couple walking next to a red vintage Porsche on by the ocean on the shore of Carmel-by-the-sea

May 15, 2026

wedding

black and white photo of couple cuddling with the sun behind them

Vee and Pete chose to have 2 days of celebrations. The weekend started with a traditional and timeless church ceremony at the Carmel Mission . The iconic California mission architecture is absolutely beautiful. So much history and such an experience for guests. One of the things I also love about this venue is the location. It is incredibly close to the picturesque coastline Carmel-by-the-sea & Monterey are known for. Within a few minutes you are right by the water. After the ceremony, V & P had a get away classic red Porsche Boxster for photos and it was absolutely a favorite moment with them. Still on cloud 9 from getting married, we got to enjoy this time with them. 100% worth the extra planning.

Carmel is one of my favorite places in the entire California coast. It has such a charming quality. Plus, love that it is close to Big Sur, Monterey, and Santa Cruz. Vee and Pete’s next event is spent at the wonderful Pebble Beach Resort. Stay tuned.

Also, thrilled to say that their wedding was featured on Over the Moon.

scenic photo of the views from the lodge at pebble beach resort
wedding couple walking along the California coast during wedding portraits.

Vee and Pete rented a vintage Porsche. We took photos along the coast. There are more of these moments after the ceremony.

far away view of Carmel mission basilica exterior during a wedding ceremony

Vee and Pete wanted to have a day for the ceremony and welcome party, then a day for the wedding. It was an honor to their families and their Italian catholic heritage. The mission is stunning.

Photo note: the basilica does not have side aisles, so the photographer can walk around the exit doors and there is a side corridor that is great for closer up photos at the alter.

bride walking down the aisle with dad during church ceremony.
couple sitting at front of church smiling at guests.
couple standing in front of the Carmel mission basilica with white and wood beamed ceiling.

I love the arched ceiling and the way the light has the couple glow at the front of the church. The sound is also very clear especially with the live organist playing.

bride and groom walking up to the alter.

Vee wore a vintage Carolina

bride and groom walking down the aisle of the carmel mission basilica after saying I do with smiles and guests cheering from the pews.
programs during carmel mission basilica ceremony
couple smiling after saying vows at Carmel mission
couple outside the Carmel mission with sun behind them smiling at the camera

After the ceremony we took photos around the Mission. It was perfect because Vee and Pete were on cloud 9 from just getting married. The joy was amazing to document and also the calmness they both exuded. This is just the beginning type of feeling.

guests mingling after ceremony outside of church.
bride and groom walking smiling as they exit the church once getting married.
wide vertical photo of a couple after getting married at the Carmel Mission with bougainvillea next to them.

One of my favorite location is at the side of the basilica and the bougainvillea is blooming with the historic clay walls. I adore mixing the architectural elements with fine art photography. Also, it gives a clean back drop to really let the couples emotions shine.

couple laughing in front of the historic Carmel Mission.
vintage Carolina Herrera wedding dress close up
bride in front of historic Carmel mission.
couple in door way of artistic church door with shadows and light.
couple kissing as guests cheer outside of church with view blowing in the wind.
couple in red Porsche with just married sign on the back leaving the Carmel mission church in the background.
guest getting into vintage porch during wedding portraits along the carmel by the sea ocean water front.
bride and groom in front of Porsche at church ceremony.
wedding couple in black and white prepping for portraits.
bride looking at the camera smiling as she walks with ocean behind her.
newly married couple standing in front of classic red Porsche on the coast of Carmel by the sea
bride with veil blowing in the wind next to the coast in Carmel by the sea
couple wrapped in wedding veil while wind blows on the coast of carmel by the sea.

I adored this time with Vee and Pete. They are vibrant and so in love. We had a fun time exploring. They are from Texas and this was really incredible location for them. If you’d like to see more from their wedding you can view that here.

Carmel Mission Basilica Wedding / Carmel, Ca

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