Parallel Media Productions

Welcome to our BLOG!

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Here you will find lots of clips from all different kinds of weddings, as well as clips of our Photo Montages and our Bar/Bat Mitzvah productions. You can also view a complete sample of one of my “Contemporary Edit“ productions.

When watching the clips, it is best to press play and then immediately pause, to give the clips a chance to load a bit. That way, when you press play again, the clip will play through it’s entirety with no interruptions.

On the right-hand side of the blog, you can find clip listings for specific locations, wedding coordinators and other vendors, specific types of ceremonies (Indian, Persian, Mehndi, etc.), photo montages and Bar/Bat Mitzvahs.

You will notice that every clip is very different. That’s because I personally edit every film for my company. And that is why I can promise you that your production will be just as unique as you and your BIG day are!!

Don’t forget...leave a comment if something engages you!

Light...Love...and Happiness!!

~ Cathy Steffan

Candice & Joe - Rancho Las Lomas

2012-01-11T14:15:00.000-08:00

These two met on a blind date, and as Candice's brother said during his toast, Joe had her at "Hello"!

This Highlight Montage includes a lot of sound-design, which I love to include in my edits. Espescially when there is such great audio from the ceremony and toasts!

There was a really great energy throughout the whole day, and we were honored to be a part of it.

Congratulations to Candice and Joe!

Amita & Raja - Hyatt Huntington Beach, CA

2011-11-14T13:30:00.000-08:00

So excited to share the highlights from Amita and Raja's gorgeous wedding! We were with them the entire day, and were able to capture EVERYTHING! It is a blast to have lots of time to set-up and get tons of great shots!!

Amita was stunning in her wedding Sari...such a beautiful Bride. Their Mandap was really pretty with all the traditional elements, and colors of lavender and eggplant which carried over to their reception decor.

Congratulations Amita and Raja! We LOVED filming your day!!

Photography - Yogi Patel
Coordination - Lisa Simpson
Hair/Makeup/Dresser - The AWESOME Oscar from Ziba Beauty
Florist - Nisie Enchanted Florist

Arda & Harry - Taglyan Cultural Complex, Los Angeles CA

2011-11-05T13:21:00.001-07:00

What a beautiful day and evening of dancing, tradition, and more dancing!

Both Arda and Harry started their day with family and friends arriving at their homes to start the day...helping them dress, and with dancing and celebration. After a traditional Greek Ceremony, the reception followed at the Taglyan. It is a beautiful venue, and when you have 300 or 400 guests who need room to dance...this is the place!

My favorite details and moments...of course Arda's STUNNING dress, the morning when the guys helped Harry get dressed, the decor and color palette at the reception, the toasts, the Father/Daughter dance, and the pure joy of everyone who was there to celebrate with Arda and Harry, and their families.

"Συγχαρητήρια για τον γάμο σας" !

Diane & James - Vessels Ranch

2011-10-14T14:17:00.000-07:00

First, I have to tell you if you are looking for a truly unique venue for an outdoor weddding...THIS IS THE PLACE! It's a racehorse breeding facility on 2200 acres, with mountains, lakes, pastures and stunning views. The owners were wonderful to work with. Kash Vessels (one of the owners) even drove us around at sunset to get some of my most favorite shots ever of a couple! We had horses and bulls, trees, a windmill and old barn structures...just totally cool locations to film with gorgeous backdrops.

Diane and James...what an awesome wedding! We had such a blast with you and your bridal party. I loved that we had so much time to get fun shots before the ceremony. Their dog Kenji preceded Diane down the aisle, and part of their ceremony included putting letters to each other, along with a bottle of wine, in a box that they then nailed shut. They will open the box on their 5th year anniversary, read their letters to each other, and toast to their marriage. Love it!

The reception included great BBQ and marshmellow toasting which everyone loved. The DJ had everyone (young and old) on the dance floor for the entire evening.

And if you haven't seen the clip "Just Because..." watch it!

Photographer Ezra Primack of Kiss The Bride Weddings

DJ Chad Fortin of INJOY Entertainment

You HAVE to check-out Tini Grey. He is a wonderful musician and a true artist at what he does. Everyone was blown away at the music he played and the songs he sang during the Ceremony and Cocktail Hour. You will be amazed...I promise! Just hope he's available for your day!!

Just Because...

2011-10-14T14:15:00.000-07:00

I had to put this up in it's entirety! A short performance piece by two Groomsmen at Diane and Jimmy's wedding reception. You two are ROCKSTARS!!

Pani & Ronnie - The Ritz Carlton, Laguna Niguel

2011-09-12T14:03:00.001-07:00

Pani and Ronnie had a gorgeous sunset ceremony on the Ritz lawn, over-looking the ocean. The site included an elaborate Sofreh. Everything placed on it symbolizes the many qualities that a couple hopes to bring into their life together.

My favorites include a large mirror to bring light and brightness into the future, sugar cones which are rubbed together above the couple to bring happiness into their lives, and the honey they share at the end of the ceremony to ensure sweeetness in life.

The reception included a live band, and I think one of the largest fruit tables I have ever seen!

Coordination by Shideh Shahraies/Events by Shideh

Diane & Pejman - Ritz Marina Del Rey

2011-07-27T12:30:00.001-07:00

We had such a fun time with these two! After filming preparations we had lot's of time to get some great shots with the beautiful back-drop of the Ritz Marina Del Rey. The bridal party danced down the aisle, before the candle-lit ceremony under a georgeous Hupa began. The reception started right after, and the dancing went all night (and into the morning!) with a rockin' band! Beautiful flowers, an endless fruit table, pink and purple lighting setting the mood, it really was a dream wedding.

Another Rancho Las Lomas Wedding!

2011-07-14T15:55:00.001-07:00

Family and friends flew in from Australia for a wedding at Rancho Las Lomas. Another fun day filled with laughter, love, and tons of memories! And the bride's dress...FANTASTIC! The Father/Daughter dance...BEST EVER!

Ivy and Peter - Waterfront Beach Resort Wedding, Huntington Beach

2011-05-11T09:49:00.000-07:00

Ivy and Peter were the winners of a $150,000 wedding contest! All of us that participated had so much fun with these two and their families. There were so many COOL details, including a ride on a fire engine after their ceremony...Peter is a Fire Fighter. I think one of my favorite memories was how throughout the entire day, they would just look at each other...amazed that this gift was happening to them, and with such love for each other. Here's a highlight film from their day.

Coordination by Kathy and her team at A Divine-Occasion and the awesome team at The Waterfront Beach Resort.

Waterfront Beach Resort Wedding, Huntington Beach, CA from Cathy Steffan on Vimeo.

A Same Day Wedding Edit • Natasha and Daniel

2011-04-28T12:35:00.000-07:00

Here's an SDE that we produced for Natasha and Daniel's Reception.

We filmed Natasha's sister Jessica's wedding in 2004, and it was so cool to see everyone again...siblings grown up, two beautiful boys and a girl on the way for Jessica!

