In a world where grandeur often takes center stage, there's a growing trend among couples to embrace intimacy and create unforgettable moments that truly reflect their love and connection. If you're considering an intimate wedding, the California Central Coast, with Cambria at its heart, offers a picturesque backdrop that's sure to make your special day truly exceptional. In this blog post, we'll explore Aliya and Matt's intimate wedding in Cambria at Oceanpoint Ranch. Plus, some inspiration from Aliya's incredible red wedding gown! This non-white wedding gown and making your own traditions and style for your intimate wedding could have its own post honestly.

Oceanpoint Ranch Wedding in Cambria

An intimate wedding allows you to focus on what truly matters: your love story. With a smaller guest list, you can craft a deeply personal and authentic ceremony that reflects your unique journey together. In Cambria, the intimate atmosphere lends itself to creating meaningful moments that you and your guests will cherish forever. The California Central Coast is renowned for its natural beauty, with Cambria nestled amidst this picturesque region. Imagine exchanging vows against the backdrop of rugged cliffs, pristine beaches, or serene vineyards. The region's tranquility and versatility of venues create a magical ambiance that's perfect for an intimate wedding ceremony. Aliya and Matt shared their first look and wedding portraits in the incredible coastal woods next to the Pacific Ocean and Moonstone Beach.

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This chuppah set up was held on the property at Oceanpoint Ranch across the street from the Pacific Ocean and down the road from the guest rooms. Aliya and Matt used a family heirloom chuppah held by friends and family memebers.

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Oceanpoint Ranch is an ocean front property in Cambria that is available for small intimate weddings with small guest counts. The outdoor area is perfect for a small dinner set up with bar, but be warned that the ocean air can get chilly at night!

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Aliya and matt also asked me to add in a little bit of 35mm film, when i was just starting to experiment with film. i'm so happy they did and i got some great film images for them.

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Absolute magic. Cambria is definitely a wedding goals location in California!