I have a very soft spot for intimate weddings. Brian and I had one here, and one where he’s from. And as a photographer, there’s something so meaningful about being a part of such a close-knit celebration. Erica and Hernan also appealed to the type-A personality that I have a teeny wee bit of They set a perfect timeline, were actively involved in selecting just the perfect spot for photos (Brand Library & Art Center) after their beautiful ceremony at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, Hollywood and their itinerary was organizational gold for me. Their wedding day was made perfect by a reception at Redbird at Cathedral of Saint Vibiana. (and a special thanks to the team there for giving us access to some stunning spots)! Erica and Hernan, thank you for having me as a part of such a romantic, and personal celebration!
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Vibiana Wedding ~ Gabriela and Manuel
You know when you have one of those absolutely perfect days? Where everything seems to just go well? This was it. Thanks to Deanna and Chic Ambiance, and Gabriela’s incredible sense of organization, this day was beautifully orchestrated. I met Gabriela and the girls at Vibiana, while Brian met the guys (and got some of my favorite photos of the day) at the Hilton in Downtown LA. From there, the rest of the day flew by. With stunning decor by Lori’s Flowers this day could not have gone any better-and the two of them more than deserve it. Gabriela and Manuel are the kind of couple you hope to get to work with all the time and the importance they placed on involving friends and family in their day was truly touching.
Los Angeles Athletic Club Wedding ~ Casey and Estrella
As an LA native, I am in love with anything and everything vintage Los Angeles. I try and be very careful not to overuse the term “vintage” unless it’s truly appropriate-but in this case, it’s perfect. Estrella and Casey were engaged in a very Hollywood way-on the national talkshow “The Talk.” Along with 49 other potential grooms, on television, Casey got down on one knee and asked Estrella to marry him.
They wanted to carry that love of Los Angeles, and Casey’s proud Irish heritage, into their wedding-and they did so beautifully.
Their reception (and first look) was at the Los Angeles Athletic Club, a glamorous, vintage Los Angeles landmark, built in 1880. Casey wore a tux with tails, and Estrella wore a dress that seemed to be made just for her, from Winnie Couture, with the help of Modern LA Weddings, they were able to incorporate that old Hollywood feel with Casey’s Irish family history. They were married at one of the oldest churches in Los Angeles, St. Brendan’s in Hancock Park. They had a 1957 Rolls Royce convertible take them to their reception-driving with the top down through the streets of Los Angeles. During the cocktail hour they had an Irish band, and throughout the reception, used the colors of Ireland, including the tri-color flag, with bells of Ireland flowers as accents; and Casey’s family crest for a personal touch.
Vendors:
Photographer: Karen Leah Photography (www.karenleahphotography.com)
Coordinator: Modern LA Weddings
Reception Venue: Los Angeles Athletic Club
Ceremony: St. Brendan’s
Dress: Winnie Couture
Cake: Hansen Cakes
MC/DJ: Waveform
Irish Band: Green Ashes
UCLA Wedding Photographer ~ Jennifer and Alex ~ The Engagement
When a couple tells you that they were engaged at a specific spot (this spot being the “500 Days of Summer” Bench on Angels Knoll in Downtown Los Angeles), there was no other place for their session! Not only was it the perfect day for a session, but that bench, and only that specific bench, was open for them that afternoon! I had so much fun with Jennifer and Alex. If this session was any indication of what their summer UCLA wedding will be like, I’m even more excited for it now than I was when we met! (Which was pretty excited, I have to say).