All aboard!


This is the second opportunity I've had to photography a wedding welcome dinner aboard an intimate sunset cruise ship in the San Diego Harbor, and I have to say it has quickly become my favorite. Unique, fun, and totally beautiful, it's a wonderful way to bring the families and close friends together before the wedding day. This cruise was in November, and the weather was perfect. Comfortable until the sun set, then just chilly enough to encourage a little dancing and warm drinks.


The Menu

Citrusy mocktails and vibrant Mexican burrito bowls, followed by hot chocolate once the night turned chilly and mini bundt cakes from Nothing Bundt Cakes.


The Music

All the hits you know and love from 90's rom coms (of which I am personally a huge fan).


The Views

Sailboats, seaside shops and restaurants, palm trees, and a perfect sunset. And my personal favorite, watching a fellow walk nonchalantly out onto his private pier and shoo away a large posse of seals from his deck like one might dismiss a flock of pigeons.


The Guests

The bride and groom asked their guests to dress in their wedding colors of blue and cream, which made for such beautiful and cohesive photos that truly complemented the natural scenery.

A white charter boat named 'Ivana' docked in a marina with orange banners flying and palm trees in the background. San Diego Harbor.
A framed photo sits next to a floral arrangement with white lilies and delicate greenery in an elegant table setting.
A minimalist wedding welcome sign and decor display with small flowers by the waterfront on a pier. San Diego Harbor Cruise.
String lights hang across outdoor wires against a blue sky with palm trees and greenery in the background.
White San Diego Harbor Cruise boat docked at marina with clear blue sky and wooden pier in background.
American flag waving against calm blue-green water backdrop, viewed from white boat deck or railing.
A small airplane flies high in a clear, minimalist blue sky creating a serene and peaceful scene.
Dessert display table with cupcakes and pastries against a lush green hedge wall with illuminated 'Cruise San Diego' signage.
White rose lilies in a clear glass vase on a table with desserts and greenery in the background.
Modern white coastal apartment building with balconies and terracotta roof tiles.
Palm trees and walkway outside a modern beachside building at San Diego Harbor Cruise.
A woman and her father pose together by a marina dock during golden hour.
A couple in white wedding dinner outfits standing on a dock with boats in the background.
A couple poses in front of a large white cruise boat docked at the marina. San Diego Harbor Cruise.
Close-up black and white shot of a couple holding hands while walking on a textured dock.
A couple walking along a marina dock, captured from behind in black and white.
Buffet line on a train or boat with multiple chafing dishes of food and guests serving themselves.
Colorful Mexican taco bar spread with guacamole, sauces, and pickled onions in serving trays.
Casual group photo on a boat dock with marina and buildings in background.
Mother and daughter sharing a drink together in cozy indoor setting.
Rippling blue water surface reflecting sunlight in a marina.
Friends enjoying drinks and conversation at a waterfront gathering.
Parent and child enjoying a sunny day on a boat.
Yellow mooring buoy floating in harbor with luxury boats and waterfront homes in background. A sleeping seal lays across the buoy.
American flag waving on boat with sunlight flare and waterfront view.
Palm trees silhouetted against a golden sunset over the water with birds flying in the sky. San Diego Harbor.
Marina filled with luxury yachts and palm trees under clear blue sky.
Two sailboats anchored in calm waters with palm trees and buildings visible along the shoreline.
Overhead view of a rice bowl filled with colorful toppings including lettuce, carrots and sauce.
A woman in a floral print top enjoys a sunny evening on a boat deck. San Diego Harbor Cruise wedding welcome dinner.
Person in a light blue dress gazes out a boat window at the peaceful water view.
Group gathered on a boat deck with American flag waving in the ocean breeze.
People enjoying conversation and drinks on a boat with waterfront views.
Romantic sunset kiss captured on a boat deck with ocean in background.
Group of people posing together on boat deck with American flag and ocean waves visible. San Diego Harbor Cruise.
Three people sitting casually on a boat ledge with water views in the background.
Refreshing orange mocktail with lime garnish held up against the sparkling ocean at sunset.
Romantic couple embrace on a boat deck under string lights at sunset. San Diego Harbor Cruise.
Couple shares intimate moment on yacht deck with string lights overhead.
Happy couple poses together on boat deck wearing white and cream semi-formal attire.
Couple embracing on boat deck with city skyline and string lights in background.
Couple sharing romantic moment on yacht deck under decorative string lights at dusk.
Engaged couple enjoying dinner together on yacht deck in black and white photograph. San Diego.
Family enjoying meal together on boat deck during sunset cruise. San Diego Harbor Cruise for a wedding welcome dinner.
Three friends smiling together on boat with water view behind them.
Sunset skyline view over water with palm trees silhouetted in distance.