HERE. The Palm Event Center has the Estate Room which is really one huge barrel room with painted concrete floors and gigantic chandeliers hanging above. The deep reds, dark oak barrels and stunning light fixtures create a surreal setting for a wedding ceremony. Mackenzie Herbst was the venue coordinator on hand that kept everything running smoothly and handled all details before they became an issue. Mackenzie was brilliant and I highly suggest you contact her if you are considering having a bay area wedding. The party really got going as the cake was served and DJ Chris Mowery, from Denon Doyle got the music playing. Chris did a great job of serving up some classic dance tunes which kept the floor filled the entire evening: HERE. Amy and Ross are a great couple with a very loving group of friends and family. I am honored to have been chosen to photograph this wedding and I wish Amy and Ross happiness and adventure as they begin their married lives together.
The Rose Hotel in Downtown Pleasanton.
Wild carpet at the Rose Hotel.
Ruby Hill Winery and the Palm Event Center in Pleasanton.
Barrel room wedding at the Palm Event Center.
…and there was fire!
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I only shoot a handful of family portraits each year. With that said, each winter, Michelle and I have a few friends we really enjoy taking out and catching up with. The Teagues fall into this category. I’ve known Alecia and Kevin for quite a few years now (when it was just them and their King Charles Cavalier named Lucy). Now they are a complete family with Calliope, Becket and a new little one just about to introduce him/her-self.
The Teagues will forever hold a special place in my heart as they were some of the first that urged me to take my photography to the next level (Kevin even built my first website). I am forever grateful to Kevin and Alecia for helping sculpt the idea that has become Bluephoto and for believing in me when I didn’t believe in myself. Kevin and Alecia, I wish you continued happiness and joy with each passing year.
Laguna Lake in San Luis Obispo is gorgeous this time of year.
The fields and grass around San Luis Obispo turn green as soon as we have rain. So far this year we have had two huge storms and the landscape is thriving!
If you are a San Luis Obispo photographer, you must take advantage of the gorgeous evening light found at Laguna Lake.
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