"You are so good at loving me. And I am very blessed every day with you."

Mary & Tarlin’s story is one of those rare love stories that feels almost cinematic. They first met when they were young, went their separate ways, and then—decades later—found their way back to each other. Their wedding at Oak Wood Creek Weddings in Julian, California couldn’t have been a more perfect reflection of that journey: simple, intimate, and filled with meaning.

Oak Wood Creek is a true hidden gem in Julian, just minutes from downtown, yet it feels like a secluded fairytale setting. The details of this day blew me away—from the carefully chosen decor to Mary’s one-of-a-kind wedding dress, which she designed herself.

On the day, Mary and Tarlin were like two kids in love—full of laughter, energy, and joy that radiated to everyone around them. Their children gave heartfelt speeches that honored their story, and their friends and family surrounded them with nothing but love and celebration.

Capturing this wedding at Oak Wood Creek reminded me why I love filming intimate weddings so much—the beauty isn’t just in the setting, but in the people and the stories that unfold within it.

An Intimate Wedding at Oak Wood Creek in Julian, California