Their Assyrian Wedding Ceremony took place at Crossline Community Church, and the Reception followed at The Island Hotel. Natasha's dress was AMAZING! And the reception included really wonderful toasts, belly dancers, lots of dancing, and the presentation of their SDE!

Hinn Same Day Wedding Edit from Cathy Steffan on Vimeo.

Alison and Chuck - Bel Air Bay Club, CA

2011-04-10T14:09:00.000-07:00

Here is a highlight film from Alison and Chuck's crazy fun wedding!

Master Chef was filming during their entire event, while top chefs competed in preparing the reception dinner for over 150 guests.

Wedding Video with Master Chef and Alison & Chuck from Cathy Steffan on Vimeo.

Melody and Aaron - Private Residence Los Angeles

2011-01-27T17:40:00.000-08:00

Melody and Aaron had a SPECTACULAR wedding! Her parent's home and backyard were transformed into a stunning backdrop for what was one of the coolest events we've filmed. So many favorite details and moments...the Bride's dress and her father looking in during the morning while she was getting ready...the Bridesmaids dresses and bouquets, Aaron and his guys doing a roll call of everyone and where they came from...the processional with everyone dancing down the aisle to different songs...the decor...the look of the event as it changed from day to night...I could go on and on!

The photographers and our crew just kept raving to each other how many great shots we were getting...we had so much FUN!!

And the toasts...each one of them were really special. I loved Melody's mom's toast where she talked about how beautiful all the bridesmaids dresses and bouquets were...like a rainbow...and that Melody was the rainbow of her life. How SWEET is that!?!

Photographer Donald Norris Photography

Shirin and Milaad - Balboa Bay Club & Resort Newport Beach

2011-01-12T14:01:00.000-08:00

It was a perfect day at Balboa Bay Club for Shirin and Milaad's beautiful Wedding! After filming the morning preparations, we drove down the peninisula for a fun photo session with lots of colorful backdrops. I love this part of the day when we have time alone with the couple to capture some really wonderful moments before the ceremony begins.

They had a georgeous sofre, and the officiant performed the ceremony in both Farsi and English. The messages from Shirin and Milaad to each other, were so thoughtful and full of love.

The Reception started with a traditional Zaffa, and then a night of dancing with an awesome DJ accompinied by a few musicians who really ROCKED. If you look closely you might even see Bob Ortiz up on stage playing some drums!

Shirin and Milaad...it was such an honor to be a part of your day.

Balboa Bay Club Coordinator Abbie Contreras
Officiant Golnar Djahanbani
Sofre Decorator Afsaneh Sargordan@yahoo.com
DJ Ben Nafissi of 4th Dimension Entertainment
Photographer Bob Ortiz

Safoura and Michael - Rancho Las Lomas

2010-12-14T13:49:00.000-08:00

Lions and Tigers and Zebras...OH MY!

We had such a fun day with Safoura and Michael. They are such a sweet couple, and the blending of their cultures resulted in a truly unique event. The Persian customs included the ceremony in front of another georgeous sofreh, great music with a drummer, and traditional dancing. The Filipino customs included special performers and musicians, and traditional dancing.

Coordination by one of the best...Lisa Moon!

Here's a highlight clip form their day.

Erin and Jack - The Island Hotel Newport Beach

2010-12-14T13:20:00.000-08:00

These two had a beautiful wedding ceremony at St. Joachim Church in Costa Mesa. The officiant had married Erin's parents 30 years ago, so it was a very touching ceremony.

Then the reception at The Island Hotel followed. Check-out the AMAZING decor, designed by Larrissa of Inviting Occasion. What was super cool about their reception was the flow of events. There was a quick grand entrance, and then the band started-up with non-stop music for the rest of the event. Food stations were open the entire evening, and there were individual lounge set-ups around the room for guests to sit and eat. PARTY TIME with dancing, food and dessert stations, and a cigar lounge!

Nili from Rancho Las Lomas coordinated the event with the help of Lisa Moon.

The photographers were the always FUN Joe and Mirta of Barnet Photography.

Sasa and Arif - Rancho Las Lomas

2010-08-13T15:22:00.000-07:00

Another fantastic wedding at Rancho Las Lomas!

Sasa and Arif had a Persian wedding ceremony which included a BEAUTIFUL Sofreh. The Sofreh is where the ceremony takes place, and is decorated with very symbolic items. Each item represents qualities that the couple will bring into their new life together. Some of my favorites are the large mirror and candles, representing purity, light and fire. Honey, which the couple feeds to each other representing sweetness in life. Walnuts and almonds representing fertility.

The ceremony also has other traditions including the Kalleh Ghand. They are two sugar cones which are rubbed together over the couples head to shower them with sweetness! Sasa was asked three times for her hand before she said yes! It's a fun moment where all the guests pretend the bride is busy elsewhere...collecting rosebuds, or the bride is thinking about it!

Afsaneh Sargordian creates these beautiful Sofreh's.

There were so many special moments throughout their day...one of my favorites was Sasa's father Hamid's toast. It is definately one of the most sweet, poignant, and fun toast I have ever heard.

The event was coordinated by the awesome Jill Watson. And photographed by Chenin Boutwell.

Here's a highlight film from their wedding production.

Michele and Emin - Pelican Hill Resort

2010-06-22T14:44:00.000-07:00

Pelican Hill Resort is such a beautiful place to get married! From the bridal suite and Villas, to the Italian Rotunda ceremony site with stunning panoramic views of the ocean, and the georgeous Ballroom...it really is magical. And the staff does such a great job.

Everything about Michele and Emin's day was perfect! After filming Michele and her girls getting ready, we set-up for their first glance. Of course tears all around, and more when Michele saw her father looking at her! The ceremony was so sweet...just the way these two looked at each other said it all. Once Emin figured which finger to put the ring on (!) they were officially anounced husband and wife.

The ballroom was so pretty with the late afternoon sun streaming thrrough the windows. I really loved their choice of colors...lots of red roses, black bridesmaids dresses...very elegant!

After a fun first dance, with lots of audience participation (!) a belly dance group performed some wonderful dances. I wish I could belly dance, it's so cool! Great toasts followed, some of which you can hear on their highlight clip here. So many wonderful memories and moments were shared by everyone this night. Thank you Michele and Emin for the complete honor of filming your wedding celebrations!

Annette and Jesus - Santa Rosa de Lima Church and Double Tree Hotel

2010-06-22T14:04:00.000-07:00

Ok...I don't say this about everyone, but Annette and Jesus are just one of the sweetest couples we've ever met!

After filming Annette getting ready, we headed over to the church for what was a truly beautiful ceremony. It included a Mariachi band that played all of the traditional Catholic ceremony music.

Guests were treated to a fun cocktail hour with a photo booth and the same Mariachi band from the ceremony. The ballroom was draped and had a cool lighting scheme that changed throughout the night. After their grand entrance, Annette and Jesus began their first dance during which all the guests waved small lights...it really looked like stars twinkling all around them!

Every toast included tears from everyone. One other TOTALLY unique feature was the short bridal veils Annette gave out to all the single ladies for the bouquet toss. Such a fun idea!

Just a beautiful day filled with much love for these two. Congratulations Annette and Jesus!

