Backyard Wedding in Clovis

Bride and groom portraits Clovis backyard wedding by Ashley Norton Photography

Backyard Wedding in Clovis

Imagine this: a love story straight out of a romantic movie, unfolding in a backyard filled with charm and love. That’s exactly what happened at Alene and Nicholas’s backyard wedding in Clovis. This was my first wedding, returning from maternity leave, and I couldn’t have asked for a better return.

Alene and Nicholas, both military servicemembers, met during a deployment back in 2022. It was one of those movie-like moments where fate brought them together through mutual friends and shared experiences. A bit hesitant at first, Alene found herself falling for Nicholas’s determination and wholehearted devotion.

Their engagement story is a real tearjerker. Picture this: a sunny July morning in San Diego, with the two lovebirds having a cozy breakfast at their favorite café on Coronado Island. Nicholas had something special in store— he arranged for Alene’s family to surprise her during a beach walk. As they approached a lifeguard post, Alene saw her family and realized what was about to happen. With the sun painting the scene in gold, Nicholas got down on one knee, and the rest is history.

A shared connection

But Alene and Nicholas’s connection goes beyond grand gestures. They bond over cooking, exploring their local area, and having epic movie marathons. From Harry Potter to Marvel movies, they love immersing themselves in fantastical worlds together. Oh, and let’s not forget their shared love for building Lego sets—talk about a playful couple who knows how to keep the magic alive in their relationship.

On their wedding day, set in the backyard of Alene’s childhood home, love was truly in the air. Amidst the rustling leaves and golden sunlight, Alene looked like a vision in her elegant gown, and Nicholas couldn’t take his eyes off her. The vows they exchanged in her family’s backyard were filled with promises of forever, sealing their love in front of their closest family and friends.

Check out some of my favorites from their backyard wedding in Clovis

Bride and groom first look Clovis backyard wedding by Ashley Norton Photography
Bride and groom first by Ashley Norton Photography
Bride and groom first look Clovis backyard wedding
Bride and groom portraits Clovis backyard wedding by Ashley Norton Photography
Bride and groom portraits Clovis backyard wedding by Ashley Norton Photography
Bridal portraits by Ashley Norton Photography
Bridal portraits
Bride portraits Clovis backyard wedding by Ashley Norton Photography
Bridesmaids portraits
Bridal party Clovis backyard wedding
Groomsmen portraits
Groom portraits Clovis backyard wedding by Ashley Norton Photography
Bridal party portraits Clovis backyard wedding
Bridal party portraits Clovis backyard wedding by Ashley Norton Photography
Groom with his sister
Bride with her mother
First look with dad
Bride's first look with her dad
Bride and her father share a first look
Ceremony setup
Clovis backyard wedding details
Clovis backyard wedding details
Groom walks down the aisle
Flower girl walks down the aisle
Bride and her father walk down the aisle Clovis backyard wedding
Bride and her father walk down the aisle Clovis backyard wedding
Groom sees his bride
Backyard wedding in Clovis ceremony
Backyard wedding in Clovis ceremony by Ashley Norton Photography
Backyard wedding in Clovis ceremony by Ashley Norton Photography
Backyard wedding in Clovis ceremony by Ashley Norton Photography
Backyard wedding in Clovis ceremony by Ashley Norton Photography
First kiss Clovis ceremony by Ashley Norton Photography
Bride and groom walk down the aisle
Bride and groom portraits at backyard wedding in Clovis by Ashley Norton Photography
Bride and groom portraits at backyard wedding in Clovis
Bride and groom portraits at backyard wedding
Bride and groom portraits at backyard wedding in Clovis by Ashley Norton Photography
Bride and groom portraits at backyard wedding in Clovis by Ashley Norton Photography
Bride and groom portraits
Bride and groom portraits at backyard wedding in Clovis by Ashley Norton Photography
Bride and groom portraits at backyard wedding in Clovis by Ashley Norton Photography
Bride and groom portraits at backyard wedding in Clovis by Ashley Norton Photography
Bride and groom toast
Cake details
Backyard wedding reception in Clovis by Ashley Norton Photography
Backyard wedding reception in Clovis by Ashley Norton Photography
Backyard wedding reception in Clovis by Ashley Norton Photography
Bride and groom first dance
Bride and her father share a dance
Backyard wedding reception in Clovis by Ashley Norton Photography
Backyard wedding reception in Clovis by Ashley Norton Photography
Backyard wedding reception in Clovis by Ashley Norton Photography
Backyard wedding reception in Clovis by Ashley Norton Photography
Backyard wedding reception in Clovis by Ashley Norton Photography
Backyard wedding reception in Clovis by Ashley Norton Photography
Backyard wedding reception in Clovis by Ashley Norton Photography
Backyard wedding reception in Clovis by Ashley Norton Photography
Backyard wedding reception in Clovis
Backyard wedding reception in Clovis by Ashley Norton Photography
Backyard wedding reception in Clovis
Backyard wedding reception in Clovis
Backyard wedding reception in Clovis
Backyard wedding reception in Clovis
Bride and groom cake cutting
Backyard wedding reception in Clovis
Backyard wedding reception in Clovis
Backyard wedding reception in Clovis
Backyard wedding reception in Clovis
Backyard wedding reception in Clovis
Backyard wedding reception in Clovis
Backyard wedding reception in Clovis
Backyard wedding reception in Clovis

Alene and Nicholas, your love story is nothing short of magical. I feel so grateful to have been a part of your special day. Thank you for trusting me to capture such special memories for you two. May your journey be filled with love, laughter, and countless adventures together.

Bridal party portraits Clovis backyard wedding by Ashley Norton Photography

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