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Hello there! I'm Patrick, a professional wedding officiant based in Paso Robles, California...Our little drinking town, with a farming problem...but I do travel! I take absolute delight in helping make your wedding ceremony just as you envisioned it. After all, it's your special day!

In addition to working as an officiant, I'm also the owner of a distillery in Paso Robles, a voice-over specialist, and I have a multiple-subject teaching credential. That's right, the booze making officiant!

More at: https://www.pronouncedbypatrick.com/

As someone deeply passionate about love and commitment, I've been fortunate to stand alongside countless couples as they embark on one of the most remarkable journeys of their lives - marriage.

What sets me apart is my unwavering commitment to creating ceremonies that are uniquely tailored to each couple. I work closely with you to design an experience that perfectly reflects your love story and shared values.

I take pride in my belief that love knows no boundaries. I welcome and celebrate couples of all backgrounds, races, genders, religions, and traditions. Your love story is a beautiful mosaic, and I'm here to ensure that your wedding ceremony reflects that diversity and individuality.

I know that your wedding day is a milestone in your life, and I take my role seriously. I am punctual, organized, and committed to making every aspect of your ceremony seamless and stress-free. Your love story deserves to be told with grace and professionalism.

Love is the most powerful force in the world, and I'm here to help you declare that love to the world and commit to a lifetime of happiness together. If you're planning your wedding in California and are in search of a caring, experienced, and inclusive officiant, I'd be honored to stand by your side as you embark on this extraordinary journey of love and commitment.

Services Offered

I strive to make your wedding ceremony one that is tailored to your specific ideas. Be it planning a small wedding or a large soiree, I bring experience and a passion for officiating. I thoroughly enjoy collaborating with couples to create a joyous and light-hearted vow exchange that keeps their love story at the center. I can assist with non-religious, non-denominational, LGBTQ+, and elopement ceremonies. I'm also able to help with vow renewals, and provide my services throughout California. The primary locations I work in are Paso Robles, Templeton, San Luis Obispo, Morro Bay, Pismo Beach, Santa Barbara, Monterey, and Ventura...but I've officianted ceremonies throughout California and out of state as well.

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Frequently asked questions

Does starting price include the ceremony rehearsal?

No

What is the starting price for ceremony rehearsals?

$250

What is the starting price for pre-marital counseling (per session)?

$500

What types of weddings and events do you provide services for?

Non-religious
Interfaith
Ceremony Rehearsal
Vow Renewal
Civil Union

What services do you provide?

Premarital Counseling

What religious affiliations do you serve?

Agnostic
No Denomination

On average, how long are wedding ceremonies you officiate?

Less than 30 mins.

In which states are you licensed?

CA

What languages do you speak?

English

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Patrick is an outstanding, personable officiant who delivers heartfelt, humorous, and highly personalized ceremonies that moved couples and guests. Reviewers praise his professionalism, clear communication, and thoughtful extras—staying after, providing transcripts, and going above and beyond during planning. Planners and couples highly recommend him for making weddings smooth and memorable.

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Patrick is an outstanding, personable officiant who delivers heartfelt, humorous, and highly personalized ceremonies that moved couples and guests. Reviewers praise his professionalism, clear communication, and thoughtful extras—staying after, providing transcripts, and going above and beyond during planning. Planners and couples highly recommend him for making weddings smooth and memorable.

Preston
Preston Sent on 06/22/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Patrick is Incredible!

Patrick absolutely deserves the 5/5 stars - he did an absolutely incredible job officiating our wedding! We recommend him to anyone who is looking for someone who can command a crowd well (not always common in officiants) and bring a dash of humor to the ceremony while saying on-tone

The feedback from our guests about the ceremony & Patrick's role in it was resoundingly positive

As an added bonus, Patrick himself is an incredibly funny and genuine person, and I'm happy to have gotten to know him through the process

Thank you again Patrick for doing an outstanding job

Preston & Caroline
Katie
Katie Sent on 09/20/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Wonderful officiant

Patrick was the perfect officiant for our day. Not being religious, we went back and forth on asking a friend or hiring someone. We are SO GLAD we hired Patrick. He was fun, has great energy, and helped make our day special.
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Will Sent on 07/14/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Patrick Brooks is outstanding!