Lisa and Chris - Rancho Las Lomas

2010-03-01T17:32:00.000-08:00

Here's a clip showcasing the beautiful grounds of Rancho, some of the MANY great spots for your photo shoot, and the awesome lighting available if your reception is happening outdoors.

It's one of our favorite places to film!

Sarah and Joel - Figueroa Mountain Farmhouse

2009-12-16T14:20:00.000-08:00

This was an incredibly fantastic wedding near Los Olivos. The location was in the mountains above the Santa Ynez Valley wine country. It's a totally private venue, with 150 acres of land surrounding the farmhouse and guest cabins. Sarah, Joel and their Bridal Party spent the weekend there preparing for the wedding.

They had told us it would be a bit hard to find, and after driving for a few miles on a one-lane dirt road, high in the mountains, I thought we were lost for sure! That's how secluded it is!! We had so much fun filming the entire day's events. The ceremony site was off in the grass surrounded by stunning vistas all around. They had hay bales placed for guests to sit on. I loved how one of the first things Sarah said when we arrived was that earlier that morning, when she looked out the window, there were deer eating her ceremony chairs!

After filming everyone getting ready, we got some awesome shots of the bridal party all around the site. The lighting was amazing. And after a really sweet ceremony, guests moved to the cocktail area and played horseshoe and lawn bowling. Just as Sarah and Joel began their first dance, a full moon was rising over the crest of the mountains in the background! Again, just one of the amazing moments we captured.

Thank you Sarah and Joel for including us as a part of your incredible day! We had a BLAST!!

Here's a highlight montage from their day.

Diane and Ben - The Beverly Hills Hotel

2009-12-10T15:23:00.000-08:00

As Diane and Ben said..."It was the wedding of our dreams"!

We had filmed the incredibly beautiful wedding of Diane's sister Dana a few years ago (her highlight clip can be found under the listings for "Montage Resort"), and I remember thinking how in the world could Diane's wedding be as beautiful as her sister's. Well...it WAS just as beautiful, and in a totally unique way!

Some of my favorite moments of the day:
When they both saw each other for the first time...tears all around. The reaction of the guests when Diane and her father walked down the aisle...she looked so beautiful. The wonderful toasts by Dana and their father Ken...more tears all around! And the awesome performance by the USC band.

The details of the ballroom were stunning. The room was draped and included gorgeous florals, lighting, table settings, a sweets table...and check out the shots of their cake! The wedding cake was designed to look like Diane's dress, and the groom's cake looked like a Laker's basketball!

Here is a short highlight montage of their day.

Thoa and Glenn - St Regis Club 19

2009-11-16T19:28:00.000-08:00

Here's another clip from a wedding at St. Regis which took place on the lawn near Club 19. A good friend of the couple performed the ceremony...it was really moving. Then down to the beach for some fun shots, and back to the Club for the rest of the evening's events.

Melissa and Ben - St. Regis Botanical Garden

2009-09-15T11:34:00.000-07:00

This was a destination wedding for Melissa and Ben who live in Chicago, most of the guests were from out of state as well. We spent the night before their wedding filming their rehearsal dinner, which included tons of amazing toasts and stories. The wedding took place at the Botanical Garden, which is a really beautiful and intimate setting. The reception was held at Club 19 with dinner outside on the patio, and then a night of dancing inside. What an amazing weekend!

Bat Mitzvah Party

2009-08-11T12:56:00.000-07:00

Here's a highlight film from Mara's INCREDIBLE party at The Grove. It was a total "Hollywood Theme"...perfect for The Grove, and included a live feed of the entire event on huge screens throughout the venue.

There was one surprise that night that Mara had no idea was coming. As she loves to sing (and wants to be on American Idol) she gave a performance for all the guests. Little did she know that her parents had arranged for her favorite band to make a surprise appearance. When her performance was over, the huge curtain behind her went up revealing the band behind her...can you imagine!! Check-out the look on her face when THAT happened!

Bat Mitzvah Photo Montage

2009-08-11T12:48:00.000-07:00

Here's another sample of our cool 3D photo montages! Every montage is based on a particular theme related to the client's interests. This montage was created for Mara who LOVES American Idol! Again, your guests will LOVE watching the production at the party, and it becomes a family keepsake.

Deepti and Mohan - St. Regis Monarch Beach

2009-05-14T19:29:00.000-07:00

Here's a highlight film from Deepti and Mohan's reception that was held the day after their ceremony.

There were so many wonderful moments throughout the night! I really loved their grand entrance where they danced and skipped through the entire ballroom greeting their guests. All of the speeches and toasts were so special, there were amazing performances and lots of fun dancing...beautiful decor and lighting...simply FANTASTIC!

Deepti and Mohan - Bride Getting Ready!

2009-05-14T18:58:00.000-07:00

After spending four days filming their wedding events...OF COURSE I have tons of great clips to share!

Deepti got ready with the help of her bridesmaids and family...I love all the details and accessories that are a part of Indian wedding ceremonies! Then we were off to the Gurdwara for the Baraat and then the wedding ceremony. I think one of my favorite moments (besides Mohan on the horse!) was the Jai Mala. And also the look on their faces when the ceremony was over and they exchanged rings...they were married!!

Deepti and Mohan - The Mehndi

2009-05-14T18:35:00.000-07:00

Here's a short clip from Deepti and Mohan's Mehndi celebrations. We spent four days filming all of their events including the Sangeet, the Wedding Ceremony and finally the Reception. Both the Mehndi and Sangeet celebrations had wonderful performances and lots of dancing! It really was an incredible week of events and ceremonies...truly an honor to be a part of it!

Nadia and Safaan - St. Regis Monarch Beach

2009-05-14T18:19:00.000-07:00

What a truly beautiful reception these two had! Cocktails and hors d'oeuvres in the Monarch ballroom, and then the reception in the Pacific ballroom. The speeches and toasts started with a beautiful reading from the Quran, and then there were dance performances throughout the night by a Hip Hop group, Bollywood dancers, Russian dancers, and more!

We actually projected a live feed of all the events during the evening so that all the guests would have a perfect view of all the wonderful toasts and performances! Here is a highlight clip from their reception.

Amanda and Scott - Casa Del Mar

2009-04-02T17:26:00.000-07:00

Here's a highlight film from Amanda and Scott's wedding production.

We had so much fun filming everything from the girls and the guys getting ready, to the ceremony on the sand, to the beautiful reception in the Colonnade Ballroom at Casa Del Mar. There was the added bonus of seeing Amanda's sister's new baby...what a cutie! We filmed her wedding a few years ago...it's always so cool to see a lot of the same family and friends again.

I'd have to say my favorite parts of the day were the ceremony...the Rabbi was wonderful, and the toasts from Scott's brother and Amanda's two sisters.

Amy and Johnny - Colony Palms Hotel, Palm Springs

2009-03-24T13:19:00.000-07:00

Here's one of our recent "Contemporary" edit productions. These are typically 30 minutes long...so after pressing play, hit the pause button and let it load a bit so you can watch it without any interruptions.

