Cynthia and James got married in October 2021 at Blomgren Ranch in Santa Clarita. The ranch sits off Sierra Highway, between the San Fernando Valley and the Antelope Valley. Tall eucalyptus trees surround the property, and it feels much farther from the city than it is.
Their day had a little bit of everything. Bold colors, a big wedding party, rustic tables under the trees, a mariachi band and a dance floor that never emptied. Here are some of our favorite moments.
The Wedding Party
The bridesmaids wore a mix of pastel colors, including blush, gold and light blue. The groomsmen wore gray suits. Together they looked great against the green of the trees.
We lined everyone up on the lawn for group photos. Then we took smaller groups, so Cynthia had portraits with each of her bridesmaids.
Portraits Under the Eucalyptus Trees
Blomgren Ranch has plenty of spots for portraits. We started on the lawn under the eucalyptus trees, where the shade keeps the light soft. Cynthia's long veil caught the breeze for a few of our favorite shots.
Next, we found a stacked firewood wall on the property. The warm wood tones made a simple, rustic backdrop for portraits of the two of them.
The Reception
The reception was set up outdoors under the trees. Long wooden tables had greenery runners, gold chargers and glassware. The sweetheart table stood out with burgundy and gold drapes and a full arrangement of flowers.
Cynthia and James shared their first dance on the outdoor dance floor, with the trees overhead. Later they cut the cake, and the night included a garter toss.
Mariachi and a Packed Dance Floor
A mariachi band played for the guests, and it turned the night into a real fiesta. After dark, the lights came on and the dance floor filled up. Cynthia danced with her bridesmaids, James danced with friends and family, and the party kept going late into the night.
Planning a Blomgren Ranch Wedding?
Here are a few tips from our time at Blomgren Ranch:
Plan your wedding party photos on the lawn under the eucalyptus trees. The shade keeps the light soft, even on a sunny afternoon.
Explore the property for portrait spots. Places like the stacked firewood wall add variety without a long walk.
If you're having live music, like a mariachi band, tell your photographer when it starts. That way those moments don't get missed.
As a Los Angeles wedding photographer, I love photographing ranch weddings in Santa Clarita and the San Fernando Valley. See our wedding photography and videography packages or contact us to check your wedding date.
See another ranch wedding: Cody and Jessica's forest wedding at Reptacular Ranch in Sylmar.