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Ah yes, up in the spotlight today are Michael & Melissa and their super engagement pictures. Two of the sweetest folks you’ll meet. So cute, so in Love. You should see their two cute yorkies. They’re alumni of Santa Clara University, where I’ve photographed weddings at Mission Santa Clara. Having been there many times, I...
We laughed a lot! Meet Dallas & Vanessa. These guys are so much fun, I’m sure that their wedding at the gorgeous Conservatory of Flowers, built in 1868 in Golden Gate Park in San Francisco, will be as well. Thanks for the laughs guys. Maybe Dallas can get all his groomsmen to ride their Harleys...
We got sandblasted! Julie and Omar braved massive wind to journey to Pfeiffer Beach in Big Sur, to the spot where they got engaged. Just a cool couple, totally in Love. Total troopers, they charged right into the winds and we had a great session at this dramatic location. They’re getting married this Fall at...
Scott and Dana rolled up from Manhattan Beach for their destination wedding at the beautiful Highlands Inn in Carmel, California. Wow, words can’t describe it! The stars were all in alignment and the day was incredible. Beautiful couple, totally in love. Gorgeous, sunny day. A stunning view up and down the rocky coast. Thanks so...
Shout out to Carl Mindling, Master of Ceremonies! One of the most important aspects of a fun reception or event is having a professional Master of Ceremonies, and Carl really does a fabulous job. Not only does he direct your reception in a fun, modern and elegant fashion, he’s also a Master DJ who will...
I want to give a shout out to Anthony Karabetyan, Darion Bonnet and all the professionals at Chic Wedding & Event Design in Monterey. We recently worked together at Parker & Kelly’s wedding at Chateau Julien. I have to say, you guys did a fabulous job with the design of their reception! It was off...
Whoo hoo! I have been chosen to receive the WeddingWire Bride’s Choice Award™ 2010. This award recognizes the top 5 percent of local wedding professionals from the WeddingWire Network who demonstrate excellence in quality, service and professionalism. The Bride’s Choice Awards™ are determined exclusively by recent newlyweds (brides and grooms) through extensive surveys and reviews,...
Vanessa and Kaleb had a stylish Indian destination wedding weekend in Monterey. The festivities began with a Mehendi Celebration at a private beachfront residence in Pajaro Dunes. A traditional wedding ceremony was held the following day at the new InterContinental Hotel in Monterey. The Baraat rolled right down Cannery Row! The weekend concluded with a...
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