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Southern California Engagement Shoot Bliss

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Couple sharing a romantic moment under the trees at a garden party

Love, kindness, laughter & patience; mix it all together with a good ounce of forgiveness and you have the recipe for a happy home.  

Such was the inspiration for this Southern California engagement shoot styled by wedding and event planner Stacie Truett of Gatherings by Stacie and photographed by Smetona Photo at the Labat-Love House, a private estate in the Los Rios District of San Juan Capistrano available for boutique weddings.

Romantic couple with Bliss quote and a focus on happinessFresh plums and flowers in a bowl create a charming table setting

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