The Thursday Club & A Couple who Embraced the Romance


Some weddings just hit different—and Mitch and Brenna’s was one of them. These two met while serving in the military, and their day was full of intentional details that honored their journey. As a fellow military spouse, it was such a fun and meaningful connection to witness.

Brenna got ready at home with her closest friends, surrounded by laughter and soft morning light. The whole day had this dreamy, ethereal feel—like the lighting was in on the romance.

Before heading to The Thursday Club, they exchanged private vows at the beach. It was classic San Diego: ocean breeze, blue skies, and big emotions. (Yes, they cried. A lot.)

Their ceremony and reception took place at the historic Thursday Club in Point Loma—a stunning venue with Mediterranean charm and sweeping coastal views. Military traditions were beautifully woven into the day, including the iconic sword arch kiss that followed their ceremony. Total movie moment.

And ... the best part... I got to head to the after party at the bar with them!

Weddings like this one remind me why I love what I do—capturing stories that are as personal as they are beautiful.

Minimalist white wedding invitation suite with yellow roses and green foliage leaves displayed on light fabric.
Wedding invitation with white roses and green foliage on a light textured background.
White calla lily flower arranged with two gold rings and one silver ring on a light textured background.
Wedding bands and engagement ring photographed on white flowers with delicate green stems and soft lighting.
Pink lipstick with gold bow detail alongside rings, white roses and feminine accessories on light marble surface.
An elegant white lace wedding dress with train hangs in front of sheer curtains with bridal shoes below.
Server in black uniform taking order notes while smiling in a bright restaurant setting with window and decor.
A figure in a green university sweatshirt works on craft materials at a wooden table.
View through doorway of someone sitting at a vanity desk in a sunlit room with wooden floors.
Handwritten notes and cards with personal messages on delicate white paper create an intimate monochromatic composition.
A person with long wavy brown hair applies makeup while sitting at an illuminated vanity mirror.
Professional stylist team working in a modern beauty salon with teal walls and white trim.
Two women share an emotional embrace, one wearing a navy dress with gold lace detail and the other in white.
A white lace wedding dress hangs on a hanger by large windows with sheer curtains while someone prepares in a robe.
A group of seven friends wearing matching black outfits laughing together, with one in white in the center.
A bride in a white lace wedding dress smiles while standing in front of a wooden bookshelf in a home setting.
Bridesmaids in matching black dresses react emotionally as they see the bride in her white gown in a sunlit room.
A group of friends wearing black dresses gather around to embrace and share a joyful moment together.
Emotional bridesmaids react in elegant black dresses while viewing bride in white wedding gown.
A bride in a fitted white lace dress gets help with final adjustments while standing near a window with sheer curtains.
A couple stands on a coastal cliff overlooking the ocean during their wedding photoshoot.
A romantic black and white photo of a wedding couple embracing on rocky coastal cliffs overlooking the ocean.
Intimate wedding portrait shows couple embracing at beach with ocean and blue sky in background.
A tender wedding photo of newlyweds sharing an intimate moment against a golden hillside backdrop.
Close-up of hands with wedding rings and lace dress details.
Intimate black and white portrait of a couple sharing a tender embrace in formal wedding attire.
Couple in wedding attire shares a moment on coastal cliffs overlooking the ocean.
Newlyweds walk hand in hand along a scenic coastal cliff during their wedding photoshoot.
A romantic black and white photo of newlyweds sharing an intimate dance pose on a beach.
A bride in a white fitted dress poses on a cliff overlooking the ocean.
A black and white portrait of a groom in a tuxedo standing on coastal rocks with ocean waves behind him.
Close up of white rose boutonniere with greenery pinned to black tuxedo lapel.
A Polaroid Bar sign displayed between two mint green and turquoise instant cameras.
Wedding memorabilia display with framed photos and flower vases on marble surface.
Wedding party in formal black attire and white uniforms poses together on a garden lawn with palm trees.
Joyful wedding party in formal attire laughing together outdoors with bride in lace gown and groom in tuxedo.
Group in black formal dresses stands with a bride in white against palm trees and lush greenery in an outdoor setting.
Wedding party holds elegant white floral bouquets with roses and greenery against black and white dresses.
Wedding portrait of couple with family members in formal attire against garden background with palm trees.
Formal group photo of wedding guests in elegant attire posed in a tropical garden setting.
White folding chairs with 'Reserved' signs line up at an outdoor wedding ceremony venue.
White roses and eucalyptus leaves arranged on white tulle fabric against a green foliage background.
White folding chairs arranged for an outdoor wedding ceremony under a lush vine-covered arbor with palm trees in the distance.
