Holly + Ryan :: A Smog Shoppe Wedding

Posted on September 1, 2010

Weddings at the Smog Shoppe are some of my favorite. The venue has so much character that adds to every photo. Then when I get to shoot a good looking, elegant and fun couple, teamed up with one of the best coordinators in the biz – Angel from Love and Splendor, the wedding is going to be amazing! This is what happened with Ryan and Holly’s wedding. One of my favorite wedding blogs, Green Wedding Shoes has this wedding featured now and make sure to check it out to see more photos. I decided to put together a little different selection of photos.

For starters, Holly designed her own dress from the dress worn by her grandmother, then mother. It was such a unique wedding dress that fit her so perfectly.

Quote from Holly “My favorite memory of the day was when I was walking down the aisle, heart racing, and my dad whispered in my ear, “look at ryan.” As soon as I saw my husband to be I felt a clam peace rush over me.”

Another great thing about this wedding was that the Smog Shoppe had just opened their new ceremony area and this was the first wedding held there. So glad they now have this area. It is such a compliment to the reception site.

I absolutely love it when brides encourage their bridesmaids to all get different dresses and shoes. Pick a color or pick a tone and let the girls go with it. So stylish!

Angel did a spectacular job with taking Holly’s vision and bringing to life. The details were stellar.

Favorite Moment from Holly:

Towards the end f the night when I was tired from dancing, I grabbed my dad and some water and we sat one of the couches and watched the guests enjoying the wedding. It felt so good to relax and take in the party as if I were a guest.

Vendor and Bride info:

Coordinator – Angel from Events of Love and Speldor Make-up By: Jane Oh Flowers: Holly Flora Vintage Furniture: Found Rentals Hair: Adriana

Shoes: Valentino Earings: Forever 21             Dress: Designed by the bride

Holly + Ryan Sneak Peek!!

Posted on August 30, 2010

This is a wedding that was one I have been so excited to post and am just giving you a sneak peek. You need to head over to GreenWeddingShoes.com to see more. It is one of my favorite wedding blogs and I’m honored to have one of my weddings featured there. I’ll be posting more by Wednesday so make sure to keep checking back but for now, here’s a good look at this stunning couple! The wedding was held at the Smog Shoppe in Los Angeles. It’s an amazing venue if you haven’t seen it before.

Kelly + Jimmy ::: A Montage Wedding

Posted on August 24, 2010

I have been so fortunate and blessed to end up with the most amazing couples who book me to document their wedding. This year has already been incredible for me and it makes my job fun verses all work. Kelly and Jimmy are one of those couples anyone would be lucky to be friends with. I love shooting engagement sessions because I get to know them so much better before their actual wedding day. I show up and we already have a good relationship, I’m excited to see them, and they’re excited to see me. Photos are a breeze because they’ve already spent some time with me shooting them and they’re that much more relaxed in front of the camera.

Kelly and Jimmy are so much fun. Jimmy is from the UK and a group of his friends and family came out for the celebration. The Montage is a stunning place for a wedding. Overlooking the ocean, beautiful landscape, and great ballroom. Details Details did all of the coordinating of the wedding and they are one of the best teams to work with. Elysium Productions was also there to video the wedding. Amazing job by everyone and it was a really fun wedding to be a part of!

So funny story about this photo, I actually chased down and caught this bunny. It was wild..not a staged prop. I think Alex from Elysium caught it on video. Probably once was a pet that ran away but made for a great photo!!

And here is a little pre-reception change! New hair style, new shoes, and a shortened wedding dress! Love it.

Look at the gorgeous reception put together by the talented Details Details team! In those martini glasses are either garlic mashed potatoes or mashed sweet potatoes. They just look that much more tasty with this presentation!

Connie + Thomas :: Married at Rancho Las Lomas

Posted on August 20, 2010

Here is a wedding I’ve been waiting to blog for awhile! Rancho Las Lomas is an incredible venue in Orange County. It has white tigers, parrots, lamas, zebra, a variety of options for photos and makes for a beautiful wedding. Connie and Thomas’ wedding was beautiful. I actually met Connie while I was on a date with my wife in Laguna beach. We started chatting and it ended up that she still hadn’t found a photographer she liked. It was a fun coincidence.

Both Connie and Thomas had smiles on their faces all day. So fun to have met them and I was honored to photograph their wedding!

Coordination by Caroline Chang at Serenity Events

Flowers by Helen

Ashley + Zeke ::: Married

Posted on August 2, 2010

I have been shooting a lot of weddings lately and there has been such a huge range in the variety and style of the weddings. From ranches in Santa Barbara, to hipster venues in LA, to the east coast, from funky, to elegant. I would classify Ashley and Zeke’s wedding as classy and elegant. Very fitting for the couple. Zeke and most of his groomsmen  are serving in the military and were a fun bunch and Ashley with her bridesmaids were the sweetest. I loved being a part of their wedding!

There’s something I love about this first photo of Zeke. Shot with HP5, 35mm film.

Julie + Dan ::: Married at the Ritz

Posted on July 26, 2010

Julie and Dan were married at the Ritz Carlton in Laguna Niguel and their wedding was spectacular. Everything was planned and designed by the fabulous Details Details team who are so fun to work with. I was able to spend some time with Julie and Dan in Baltimore shooting their engagement photos. They are a genuine and sincere couple who I thoroughly enjoyed getting to know. And how great was Julie’s wedding dress? Elegant and romantic.

Big thanks to my brother Pat for second shooting and changing film for me! Julie and Dan, congratulations. It was such an honor documenting your special day.

Natalie + Eric ::: A San Francisco Wedding

Posted on July 8, 2010

If you haven’t visited City Hall in San Francisco, you need to make a trip. Gorgeous building in a great city. I was able to fly up and spend the afternoon with Natalie and Eric as they were married, surrounded by their immediate families. We then took the rest of the afternoon driving and walking around town shooting some portraits. Such a great couple and I had so much fun with them. Here’s what I captured that day.

Friday Foto: Sneak Peak of an Incredible Maternity Shoot

Posted on July 2, 2010

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