Jalea Photography - San Diego Wedding, Portrait and Event Photographer

12/04/2025

Who says courthouse weddings have to look a certain way? These two said "I do" downtown and then we wandered over to the historic Santa Fe Depot for portraits - the perfect mix of timeless and unexpected. Check it out on the blog!

Looking for unique courthouse wedding ideas? See how this couple made their San Diego County Administration Center wedding truly one-of-a-kind, with vintage-goth style, creative outfits, and portraits at the Santa Fe Depot.

05/07/2025

A peaceful trail, a golden beach, and a couple so in sync they made it all look effortless. We started tucked beneath the trees and ended with waves crashing under the softest sunset light at Windansea Beach. Pure magic from start to finish!

Capture the magic of golden hour with sunset engagement photos at Windansea Beach in La Jolla, San Diego. See highlights from this beach session and get expert tips for planning your own romantic shoot.

12/02/2024

Dreamy vibes by the San Diego harbor. The perfect setting for unforgettable moments! This beautiful couple brought elegance, grace, and all the magic to their session, followed by a fun celebration at Lala in Little Italy - what a day to remember!

11/26/2024

Strike a pose, family-style. Your memories deserve to look this good!

08/30/2024

Like Moses had power over sea, so you've got a power over me. - Coldplay
More from Nadia and Nick's spectacular day!

08/27/2024

Congratulations to Oksanna and Chase on their recent wedding! It was a day filled with love and excitement as they celebrated their journey from meeting at church Bible study to bonding over their love for surfing and the beach.

The beach theme and colors they chose were simply stunning, especially with Oksanna's incredible handmade sola flower arrangements. Sola wood flowers, crafted from the Shola plant, can be fluffed, shaped and dyed to match any color scheme. Oksanna and her mom dedicated over 40 hours to creating her beautiful arrangements-a true labor of love!

08/19/2024

I'm so excited to finally share some highlights from this gorgeous wedding. It was truly a day to remember, filled with so much joy, laughter and love.
Nadi looked stunning with her veil flowing in the wind, and Nick couldn't take his eyes off of her the whole time. 😍
I was honored to be at their side throughout the day, capturing the unforgettable moments.

07/04/2024

Congrats to Emily and Mitchell on their beautiful wedding day!
🌟 Wedding Tip: When planning your wedding timeline, remember to take lighting into consideration. The right light makes for the most flattering and magical photos, just like these stunning shots of Emily and Mitchell.

Remember, your wedding photos are forever, so investing a little time into perfect lighting can make all the difference. Here’s to a lifetime of love and happiness! 💍❤️

06/20/2024

I’ve been meaning to share these proposal photos of this adorable couple! I have to admit, when I heard Ryan wanted to pop the question in noonday light, I kind of cringed. And no amount of convincing would change his mind. 😂

But that’s okay because the lighting may have sucked, but the moment was absolutely PERFECT! Sometimes you just have to embrace the light and focus on the love. And of course, she said yes!

Congrats to Ryan and Azera on their engagement!

06/05/2024

It's moments like these that make life extraordinary. 💖 Celebrating the love and joy of this wonderful couple.

05/14/2024

I'm a little sad that wildflower season is winding down but really happy about the beautiful memories created with my wonderful couples.
💍 A big congrats to Ashlea & James who were married recently in an intimate ceremony surrounded by their loved ones! It was an honor to capture your special day.

05/10/2024

San Diego is really showing off for springtime right now! 🌸✨Everywhere I look, there's bursts of color and the sweet scent of blossoms. The vibrant blooms have me inspired to capture all the love and joy of my couples. Ready to capture your own springtime magic? Contact me today to book your session!