One of the best parts about being a wedding photographer is getting to know my clients on a personal level. Capturing a couple’s wedding day - the romantic, joyous, loving moments - feels very intimate. I always like to recommend an engagement session whenever couples hire me for their wedding day. This is largely so that the couple can get used to being in front of the camera, and so that we can get to know each other before their wedding. Getting to know each other helps to calm the jitters down - especially for those who don’t feel super comfortable in front of the camera. Connecting with my clients before their wedding is something I love to do, so it feels particularly special when couples go out of their way to get to know me as well. Danielle and Steven did just that. We had an engagement photo shoot, and they were themselves right away. By the time their wedding day rolled around, we had already gotten to know each other well. It made the day even more easeful and enjoyable, and those sentiments really shine through their wedding photos! Check them out below.

Simple, white wedding invitation against the black and while tile floor at The Ebell of Los Angeles. Photo was captured by Arizona-based wedding photographer, Anna Zajac.

Close up of bright, colorful, whimsical flowers. You can see dahlias, roses, and carnations. Photo captured by Arizona-based wedding photographer, Anna Zajac.

Danielle and Steven tied the knot at The Ebell of Los Angeles. This women-centered nonprofit is located in a historic campus of the Mid-Wilshire section of Los Angeles. This historical venue was built in 1927, and offers both indoor and outdoor gathering spaces. I especially loved the black and white tiled floor, and the globe light fixtures above the ceremony space.

Bride and groom share their first look at The Ebell of Los Angeles. Photo captured by Arizona-based wedding photographer, Anna Zajac.

Bride and groom stand in front of their wedding ceremony backdrop for a posed photo. Their colorful florals brighten up the space. Photo captured by Arizona-based wedding photographer, Anna Zajac.

The wedding flowers, created by Dogwood Florals, brought so much brightness and whimsy to the space. I especially loved how they looked in combination with the green plants and trees dispersed throughout the area.

Close up of bride and groom holding hands, while the bride holds her bouquet by her side. Photo captured by Arizona-based wedding photographer, Anna Zajac.

Their wedding part wore soft pink, with the exception of the Maid of Honor and Best Man, who wore a darker shade of pink. The soft colors added to the romance and whimsy of the day.

Groom and his groomsmen stand in front of the wedding ceremony backdrop for a photo. Photo captured by Arizona-based wedding photographer, Anna Zajac.

Groom stands in front of the wedding ceremony backdrop, waiting for his bride. Photo captured by Arizona-based wedding photographer, Anna Zajac.

Bride and her mother approach the altar. The mother is wiping a tear away from her cheek. Photo captured by Arizona-based wedding photographer, Anna Zajac.

Bride and groom stand facing eachother during their wedding ceremony. Photo captured by Arizona-based wedding photographer, Anna Zajac.

The wedding ceremony as seen from upstairs. You can see various spherical light fixtures hanging above the guests. Photo captured by Arizona-based wedding photographer, Anna Zajac.

Bride and groom recess after their wedding ceremony. Photo captured by Arizona-based wedding photographer, Anna Zajac.

There were so many lovely details in their dinner table decor: Bohemian crystal cut wine glasses, tall tapered candles, gold and matte black flatware, light pink menus, and of course, romantic floral centerpieces. The crystal chandeliers overhead really put the icing on the cake.