Selena and Steve had a fabulous wedding at the Palos Verdes Golf Club last month. All of the stars were aligned. A gorgeous day, beautiful details, a really great couple and one of my favorite wedding venues all added up to wedding perfection.
I want to give a shout out to Selena and Steve’s coordinator, Jen Peterson of Jen Peterson Events. She did an awesome job and was great to work with!
Last Sunday was the perfect storm of wedding photography for me. Take a gorgeous and genuine couple, add in a perfect October day and finish it off with my absolute favorite venue and you have one amazing wedding.
Ann and Mike are so easy going, Ann has an Aussie accent that is to die for and Mike choose the funniest “oversized asian” to be his best man (this is funny to me because I happen to be married to another oversized half asian man). Here are some of my faves:
The details of this wedding were amazing. The bride has exquisite taste.
I love the light that pours into the bride’s cottage at La Venta
Former KChePhoto bride Erin fullfiling her duties
Look at this stunning bride
These girls were so fun
Mike, a very handsome groom
The guys were great as well
Bling!
Mike was a trying hard to keep his composure as he saw his beautiful bride for the first time.
Yeah, this is why I love La Venta
I gave the wedding party so much grief to get this shot. Thanks for being awesome you guys!!! you actually pulled it off in the first frame!
They are so cute!
One of my faves of the day
I love how spontaneous these two are
Their first dance was elegant and romantic
I love this one taken by my awesome second shooter Danny
Love this one to end the day
Thanks to Erin and Kevin
and Anna and Simon for referring me. That is the biggest compliment of all and I really appreciate it
Have a great time down under Ann and Mike!
Ok, my sister got married 3 weeks ago and she and her new husband Chris have been back from their honeymoon for over a week and they still have not seen any pictures but hey, I was not the main photographer so I thought I could take a breather on this one.
I didn’t shoot my sister’s wedding becuase I wanted to be a guest and enjoy the day. I spent 15 minutes with her and my camera and the rest of my day was truly fabulous! I know that her photographer did an awesome job so I was relaxed and enjoyed myself. Here are a few that I did shoot:
This is one of Chris and his daughter Hannah, who is now my niece. Chris is a great person, exactly the type of man I would hope my sister would marry. Hannah is also a great person and the pair have an awesome relationship. I am so happy to have these two as part of my family.
Barb’s daughter Jenna helped her get ready, I remember the day she was born like it was yesterday. Boy do I feel old!
The kchephoto shot
Doesn’t she look fabulous?
The one and only shot I took at the ceremony. The little cutey is Skylar, my grand-niece, did I mention how old I feel?
I wish the best for Barb and Chris, it was great wedding and a great start to your lives together.
Keith is the brother of Krissi who had one of my favorite weddings of 2007. This year, it is fitting that Jessica and Keith would have one of my favorite weddings of 2008. The wedding was at the Hans Fahden Winery in Calistoga, California. It was intimate and breathtaking. I had so many faves, here are just a few:
A little toast before the dressing ritual. This got the water works going for Jessica’s mom.
I love details like these, a note that Jessica had delivered to Keith right before the ceremony.
Jessica is a classic beauty
Keith was a very handsome groom
I could have shot Bridals of this gorgeous girl all day!
One of my favorite parts of the venue and a perfect moment as Dad is about to give his girl away.
The ceremony site was simply stunning!!!
There were so many beautiful, heart felt and funny moments during the ceremony.
Married!
Love this real moment
This might be my fave of the day
The coolest reception I have ever shot, yes it’s a cave!!!
I love the cake series
These two were in perfect sync
I feel so blessed to have been able to shoot both Krissi and Keith’s weddings, I now feel like a part of the family, and I would not have it any other way!!!
Thanks guys, have a fabulous honeymoon!
Alison and Sam are really cool people. They are down to earth, relaxed, fun…One would only assume that they would have a really cool, fun and relaxed wedding. One would be right! Here are some faves.
Alison was so calm and happy, you never would have none it was her wedding day!
from this
to this
She was a stunning bride
One of my faves of the day
It is amazing, the difference between the brides room and the grooms room before the ceremony
Sam, the very handsome groom
The church was St. Lukes in Temple City, it was charming
I love this first kiss!
Could these two be any cuter???
fun groomsmen
plus fun bridesmaids
equals awesome wedding party!
loves these
The reception was at the Coco Palm in Pomona, really fun place!
Alison’s dad was so adorable. He was very excited and proud. I loved to see the interaction between them
Yay! Cake smashers!