These two had a weekend of celebrations! The entire hotel was reserved for the couple and their guests. On the day of the wedding, friends and family were swimming in the pool while Amy and Johnny were getting ready! The ceremony was so special with a close cousin officiating. Stories were told of how the couple met, and why they loved each other. These two have been together for 8 years, so it was really touching to see them get married surrounded by all their friends and family.

Johnny is a DJ in LA, so of course music was a big part of their celebration! There were performances by friends, DJ's mixing during the reception, and a cool after-party in the basement of the venue which used to be a speakeasy back in the day!

Debra and David - Newport Coast Residence

2009-03-24T13:03:00.000-07:00

This is a short clip from the beginning of Debra and David's production. Their ceremony and reception was held at a private residence where the backdrop for their ceremony was an amazing ocean view! After some fun shots at the beach, the couple celebrated with their family and friends under a beautiful night sky.

Debra and Alex - Redondo Beach Historic Library

2009-03-24T12:54:00.000-07:00

Highlights from Debra and Alex's production...with Fisherspooner! Loved the music they selected for the soundtrack!!

And again, there were just so many special moments...from the ceremony, to the toasts, to the bridal party with ALL the right moves!!

College Graduation Photo Montage

2009-03-24T12:41:00.000-07:00

Here's a production we did for one of our client's sons who graduated from Emory College. This clip is just part of the entire piece which included video we shot on location, video taken over 4 years at their fraternity, and photos.

It's one of our 3D animated photo montages...and what's really cool is the animations we created for each fraternity member. They all relate to some funny story or personality trait of each of the guys. Such a great way to celebrate another milestone in life!

And yes, one of the boys really did drive off from a gas pump and pull it down! Gotta watch the clip!

Catherine and George - Riverwalk Golf Club, San Diego

2009-03-24T11:53:00.000-07:00

What can I say...these two were a blast to work with! After a really sweet ceremony at St. Michaels Church in San Diego everyone joined the couple at the Riverwalk Golf Club to celebrate. After some fun shots of the bridal party, we got into a few golf carts and filmed Cat & Gee on the course...talk about having a good time and laughing one's you know what off! Too much fun!!

It is always an honor to be a part of our couple's day, and one of my favorite moments on this day was hearing all the toasts from their friends. OK...the grand entrance of the bridal party was another favorite, and the "dance off" by the two young boys...the whole day!!

Danilelle and Brad - Seven Degrees

2009-03-24T11:41:00.000-07:00

Here's a highlight montage from Danielle and Brad's production which took place at the FABULOUS Seven Degrees in Laguna Beach.

We had so much fun with these two...and their entire bridal party! Getting ready, the first look, family photo session, beautiful ceremony, awesome toasts, and fun dancing...it was a perfect day and night of celebration!

Basic Photo Montage

2009-03-24T11:25:00.000-07:00

For those of you asking what the difference between a basic photo montage and one of our 3D animated montages is...here you go!

All photos are photoshoped (to remove red-eye, adjust colors, fix problem areas) and then every photo has movement and transitions, and they are edited to the music soundtrack.

This montage was for a Bat Mitzvah, but it reflects the same look we use for weddings, graduations, B-Days and more!

Stella and Hla - St. Regis Monarch Beach

2009-01-08T14:03:00.000-08:00

What an incredible day! We started early with Stella and her family preparing to greet Hla and his family. Hla had to sing a few songs and hand out a few envelopes before he was allowed to see his bride!! A traditional Tea Ceremony followed and then we were back to St. Regis to get ready for the ceremony on the lawn. This day was filled with so many beautiful traditions, and the look on Hla's face as Stella walked down the aisle was priceless!

Katie and Joe - Orange County Museum of Art

2009-01-08T13:53:00.000-08:00

This was such a cool wedding to film! Katie and Joe were married in a Greek Orthodox church...I really love all the traditions associated with their ceremony. And the reception at the OC Museum of Art was the perfect setting for these two! Guests were treated to a choreographed salsa dance and a fun photo montage that was projected on a wall in the museum!

Bar Mitzvah Photo Montage

2009-01-07T18:15:00.000-08:00

Here's a photo montage that we created for our Mitzvah Boy! Scott is totally into rock-n-roll...it was the theme for his party!
All of our photo montages are created with video we shoot and photos provided by the client. Each production has a unique theme that showcases the unique personality of each child. They really are a wonderful keepsake for the family...and awesome entertainment for your guests when screened at the party!!

Bar Mitzvah Party Highlight

2009-01-07T18:02:00.000-08:00

Here's an Opening Highlight Montage from one of our recent Mitzvah productions. I just love all the cool games and rides that were available for all the guests at this party. Especially the snow boarding ride! I think the adults were having more fun on it than the kids!!

Malika and Robert - The Fairmont Newport Beach

2008-09-19T14:33:00.000-07:00

Malika and Robert's wedding celebrations spanned three days...and I don't think they ever stopped smiling for the entire time!

The Mendhi and Sangeet celebrations before the actual wedding day were so much fun to film. There was the traditional henna hand painting, and lots of music, dancing and singing at both events. The Sangeet and the wedding reception also included traditional dance performances, and two well-known singers from India, who with the band, had all the guests dancing the entire night.

Their wedding ceremony was held early in the morning at The Balboa Bay Club, and included the traditional arrival of the groom on a white horse. The reception later that evening at The Fairmont was fantastic...and included amazing lighting and decor, a separate room for desserts and tea, and dancing, dancing, dancing!!

Laura and Brad - The Montage Resort & Spa

2008-09-09T13:56:00.000-07:00

It was such a beautiful day at The Montage for Laura and Brad's wedding. The light was just perfect for the entire day...the ocean was a dark blue behind them during their ceremony, and then we had an amazing sunset which gave us some really beautiful shots later in the day!

This was a destination wedding for the couple and their families, and most of their friends were from out of state as well. One of the many special moments during the day was when Laura's dad sang "Our House" by CSNY during his toast...the look on Laura's face was priceless!!

Here's a highlight montage from their production.

Nour and Amer - The Island Hotel Newport Beach

2008-08-12T17:55:00.000-07:00

This couple's ceremony was held a few months ago at St. Regis (blog below), and their reception was a few months later where after being introduced with a Zaffa procession, they exchanged rings on the dance floor.

We had an awesome day with these guys and their families! Morning preparations...fun shots on Balboa Island...belly dancers...killer DJ and drummers...wonderful toasts...

This reception was SO much fun! Hardly anyone sat down the entire night, everyone was having too much fun on the dance floor!! Here's a highlight clip from their production.

HixMix Rocks The House!

2008-08-12T17:40:00.000-07:00

The DJ at Nour and Amer's wedding in Newport Beach ROCKED THE HOUSE! The couple wanted a hip club feel for their reception, so with great lighting and this DJ...they got what they wanted!! It was a blast filming everyone dancing...it was hard keeping the camera steady as we wanted to get out there and dance as well!

Monica and Marc - Avalon Casino Catalina Island

2008-07-10T21:54:00.000-07:00

Monica and Marc love to sail...Marc has been racing professionally for many years...OF COURSE they would have their wedding celebrations on an Island...and sail there as well!

