Romantic & Elegant Chico Wedding at Chico Community Church


Sophie and Daniel’s wedding day in Chico, California was nothing short of magical. From a relaxed morning at Hotel Diamond to a joyful celebration at Chico Community Church, every moment was filled with love, elegance, and effortless beauty.

Vintage black and white photograph of people gathering outside a commercial building with trees in the background.

A Relaxed & Meaningful Start to the Day


Sophie began her morning at Hotel Diamond, getting ready in a peaceful and joyful atmosphere. With her mother by her side, she slipped into a flowy lace wedding dress with delicate sleeves, paired perfectly with elegant lace flats.

Elegant white lace ballet flats with ribbon ties and wedding rings displayed on marble surface in black and white.
A group shows off their hands and rings during an intimate gathering, wearing casual dresses in light colors.
Wedding rings displayed on a dark teal velvet surface, featuring a solitaire diamond engagement ring and plain gold band.
A bride in a white off-shoulder gown gets help putting on her shoes while sitting on an ornate patterned rug.
A bride in an off-shoulder wedding gown holds a beautiful bouquet with blue hydrangeas, peach roses and greenery.
Wedding details including bridal shoes, pink ribbons, and floral bouquet with blue hydrangeas and roses by a window.
A stunning long-train white wedding dress being fitted near a window with sheer curtains and dark drapes on hardwood floors.
A bottle of 'I Do' perfume sits among pink ribbons and a dark green ring box on a white surface with blue flowers.
Close up of white lace wedding dress with delicate details and a gold wedding ring on hand.
A flowing white wedding gown draped elegantly across a vintage sofa in a dimly lit room with ornate decor.
A black and white photograph shows a wedding dress trailing down a carpeted hallway.


Before the ceremony, she shared an emotional first look with her mother-in-law, who teared up upon seeing her. Sophie also had special first-look moments with her father and Daniel on the grand lobby staircase, making for intimate and heartfelt memories.


A joyful candid moment between a couple on their wedding day in a rustic brick-walled room.
A tender black and white wedding moment between bride in white veil and someone in dark clothing embracing with emotion.
A bride in a white off-shoulder wedding dress and tiara stands with a guest wearing a bright blue embellished dress.
A bride in a flowing white gown and groom in navy suit share an intimate moment on a vintage couch under an ornate mirror.
A tender moment shared between a bride in a flowing white gown and a gentleman in a dark suit at an indoor venue.
A flowing white wedding gown with sheer sleeves twirls gracefully in an elegant room with vintage decor and ornate mirror.
A bride and groom share a first look moment in a vintage-styled room with antique furniture and warm lighting.
A black and white photo of a couple sharing an intimate moment at their wedding in a classic indoor setting.
Wedding party in pastel dresses and formal attire poses together against gray wall under blue awning.

An Elegant Ceremony with Sentimental Touches


Despite an early morning sprinkle, the weather cleared, leaving behind soft, diffused light—perfect for their elegant wedding aesthetic of sophisticated blues, greens, and pinks. Their ceremony at Chico Community Church was heartfelt, featuring a meaningful communion and a unique touch—Sophie holding onto her bouquet throughout the vows.

Two groomsmen in black suits stand in front of a green hedge wall during a wedding ceremony.
A wedding processional on a grassy lawn with greenery and trees in the background.
Wedding party members adjust the long train of a flowing white wedding dress during outdoor ceremony preparations.
An outdoor wedding ceremony setup with greenery backdrop, white chairs, and guests watching the proceedings.
Wedding guests seated outdoors in formal attire watching ceremony on sunny day.
Close up of hands exchanging rings during an intimate wedding ceremony moment.
An outdoor wedding ceremony shows a bride in a white dress with a veil holding a blue bouquet while guests look on.
A bride in a white lace dress holds a drink while standing next to a wooden table with bread on a plate.
A couple shares a joyful moment during their wedding ceremony in front of guests seated on white chairs.

A Joyful Celebration & Golden Sunset Portraits


After the ceremony, Daniel and Sophie took time to greet each guest as they were dismissed for dinner and get a photo with each table. This created a warm, personal experience that allowed them to truly connect with their loved ones.

Wedding party in formal attire poses together against a green hedge wall with floral arch decorations.
Wedding party gathered around a decorative golden arch with floral arrangements against a green wall backdrop.


The night was filled with laughter, dancing, and a sweet cake-cutting moment that had everyone smiling.

A couple dances together at a wedding reception in a decorated venue with string lights and white decor.
A wedding reception dance between a guest in a bright blue dress and a man in a dark suit and glasses.
A black and white photo shows a solitary figure illuminated in a dramatic spotlight during an indoor ceremony.
An intimate slow dance at a wedding reception in a dimly lit ballroom with white chairs in the background.
A couple shares an intimate moment at their wedding reception table adorned with floral decorations in black and white.
A couple cuts their white wedding cake together at a reception with string lights overhead in warm lighting.
A romantic wedding moment as the couple shares dessert during their reception in warm, moody lighting.
Playful wedding couple shares cake during reception ceremony with dramatic lighting overhead.

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Before the evening ended, we stepped outside for sunset portraits, capturing soft, dreamy light with a golden glow from my lighting setup. Even with the sun behind the clouds, the atmosphere was romantic and cinematic.

A romantic wedding portrait shows an intimate moment between newlyweds captured in soft natural lighting.
Black and white wedding photo showing bride in flowing white dress with balloon sleeves and leg slit next to groom in suit.
A couple in wedding attire poses outdoors on green grass, with the bride's white dress flowing in the breeze.


To cap off the night, they made their grand exit under a stunning sparkler send-off, surrounded by cheering guests.

Sophie and Daniel’s wedding was the perfect blend of romance, elegance, and joy, making it a day to remember forever.

A black and white wedding photo showing a couple walking through a sparkler send-off by guests at their reception.
A couple shares a romantic dance moment at their wedding reception as guests surround them with sparklers at night.
A couple walks through a tunnel of sparklers held by wedding guests during their exit celebration at night.