Vanessa and William’s wedding at Kennolyn Hilltop Hacienda was magical!
Originally from Fremont, Vanessa returned home from Queens, NY to celebrate with family and friends, while William brought his New Yorker energy to the Santa Cruz. They met through Hinge, and what started as a fun city date turned into a four-year-long adventure together — full of shared hobbies like pottery, knitting, camping, cycling, and even tabletop games like Warhammer 40k. Their wedding reflected this blend of fun cozy connection.
The Kennolyn Hilltop Hacienda offered the perfect combination of the Santa Cruz redwoods and Spanish architecture. Soft sunlight filtered through the redwoods, creating warm, golden light for portraits and capturing the energy of the day. The couple’s vision of sunny, bright, and excited photos came alive as they celebrated with 125 guests, balancing candid moments, couple portraits, and sweet shots of family and friends.
For couples planning a Kennolyn Hilltop Hacienda wedding or any Santa Cruz wedding, these photos are such fun inspiration for playing with nature in the California redwoods and the space in the venue.
If you’re planning a Santa Cruz wedding and want a photographer who blends natural light, storytelling, and a relaxed, friendly vibe, I’d love to capture your day.
