Category Archives: Quinceañeras

Marinaj Banquets & Events Quinceañera: Ellie

September 14, 2025

Ellie’s Day finally came. She had a beautiful Session at The Palazzo. And the actual day of her Quinceañera was just as magical. A room filled with balloons, a heart-touching first look with her dad, epic dances with sparklers and fog, and she sang a beautiful tribute to those who were in heaven.

Venue: Marinaj

DJ: Ed DJ

Choreography and Dancers: Royal Boys Creations.

Photography: A Story in Time.

Videography: MP Wedding Films

Officiant: Pastor Gina from Quinceañera Ceremony

Florist: The Vinney’s Company

Cake: Stephy’s Cakery

MUA: @glamour_cristalq

Throne and Chandelier: Alicia Martinez

Hair: Maria

This Story was captured by A Story in Time Photography – Jessie Cadenas with Melissa Quezada on second camera, and the assistance of Claritssa Vargas. We are Los Angeles, Orange County Wedding Photographers located in the Inland Empire. Our style is Classic, Romantic, and Fun. If you are interested in your Family, Graduation, Quinceañera, Engagement, or Wedding Story being captured, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us using the contact button at the top of this post or HERE.

See and get to know Jessie, the photographer on her personal FACEBOOK PAGE (yeah it’s open. You can stalk, but we can always be friends), but if that’s too weird this is the Business Page! Follow us on Instagram!

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Pasadena City Hall: Sweet 16 Photography: Isabella

August 24, 2025

Isabella is beautiful, but so much of that beauty radiates from within. It is her empathy and compassion that draw the admiration of so many people. It is no surprise that with her high levels of gratitude, compassion, and tenacity, she wishes to pursue a career in clinical social work. As her mom states, “Her special character of courage, kindness, and responsibility comes through when a situation gets tough.”

Beyond her caring heart, Isabella is also a gifted dancer and cheerleader. And when the world grows quiet, you’ll often find her lost in the pages of a good book.

Isabella is celebrating her Sweet 16th Birthday soon. “Mom and Dad are so proud of the young woman she’s becoming, witnessing her intellectual change and growth. We are celebrating this special day as we thank God for blessing us with such a beautiful daughter and to show our gratitude for her presence in our life🙏✨”

This Story was captured by A Story in Time Photography – Jessie Cadenas with the assistance of Melissa Quezada. We are Los Angeles, Orange County Wedding Photographers located in the Inland Empire. Our style is Classic, Romantic, and Fun. If you are interested in your Family, Graduation, Quinceañera, Engagement, or Wedding Story being captured, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us using the contact button at the top of this post or HERE.

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Angie PennLove how your photography captured my niece’s glow and beauty in a natural and unpretentious fashion. ReplyCancel

Chino Hills Community Center: Quinceañera Photography: Sofia

July 31, 2025

It was a beautiful butterfly-themed Quinceañera. Grandma made her dress by hand. Sofia celebrated with her family and friends her fifteenth birthday.

Dress: Handmade by her grandma.

Venue: Chino Hills Community Center

Coordination: Rosa Gonzalez

Make up and Hair: Getting ready with Monse

Cake: Patsy Cakes Tasty Bakes

Candy Table: Myras Sifted Sweets

Bartender: Drink Sonda Fly

DJ: Toney Collage with Marvel as MC.

Caterer: Banquetes Económicos

Linens and Decorations: Raquel’s Linens

Photography and Videography: A Story in Time

This Story was captured by A Story in Time Photography – Jessie Cadenas with the assistance of Melissa Quezada. Jose Estrada as Videographer with the assistance of Arthur Garcia. We are Los Angeles, Orange County Wedding Photographers located in the Inland Empire. Our style is Classic, Romantic, and Fun. If you are interested in your Family, Graduation, Quinceañera, Engagement, or Wedding Story being captured, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us using the contact button at the top of this post or HERE.

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California Quinceañera Photography: Trinity

July 18, 2025

Her parents’ thoughts…..

Trinity is loving, creative, and wise beyond her years. Our sweet rainbow baby, she carries the spirit of an old soul—kind, thoughtful, and full of warmth. Even as she turns just 15, there’s something beautifully spiritual about her, as if she sees the world through a deeper lens.

She’s a modern Chicana with a heart rooted in the ’90s—confident, proud, and brimming with personality. Trinity has a special love for lowriders, old-school music, and vintage fashion. Her style is unmistakably her own, and she wears it with pride and grace, honoring the past while making it fresh and new.

Since she was little, Trinity has dreamed of having a quinceañera. For her, it’s more than just a celebration—it’s a meaningful tradition, one she honors deeply. She’s always loved the spotlight, always imagined feeling like a princess for a day—but she never loses sight of the heritage and heart behind it.

Smart, determined, and endlessly imaginative, Trinity is a thinker, a doer, and a true original. She shines on the softball field with her team-first spirit, always lifting others up and leading with heart.

Off the field, her passions run just as deep. Trinity has a gift for fashion, makeup, and hair—a creative eye that’s all her own. She dreams of becoming a makeup artist and working in fashion design, and there’s no doubt she has the talent and drive to make it happen.

Whatever path she chooses, we’ll be there—cheering her on with love and pride. Trinity is truly one of a kind, and we feel endlessly blessed to call her ours.

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California Botanic Garden: Quinceañera Photography: Sophia

June 30, 2025

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This Story was captured by A Story in Time Photography – Jessie Cadenas with the assistance of Melissa Quezada. Video Clips by Arthur Garcia. We are Los Angeles, Orange County Wedding Photographers located in the Inland Empire. Our style is Classic, Romantic, and Fun. If you are interested in your Family, Graduation, Quinceañera, Engagement, or Wedding Story being captured, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us using the contact button at the top of this post or HERE.

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