White wedding ceremony chairs arranged outdoors under a natural vine-covered archway.
Aerial view of outdoor wedding ceremony setup with white chairs arranged on stone patio surrounded by greenery.
A group in black and white formal dresses raise glasses in a celebratory toast during a special event.
Two people share an emotional embrace during a wedding ceremony, with one wearing a white gown and the other in black.
Bridesmaids with wavy dark hair laughing and holding white bouquets at an elegant outdoor venue.
Two women share a joyful moment with white bouquet while posing by an ornate door.
White rose wedding bouquet held by hands with an engagement ring against a light background.
A bride in a white lace dress holds a bouquet of white roses outdoors while looking down with red lipstick.
A delicate floral arrangement featuring peach and cream roses with greenery in a vase against a soft blurred background.
Emotional moment shared between guests at wedding reception with white chairs.
A couple shares a romantic moment during their wedding dance.
Wedding guests laughing together at an elegant reception dinner with warm lighting and formal attire.
A couple stands on a dramatic coastal cliff overlooking the ocean on their wedding day.
A framed directional sign for a garden ceremony features floral accents and black text against a white background.
A naval officer in dress uniform conducting a ceremony under a lush green garden archway.
A formal procession during a wedding ceremony with attendants walking down a stone pathway.
A black and white photo of a tender moment between a son in a tuxedo and his mother at a wedding.
A wedding processional walking down a stone path surrounded by palm trees and guests.
A black and white wedding ceremony on a stone patio surrounded by palm trees.
Wedding processional with couple walking down stone pathway surrounded by guests and white folding chairs.
Wedding ceremony moment captured in an outdoor garden setting with stone flooring and ivy covered walls.
Outdoor wedding ceremony with guests seated in white chairs on stone patio under greenery.
A beautiful wedding ceremony takes place outdoors under a wooden arch decorated with greenery.
Bridesmaids in matching black dresses hold white bouquets during an outdoor wedding ceremony.
Black and white photo capturing an intimate ceremony moment between newlyweds against a floral backdrop.
Guests seated outdoors at a formal gathering watch attentively while holding programs in their hands.
Wedding guests seated in white folding chairs during an outdoor ceremony at dusk.
A group of performers in formal attire stand in rows during an outdoor ceremony with seated audience members.
A military wedding ceremony taking place outdoors with yellow foliage in the background.
A wedding guest in a light grey suit and pink tie watches the ceremony.
Someone reading a paper document in a pink dress during what appears to be a formal event.
A close-up view of hands exchanging wedding rings during a marriage ceremony with medal decorations in the background.
Newlyweds share their first kiss under a tree arch during an outdoor wedding ceremony.
Wedding ceremony taking place on a stone patio surrounded by greenery with guests seated in white chairs.
A couple shares a playful moment with their wedding cake during sunset.
Two hands toasting with champagne flutes against a sunset bokeh background during a celebration moment.
Wedding party posing under trees at sunset with military officer officiating.
A romantic sunset wedding photo featuring a couple sharing an intimate moment with a flowing veil and white bouquet.
Close-up of hands holding a pen and clipboard with wedding ceremony documents.
Black and white portrait of someone writing on clipboard while wearing an elegant lace dress.
Naval officer in dress uniform with medals writing on clipboard in garden setting.
Silhouetted romantic couple embracing in dramatic black and white portrait with palm tree in background.
Romantic wedding portrait of a couple embracing in golden sunlight with bride wearing a lace white dress.
Close-up shot of a sparkling engagement ring being shown on a hand.
A couple shares an intimate moment at sunset with the bride holding a bouquet in her elegant white gown.
Newlyweds share an intimate moment during golden hour with white bouquet.
Romantic sunset portrait of a couple in wedding attire with golden light filtering through trees.
Close-up black and white shot showcases bride's hands with engagement ring resting on groom's suit.
Newlyweds in formal attire holding hands while walking through garden archway at sunset.
Intimate wedding moment captured under bride's veil with golden sunset light streaming through trees.
An intimate black and white wedding portrait showing tender moments under a flowing veil.
A beautiful wedding dress silhouetted against a golden sunset with trees in the background.
Newly engaged couple laughing together during sunset on a balcony.
A couple in formal attire poses on a sunset terrace with palm trees in the background.
A wedding reception moment captured on an outdoor terrace with golden hour lighting.
A scenic oceanside wedding moment with waves crashing against rocks in the background.
Four guests posing together for a formal event photo in an elegantly decorated venue with chandeliers.
Wedding guests pose together, including someone in formal military dress uniform.
