Pasadena City Hall Session | Couples Photos, Engagement Photos, Anniversary Photos
For Brandon & Kerissa's Pasadena City Hall anniversary portrait session we wanted to create some classy and romantic vibes while showing off the awesome architecture of the iconic location. Kerissa chose a colorful and flattering raspberry dress that added some great pop of color and found the perfect matching shirt and tie for Brandon's attire. Makeup by Jessi D provided a flawless look for Kerissa's photoshoot hair and makeup. We planned our session to fall right before sunset so we could capture some of that great golden hour light, as well...
Sneak Peek: Stunning White Floral Wedding at Los Angeles River Center & Gardens
I'm so excited to share a quick sneak peek of a BEAUTIFUL wedding at Los Angeles River Center & Gardens! Ambar & Mark's big day was filled with love, laughter, and LOTS of beautiful white floral arrangements from the fabulous team at Petals & Linens! You can see a few sneak peeks from the big day below, but be sure to also check out the incredible vendor team from the day, and stay tuned for more photos coming soon! Wedding vendors who made it happen: Planning, Design & Florals: Petals &...
Popular Engagement Session Locations in Orange County, CA
A while back I wrote an article on how to choose an engagement session location that's right for you, but today I thought I would expand on that concept a bit and specifically discuss some popular engagement session locations in Orange County! Let's take a look at a few: Downtown Santa Ana District There are multiple downtown areas in Orange County, but this one is my favorite. Downtown Santa Ana has LOTS of great photo spots, textures, and scenery. Great food/drink options right there for after your session. Multiple...
Featured On Every Last Detail: Jewel Tone Wedding Inspiration Shoot
I recently had the privilege of working alongside some of Orange County's best wedding vendors for a wedding inspiration shoot at the La Ventura Event Center in San Clemente. This hidden gem is a gorgeous spot for hosting a wedding or event. It's located just a few blocks from the beach (which is fantastic for those golden sunset photos!) and has some super cute photo spots onsite as well. Aimee Takumi of Confetti Skies expertly coordinated and designed our shoot along with the help of the ultra-talented Naomi of...
6 Things That Will Make Your Wedding Guests Grumpy
No doubt you’ve spent hours on your guest list and all that goes with it. You’ve even carefully selected a beautiful invitation suite and menu to be sure that your guests enjoy celebrating your perfect day as much as you do. But there are some unexpected things that can make their experience as a guest less than enjoyable. Let’s talk about six things that will make your wedding guests grumpy and how to avoid them! (Note: Some links are affiliate links.) Sitting out in the sun/cold too long (not planning...
How Many Hours of Wedding Photography Do I Need?
Maybe this photographer is just trying to pull one over on me. There's NO way I could need that many hours of photo coverage...
The Hacienda Santa Ana Wedding with Soft Lavender Hues
David and Naomi's Hacienda wedding in Santa Ana was a day everyone present will surely remember for years to come. From the moment I met these two incredibly sweet people, I could immediately tell that they were just right for each other. A perfect match! The couple chose a soft lavender and white color palette for their wedding decor. Naomi's bouquet, as well as the reception centerpieces, were made of fresh white orchids; a simple and classy floral look that Sharen Cosbey of Flowers by Sharen pulled off well! Naomi...
Blush, Merlot & Gold Wedding Inspiration | The Hills Hotel Laguna
I recently worked with the fabulous Wendy Alexis of Lavishly Chic to create a styled wedding inspiration shoot for all of you brides out there who appreciate glamour and elegance as much as we do! We chose a color palette of bold jewel tones, blush, merlot, navy blue and a pop of champagne gold as the foundation for our shoot. Next, we carefully selected the perfect crystal encrusted cap sleeve wedding gown from Calla Blanche for our model. We wanted this inspiration to feel like a modern take on the...
How to Write a Killer Wedding Speech
Did you just find out you're the maid of honor/best man at your best friend's wedding? This post is for you! More than likely part of your bridal party duties involve giving a speech of some kind. It might be tempting to google something pre-written, or to tell every story you can think of about the bride/groom. But before you do that, here are a few tips to help you write a killer wedding speech that everyone will enjoy! Remember The Purpose When preparing a speech, it's incredibly easy to...
Blush Rustic Vintage Wedding Inspiration at Hotel Temecula
Victorian Elegance Meets Rustic was the theme for a recent collaborative shoot with Stacy of Sylver Weddings & Events. Stacy is not only a wedding coordinator in SoCal, but she also manages multiple wedding and event venues in Temecula, CA. For this shoot, she wanted to show of one of her venues, The Hotel Temecula. It's a property located in the heart of Old Town Temecula and it's rich with local history. This venue is great for more intimate outdoor weddings. They also feature on onsite bridal suite and...