Janaye + Jay's Wedding


Janaye and Jay’s wedding in San Juan Capistrano, California was a romantic celebration photographed at El Adobe, one of the area’s most iconic and timeless wedding venues. Before the ceremony, we took a short walk to the Mission San Juan Capistrano for their romantic couple portraits—capturing that classic Spanish architecture, warm Southern California light, and the quiet “just us” moments that make wedding photos feel truly cinematic. We also photographed their bridal party and family portraits at the Mission, creating a beautiful mix of elegant, traditional images and candid, emotional moments.


Back at El Adobe Restaurant, Janaye and Jay exchanged vows during a heartfelt ceremony surrounded by their closest friends and family. Shortly after, the celebration flowed into dinner, toasts, and a packed dance floor—an evening full of laughter, tears, and the kind of energy that makes you never want the night to end. From the historic charm of Mission San Juan Capistrano to the cozy, romantic atmosphere of El Adobe, their day was the perfect example of why couples love hosting a San Juan Capistrano wedding: timeless, intimate, and effortlessly beautiful.

Intimate couple portrait at Mission San Juan Capistrano with stone walls and greenery in the background.
Bride and groom holding hands in the Mission San Juan Capistrano courtyard in San Juan Capistrano, CA.
Romantic newlywed portrait at Mission San Juan Capistrano with Spanish architecture and warm California light.
Bride and groom kissing at Mission San Juan Capistrano in San Juan Capistrano, California among historic arches.
Wedding dress with intricate lace train spreads across patterned carpet during preparation.
White wedding gown being prepared in a sunlit room with decorative carpet.
Black and white mirror reflection captures wedding dress preparations in intimate setting.
White bridal shoes with bow details displayed on patterned fabric.
Wedding dress alterations and final adjustments being made in preparation room.
Final wedding dress fitting in sunlit room with palm trees visible through windows.
A series of intimate getting ready moments showing a bride in a white dress being helped with final preparations.
A bride in a strapless lace wedding gown smiles while getting ready in a sunlit room.
An elegant white and green wedding bouquet with eucalyptus leaves rests on a blue-grey surface.
Artistic black and white portraits capture candid bridal moments in natural light.
A craftsman-style house exterior serves as a wedding day venue backdrop.
A wedding party poses on the front porch of a grey craftsman-style home.
Dramatic warm-toned wedding photos captured through doorways and reflections.
Bridesmaids in light neutral dresses stand together outdoors surrounded by greenery.
Black and white silhouettes show wedding preparations through doorways and hallways.
Wedding party members share intimate moments in a softly lit interior setting.