Balboa Yacht Club Wedding
Anthony & Kelsey’s Balboa Yacht Club Wedding | A Coastal Dream in Newport Beach
When I say Anthony and Kelsey’s wedding felt like a Nicholas Sparks novel in real life, I’m not being dramatic—I’m being accurate. These two have been together for over a decade, and their chemistry? Undeniable. The kind of “we just fit” energy that makes you believe in soulmates again. And where better to celebrate a love like that than the iconic Balboa Yacht Club in the heart of Newport Beach?
Designed with the most beautiful blend of coastal blues, crisp whites, and effortlessly elegant details, their day was everything you’d want in a Newport Beach wedding—breezy, beautiful, and ridiculously photogenic.
Coastal Elegance Meets Modern Romance
The team at Palm and Pine Events created a wedding aesthetic that perfectly matched Anthony and Kelsey’s vibe: classic with a twist of fun. Think custom coconuts (yes, coconuts), a floral-lined ceremony overlooking the harbor, and a dinner setup that made al fresco dining feel like an upscale editorial shoot.
But what really made this day stand out wasn’t just the pretty details—it was the heart behind them. The escort card display didn’t just tell guests where to sit; it included personalized, handwritten notes for each and every guest. Who does that? Anthony and Kelsey, that’s who. These two are as sentimental as they are stylish, and their wedding was a true reflection of how deeply they love their people.
Every detail was considered—from the sailboat views to the invitation suite to the soft color palette that mirrored the water and sky. As an Orange County wedding photographer, it’s not every day that you get lighting, styling, and pure emotion all wrapped up into one event… but this day delivered all of it.
That Golden Hour Dock Moment
After the “I dos” were sealed and the champagne was flowing, we slipped away for a few sunset portraits on the dock. Just the two of them, the glow of golden hour, and sailboats bobbing gently in the background while their guests dined on the terrace above. It was intimate, romantic, and completely unscripted. A total dream for any wedding photographer in Newport Beach.
And can we just pause and appreciate how magical it is when a couple trusts you to sneak them away for ten minutes that turn into forever-favorite images? The drone photography really ended up being the pièce de résistance. This is why I always encourage a little golden hour magic time—especially at waterfront venues like the Balboa Yacht Club.
A Newport Beach Wedding to Remember
From start to finish, this day was everything you want from a coastal wedding: laid-back luxury, sentimental moments, and that unbeatable Newport breeze. If you’re dreaming of a wedding with seaside views, timeless design, and a little bit of cheeky charm, a Balboa Yacht Club wedding is hard to top.
Anthony and Kelsey, thank you for letting me be part of your story (and for giving me that dockside golden hour moment). I’ll be swooning over these images forever.
Planning Your Own Newport Beach Wedding?
If you're in the middle of wedding planning and searching for the perfect spot in Orange County, the Balboa Yacht Club should be high on your list. And if you're looking for a photographer who knows how to capture every windswept, joy-filled, romantic moment—hi, it’s me. I specialize in Orange County wedding photography, especially at gorgeous coastal venues like this one. What
Let’s make your wedding look as dreamy as it feels.
All photos captured by Orange County Wedding Photographer Lovisa Photo. If you liked this Balboa Yacht Club Wedding in Newport Beach, you may also be interested in this Wedding At The Ritz Carlton Laguna Niguel as well as this Big Sur Wedding At Wind And Sea.
Special Thanks to the following wedding vendors:
Wedding Planner: Palm and Pine Events
Venue & Catering: Balboa Yacht Club
Photographer: Lovisa Photo
Videographer: Shore and Wave
Coconut Vendor: Windansea Coconuts
Florist: Third and Park
Signage: Bader Collective
Specialty Rentals: Adore Folklore
Beauty: Shelby Henry MUA
Hair: Domonique Baez
DJ: DJ Austo
Saxophonist: Brian Pierini Music
Linens: Nuage Designs
Photobooth: Tipsy Twins Photobooth
Dance Floor: 2Create Designs
Officiant: Weddings Royale
Content Creator: The Social Club
Cake: SusieCakes
Desserts: Nothing Bundt Cakes
Rentals: Signature Party Rentals
Day of Paper Goods & Invitations: Minted Weddings
