Forty weddings. That’s the number of weddings I photographed in 2011, which was both my goal and the maximum I would shoot. I’m thankful to God, my couples, my friends, and my family for a rewarding year. I have taken much of December off to be with my family, which has been refreshing. 2012 is…
Yosemite Ahwahnee Wedding with Austin and Alicia I just returned from Yosemite National park, and photographed a breathtaking wedding at the Ahwahnee (and it’s not because Yosemite is my favorite hiking and frequently visited destinations, nor is it that I’ve hiked half-dome almost thirty times). I do love Yosemite, but I really did enjoy my…
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Yosemite National park is really MY favorite destination to photograph a wedding! If you had your wedding to do over, or if you’re planning on getting hitched, where would be your ideal wedding destination?September 6, 2011 – 11:30 am
Stunning!!!September 7, 2011 – 10:43 am
WOW! INCREDIBLE PICTURES, THE PHOTOS LOOK LIKE THEY ARE STRAIGHT OUT OF VOUGE MAGAZINE =) I LOVE HOW THE PHOTOS TELL A STORY. CONGRATS!September 7, 2011 – 11:00 am
Amazing pics!!! Im getting married in the forest now!!September 7, 2011 – 11:02 am
Beautiful pics!!September 7, 2011 – 11:08 am
Amazing pictures!September 7, 2011 – 11:30 am
um, wow! you look absolutely stunning! Congrats lady!September 7, 2011 – 11:40 am
Wow, those were amazing pics!!!!! And that is coming from a GUY!!!!!!!September 7, 2011 – 11:53 am
Not sure if you got my last comment but Amazing pics and that is coming from a Guy!!!!September 7, 2011 – 11:54 am
Loved the PicsSeptember 7, 2011 – 3:52 pm
Dang! Your guys look so beautiful in these amazing photos. Absolutely gorgeous!September 7, 2011 – 4:57 pm
Charleton you did an AMAZING job on these pictures! I am so excited to see what the rest look like! You will be recommended to everyone I talk too! Thank you for capturing the moments of the day!September 7, 2011 – 6:11 pm
These are great pictures with great shots. Cannot wait until we get the rest of the photos that were taken. My hats off to Mr. Churchill.September 7, 2011 – 6:27 pm
Great Job Charleton! The photos are stunning! I can’t wait to see the rest.September 7, 2011 – 7:17 pm
These pictures are beautiful!! Everyone of our friends that have seen them have said they look like they are out of a magazine!! Truly amazing 
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Amazing work Charleton! Thank you for capturing the Beauty! September 7, 2011 – 10:27 pm
WOW what a great set pictures!September 8, 2011 – 7:33 am
These are stunning, far better than any of the wedding magazines.September 8, 2011 – 7:36 am
Mixing rustic outdoor scenery and wedding attire is no easy task, cheers to the outstanding photography talents!September 8, 2011 – 7:42 am
These are the best wedding pictures I have ever seen.September 8, 2011 – 8:15 am
Great pictures. They make a great couple and we wish them all the happiness in the world. We miss you Alicia
From the gang at ComcoSeptember 8, 2011 – 9:30 am
Fun Shots for a fun event! Best Wishes to Alicia and Austin.September 8, 2011 – 10:44 am
Beautiful pictures for a beautiful coupleSeptember 8, 2011 – 1:31 pm
You guys look amazing! Congratulations September 9, 2011 – 12:42 pm
The setting is stunning !! You both look beautiful!!
Photographers made it all look amazing!!September 9, 2011 – 2:21 pm
Thank you for the compliments, what a special day that was in Yosemite. I hope to see you both (Austin and Alicia) in San Diego soon!September 11, 2011 – 9:13 pm
Beautiful wedding…beautiful pictures…thanks for sharing.September 12, 2011 – 1:38 pm
Such a beautiful bride!!!September 15, 2011 – 4:17 pm
SO Beautiful! September 26, 2011 – 2:22 pm
OMG, What a beautiful wedding! There are so many images I just loved (the bridal party in the woods, Alicia in the trees, the handcuffs, etc). Excellent work, just amazing.October 3, 2011 – 9:14 pm
GORGEOUS!! Alicia;s happiness shines thru! i love the colors she chose for the bridesmaid’s dresses. So fitting in the midst of beautiful mother nature =)October 17, 2011 – 12:47 pm
Gorgeous! Alicia’s happiness shines right thru. I love the colors she chose for the bridesmaid’s dresses. So fitting in the midst of beautiful mother nature October 17, 2011 – 12:48 pm
[...] this image out. We were returning from photographing a Yosemite Ahwahnee Wedding and decided to stop and take some photographs of the stars on the way out. We drove to a few [...]November 28, 2011 – 3:27 pm
I traveled to Los Angeles for an awesome wedding at the Pacific Palms Resort. I met Cary and Anissa last year at Sally and Justin Arnst’s wedding. I photographed Cary and Anissa’s engagement session earlier at the LA Dodger’s Stadium in September 2010. For some of you who don’t know, Cary is the grandson of…
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I met Edmund and Melody on a Skype conversation last year from Washington D.C. when they decided to book me for their wedding in Napa, California. Since then, I have enjoyed getting to know the both of them, talking and having fun, specially during their engagement session up near Melody’s parents home in Napa. Working…
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Thank you for doing such a wonderful job on our wedding! I just wanted to leave the correct links for our florist and bakery.
Beau Fleurs did an amazing (and afforable) job on our flowers
http://www.napavalleyflowers.com/
Sweetie Pies did our delicious dessert selection
http://www.sweetiepies.com/August 8, 2011 – 5:05 pm
by Charleton Churchill
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Sue Franzoia - Charleton, you captured the sheer JOY and emotions of Lindsey and Justin getting married. The photographs are stunning and reflect the true LOVE these two share. Wonderful lifetime memories.January 2, 2012 – 7:33 am
kris - I smiled, I laughed, I cried……yes, at the wedding and then again today while viewing these photographs. I love the way you allow us to “re-live” the day through your fantastic photography! Thanks again Charleton!January 2, 2012 – 6:45 pm
Charleton Churchill - Thank you Sue for the comments. I wish I could have added more to the blog! There were so many great photographs that day.March 6, 2012 – 8:41 pm
Charleton Churchill - Thanks Kris, the photographer (me) cried as well. Many great moments throughout the day. THanks to Nancy Nerhan for wonderful hospitality and service at the Oceano Hotel!March 6, 2012 – 8:44 pm