Celi Photography

The Petersen Family

2011-06-17T20:51:00.000-07:00

Meet the Petersen family I had the privilege of photographing them during their visit to San Diego, they came down from Arizona to celebrate their adorable daughter Sophie's 1st b-day.

Marie and Jeff engagement session at the beach

2011-04-25T10:50:00.000-07:00

Marie and Jeff were fun to photograph. They were, giggly and care free which made it easy to capture some very natural candid shots. You would guess that it was a pretty chilly day at the beach. Marie and Jeff were so comfortable with me and they really let their love shine for the camera.
Congratulations you two and I am looking forward to your tropical wedding!!

Priscilla and Eddie

2011-03-02T10:49:00.000-08:00

Priscilla and Eddie are having a Vineyard wedding this coming October. Here is just a few photos from their engagement session yesterday.

Samantha and Ron

2011-02-26T20:44:00.000-08:00

Samantha and Ron Batty engagement and family photos

2011-02-01T20:54:00.000-08:00

I photographed Samantha, Eve and Ron in paradise. We all agreed the beauty of this San Diego location is one of the many reasons to love San Diego. We had a nice time. They even had a chance to get a little fishing in.

U'nieka and Nathans Maternity session

2010-11-18T11:02:00.000-08:00

It was not to long ago that I photographed U'nieka and Nathans wedding. And here I am taking their maternity photos. U'nikea looked absolutely gorgeous with her baby bump.
Once again congratulations U'nieka and Nathan on your new bundle of joy. Hopefully I will be able to meet baby Sekai soon.

Dinah and Jeremy Bay View Restaurant

2010-10-11T17:26:00.000-07:00

I met Dinah and Jeremy about 3 years ago when they were dating. I was hoping that they would book me to photograph their wedding, when the time came. What a wonderful surprise and compliment when they did chose me to document one of the most important days in their life. There was a lot of love at there wedding. People came from all over the world to witness Jeremy and Dinah wed.
I had a little bit of time to post a few of their wedding photos onto my blog. Enjoy and comments are always more than welcome.
Celi

Cherese and Jaime August Wedding at Tom Hams Light House on Harbor Island

2010-09-16T16:30:00.000-07:00

I met with Cherese and Jaime over a year ago to book their wedding at Tom Hams Light House. I was very excited to hear about all their plans and ideas. Their wedding day quickly approached and it turned out to be a marvelous day for a wedding and for pictures. Cherese, her million dollar smile and Jaime with his easy going attitude were a photographers delight.
Here is just a sneak peak at a few of their wedding pics. Enjoy them and your comments are always welcome.

Natalie and Enrique Bahia Resort wedding

2010-09-14T23:55:00.000-07:00

This is Natalie and Enrique"THE FUN COUPLE". These are the kind of couple that you want to party with. And the love that they have for each other radiates from their smiles when they see each other. It was so much fun working on their wedding day.

Okay there are a bunch of other images that I love from this wedding. But there is never enough hours in the day to do everything I would like to post on this blog. Hope you enjoyed a peek into Natalie and Enrique's wedding day bliss at The Bahia Resort.

Baby Olive 6 months Portraits

2010-08-11T10:21:00.000-07:00

I got to spend the afternoon with baby Olive and family. I absolutely enjoy photographing 6 month baby photos, since they are always so smiley.

Natalie and Enrique engagement photos Balboa Park

2010-08-07T17:32:00.000-07:00

Congratulations Natalie and Enrique!! You guys were a fun couple to hang out with and photograph. You made me laugh with your practical jokes to one another. Stay away from the porta-potties Natalie.

Magazine Style wedding albums

2010-08-04T12:41:00.000-07:00

Rae and Aaron were married at St. Michaels church located in Paradise Hills. Reception was in Point Loma.
Rae picked up her album yesterday and was so happy with everything. Hopefully I will be doing their maternity photo's in the up coming years.

Maternity Photography Anne Marie Almaraz

2010-07-19T21:40:00.000-07:00

I photographed Anne Marie and Ramons wedding about 10 months ago and here I am photographing them again. Congratulations on your growing family!! I'm sure Thomas will be super adorable.