Friends and family came from all over the world to celebrate with these two. The groomsmen were over-the-top FUN and everyone had an amazing time. One of the best moments was right after the vows and rings ceremony...there was silence for a few seconds as the officiant was getting ready to conclude the ceremony...and a boat horn went off...a perfect moment that gave everyone a laugh!

The lighting in the Casino, that Monica orchestrated, was truly stunning. The flowers, especially in the alter area, were gorgeous. And the band that played had EVERYONE dancing the entire night. It was a perfect destination wedding for these two, and we so enjoyed spending time with them and filming their day!

The Stellar Show Band

2008-07-10T21:43:00.000-07:00

You have got to check out this band! They played at Monica and Marc's wedding on Catalina Island...and they ROCKED! The playlist included everything from Deep Purple to Dee Lite to Outcast to Beyonce...and pretty much everything in-between!!

As I've said before...if you're paying for a band...don't you want to HEAR the band on your wedding production??!! We always include the audio as it was performed and spend a great deal of time making sure it is recorded properly and mixed in post-production. We love bands who help us out with the audio feeds we need. Thanks Reggie and gang!

Brooke and Carlos - St. Regis Resort Monarch Beach

2008-07-08T15:30:00.000-07:00

WOW...a weekend of celebrations including a beautiful ceremony on the Pacific Lawn, with musicians and singers, and a huge dove release! The morning started with both Brooke and Carlos getting ready with their family and friends...we were able to capture the moment when each of them had a special gift delivered to the other...Carlos is such a ROMANTIC!

Each part of the day had a different theme with awesome decor and lighting. The cocktail hour included a display of pumpkins with words carved into them..."LOVE, I DO, YES, WILL YOU MARRY ME"...this was how Carlos had proposed to Brooke!

The reception included the always fun Wayne Foster Band, a huge dance floor, a cute groom cake, an outdoor lounge set-up...and did I mention the KILLER lighting!!

Kara and Chris - Rancho Las Lomas

2008-06-18T20:44:00.000-07:00

WE LOVE WHAT WE DO! It is always such an honor to be a part of our couple's day, and experience the joy and love that everyone shares...it's a constant theme in our blogs...all the special moments we see and capture...memories that will always be there and that can be re-lived.

These two and their bridal party ROCKED! Kara and the girls were totally relaxed and stress-free while getting ready at the hotel. Chris and the guys were the nervous ones! They were really working hard at getting their ties just right, their neck hair shaved(!), and writing that special something in a card to go along with the roses for Kara.

The ceremony was one of the cutest I've seen, with the officiant starting things off having Chris say "I Chris promise to take you Kara...fishing"! He went into the real declarations right after, but everyone had a laugh (Chris LOVES to fish) and it really helped both of them relax. Everyone in the family was mentioned during the ceremony...and when the officiant talked about Kara's grandmother, and told her to "call me later"...oh my gosh the smile on her face and the little wave that she gave to him...priceless.

Just some of the cool details throughout the day...a cigar roller, beautiful flowers and lighting, toasts and tears, one of the most beautiful locations around Orange County, wonderful friends, and a night of dancing that was TOO MUCH FUN!!

Eat Drink be Married!

Emily and Daniel - Ritz Carlton Laguna Niguel

2008-06-18T19:32:00.000-07:00

Fireworks over the Pacific Ocean...Wonderful Toasts...A Sunset Ceremony...In-n-Out Burgers...Splash (an awesome band)...Beautiful Lighting and Decor...what a celebration these two had!

Catherine and Gregory - Millennium Biltmore Hotel

2008-06-18T19:15:00.000-07:00

Catherine and Greg's day had SO MANY special moments...it's hard to pick out just a few! The stories that were told as everyone was getting ready...especially the one about the great-grandmother's jewelry, really stand out. They were married in their church with one of the most beautiful and special homilies given from their priest and teacher. Then on to the Biltmore for a spectacular reception. There was a painter who created a piece of art during the event, a video montage, Catherine's mom sang a family favorite, a special Coors toast (!)...just so many awesome moments.

If I had to pick a favorite moment though, it would have to be Catherine's face when she and Greg were pronounced husband and wife! Her eyes and her smile just totally said it all...you'll see in the clip below!!

Andi and Matt - Park Privera

2008-06-18T18:54:00.000-07:00

These two are such a sweet couple! The ceremony took place at their church, and the reception was at the Robert Mondavi Wine Center. We had such a great time with them and their bridal party...fun shots on the Newport Pier between events, and more beautiful shots at the vineyard.

The reception was outdoors, and the dance floor was surrounded by all the tables. Both sets of parents gave such wonderful toasts...it was a perfect night that ended with a sparkler exit by Andi and Matt!

Bride Preparations & The First Look

2008-06-18T18:47:00.000-07:00

Here's a clip from Christine and Dave's production. It was so sweet when her dad saw her for the first time...and then more tears when she and Dave saw each other!

Christine and Dave - Ritz Carlton Laguna Niguel

2008-06-18T18:31:00.000-07:00

We had such a wonderful weekend with this couple, from filming their rehearsal dinner through all the wedding day events!

The rehearsal dinner was at the Salt Creek Grill and included really sweet toasts from their friends and Christine's dad. It was super casual and intimate...at the end of the night Christine gave all the girls Spa Bags which included a full spa treatment at the Ritz the next morning!

Roses Roses Roses!! This pretty well describes the decor throughout the whole day. As one groomsman put it "there's a lot of unhappy guys in Orange County this weekend...not a rose to be found anywhere". That's because they were all at the Ritz! The ceremony was beautiful and included a dove release at the end. We went to the beach for some fun shots and then to the reception where everyone had an awesome time eating and drinking...and dancing their shoes off (all the women were given special dancing slippers) to the Wayne Foster band. It was an incredible celebration!

Shannon and Eric - St. Regis Resort Monarch Beach

2008-04-04T15:06:00.000-07:00

Rockin' out 80's style at St. Regis!! Shannon and Eric had an awesome 80's band play at their reception...what a blast! And even though Shannon had hurt her knee before the wedding, she didn't let it stop her from getting out on the dance floor.

After last minute getting ready shots, we were there to capture the moment when they first saw each other...oh my gosh...tears all around! And isn't that what it's all about...all these amazing moments we carry in our hearts and our memories for our entire lives!

Their ceremony was really special as all the guests heard how they met and how they felt about each other. Really sweet toasts during the reception filled in the rest of their story. The evening reception included a Photo Booth, a video montage, candy table, killer lighting, couches for lounging, and green flip-flops for the ladies...it was time to dance!!

Aimee and Jeff - Ritz Carlton Laguna Niguel

2008-03-31T16:43:00.000-07:00

This wedding was FABULOUS! A great group of family and friends, and a bridal party that ROCKED made for an awesome event. The entire day was filled with incredible details...the ceremony site and flowers were so colorful, there was a bagpiper to start and end the ceremony, and two flower girls who were complete angels!!

