I always say, it’s your wedding, whatever else you do.. DO IT YOUR WAY!!

Karmina and Diane did just that. They chose the cutest little park tucked away in a quiet neighborhood on Coronado Island. It was right on the water, so the backdrop of downtown San Diego was lovely!

With just a few of their friends as witnesses and a lovely private spot with a spectacular view, they most certainly did their wedding their way! And had a super fun time as well! Check it out:

Tiny elopement wedding at a park in Coronado Ca.  The bay and downtown San Diego in the background
The two brides enjoy a humorous moment during their ceremony at a waterfront park in San Diego
Two brides say their vows during their intimate ceremony at a waterfront park on Coronado Island.  They share a candid moment of humor with their four friends looking on with love.
At a same-sex wedding ceremony in San Diego, two brides stand intimately, exchanging vows with the calm bay as their backdrop. The first image captures one partner, clad in a mint green dress, holding a smartphone, her eyes glistening with emotion as she smiles tenderly at her soon-to-be wife. In the companion image, the other bride, dressed in a white eyelet dress, holds her own phone, a look of heartfelt sincerity on her face as she listens intently. Their contrasting dresses complement each other, as does their shared gaze, a beautiful testament to their union. The natural setting, with lush grass and reeds swaying gently, creates a serene atmosphere, while the distant cityscape adds an urban contrast to their intimate moment. This diptych tells a story of love, commitment, and the start of a new chapter together under the open skies of San Diego.
In this tender moment, a bride in a pastel dress smiles softly as her partner slides a wedding band onto her finger, symbolizing their commitment to each other. Officiating their special day, a loved one, adorned in a floral dress, reads from a card, marking the solemnity of the vow exchange. The blurry reeds in the foreground add a dreamlike quality to the image, while the calm waters behind them reflect the serenity of their surroundings. This intimate snapshot captures the essence of a same-sex wedding ceremony, filled with love, personal connection, and the gentle beauty of San Diego's coastal landscape.
In this monochromatic diptych, the pure joy of a wedding day is palpable. On the left, two brides share a tender, loving embrace, set against the backdrop of San Diego's iconic skyline mirrored in the calm bay. Their expressions are filled with the love and happiness of their special moment. The right image captures a burst of laughter, a candid display of the bliss and exhilaration that characterize their union. The surrounding landscape—a blend of urban and natural elements—reflects the beauty and harmony of their celebration. These images are a timeless representation of love, joy, and the personal story they tell together.
In an intimate monochrome portrait, two brides share a close embrace on their wedding day. Their foreheads gently touch, eyes closed, savoring the moment of closeness. The brides' contrasting dresses—one in delicate white lace, the other in a graceful pastel—complement each other perfectly, just like the connection they share. Behind them, the San Diego skyline fades into a soft blur, the city's presence quiet against the tender scene. This photograph captures the essence of a promise, a whisper of forever held between them, framed by the timeless grace of black and white.
These two heartwarming scenes capture the essence of a joyous wedding celebration against the vibrant backdrop of San Diego's skyline. In the first image, the happy couple is flanked by friends, their smiles broad and genuine, embodying the happiness of the day. The brides, one in a white lace dress and the other in a pastel number, stand close, surrounded by the love of their guests, with the cityscape across the water creating a stunning urban canvas.

In the second photo, the group's configuration shifts slightly, including a new guest, as they all come together to commemorate this special occasion. The guests' attire, from floral to formal, adds a personal touch to the celebration, reflecting their individual styles and the festive atmosphere of the gathering. Each person in the frame contributes to the narrative of love and support that surrounds the couple on their memorable day.
Two guests pose for a relaxed semi-candid portrait on  the couples wedding day.  San Diego and the calm waters of the bay in the background
Happy couple poses for a candid portrait in front of the San Diego skyline
The newlywed couple pose for fun portraits on the rocks with the San Diego skyline and bay in the background
The two brides pose for fun portraits on a quiet neighborhood street.  Using the roads dividing lines as leading the image is creative and symetrical
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Under the sprawling canopy of eucalyptus trees, two brides stand hand in hand, dwarfed by the towering natural cathedral around them. The monochrome filter heightens the timeless elegance of their dresses against the textured bark and the dense foliage above.
Framed by the whispering eucalyptus, two brides stand apart yet connected, each holding one end of a symbolically crafted sign with a directional arrow, indicating the unity of their paths ahead. The black and white tones lend a classic feel to the urban setting glimpsed in the distance, a city that buzzes beyond their tranquil haven.
The two brides share a sweet moment together in front of a beautiful green bougainvillea vine

After taking a bit of time a way from their friends for some individual portraits and fun moments together, we headed back over to their friends for a few final… and very fun and silly photos before they all headed off to celebrate over pancakes and mimosas!

The couple and their friends gather on a park bench and recreate the icon "Friends" TV show opening image
All the friends grab a quick and relaxed group shot with the San Diego bay and downtown skyline in the background
The couple and their friends and guests wave goodbye to the camera
A silly candid of two ladies hugging at a waterfront park on Coronado Island

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