Updated & added Amazon feature to my blog

2010-07-08T07:09:00.000-07:00

I woke up one day and checked my blogs status and much to my dismay all the comments people had left me were gone. So I quickly got to work and tried to solve my problem. This led me to change the entire look of my blog. Maybe this is what BLOGGER wanted and that is why all my comments were deleted. Blogger wanted Celi to change up her blogs look.
So okay I did it and I added Amazon while I was at it. This reminds me it is probably a good time to update my website. Stay tuned....

Meet Ms. Gaby an up coming Quinceañera

2010-06-29T23:57:00.000-07:00

We had a fun time hanging out.

Cherese and Jaime engagement

2010-06-29T22:56:00.000-07:00

I was lucky to spend a part of my Sunday afternoon photographing Cherese and Jaime. Their first date was Balboa Park, so they thought it would be perfect to have their engagement photos taken here. I had so much fun with you two, I am really looking forward to your wedding at Tom Hams Light house. I know we will get some awesome shots on your wedding day, with your fun and playful personalities.

And now my job is done, as my husband says after he finishes a job.

Roses are red

2010-06-22T22:59:00.000-07:00

Roses are red, violets are blue here is another blog post from me to you. I will be posting photos from summer weddings 2010 very soon.

Celi Photography Reviews

2010-05-06T22:41:00.000-07:00

Let me know how you feel. I strive for exceptional customer service. Keeping my clients updated on the status of their album and delivering in a timely matter is very important.
I love feedback.

I was browsing the web the other day and found that someone has left me some feed back and I love love love it. Nothing nicer than hearing someone is very happy with your work.

Nicole and Christopher Scripps Park La Jolla. Wedding with a ocean view

2010-04-20T20:30:00.000-07:00

Nicole and Christopher had a beautiful ocean view wedding. We were able to get just the right amount of photos in right before the rain started to fall. I enjoyed photographing you two and wish you all the luck.

and off they goooooo...... to their honeymoon.........

Celi Photography Wedding Albums

2010-04-12T22:26:00.001-07:00

Wedding albums are so important!!
After months of planning, plotting and making sure every detail is just the way you want. Your wedding day arrives. The feeling is euphoric. Couples can't believe the day has finally arrived. The entire day is AMAZING, like your floating on clouds!!
After the glorious day is over the couple is left with wonderful memories....
The only thing left to anticipate (besides the Honeymoon) IS THEIR wedding photos. And finally their wedding album.

Here is a few pages from a wedding album that I created this past week. This style of album is referred to as the Coffee Table album, Magazine album and Graphically designed albums. Everyone should have one....

I especially like these albums because they can be ordered in a mini version. So if a bride wants to carry her wedding album where ever she goes she can. This way she can sho all her co-workers, family and friends.

Balboa Park Engagement Photo's

2010-04-12T21:55:00.000-07:00

I did not get a chance to Blog last week. But here is a few photo's from a engagement session I did last weekend.
Rob and La Toya are getting married this May at The Admiral Kidd club. Admiral kidd is one of the most popular wedding venues in San Diego. Shooting at Admiral Kidd is always a treat because of the gorgeous views of San Diego : ).
Photographing these two was a breeze since they were both looking very good for the camera. La Toya did her hair in a very cute side ponytail. I made sure to capture the cute "pony" side, like she requested. She even climbed a wild looking tree in her platform shoes.
Enjoy, until next time....

Marisela and Eliseo

2010-03-25T22:35:00.000-07:00

Beautiful Balboa Park!! I really do like it here.
A lot of brides want their photo's done here because of the nice architecture and gardens. Usually when I get to Balboa Park on a Saturday there is about 2-4 other photographers, photographing their own event. Not a problem I think I know every nook and cranny of the park so I will always take you somewhere really awesome to be photographed.
Also I am going to start posting my photo's smaller. So that my photo's appear quicker. Hope this helps, whoever is looking
: )

Aaron and Rae Engagement photos

2010-03-24T21:42:00.000-07:00

Friday March 5th 2010

2010-03-06T13:06:00.000-08:00

What a great way to start off the weekend. I photogaphed Bethany and Marks Friday wedding yesterday at Admiral Kidd in Point Loma. We were all very happy that the weather girls were wrong. There was not a cloud in sight. I will be posting their Amiral Kidd wedding sortly. Stay tuned.
Admiral Kidd is definitely worth blogging about since it is one of San Diego's most popular wedding spots. I get a lot of brides asking to view wedding that I have photographed at Admiral Kidd. Soooo here they are.

