Mark & Alana’s Vintage Wedding at Bommer Canyon Cattle Camp

Weddings

Some weddings just feel like the couple. From the moment you arrive, you can sense their energy in every detail. That was Mark and Alana’s wedding through and through. Tucked away in the hills of Irvine, Bommer Canyon Cattle Camp set the stage for Mark and Alana’s unforgettable vintage-inspired wedding. Their day felt like stepping into a fantasy world, soft golden light streaming through the trees, friends and family surrounded by nature, and the sound of laughter echoing through the hills. It was part Lord of the Rings charm, part rustic SoCal magic, and completely them.

Getting Ready Details at Bommer Canyon Preserve

Wedding stationery set with floral designs, including an invitation and RSVP card.

Elegant white bridal shoes with open toes and ankle straps, adorned with small floral patterns and sheer ribbon bows, resting on a soft white surface.

Bommer Canyon Preserve Cattle Camp Wedding Venue, Irvine, CA by Cassy Velazquez Photography

Mark and Alana met through Dungeons & Dragons, so it’s only fitting that the Bommer Canyon Cattle Camp venue fits their wedding theme completely. Instead of the typical setup where the couple faces their officiant, Mark and Alana turned towards each other and their guests, hands intertwined, smiling at the family and friends who filled the clearing. It was the kind of gesture that made everyone feel like part of the story, not just witnesses to it.

First Look is Magical and You Should Definitely Do It!

Bride walking outdoors in sunlight, holding a bouquet, while a young girl assists with her train.

Two men in suits outdoors; one man energetically takes a photo of the other, who stands with his back to the camera, under a tree in a sunlit field.

Their vows were heartfelt and honest, the kind that makes you both tear up and laugh in the same breath. Surrounded by oak trees, twinkle lights, and the golden glow of sunset filtering through the woods, their day felt like stepping into a timeless love story, one that beautifully captured the quiet charm of nature and the nostalgia of another world.

Outdoor wedding ceremony amidst tall trees, with a bride and groom under a wooden arch. Guests seated, watching in sunlight.

Bride in white gown and groom in grey suit hold hands under a wooden arch adorned with greenery. An officiant, in a suit, speaks into a microphone.

Alana’s gown, all delicate lace and vintage tulle, looked like something pulled from a vintage boutique in Paris. Her bouquet mixed of colorful roses, and Mark looked effortlessly classic in a tailored green suit, his boutonnière echoing the same earthy tones found throughout the décor.

Guests sat at long wooden tables beneath glowing string lights, surrounded by vintage glassware, antique candlesticks, and wild greenery. The setup felt like an outdoor dinner party in the woods, laid-back, yet undeniably elegant. You could tell every detail was chosen with heart.

There’s something about Bommer Canyon that feels timeless. Maybe it’s the quiet hills, maybe it’s the way the sun slips through the trees just before dusk. For Mark and Alana, it was the perfect place to start a new chapter surrounded by the people who know them best. Their wedding didn’t need grand gestures or over-the-top details, it had joy, laughter, and the kind of love that feels grounded and wild all at once.

As an Orange County wedding photographer, I’ve captured many celebrations, but this one stands out, not just for its beauty, but for its heart. Mark and Alana’s wedding at Bommer Canyon Cattle Camp was proof that when you stay true to who you are, everything else falls perfectly into place.