The reception room was transformed with a color pallet of greens, yellows, and blues...with awesome lighting and gobos on the walls, really unique centerpieces, a totally amazing cake (with mini cakes served to everyone), and at the end of the night guests were served milkshakes and cookies...how cool is that!!

USC Band at Dana and John's Reception

2008-03-03T20:42:00.000-08:00

Here's a bit of the BAND! They were over-the-top AWESOME!!

Dana and John - Montage Resort & Spa

2008-03-03T20:23:00.000-08:00

John, who lives in London, visited Southern CA and met Dana while she was a student at USC. After graduating, Dana moved to London...and shortly thereafter these two were engaged! The wedding was an amazing event, with friends and relatives who came from all over the world to celebrate with Dana and John.

There were so many special moments throughout the day...when Dana and John first saw each other, a fun photo session on the grass overlooking the ocean, the ceremony beneath floating orchids and crystals, time on the beach, Dana's dads toast which had everyone in tears (he is so proud of her!), the USC Band did a 10 minute performance, and a hot band for the rest of the evening had everyone showing their moves!!

3D Photo Montage

2008-02-13T20:19:00.000-08:00

We created a 10 year photo/video retrospective for a family...including some really awesome animations and 3D effects. The final production was about two hours long...this is just a short sample. What's cool is the "look" of the photo part...which we can do for your photo montage as well!!

The Wayne Foster Band

2008-02-13T20:06:00.000-08:00

I put this montage of images together because this band is so much fun! They really get EVERYONE dancing...young and old!!
We work with them quite often, and their audio guys are the best with making sure we get a good feed, so that the audio on your wedding production is straight from their audio board...mixed by me in my post-production phase. We always use the audio recorded at an event for our final productions. Hey...you paid for a band...don't you want to hear it on your video??!!

Katie and Andy - Ritz Carlton Laguna Niguel

2008-02-13T19:49:00.000-08:00

This opening highlight film from Katie and Andy's production incorporates the piece of art work that was painted on-site by a talented artist. It's always fun to watch the couple and the guests reactions as the art work is being painted during the event. At the end of the night Katie and Andy had a unique piece from their day to hang on their wall!

Nour and Amer - St. Regis Resort

2008-01-03T17:49:00.000-08:00

Here are highlights from Nour and Amer's Engagement Celebration at Club 19. Their ceremony took place two days after Nour's sister Reem and Amer's brother Samer had their Wedding celebration. Two sisters and two brothers who found love...truly one beautiful story, and now one amazing family!

Reem and Samer - The Fairmont Hotel

2008-01-03T17:47:00.000-08:00

This Wedding Celebration included the exchange of rings on the dance floor after the beginning Zaffa entrance. Earlier in the day we had lots of time to spend with the couple getting fun shots of when they first saw each other, and more of the family photo session. The reception was incredible with a series of lighting changes throughout the night, beautiful decor and an amazing dessert spread that spanned one whole wall of the venue!

A photo montage played throughout the night, and after the opening traditional dances, guests were treated to a 45 minute performance by numerous belly dancers. It really was a beautiful evening...and two days after their wedding...Reem's sister Nour would be engaged to Samer's brother Amer! A great story there that was shared again during the toasts.

FUN Photo Session

2008-01-03T17:44:00.000-08:00

Ok...I had to put this up...it's the photo session coverage from Nicole and Dominic's wedding day. Nicole was a bridesmaid last year for a friend of mine (who is also a wedding photographer) and was the photographer for this wedding. Everyone knew each other...so the entire group had a blast at Balboa Park in San Diego.

Nicole and Dominic - San Diego

2008-01-03T17:42:00.000-08:00

This was an awesome day with locations all around San Diego. Nicole and Dominic's ceremony took place in their local church, we then spent time with the bridal party at Balboa Park, and from there went to their reception at the Sheraton Hotel and Marina. These two met while Dominic was visiting from Germany...that visit turned into an engagement when he met Nicole!
The following clip is a highlight montage from their wedding day.

Photography - Eddie Garcia E3 Photography

Charmae and Abram - [seven degrees] in Laguna Beach

2007-12-04T11:13:00.000-08:00

OK...a wedding on 7/07/07 at 7 Degrees...how fun is THAT! It's such a unique location, and Charmae and Abram really made it their own for the day! They incorporated so many details...a classic Lincoln w/suicide doors (!), red-carpet walk outside and a white shag carpet for the processional. a logo that was designed by Charmae and projected on the walls...actually Charmae designed just about all of the details...it's her job!

Awesome toasts, hot band, a special video montage projected on all the walls...it really was an amazing event, and since these two met back in high school and have always had the same group of friends...it was quite the party as the evening went on!!

Aimee and Joshua - The Surf & Sand Resort

2007-12-04T10:52:00.000-08:00

Such a great location...one really is on the edge of the ocean! The ceremony site here floats above the waves, and pelicans are always flying by...we always capture awesome shots when we film here.

Aimee and Joshua had met many years before, but it took a date set-up by Aimee's bridesmaid to get these two finally together! They had such a sweet ceremony, and their reception was a blast with a DJ from LA spinning actual vinyl...what a cool mix of music, family and friends. Oh yea...the poem her dad read during his toast...oh my gosh, tears all around.

Rana and Emery – Zaffa

2007-10-12T11:51:00.000-07:00

The Zaffa is an ancient tradition…it is a grand entrance that includes musicians playing the zaffa rhythm on percussion instruments, belly dancers with candelabras, men with swords…and of course the bride and groom!

I love this custom, and Rana and Emery’s night was filled with unique performances and wedding dances. Before long, all the guests joined the couple and danced the ENTIRE night…it really was an amazing night!

Erin and Eric – Toscana Country Club

2007-10-12T11:47:00.000-07:00

What a beautiful setting in Palm Springs for a wedding! Erin got ready at her mom’s house…we were setting-up for the “first look” shot (where the groom sees the bride for the first time), and as Erin’s dress was being bustled, Eric walked in ahead of schedule (!)…the look on his face was priceless, and it was a moment that was shared by everyone in the room…perfect!

Love…Family…Friends. Erin’s brother and mother walked her down the aisle, Eric and Erin wrote their own vows to each other, and family members participated in the ceremony with words and music.

The outdoor reception was gorgeous…add to that a hot band and they had a party that went well into the night!

Lizette and Geoff - Rancho Las Lomas

2007-09-24T11:17:00.000-07:00

Another fantastic Rancho wedding! A big theme for their day was music. There was a wonderful quartet playing during the ceremony, a Mariachi band during cocktails...Lizette's dad even sang a few songs with the band, and another band for dinner and dancing...the night ended with a DJ spinning tunes late into the night.

The day started at St. Regis with Lizette getting ready with her bridesmaids, her mom, and her two dogs...what cuties, one with a bowtie and the other a white dress!! We then traveled to Rancho where there was plenty of time to get a lot of fun shots of the entire bridal party and some really awesome video of both Lizette and Geoff.