Blind fold him!! This is a great idea for brides who want to do there couple photo's before the ceremony. This way after the ceremony you will have more time to mingle with your guests. And it makes for cool photo's. And some funny comments from the blindfolded man ; )

Mayra and George Maternity Photos

2010-01-24T23:44:00.000-08:00

I photographed Mara and George's wedding about 9 mine months ago. Here they are about to deliver a baby boy in March.

Jeremy and Dinah Coronado engagement shoot

2010-01-15T22:32:00.000-08:00

Amy and Kyle Jones

2010-01-10T23:26:00.000-08:00

Ben, Christine and Camille

2009-12-07T20:37:00.000-08:00

Naoko and Blane Mom and me photo shoot

2009-12-06T20:08:00.000-08:00

Jano and Loraine engagement photo's

2009-09-10T23:01:00.000-07:00

Here they are, what a good looking couple. It was fun working with you two. I am looking forward to your wedding. It is going to be a good one, I can feel it.

Rina, Rex and "lil" Isley

2009-09-09T01:51:00.000-07:00

Thanks so much for welcoming me into your your home Rina and Rex!! I had fun spending the afternoon photographing Isley, he is adorable and full of energy.
Makeup by Loraine Kline she did an awesome job on Rina's makeup. Contact Loraine for your makeup needs 858.349.4001
www.justskinbylo.com

Leslie and Mark Wedding Day La Valencia and Museum of Contemporary Art, La Jolla

2009-08-11T23:56:00.000-07:00

U'nieka and Nathan

2009-06-30T13:03:00.000-07:00

Once again the weather was beautiful. Not to hot just perfect San Diego weather.

Ana and Pho Island Club Coronado

2009-06-19T23:03:00.000-07:00

As always I had a blast this weekend working. Ana and Pho could not have asked for a more beautiful day. This was definetly a beautiful Sunny San Diego wedding. Congratulations you two.
I will be sitting down with them this Monday to create their wedding album. Putting together the couple's album is always fun, because we all relive the day again. And we get to know each other even better. I am aiming to get their wedding album in their hand within a month after their wedding.

Nathan Kaleo My new little addition

2009-06-03T23:48:00.000-07:00

In the early morning hours of May 1st I met my new little man Nathan Kaleo. He had a full head of black hair. Labor and delivery happened so quick I did not even get the chance to get a epidural. So I was very thankful that he was small. He weighed 6lb. 3 oz.
He is a good little boy just like his big brother Kioni. We are all doing good and Nathan has been gaining about a pound a week!!! They grow so fast. I will post more photo's when I get a chance.

Nadya and Juan San Carlos Methodist Church and Island Club Coronado

2009-06-03T13:20:00.000-07:00

St Johns, Lemon Grove, Seaport Village and Admiral Kidd Point Loma

2009-04-01T23:53:00.000-07:00

Leslie and Mark Engagement Photo's Balboa Park

2009-04-01T22:34:00.000-07:00

Tina and Mark Quinto Coronado Marriott, Breakers Beach, Trident Room

2009-03-16T19:15:00.000-07:00

Christy and Loran Keith Crystal Cathedral, Seal Beach and Khoury's

2009-03-03T17:22:00.000-08:00

Mona and Daniel Organ Pavillion Wedding

2009-02-05T17:13:00.000-08:00

I have some free time to upload some past weddings that I would like people to see. This ceremony took place at the Organ Pavillion and reception at the Balboa Park Womens Club.

