» Katie 

Over the holiday weekend I met up with Yissa and Kevin at the Disney Concert Hall for part one of our two part engagement photo adventure. Yissa and Kevin are both architects so it seemed only fitting that we use one of downtown LA’s most famous buildings as a backdrop for the photos. We found amazing photo opportunities hidden behind the curves of the building and in the reflections of the metal surfaces. As we roamed the grounds I got to know Yissa and Kevin and hear all of their wonderful wedding plans. I can’t wait until August for their wedding at Wayfarer’s Chapel and then for part two of our engagement adventure in Vegas!

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I can’t help it. I just love this photo. It makes me laugh just like Yissa.

» Tammy 

I just had the pleasure of photographing Yvonne and Brian’s wedding at San Ysidro Ranch in Santa Barbara. This place is so beautiful and amazing! It’s tucked away in the mountains and has all these little cute and adorable cottages for you and your guests to stay in. It’s the perfect setting for a wedding. So needless to say, the sweet venue coupled with the good looks of Yvonne and Brian as well as their super fun vibe made for a really great day of photos. These two have incredible friends that were all about having a good time and celebrating the occasion with the happy couple. I really had a fabulous time and I’m so stoked that Yvonne and Brian did too. Their day unfolded exactly as they had hoped for and I have to give them a big high five for that. Congratulations you two! So happy for you!

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Yvonne with her dad.

Some details from the day.

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Venue: San Ysidro Ranch
Coordinator: Merryl Brown Events
Florist: S.R. Hogue & Company

» Jenny 

Jasmeen and Brad’s wedding in Long Beach was a ton of fun! It was at Jasmeen’s aunt’s house and the home was FULL of Jasmeen and Brad’s family and friends. Jasmeen and Brad are teachers who live in Senegal West Africa so along with the local guests, people flew in from North Carolina and even West Africa!! Needless to say, that meant that the guests were ready to party! The dance floor was packed, the food was amazing, and the music was an awesome mix of African, hip hop, blue grass, and country. What an amazing way to celebrate such a beautiful couple! And they truly are an amazing couple. They are so in love and it shows in the way the two interact with each other. They are also the most gracious hosts and I was treated like a guests from the moment I got there. I ate some pretty great food and laughed and cried with the rest of the bunch. I’m so happy for Jasmeen and Brad and know that they will have an incredible life together.

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The ceremony was held on the front lawn under a beautiful old tree.

Brad’s reaction to seeing Jasmeen for the first time.

» Jenny 

Last weekend I had the pleasure of being a part of Lucy and Tom’s wedding weekend. The party started on Friday night at the Jonathan Club in Malibu. That fabulous party was followed by their ceremony on Saturday at St. Monica’s Church in Santa Monica and a reception at the Los Angeles Country Club. It was a beautiful couple of days and the guests had a blast. Lucy and Tom were so relaxed and fun and it was so nice to see them laughing and joking around with everyone. They really were enjoying every aspect of their wedding. Lucy and Tom are so sweet and I had a ton of fun being a part of their day. I wish you guys the best of luck!

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Tom’s first look at his bride to be!

Some details from the day.

The best part of the night was when the costumes got passed around. Hilarious!

Even Tom and Lucy joined in the fun!

A perfect night for a perfect new bride and groom.

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Ceremony Site: St. Monica Catholic Church

Reception Site: Los Angeles Country Club

Wedding Coordinator: Delicate Details

Video: Envision Productions

Florist: Empty Vase

Cake: Fantasy Frostings

Band: Jay Sterling Band

» Katie 

A Bat Mitzvah is a special time in girl’s life when she is officially seen as an adult member of her community. Its a beautiful religious ceremony followed by an amazing party. Recently, I had the pleasure of taking part in Sloane’s Bat Mitzvah at Cafe La Boheme in West Hollywood. Sloane was so impressive as she read from the Torah, sang the blessings and gave a heartfelt speech about service to one’s community. She is such a mature and beautiful person. You could really feel the love in the room for such a special girl.

After the ceremony friend and family were treated to a beyond fabulous party. The already decadent cafe was adorned with candelabras, a hip lounge set up and fun and games for the kids. It was as if the famed Moulin Rouge was transported from Paris just for Sloane. Everyone had a blast indulging in treats and dancing the night away. What an amazing event!

Congratulations to Sloane and her family on this wonderful rite of passage.
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Party Design and Planning by Quintessential Parties
DJ by Groovy David Entertainment

» Jenny 

Former Red Lofters Jeff and Margaret came on down to introduce me to their very first little bundle of love, Mia. She is a real cutie patooty. She giggles and smiles all the time. It was so great to play with Mia and remember how sweet 6 months is. My own little son has hit the 17 month mark and let me tell you, he does not sit still. With Mia I was able to take a ton of pics because she doesn’t go anywhere!!!  I feel so honored to be able to capture some photos for the West family photo album. Until next time little Mia!

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