Love this one of Alison’s brother Eric getting down on the dance floor
Good luck guys! I hope you are enjoying your honeymoon in Thailand!
Mary and Jim had an awesome wedding last Saturday in Palos Verdes. This couple is very laid back and were up for anything. I could not have asked for better subjects. Here are some faves.
Mary’s Fabulous dress, we’ll call her Maggie. She was a great partner to the shoes, we’ll call them Stuart
A six pence handed down from bride to bride for years. I love this kind of stuff!
The bling
Mom and maids watching the dressing ritual
Mary was such a grogeous bride. Her energy just makes her even more beautiful
Jim was a very handsome groom. I see many grooms that look very uncomfortable in a tux. Jim was so at ease and comfortable. He has an elegance about him.
More handsome men
Even more handsome men
Delightful (although one reluctant) flower girls
A perfect moment, the church was charming
Married
Taking amazing portraits of these two was an effortless task
The reception took place at Mary’s parents’ house in Lunada bay and was coordinated by my personal favortie coordinator, Kathy Recchia of Save the Date Events. I could not have asked for a more perfect combination
Can’t you just feel the love
Mary has a huge, fun family which always makes for a great party. The brothers have a tradition of writing and singing a song to the couple at each family wedding. Let me tell you, it did not dissappoint!
We loved your wedding Mary and Jim!!! Best of luck to you both!
Rebecca and Kevin are the first of 3 couples referred by Krissi and JT, one of my favorite couples of the year! They had a fabulous event in Santa Barbara on Saturday coordinated byt the talented Cari Izaguirre of All Occasions Event Planning. I call it an event instead of a wedding because they actually got married a year ago in St Thomas but celebrated with their friends and family with a vow renewal. It was a relaxed and festive event at the University Club, a charming venue.
Here are a few of my faves:
A bit of an antique look fit the venue, Rebecca was stunning
Paul caught this one of the light pouring in the balcony window, love!
A fun one with the fisheye
What a gorgeous bride!
And a very handsome groom, Kevin was a big ham, he mastered the soap opera actor pose
They are sooo cute together
The ceremony was in front of the fireplace, all decked out for Christmas
Love this one of Kevin cutting a rug with mom!
Last but not least, an awesome moment in front of the Christmas Tree
Thanks guys, we really enjoyed your wedding!
Kristen and Jeff are the third wonderful couple that was referred to us by Erin and Kevin, a wedding that I loved shooting in July 2006. Thanks again Erin and Kevin!
This wedding could not have been more stunning and well planned. Kathy Recchia of Save The Date Events did an amazing job of making sure everything went off without a hitch.
Kristen’s Dress and accessories were gorgeous
The flowers were done by Flower Art . Kristen gasped when she saw how beautiful they were
This wedding was all about the details
Jeff was a very handsome groom
As were all of his men. Having gone to the rehearsal, we got to see the very genuine relationship that Jeff has with his friends and his brothers
Kristen’s parents are lovely people. They brought her up to be kind and caring. They are a great family
I could have shot bridals all day
I know, I couldn’t stop looking at her either!
I bet some of these guys regret this now
The chapel was charming and the vibe was warm and fuzzy
Married!
The reception was at Palos Verdes Golf Club. The golf course was an amazing backdrop
Again, check out these details!
The first dance
Jeff’s mom obviously loves her boys. I welled up!
I love this one of Kristen’s dad gettin’ down with the band, Bruce Garnitz Music and Entertainment Company
Thanks you two for letting Paul and I be a part of your amazing day!
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Last night Paul and I shot Kristen and Jeff’s rehearsal dinner. It was an awesome bash put on by Jeff’s parents, Kathy and Bud. No detail was overlooked. I put a quick SLIDESHOW together but believe me this is only a small sampling of the awesome pics we got. I cannot even imagine how great this wedding is going to be! I guess we will see in a few hours!
Here are a couple of faves from the night
Love, love, love this one!
Erika and Neal had a great wedding at Tortilla Flats restaurant on Saturday. I loved the energy of the day. It was relaxed and fun.
Erika is a classic beauty
Holy Eyelashes batman!
The handsome groom
I love the look on Neal’s face when he first saw his bride
Seconds after the ceremony, do you think they are happy or what?
Pure bliss
I love, love, love these!
The guys
The girls
This little beauty stole the show
I think this was all about the sniper and how he plans to make use of the 7 passenger vehicle 
Thanks Kevin, for modeling for us. Your contract from Ray Ban will be in the mail shortly
Thanks guys, We had a great time with you!