I think this was THE hottest day of the year, and there was a light rain before the wedding...but the clouds cleared and the ceremony began with Lizette and her dad walking down the aisle which was overflowing with beautiful flowers and petals. The Teatro was then turned into the reception site, as cocktail hour started up at the fountain area...I love outdoor receptions at this venue as there are so many ways to use lighting to compliment the natural beauty of the surroundings. As night fell in the canyon, we projected their photo montage...always a BIG hit...and the 12 piece band kicked off an incredible night of music and dancing.

Rachel and Albart - Saint Edwards & The Turnip Rose

2007-09-19T10:33:00.000-07:00

What an emotional and FUN day! We started with both Rachel and Albart getting ready with their friends and family, and then it was time to get to the church! St. Edwards is so beautiful, it sits on a hill and has an amazing view of the ocean behind the alter. The emotion and love between these two (and their families) was a constant throughout the day! After the ceremony we went to a beach in Laguna for some fun shots by the water...and then it was on to The Turnip Rose for their reception.

Rachel and Albart had an amazing first dance (great job guys!) and the parent dances that followed to "My Girl" were so sweet! The photo montage we showed was a big hit...and I have to say...the dancing during the rest of the evening was OVER THE TOP! What a FUN group of friends!!

Here is a highlight montage of their day.

Rehearsal Dinner Coverage

2007-09-19T10:05:00.000-07:00

We love capturing the rehearsal dinners of our clients. Typically there are wonderful toasts as there is plenty of time during the evening...on the wedding day there is usually just time for a few...the rehearsal dinnner affords everyone a chance to share a story.

Our coverage is for up to 3 hours and is very low-key. We document the event, edit a 7-10 minute segment and provide all the raw footage of the evening. It's such a great way to remember and re-live the excitement and the emotions you, your family and friends had before the BIG day!!

Here's a sample from Rachel and Albarts rehearsal dinner.

Leigh and Joe - La Venta Inn, Palos Verdes Estates

2007-09-18T16:47:00.000-07:00

Check out THIS first dance! Leigh and Joe had a surprise dance performance for their guests. They started their first dance to a slow song (with some cheesy flourishes by Joe I might add!)...and then broke out into an amazing Salsa dance with some cool solo moves by each of them...one of my top favorite first dances!!

Many couples are taking dance lessons before their wedding...and the new trend is to start out with a "traditional" first dance and then WOW your guests with a choreographed dance...it's always a big hit!

Sheiva and Andrew - The Ritz Carlton, Marina del Rey

2007-08-28T11:14:00.000-07:00

WOW...where to start in describing this amazing wedding! It was such a relaxed day as the ceremony started after the sun had set. I had all morning to get footage of both Sheiva and Andrew getting ready...it really is one of my favorite parts of the day...and the video of Sheiva's dad walking down the hall giving a big "thumbs-up" as he saw her in her gown is just priceless! Then we had a few hours to capture Andrew when he first saw Sheiva, tons of shots around the hotel, a family photo session, and then more time with the two of them down by the marina. They were both so photogenic...guess that's why I shot endless hours of video!

There was a pre-ceremony cocktail hour with THE most amazing spread of food I think I've ever seen, including sushi chefs and music from a wonderful violinist. The Ketubah signing then followed with a wonderful description by the Rabi of the customs and meanings involved with this ceremony. Then all the guests made their way to the beautiful ceremony site which was lit with candles...as the sky turned dark, the procession music started, and Sheiva made her way down the stairs...everyone erupted into clapping and chanting...it gave me goosebumps!

Here are some highlights from this beautiful day.

Jodi and Michael - Montage Resort, Laguna Beach

2007-08-15T16:27:00.000-07:00

Here's a Highlight Montage from Jodi and Michael's wedding production. Everything about the day was amazing! From the ceremony on the lawn overlooking the Pacific, to the cocktail hour with an incredible Martini Luge, to the Reception Ballroom with a killer band...to an "after hours" lounge and DJ set-up in a separate Ballroom...everyone danced and celebrated into the morning hours!!

One of my favorite parts of the day was when Michael danced with his mother (who was responsible for these two meeting)...it was one of THE funniest and memorable parts of the day!

Reception Dance Footage

2007-08-03T14:57:00.000-07:00

Here's a sample of our reception dance footage. Every Reception is different...but there's usually one or two guests (or even a Groom) who can be counted on to bust out the moves! Our dance footage ALWAYS utilizes the actual music played at your reception...whether DJ or Band...Enjoy!!

Michelle and Chris - Ritz Carlton, Dana Point

2007-08-03T14:47:00.000-07:00

Another fun wedding at the Ritz! I really love how the bride decorated the Gazebo...layers of fabric were hung giving the ceremony location a really different look. A gospel choir walked down the aisle ahead of Michelle and her father...it was a big surprise for everyone...including Chris!! Here are some highlights from their wonderful celebration.

Angie and AJ - Trump National Palos Verdes

2007-07-18T13:17:00.000-07:00

This couple actually had TWO ceremonies...one at a Greek Orthodox Church which was truly beautiful, and a second outdoor ceremony later in the day at Trump National Golf Course. Both ceremonies were full of symbolism...and a lot of emotion!

The sunset during the ceremony at Trump was spectacular, and we got some awesome shots of Angie and AJ on the grounds.
Their reception was a blast...AJ is a professional baseball player, and he and his BOYZ really tore up the dance floor! We had to watch out for flying dinner plates when Angie's father began a traditional Greek dance. Tons of fun!

Here's some highlights from their day.

Sarah and Keith - Montage Resort & Spa

2007-06-27T20:23:00.000-07:00

Romance, Family, and Music...that's how I would describe Sarah and Keith's wedding day! Pink and purple were the colors for the day, with classical music performed live throughout the ceremony, and a sextet and grand piano which provided all the music for the reception. Family and friends were included and honored from the morning tea ceremonies through the evening reception. It truly was a magical day full of joy and love for Sarah and Keith, and for both of their families.

Tuyet and Tomi - Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach

2007-05-15T18:49:00.000-07:00

I love these guys! Their wedding day was just filled with special touches. From the amazing flowers, decor and lighting to butterflies, trumpeters, a grand entrance on a Vietnamese Cyclo, special dance and music performances that were projected live by us, an amazing first dance with choreography you would see on "Dancing With The Stars" and a screening of their concept video we produced which included Austin Powers! I'll have to put a clip of that up soon!!

What really touched me was how in love these two are, and how much their families and friends mean to them. Both Tuyet and Tomi spoke about their parents during the ceremony...and there was not a dry eye anywhere during the toasts from their family and friends.

This clip is from the beginning of their production which included our "Contemporary Edit".

Paradise Delight Florist

2007-05-15T18:41:00.000-07:00

Here's a short piece showcasing the amazing work of Steven and his team at Paradise Delight. These are images from Tuyet and Tomi's incredible wedding.

A Unique First Dance - The Langham Hotel in Pasadena California

2007-05-15T18:31:00.000-07:00

I couldn't resist showing part of Holly and Darwin's first dance! It included a voice-over with the story of how they met and fell in love. It's such a great option to include as part of your reception festivities, and gives your guests the opportunity to hear your unique story.

