We love Alyse and David. Their day was epic fun! Being Southern California cinematographers, we typically get sunny days year round, so when it started to rain out of the blue, it wasn't the something blue we were expecting! Thankfully, the rain was rather good luck, it made for an amazing father of the bride speech and everyone was excited to be in the midst of it all! The rain couldn't stop Alyse’s infectious laugh and David's wide grin, they were in one word, adorable! It was an amazing day!
They began getting ready in downtown LA at the Omni Hotel, then headed to St. Anthony’s Croatian Catholic Church, were the reception would also be held. Talk about wow, their Priest was phenomenal, although a Croatian Church- he did some of the mass in Italian for Alyse’s side of the family- talk about talent! Then there was his singing- well let’s just say we might as well have been in Rome! But the fun didn’t stop there, the reception was a blast. As the rain poured down in buckets, we partied the night away with fun and love and some really good Croatian food, talk about yum! ;-)
We love Alyse and David. Their day was epic fun! Being Southern California cinematographers, we typically get sunny days year round, so when it started to rain out of the blue, it wasn't the something blue we were expecting! Thankfully, the rain was rather good luck, it made for an amazing father of the bride speech and everyone was excited to be in the midst of it all! The rain couldn't stop Alyse’s infectious laugh and David's wide grin, they were in one word, adorable! It was an amazing day!
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Juan and Debbie are just awesome! It took them a little longer than usual to tie the knot, as the maid of honor hints at ;-) but, they were waiting for just the right moment! That moment came for them on September 20th at Black Gold Country Club in Yorba Linda. The setting was gorgeous and everything came together like magic. There was fun to be had for everyone, from morning mimosas to the photo both, it was fantastic! Congrats once more Juan and Debbie!
Getting Ready Location: Embassy Suites, Brea
Ceremony and Reception Location: Black Gold Country Club
Cinematographer: Charles Lauren Films
Wow! We were so lucky to be part of Kelly and Daerick's special day! It was like a destination wedding - taking place at The Fire Garden in Bonsall. There were family and friends, amazing musicians, performances, fire on the dance floor, fire in the trees, an after party and an ice cream truck! When you watch the video you'll see even more! The party went so late that many of the guests just set up their tents and spent the night! It was a unique location for this kilt wearing clan!
Location: The Fire Garden
Photographer: Donald Norris Photography
Cinematographer: Charles Lauren Films
Judy and Pablo are a remarkable couple and their day was epic! Judy told us from the beginning that there would be 2 ceremonies on her wedding day. They would start with a traditional Catholic one and then move on to a fun whimsical one, that would be performed at Terranea. A reception would follow. How did it turn out? Well, you will have to watch and see! Be sure to check out Judy and Pablo's tango- personally we think they're ready for Dancing With The Stars! On a serious note though, they truly were meant for each other- so much that their wedding gifts to each other were almost identical! Judy wrote Pablo love letters for a few weeks before the wedding and also gave him some of their older ones from anniversaries and important times. Pablo's gift was just as cool. It turns out that he had kept notes he wrote to Judy for an Advent Calendar for Christmas, then had them framed! So long story short, they both gave each other love letters. Now, they have their happily ever after- the wedding film, the ultimate love letter! ;-) Congrats once again Judy and Pablo!!
Planning: First Pick Planning, Jen Bergmark
Catholic Ceremony Site: St. John Fisher
Outdoor Ceremony Site: Terranea Resort
Reception Site: Terranea Resort
Photography: Justin Lee Photography
Florist: Lotus + Lily Floral Design
Cinematography: Charles Lauren Films
Band: JD Entertainment (Doc Rock It)
Magician: Johnny Wu
Draping: Bob Gail Special Events
Cake: Vanilla Bake Shop
Desserts: Porto’s Bakery
Makeup and Hair: Jackie Su Makeup + Hair Artistry
Judy and Pablo are a remarkable couple and their day was epic! Judy told us from the beginning that there would be 2 ceremonies on her wedding day. They would start with a traditional Catholic one and then move on to a fun whimsical one, that would be performed at Terranea. A reception would follow. How did it turn out? Well, you will have to watch and see! Be sure to check out Judy and Pablo's tango- personally we think they're ready for Dancing With The Stars! On a serious note though, they truly were meant for each other- so much that their wedding gifts to each other were almost identical! Judy wrote Pablo love letters for a few weeks before the wedding and also gave him some of their older ones from anniversaries and important times. Pablo's gift was just as cool. It turns out that he had kept notes he wrote to Judy for an Advent Calendar for Christmas, then had them framed! So long story short, they both gave each other love letters. Now, they have their happily ever after- the wedding film, the ultimate love letter! ;-) Congrats once again Judy and Pablo!!
Planning: First Pick Planning, Jen Bergmark
Catholic Ceremony Site: St. John Fisher
Outdoor Ceremony Site: Terranea Resort
Reception Site: Terranea Resort
Photography: Justin Lee Photography
Florist: Lotus + Lily Floral Design
Cinematography: Charles Lauren Films
Band: JD Entertainment (Doc Rock It)
Magician: Johnny Wu
Draping: Bob Gail Special Events
Cake: Vanilla Bake Shop
Desserts: Porto’s Bakery
Makeup and Hair: Jackie Su Makeup + Hair Artistry
Congratulations Chelsea and John! This coastal wedding at the Crowne Plaza in Redondo Beach was spectacular. From their very stylish first look to the chandeliers at the ceremony, it was a modern, fun and trend setting wedding! We love these two, have fun watching!
Venue: Crowne Plaza Redondo Beach, Courtney Fishman
Wedding Planner: No Worries Event Planning, Dee Gaubert
Photographer: Nicole Caldwell Studio
Videographer: Charles Lauren Films
DJ: VOX DJs
Florist: Lotus and Lily, Jackie Combs
Ceremony Musician: Amy Hite
Officiant: Chris Robinson