It was a bit of a drive but well worth it. I won’t go into detail but if you are a Star Wars fan, you would greatly appreciate it.
This was a unique wedding for me. I am related to half of the people here! It’s my bother-in-law getting married. My son is the ring-bearer. He even took some of the pictures. I handed him a 7d and a 50mm lens and he went to work. Some great shots that I would have been proud to have taken.
It’s always a special event at the Long Beach Convention Center but this is ‘The Special Event!‘ The decor was stunning and in typical Long Beach Convention Center style and taste. With 4 areas to display artistically crafted reception decor, entertaining Dj and 4 fashion shows the night kept going!
The closing party featured performances by The Drum Machine DJ from Kirschner Creative, Alter Ego, and Champagne Creative Group. It was a blast to photograph and jealous of those who got to just hang out and enjoy the whole thing.
Also in the mix you will see the Long beach Aquarium strutting it’s stuff as a fantastic location for events. Equally decorated with nooks and crannies every turn that brought food and drink.
Unforgettable…
Closing Party at The Special Event in the Long Beach Convention Center
The Special Event in the Long Beach Convention Center
Bogarts Restaurant at The Special Event in the Long Beach Convention Center
Performers at The Special Event in the Long Beach Convention Center
Bogarts Restaurant at The Special Event in the Long Beach Convention Center
Performers at The Special Event in the Long Beach Convention Center
Performers at The Special Event in the Long Beach Convention Center
Show at The Special Event in the Long Beach Convention Center
Performers at The Special Event in the Long Beach Convention Center
Bridal Fashion Show at The Special Event in the Long Beach Convention Center
Area 1 The Special Event in the Long Beach Convention Center
A toast at The Special Event in the Long Beach Convention Center
The Special Event in the Long Beach Convention Center
The Special Event at the Long Beach Convention Center
The Special Event at the Long Beach Aquarium
The Special Event at the Long Beach Aquarium
The Special Event at the Long Beach Aquarium
The Special Event at the Long Beach Aquarium
The Special Event
If you are a Southern California Wedding Photographer you will eventually find yourself at the Orange County Mining Company. Iconic and full of character. This was a first for me though, that is… it was a first that I had photographed where the entire event was at the Orange County Mining Company. I didn’t even know they had ceremonies, up to this point I had only photographed receptions here.
The great part of it was, Paloma and Eric are a super couple! Very willing to anything even though occasionally they looked at me like I was a bit crazy. Maybe they are right. I think we got some unique shots though and really happy with them. Both Paloma and Eric are creative and artistic in their own right. I knew at the engagement session this couple was a photog’s dream.
Seal Beach has a few gems. The Old Ranch Country Club is one of them. Beautiful grounds with stellar views. At the right time of day, this is a very photogenic place. I was excited when I met with Valerie and Net and they told me about their day and their choice. A great looking couple and the Old Ranch? Gonna be awesome.
Well, I was right. It was a fantastic day with tons of shooting opportunities. So much so, I didn’t want to stop. Valerie and Net are incredible to work with and this goes down as one of my favorites.
A few years back I met Wendy at another wedding. Her sister had hired me to photograph their wedding. I had such great time with them I new Wendy and Chris’s wedding would be the same. It was great to see their friends and family again.
The Eagle’s Nest, the country club at the Navy Golf Course has gone through a tremendous transformation. I use to golf here with my Dad. He still golfs here every Sunday. Golf, not really my thing but I do own clubs and enjoy hanging with my Dad.