Holly and Darwin - The Langham Hotel in Pasadena California

2007-05-10T13:47:00.000-07:00

These guys were such a sweet couple! Holly's mom is a producer for Disney, so I was extremely honored that they chose me to film their wedding day celebrations. Their day had so many personal touches...vows written by both Holly and Darwin had just about everyone in tears during the ceremony...members of the Bridal Party sang during the ceremony...and even the music chosen for their video soundtrack was written and performed by Darwin (and his awesome band) and two other groomsmen with their bands.

Special thanks to Victor Sizemore (VCS Photography) for giving me some still shots to incorporate in the video.

Here's a short highlight from their production.

Munjari and Vikas - Malibu

2007-05-07T18:45:00.000-07:00

I love the traditions, symbolism, and colors that are used throughout the typical week long ceremonies that happen before the actual wedding day. We filmed the Sangeet party and the Mehendi ceremonies...all of which took place at Munjari's home. This wedding day included two ceremonies, one Hindu and one Sikh. The music and chanting during both ceremonies was amazing.

Their outdoor reception took place at the Mountain Gate Country Club with cocktails taking place on the green. Traditional Indian food was cooked on site, and dinner and dancing lasted well into the night.

Another Timelapse Clip

2007-04-17T17:17:00.000-07:00

Here is another Timelapse Sequence of a ceremony and Reception from
Seantell and Michael's wedding at Rancho Las Lomas.

Seantell & Michael - Rancho Las Lomas

2007-04-17T17:06:00.000-07:00

This couple had such an emotional day. Seantell was trying hard not to cry, even as we were doing pre-ceremony shots with her Mother and Grandmother.
Both the bride and groom were wiping away tears during their entire ceremony.

One of the cutest shots was the ring bearer walking down the aisle. He stopped at every row to show the ring on the pillow he was carrying!
Everyone laughed and laughed...just one more moment a bride would never see without her video!

The ceremony site was transformed into their outdoor reception while guests enjoyed cocktails up near the fountain.
This is a highlight clip from their day. Check out the Timelapse clip above to see the full transformation of their location.

Timelapse

2007-04-16T21:01:00.000-07:00

Here is a sample of a feature we offer called a timelapse. We set-up a camera and record for the entire event. It's really cool to see your ceremony or reception site take shape over many hours. The clip below is from Natalie and Joseph's wedding where the ceremony site was turned into their reception site. We recorded for 12 hours and edited the timelapse below.

Natalie & Joseph - Regent Beverly Wilshire

2007-04-16T19:19:00.000-07:00

This was an exquisite wedding! With 500 guests and one location, the hotel staff did an amazing job transforming the ballroom into the reception site after the ceremony was over. This took just 45 minutes while guests enjoyed the cocktail hour.

The day started early with both Natalie and Joseph getting ready with all their bridesmaids and groomsmen. We love filming this part of the day because there are always so many fun things happening, that both the Bride and Groom never get a chance to see.

We did a pre-ceremony photo/video session with the bride and groom, which started with shots of them driving down Beverly Hills Drive in their Rolls Royce. It was so cool seeing the people on the street smiling and waving at the couple as they drove by.

When the ceremony started, and Natalie entered the room, every single guest stood and started clapping and cheering. Joseph's face lit-up, and he too started clapping and cheering as Natalie began walking down the aisle.

The whole day was fantastic from beginning to the end!

Jessica & Hiram

2007-04-04T13:37:00.000-07:00

Here's an opening Highlight Montage from Jessica and Hiram's wedding production. An artist painted during their reception and at the end of the night, the couple had an amazing work of art which captured their gorgeous reception venue, and their first dance as husband and wife.

This couple's ceremony was so incredibly emotional. Jessica and her dad walked down the aisle to Coldplay's "Yellow"...the look on Hiram's face was one of the many highlights of the day.

Carol & Josh 3/18/07

2007-03-20T18:39:00.000-07:00

"To feel the love of people whom we love is a fire that feeds our life"

- Pablo Neruda

This was on Carol and Josh's program and it was so obviously true for them. Their entire day was filled with so much love and happiness from all their family and friends. The day started a bit gray at the Ritz Carlton Laguna Niguel, but when Carol walked down the aisle the sun started to shine and the sky turned blue. And as the Rabbi said during the ceremony...it really was a sign that both Carol and Josh's fathers were there in spirit, and with love for them.

Carol worked with a custom dress designer to create her stunning dress and the beautiful bridesmaid dresses. The flowers for both the ceremony and the reception were truly amazing to see...the already beautiful Ritz lawn was taken to a whole new level with a stunning Chuppah at the edge of the ocean, and a winding path of flowers for the processional. I can't even describe the transformation of the ballroom with satin covered walls and again...just gorgeous lighting and floral designs. You'll see what I mean when you watch the short clip highlighting their ceremony, and the design work of the extraordinary florist.

Nicole & Scott 3/03/07

2007-03-08T17:53:00.000-08:00

This past Saturday’s wedding (March 3rd) at the Hyatt Huntington Beach was incredible! From the beautiful Hupa, to the amazing cocktail lounge, which when the sheer curtains parted, revealed the ballroom where dinner and dancing continued the entire evening. Nicole and Scott were a fantastic couple…we received an email from them today which in part said:

“Scott and I would like to thank all of you that helped make our wedding day BEYOND my expectations. Each of you played an important role in our wedding, and I personally could not have asked for a more magical ceremony, reception, and evening over all.

I could go on and on as people commented regarding my make-up, the invitations, the flowers (wow!), the banquet set-up, the centerpieces, the cake table, the lounge set-up, the band, the food and service, the way we incorporated our children into the entire evening, and even mentioning how wonderful it was the way the people taking the pictures and the video were always there at the right moment, yet never over bearing. All that you did, allowed Scott and I to truly relax and enjoy our wedding, and our ease set the mood for the wedding and allowed us to truly enjoy each moment, be true to our feelings during our wedding, and really start our new life off in a beautiful way.”

Here’s a short clip of their first dance!

Erica and Matt - Ritz Carlton Dana Point

2007-03-07T20:16:00.000-08:00

I love working at the Ritz, all three ceremony locations are truly spectacular. Every wedding is guaranteed to have a fly-by of pelicans as well! Erika and Matt are such a great couple, I just loved how Erika was smiling and laughing the entire day. When Matt saw her for the first time (in front of both families and the bridal party) he also had the biggest smile, they both fell into each others arms laughing and smiling. It was perfect. The clip is from the opening to their wedding film.

Sherri and Olaff - Rancho Las Lomas

2007-03-07T10:32:00.000-08:00

Here's a fun opening to a wedding film that was shot at Rancho Las Lomas. The couple really love television show openings and they wanted me to create an opening to their film that was unique. There's a lot to work with at Rancho as it's such a beautiful location, but Sherri and Olaff also wanted to get some shots at Cooks Corner...a biker bar down the street! Where else but in Southern CA can you have a wedding that includes tigers, zebras and Harley motorcycles!! We had a blast shooting this wedding...and let's just say the guests has a lot of fun as well. You'll have to watch the clip to see what I mean!