Eva and Ben Raphael La Jolla Wedding

2008-10-03T13:23:00.000-07:00

Georga and Mayra Balboa Park

2008-09-23T22:27:00.000-07:00

I always wish that was more than one of me so that I could do everything that I want to do in a day. Like post more photo's on my blog from recent wedding's, engagements etc. ect.... However, that's not going to happen so I am going to be satisfied with a post every once in a while.
Here is Mayra and George they are getting married in November. We went to Balboa park. I created this postcard as their save the date mail out.

Jen and Jarrod

2008-08-27T23:53:00.001-07:00

Wow what a great wedding!! I was amazed. Everything was perfect and their friends and family sure knew how to celebrate. Every single person was out of their chair dancing. What fun!!!!

Mailia and Andy

2008-07-28T23:20:00.000-07:00

Rommyna and Chirs

2008-07-16T23:51:00.000-07:00

Tom Ham's Light house and other still life photo's

2008-07-15T16:27:00.000-07:00

Loraine's Maternity Photo's

2008-07-07T18:07:00.000-07:00

Here they are again. My wonderful brother and sister in law showing off the huge belly with JUST three weeks left. I am really getting into all this maternity photography!!!

Sophia Manoli Guererro

2008-07-01T08:08:00.000-07:00

Meet Manoli she is quite a character. Little girl BIG personaltiy. I have been photographing her since she was about one week old.

Jessica and Jorge Jimmenez

2008-06-24T00:30:00.001-07:00

Lailani and Damon at The Bal Hai

2008-06-03T16:48:00.000-07:00

Lailani and Damon's wedding at the Beutiful Bali Hai on Shelter Island was one to remember, this past Memorial Day weekend. The rainy weather cleared up for them and the sun was shining. Congratulations Lailani and Damon.

Jano and Loraine

2008-04-30T09:37:00.001-07:00

My brother, Jano needed some photo's of himself for a new Yoga studio he is working at. It's called Poses, located in Eastlake. So of course he called me up, I went over and started taking photos of Jano. And all of a sudden it turned in to a YOGA/ MATERNITY PHOTO SHOOT. It turned out pretty cool. Check it out.

Can't wait to see my baby nephew, SOOOO EXCITED!!!!!

Karl & Jamie

2008-04-20T23:44:00.000-07:00

What a fun wedding!!!

Karl and Jamie found this really great Historical Hotel in Downtown San Diego on Broadway and Front St.
This hotel has had 16 million dollars in renovation and the money was definetly put to good use. The hotel is tastefully decorated.Go check out there website for more interesting facts about this very cool "boutiquey" hotel: http://www.thesofiahotel.com/history.html I never even knew this place existed.

Jamie's sister

Vote for my Friend Regina Leonard

2008-04-19T00:12:00.000-07:00

a photo took back in The San Francisco days. Of my best roomate eber!!!

While I was in school, in San Francisco I learned how diverse the city was and I thought it was great!!! I immersed myself in the crazy little city, trying out all kinds of different things. Meeting all kinds of people, talented people, gay people and some just straight out weird. But this diversity is exactly why this crazy little city is so great.
Everyone who has lived in San Francisco has had their share of roomates. (I smile as I write this.) But for me I was blessed to have a great roomate that has remained one of my closest friends today. And I am proud. Her name is Regina Leonard and she has an amazing voice that I would like you to hear.
Regina is in a competition right now and I want her to win. Check out her song that she has written about San Diego and vote for her.

San Diego Magazine Song Competition

www.sandiegomagazine.com the name of the song Theres No Place Like Home

Lili & Richard

2008-04-16T13:36:00.000-07:00

Lili and Richard had their ceremony at The Immaculate Conception Church In The Heart Of Old Town, San Diego.
This is where I had originally wanted to have my wedding ceremony. The reason I did not have it there was because I was scared of the parking situation. I thought that for sure none of my guests would be able to find parking.
HOWEVER, it did not seem like Lili and Richards guests had much of a problem with parking, because when I arrived the church was full of all her guests. Maybe she took my advice on writing an earlier Ceremony time on the invitations.

