Last weekend I made my way down to El Capitan Canyon which is north of Santa Barbara by 20 or so miles. El Capitan Canyon is right off Hwy 1 and heads northeast from the Pacific to the Santa Ynez mountain range. The Canyon is a rustic, slightly off the beaten track place for a wedding and just perfect for Shauna and Chris who were looking for a unique and special way to celebrate their wedding day.
Sarah from Rhone Weddings introduced Shauna, Chris and I earlier this year. Anytime Sarah is a part of something, the event goes off flawlessly and the details are handled with pin-point accuracy and an artistic flair. You can find more information on Sarah and Rhone Weddings (HERE) and be sure to check out Sarah and her husband Matt’s wedding (which I photographed a couple of years ago) HERE.
El Capitan Canyon has a single road that runs from the beach, straight up through the park. At the end of the road is a ridge where Shauna and Chris were married. Farther up the hillside sits the Santa Ynez mountain range and down below, off in the distance the calm Pacific ocean can be seen. As Shauna and Chris said their vows, a soft breeze began to stir and the rustling of leaves could be heard in the distance. Tears welled up in many guest’s eyes as Chris reached over and kissed her. There was no peck on the lips, “to seal the deal.” This was a serious kiss! He pulled her in tight, pressed his lips against hers and the celebration began! These two are a wonderful couple. They compliment each other very well and fit together like two pieces of a puzzle.
As the sun began to make it’s way towards the horizon, the three of us headed over to the beach to catch the last few rays of light. After taking pictures, I walked away and left them to enjoy each other and from afar I could see that they were ever present as they enjoyed every moment of their wedding day.
Be sure to check out the small video I put together (below) as I was doing the photography throughout the day.














































El Capitan Canyon
11560 Calle Real
Santa Barbara, CA 93117
866-352-2729
El Capitan Canyon Wedding Photography

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