Happy military couple pose together at sunset, officer in dress uniform with medals.
Group photo of military personnel and guests in formal attire at sunset reception.
A couple poses together at a formal event, with the woman holding a drink.
An elegant framed bar menu sign displayed next to wine bottles and craft beer at a wedding reception.
A naval officer in dress uniform laughs while socializing at an indoor event with guests and a bar in the background.
Romantic beach wedding portrait of couple embracing in formal attire.
A romantic couple embraces on rocky coastal cliffs overlooking the ocean in black and white.
Entrance to The Arcadian Court venue with blue-framed doors and people gathering inside.
A wedding cake silhouetted against a sunset sky with a lone palm tree in the background.
A black and white close-up of a wedding cake with 'Forever & Ever' written in script on a heart-shaped decoration.
Wedding cake display with illuminated 'Better Together' neon sign in romantic lighting.
Wedding reception in a bright hall with guests seated at round tables with white tablecloths.
Wedding reception guests enjoying conversation and dinner at an indoor venue.
A tender embrace between two people at a wedding reception, with the bride wearing a white lace dress.
A couple shares an intimate dance moment at their wedding reception with the bride in a white gown.
Candlelit reception dinner with guests enjoying formal celebration.
Naval officer in dress uniform giving a speech at elegant wedding reception.
A bride in a white lace gown turns to smile during a wedding reception with candlelit tables in the background.
A woman in a black dress delivers a speech while holding a microphone and notes at a formal event.
Guest speaker delivering speech at formal wedding reception in elegant ballroom setting.
A person in a black bow tie and tuxedo smiles while seated at an elegant candlelit reception dinner table.
A wedding guest laughs joyfully during the reception dinner with champagne glasses on the table.
Close-up of a bride's long brown hair and engagement ring during a wedding reception.
Wedding guests raising champagne glasses for a toast at an elegant candlelit reception dinner.
Three women in formal dresses sharing a microphone at an event.
A couple prepares to cut their elegant white wedding cake during their reception celebration.
Black and white photo captures playful moment of couple feeding each other wedding cake.
Black and white photo of a small white wedding cake and champagne glass on a round table.
Joyful dancing at wedding reception with formal attire.
A couple shares their first dance at their wedding reception on a wooden dance floor.
A bride and groom share their first dance in a beautifully lit reception hall with guests watching.
A couple dancing in formal attire on a wooden floor at an indoor venue.
Couple dancing in formal attire at an elegant indoor reception venue.
Wedding guest in black dress dancing enthusiastically at reception next to military officer.
Couple dancing together at formal event with guests in background.
A candid moment of dancing and celebration during a wedding reception indoors.
Black and white photo of wedding reception with guests dancing and celebrating.
Wedding guests dancing and having fun with limbo dance moves at a reception party on a wooden dance floor.
Elegant gold sword decoration with vintage clutch purse, roses, chocolates and black ribbons on marble surface.
Black and white flatlay with name cards, a Polaroid photo, rose petals, and a plate on a textured surface.
A slice of dark chocolate cake with frosting on a white plate beside black ribbon and white flowers.
Joyful moment on the dance floor during a wedding reception.
A couple shares a joyful dance moment during their wedding reception.
A couple shares a playful moment while dancing at their wedding reception in an elegant ballroom.
A group of wedding guests pose together for a fun photo at the reception.
Wedding guests dancing energetically at a reception with motion blur and warm orange lighting.
Wedding reception party guests celebrating energetically with drinks on the dance floor.
A couple dancing together at a celebration in warm lighting.
Couples slow dancing on wooden ballroom floor at elegant wedding reception.
Wedding couples dance together during a reception in a dimly lit venue.
A couple shares an intimate dance moment at a formal event.
An intimate moment between newlyweds sharing a tender moment at their evening reception.
A couple shares a romantic kiss at their wedding reception with twinkling lights in the background.
A romantic nighttime wedding photo with string lights creating a magical atmosphere.
Black and white closeup of hands signing or writing on a document at a wooden table.
A couple enjoying drinks at a rustic outdoor bar area with string lights overhead during their wedding reception.
Colorful array of Mexican salsas and dips served in white bowls on dark tray.
Guest in formal black tuxedo and bowtie enjoying conversation at dimly lit reception.
An emotional embrace between two people during a wedding celebration.
Three friends pose with Modelo beer box at casual gathering.
A romantic black and white photo of a couple embracing under twinkling lights at night.
Military officers form a traditional sword arch for a couple during an indoor wedding ceremony.
Romantic dip pose between couple under string lights in rustic venue setting.