Boho Engagement session at Vasquez Rocks | Christina and Dane
After rescheduling their California wedding not once, not twice, but three times, Christina and Dane finally secured a new date for their celebration at the stunning Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach in Dana Point. And let’s be honest, if you’re sending out “Save the Date… again” cards, you need epic engagement photos to go with it! That’s where Vasquez Rocks Natural Area Park came in. It felt only fitting to reconnect here after our engagement session at Victoria Beach and mark this final countdown in cinematic style.
Why Vasquez Rocks is a Favorite for Los Angeles Engagement Photos
This unique California location just outside Los Angeles is famous for a reason. With towering sedimentary rock formations and a desert-meets-space vibe, Vasquez Rocks has been the set of iconic productions like Star Trek, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, and The Muppet Movie. Personally, I’m obsessed with the way the California sunset bounces off the layered rocks, it’s dramatic, golden, and totally surreal. Basically, it’s a photographer’s dream, and an engagement session playground.
Photographing Christina and Dane is always a joy, especially when they show up dressed to impress. Christina stunned in a sleek, custom-fit white dress topped with a bold red jacket and chic hat (the kind of combo that feels made for the Vasquez backdrop). Dane kept things timeless and handsome in a blue button-up before changing into crisp white. The energy between them? Off the charts. Playful, romantic, and ready for their well-deserved celebration ahead.
Next Stop: Monarch Beach Wedding at Waldorf Astoria
After all the postponements and planning pivots, I am beyond excited to see Christina and Dane say “I do” at the Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach, a luxury wedding venue in Dana Point, California with ocean views and total elegance. These two have waited long enough, and their wedding is going to be nothing short of magical.
Whether you’re dreaming of Vasquez Rocks engagement photos, planning a wedding at Monarch Beach, or looking for that perfect mix of candid energy and editorial style, I’m your girl. Let’s make some magic together.
Or check out some local California engagement sessions below!
Jennifer Lourie
