In the heart of Beverly Hills is a fantastic award winning 5-star gem, the Montage. From their website, “Embraced on all sides by beauty and refinement, Montage Beverly Hills welcomes you to a getaway in the heart of the Golden Triangle. Literally steps from the incomparable shopping and dining of Rodeo and Canon Drives, this Beverly Hills hotel is a celebration of its legendary setting. Business and leisure pursuits are equally at home thanks to Montage’s coveted location, unmatched ambiance and highly personalized service. Whether you’re planning a pivotal business meeting or romantic weekend, our Montage associates at this resort will cater to corporate and social affairs with finesse.”

A perfect venue and a beautiful summer evening for Anne and Andrew’s rehearsal dinner . . .

Anne and Andrew utilized the rooftop Conservatory dining room for their intimate event . . .


The dining room overlooks the Hollywood Hills where you can see the world famous Hollywood Sign in the distance and the Griffith Observatory.

More info about the Montage Beverly Hills, “Exuding vintage Hollywood style paired with modern luxury, Montage Beverly Hills offers the best of both worlds. Sophisticated, inviting and reflective of its glamorous Beverly Hills setting, this urban oasis is set in the midst of a vibrant city. Distinctive amenities include award-winning cuisine, a 20,000-square-foot spa and an iridescent rooftop pool with panoramic views. Impeccable service is also in flawless alignment with your every 21st Century need.”

If I could describe a wedding with the same feelings that a person gets from a great night of dancing, this would be the day. In fact, it was literally filled with dancing from the getting ready to the grand exit. No kidding. As a photographer who likes to dance this is kind of a great day. At least there was never a problem getting photos of everyone enjoying themselves. And since Aly and Cody are incredibly photogenic, well . . . take a look.

Like I said, this is where the dancing began and it only stopped so we could make it to the ceremony in time! These girls are wild!!

Some of the most luscious Badgley Mischkas I have ever photographed, so beautiful . . .

Strawberry Farms is one of the most unique venues in Orange County. It feels completely out of place in the “OC” and is perfect for a rustic or “country” wedding feel.


Our groom chilling on the porch . . .

So I told the guys about the dance party that the girls had, so they showed up! Woot!!

Really touching moments happened directly before the ceremony as we staged a “first look” with Daddy and daughter. Then he walked Aly down the aisle. Proud Dad giving away his daughter. . .








Grab your card and find a seat!!

Sun-kissed grand entrance through the barn doors!! So awesome . . .

First dance . . .

and a toast . . .

Custom cake topper! Looks just like Aly and Cody!!!

Shoes – Badgley Mischka
Florals and Event Design – Green Leaf Designs
DJ – Elevated Pulse Productions

Turnip Rose Wedding

Wilshire Country Club
301 N. Rossmore Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90004-2403

You would be hard-pressed to find a classier couple than Anne and Andrew. Anne in a Vera Wang and pearls, and Andrew wearing JoS A Bank with a bow tie. AND they know how to throw an ivy league party, that’s for sure. From the amazing (understated) St Brendan Catholic Church to the classic Wilshire Country Club, the venues from this wedding day were a perfect fit for the couple.

I love how Anne has Vera Wang perfume to go with her classic Vera Wang gown. Perfect . . .


I believe that these peonies were cut from a garden in heaven . . .


Andrew getting ready . . .


The extraordinary St Brendan Catholic Church. Almost 100 years old . . .


Wow . . .



The wedding party at the Wilshire Country Club . . .



Onto the reception. Some details . . .

Some dancing! . . .



One of my favorite shots from the entire day (taken by my 2nd shooter), Anne and Andrew make their getaway into a 1962 Rolls Royce through a frenzied crowd of fans and paparazzi!!! . . .

So beautiful and fun! Thank you for inviting us to your SPECIAL day!

Flowers – Floret Floral Designs
Hair/Make-up – Fiore Beauty
Event Coordinator – Sarah Porcaro, Love in LA Events
DJ – Bruce Battleson, Battleson Entertainment
Videographer – Stephen Lewis, Perfect 10 Productions
Dress – Vera wang
Shoes – Kate Spade
Jewelry – Nordstrom
Bridal Party Transportation – CJL Executive Transportation
Getaway vehicle 1962 Rolls Royce – Classy Chassis

Bonnie and James got married on a beautiful southern California day in the heart of Orange County. They chose the very Spanish Turnip Rose Grand Newport Plaza for their ceremony and finished up at the artsy Turnip Rose Celebrations.

The shoes . . ta daaa!!

and beautiful Bonnie . . .


Beautiful flowers by Tricia, check out Hello Kitty!!

Mr. Fitzsimmons . . .








Details from the reception . . .


Best wishes to Bonnie and James! Hope to see you again soon.

Hair/Make-up – Chiali Meng
Flowers – Designs by Tricia 949 300 7996
Dress – Claire Pettibone
Shoes – Jimmy Choo
Videographer – Jordan Hoffmann Cinematography

Hoffmann has photographed at all of the Turnip Rose properties many, many times. Including the Grand Newport Plaza, Celebrations, and the Promenade & Gardens.

I spent a sleepless night wondering how I was going to take pictures of a 25 person wedding party in a city that I have no experience with. I had heard once that Kansas City was filled with haunted places, train tracks, brick buildings and a big river. That is mostly true, but as it turns out there are some good pubs there as well (i.e., Flying Saucer). Two days of scouting locations and connecting with another local wedding photographer – I was good to go. Here are some highlights from Angeli and Damon’s wonderful fall wedding day in beautiful Kansas City . . .

Here is Damon getting ready. . . making sure everyone is in the right place . . .

First look!!!

Kansas city!!! Hooray!!



Ceremony at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church . . .



Now it’s time to paaaartay . . .


Angeli in flight . . .

Reception at the Scarritt Room . . .

Lots of good stuff happened at the reception – moustaches, cake, photo booth, beer, dancing, gifts, etc. Too many photos to share here, so I will leave you with one more of our bride and groom making out in the stairwell at the Scarritt Building.

Getting Ready Hotel – Crowne Plaza Kansas City
Shoes – Badgley Mischka
Dress – Lazaro
Assistant Photographer – Kelley Walker Chance

Alice and Adam are really funny together, very playful and honest. For their engagement pictures it was only appropriate for us to start at their old stomping grounds at the Carpenter Avenue Elementary School in Los Angeles. Instead of wearing their school uniforms, Alice made a quick stop at Macys that morning for their outfits. Perfect . . .




After school we drove down to the Santa Monica pier to continue a beautiful engagement session.






Life is beautiful!

Turnip Rose Wedding

From Wikipedia’s Griffith Observatory entry, “Sitting on the south-facing slope of Mount Hollywood in L.A.’s Griffith Park, it commands a view of the Los Angeles Basin, including downtown Los Angeles to the southeast, Hollywood to the south, and the Pacific Ocean to the southwest.”

What more could you ask for in a view?! And this spring day was all about the view!! Could you believe there was NO smog hovering over the Los Angeles basin on this day?!?! WOW! Miracles happen.

Well they say that opposites attract. That is true for Jan and Don, at least as far as their choice in football teams. RIVALS!! Do they sit on the same side of the field? And YES, your eyes do not decieve you!! These are a matching pair of old school Air Jordans. . .



At the end of the day, Jan and Don are together and that is what matters. Thank you for inviting me on your day to Los Angeles.

Griffith Park Observatory
2800 East Observatory Road
Los Angeles, CA 90027
(213) 473-0800

Enjoy beautiful Huntington Beach! . . .

Shorebreak Hotel
500 Pacific Coast Highway
Huntington Beach, CA 92648
(714) 861-4470