How perfect Vintage photos, for an Old Town, San Diego Wedding

I thought Lili looked a lot like model/actress Patricia Velasquez. What do you think? Take a look below at Lili's photo.

Adriana & Shawn

2008-04-08T23:27:00.001-07:00

A sneak peak at Shawn and Adriana Martin's wedding photos. Their wedding gallery is posted 1 week from their wedding day. Leave the couple some comments. Enjoy!!!

I had to post this photo. It reminds me of what their Priest said in church. How these two are so spontaneous. I think it's great, Adriana decided she wanted to sit in front of the Dell and Shawn all of a sudden starts yelling, it makes me laugh just thinking about it.

Erin & Alex

2008-03-30T13:37:00.000-07:00

A road trip to Los Angeles to photograph a wedding, I loved IT!!! I always love exploring new places. We showed up at Polish Parish Hall and did some location hunting. We found some really cool locations around the Parish to photograph the two.
They had a Pirate themed wedding. Each table had a treasure chest with different Islands names written on old weathered paper.

Amy & Craig March 22nd 2008

2008-03-29T06:44:00.000-07:00

Amy and Craigs wedding. What a great way to start off my 2008 wedding season. These two were a very laid back and down to earth. They had a very intimate wedding on Breakers Beach Coronado. They were surronded by lots of family and all their favorite little people that I also enjoyed photographing. Congratulations!!!!

Here is one of those collages that I really enjoy putting together for wedding couples. It really showcases the whole day in one neat square sized photo.

Lailani and Damien Capturing Love

2008-03-25T00:46:00.000-07:00

Meet Damian and Lailani they are getting married this May at the Bali Hai .

Jamie and Karl Engagement Session

2008-03-24T23:53:00.000-07:00

So I get a call on Moday night from Jamie one of my brides for 2008, she lives in Chicago. She tells me that her and her fiance are going to be in town and they were wondering if I would be able to do their engagement photo’s while they are here visiting.Her and her fiance are having a DESTINATION wedding in OUR beautiful City, San Diego.
The only time that we could both cordinate was for the very next afternoon. So I showed up in La Jolla at 5:00 and we got to work. They were both very comfortable in front of the camera and very photogenic. Especially Jaime she was such a HAM and I could tell that she loves being photographed (YESSS!!!, makes my job that much easier). I had such a great time at the beach the "Sun was Shining the Weather was Sweet" (BOB). I hope to make it back out to the beach this weekend before my really busy wedding season hits.
Well Peace out ALL!!!

stay tuned for more of my photo adventures

Bo and Maureen

2007-10-15T21:36:00.000-07:00

Sophia Manoli Guerrero

2007-09-27T15:40:00.000-07:00

The miracle of life. These times are so precious. Newborns change so fast. It is important that we capture these moments as close to their Birth Day as possible and continue through their first year.

This is a birth announcement that I designed for my client's Sandra and Manuel. They were so happy with the end results that I will be taking Sophias photo's every three months until she turns one. I am looking foward to seeing her grow into "lil" Miss. Manoli.

These photo's were all taken in the comfort of "lil" Manoli's home so she did not have to worry about a thing.

Marisol and Daren September 1st 2007

2007-09-07T08:45:00.000-07:00

Marisol and Daren found this really nice non-denominational church in Old Town San Diego. . Their wedding was very laid back and fun , everything turned out fabulous. Marisol looked like a movie starlett in her flowing wedding gown and Daren was a perfect match.
As a photographer I observe a lot of things about people. One observation I made at their wedding was that Daren is TRULY a gentle man from carrying Marisol down 2 flights of stairs, and grabbing her a chair to sit on, to massaging her feet. They were absolutely a joy to photograph on their special day.
They were right on with their colorful decor and the food they served was mmm mmmm... good. Their favorite Mexican dishes were prepared. And prepared they were, everything was very tasty!! Marisol's cousin made their wedding cake and what a hit it was. She made orange bouganvilla flowers for the cake layers. I thought bouganvilla's was a perfect flower choice.
The Mariachis played their songs through out the whole event. I never heard a rapping mariachi band until this day. It was unexpected and done very well.