We chose Patrick after researching SLO officiants. We did a few phone interviews before we met him in-person (for the first time) two days prior to our wedding. From our first call, we knew Patrick was the right person for the job. He exudes excitement, passion, and happiness. He had a lot of thoughtful questions and happily addressed all of our questions. When we met him, we arrived with our electric car almost empty (we drove from the Northern CA) and Patrick let us use his personal e-charger for free to add miles to our car. He's that type of guy. He also made delicious, fresh cocktails for us at his distillery in Tin City (we also met his awesome dog, Penny). Again, for free. And then gave us a bottle of an award winning alcoholic beverage that he made. Also, for free. The day of the wedding, he crushed it. He delivered his beautiful, thoughfully curated words, adding special touches that were tailored to our wedding. He stayed after to socialize with us, take photos, and give us the transcript to his speech. Patrick is great officiant, and even better, a fantastic human. This world needs more Patricks. Patrick, we wish you the best of luck at your wedding to Quinn!
Baylee
Baylee Sent on 07/08/2024
5 out of 5 rating

We love this guy!

Patrick is amazing! He was our officiant and our specialized drink supplier, both of which turned out amazing! He made the ceremony so special to us and he’s all around such a lovable guy with amazing values and a good heart. Can’t go wrong with him!
Kim
Kim D. Sent on 06/18/2024
5 out of 5 rating

We couldn't have asked for a more perfect officiant

We couldn't have asked for a more perfect officiant for our Santa Barbara beach ceremony than Patrick. From the moment we first met him, it was clear he was dedicated to making our day special. His ability to personalize the ceremony was unparalleled; he effortlessly weaved our story into the words he spoke, making it not just a ceremony but a heartfelt reflection of our journey together. Throughout the ceremony, guests were moved by his sincerity and warmth. Several even asked us how long we had known him, convinced he must have been a longtime friend due to the genuine way he spoke about us and our relationship. His words were not just beautiful, but they resonated with everyone present, making our wedding feel intimate and personal. Patrick truly went above and beyond to make our day unforgettable. His professionalism, coupled with his ability to connect with us and our guests on such a personal level, is something we will always cherish. We cannot thank him enough for making our wedding ceremony everything we dreamed it would be and more. If you're looking for an officiant who will bring genuine warmth, personalized touches, and a heartfelt message to your special day, look no further than Patrick. He is simply the best.
Travis
Travis Sent on 10/17/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Patrick is the best

Patrick is the best. He is kind and professional in all of his interactions. Everything went smoothly. He made us feel very comfortable and full of joy on our big day. The ceremony that he gave was everything we wanted – the perfect blend of humor, fun, and heartfelt emotion. He has an incredible voice and attitude for this role. We received so many compliments on the ceremony and our choice of officiant. Thank you Patrick!
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Melania Sent on 10/16/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Patrick was the perfect officiant!

We had a great experience working with Patrick! We even got compliments from our wedding guests on how great our ceremony was. Patrick fit our wedding style perfectly, offered help writing our own vows, and communicated and checked in with us regularly up until the wedding day. He also worked around our schedule to make sure things were easy and smooth for us. We highly recommend you reach out to Patrick and have him help make your day as special as he made ours!
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Anissa Sent on 10/11/2023
5 out of 5 rating

You can't go wrong!!

Patrick is one of my favorite vendors to work with! As a wedding planner, I appreciate good communication and working with fun people. With Patrick, you get both! You won't be disappointed if you hire him!
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Kaiana Sent on 04/26/2023
5 out of 5 rating

So genuine and friendly

We are so thankful we had Patrick as our officiant. He was so easy and fun to communicate with prior and he did a killer job day off. Really appreciate him and all he did!!
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Leah Sent on 04/26/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect officiant!

Patrick was very easy to work with and so enthusiastic. It was great to have someone so excited for our big day and wanting to make it special and romantic. I would highly recommend Patrick.
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