The Perfect Dress

2007-08-31T11:48:00.000-07:00

The Perfect Dress

Jennifer's wedding day was fast approaching. Nothing could dampen her
excitement, not even her parents' nasty divorce.

Her mother had found the PERFECT dress to wear and would be the best
dressed mother-of-the-bride ever.
A week later, Jennifer was horrified to learn that her father's new
young wife had bought the exact same dress as her mother.

Jennifer asked her step-mother to exchange it, but she refused.
"Absolutely not.

I look like a million bucks in this dress, and I'm wearing it," she
replied.Jennifer told her mother who graciously said,

"Never mind sweetheart. I'll get another dress.
After all, it's your
special day."
A few days later, they went shopping and did find another gorgeous
dress.

When they stopped for lunch, Jennifer asked her mother, "Aren't you
going to return the other dress? You really don't have another
occasion where you could wear it."
Her mother just smiled and replied, "Of course I do, dear. I'm wearing
it to the rehearsal dinner the night before the wedding."

NOW I ASK YOU - IS THERE A WOMAN OUT THERE, ANYWHERE, WHO WOULDN'T
ENJOY THIS STORY? SEND IT TO EVERY WOMAN YOU KNOW!!!!

I thought this joke was so appropriate for this blog. Let me hear any other wedding jokes you may have.

Rosanna and Ernest Sunday August 26th 2007

2007-08-30T23:20:00.000-07:00

Rosanna and Ernest held their ceremony and reception at Admiral Kidd. One of the most popular places to hold your wedding in San Diego. And there is no question as to why Admiral Kidd is so popular. It's all about the location and the view, you can see practically all of Downtown San Diego from this spot. Rosanna and Ernest not only had a great location the weather could not have been better. It was perfect San Diego wedding weather.
One other thing I am going to bragg about is their florist all I can say is WOW!!! I have never seen anything like it, totally original. Instead of bouquets for the brides maids they carried purses made of green leaf's and colorful flowers. The ring pillow was also made up of unique green flowers, and Rosanna's bouquet was exquiste.

Rosana and Ernest were blessed with perfect weather, a room full of friends and family and of course themselves.
Congratulations you two. See you at the next USANA meeting :).

Nick and Amy August 25th 2007

2007-08-27T13:46:00.000-07:00

So it's Monday after a wedding filled weekend!!! I had a blast on my rode trip up to Fallbrook for Nick and Aimee's wedding. 1st we stopped off at Pala Casino/Spa/Resort for some photos of the beautiful bride, getting ready with her family and friends.

Then it was off to a church in Fallbrook to capture Aimee and Nick during their ceremony.

The reception site was at a very sapcious well landscaped home in Fallbrook. I could not imagine a better place to hold a reception for so many people. The home belonged to one of Nicks aunt and uncles.

The reception was a hit from the decor to the D.J and the caterer's serving up italian cuisine. Nick and Aimee pulled off an event that impressed everyone who showed up.

There was a lot of dancing, picture taking, hugs and laughs going on at this event. A lot of love.

Grooms 1st sight of bride. No words, just breathtaking....

Children

2007-08-16T13:59:00.000-07:00

This is Kioni my one and only son. I love him so so much. He is quite a character and is my most photographed subject. If you visit back regularly I am sure you will see a lot of this little guy.

This my marshmellow photo of Kioni.

I remember when I was in college and in the process of making my childrens photography portfolio one of my friends said babies reminded him of marshmellows.

Jody and Brian Point Loma Yacht Club

2007-08-14T19:41:00.000-07:00

Southwest Yacht Club a secluded venue in the heart of Point Loma .

Jody and Brian chose Brown and Pink for their wedding day. This is their head wedding table and guests table.

Congratulations!!!! Jody and Brian on your honeymoon child. We will definetly neeed to get some maternity photo's of you when the belly gets bigger.

Noelia and John Las Rocas Rosarito Mexico

2007-08-08T14:48:00.000-07:00

This photo here is used a few times in my new website. It was taken at Las Rocas in Rosarito, Mexico about an hour drive from where I live. It is beautiful place to get married