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Fall Wedding Inspiration: A Rustic Romance in the Vines
For those of you who may not know, Robert and I were married at the lovely Ponte Winery in November 2008.
We always enjoy visiting Ponte Winery. Whenever we need a break from all the chaos that is life in the OC and LA, Ponte is a great place to head, to get back to nature and just relax.
Recently, Kerry Pulverman of de Luxe Weddings & Events invited us to participate in a photo shoot with her. Below are the photos from the tablescape Robert and I like to call: A Rustic Romance in the Vines.
I figure many of our Fall brides are currently working on their themes and floral design, so I thought this might give you some inspiration to draw from. Of course, when your wedding rolls around you will have the gorgeous Autumn leaves of red, orange, yellow, and green. Rob and I just adored the look of the vineyard for our November wedding. There is really nothing like it.
We would like to give a special thanks to Kelly Manson of The Olive Rose for her beautiful Fall inspired floral design and kind collaboration.
To learn more about the design behind the shoot, check out Kerry's Blog.
I can just imagine a romantic guy proposing to a super lucky girl, while we hide behind the Fall leaves hanging from the vines and sneak in a few photographs of the Engagement.
How much more romantic can it get being all alone out among the vines and the beautiful surrounding landscape?
To create a Fall feel, Kerry chose chocolate brown and silver linens. Kelly chose to complement that with florals of orange and red tones, with hints of yellow and green.
Fresh flowers such as Cymbidium Orchids make a nice adornment to your napkins and charger plates.
Below are a couple of Robert's Artistic edits. We love to create custom edits to transform those photos into more dramatic pieces.
Check out the drama on the sky and the table here:
I love Rob's interpretation of this photo. The Rustic tones of this photo truly complement the theme of this tablescape.
Happy Planning! Design away :)
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The Avia's meeting and events manager, Melissa Selmanson gave us a lovely tour of the property. If you are looking for an ultra modern venue with fabulous decor and a stunning view this is the place to be!
The Avia has a variety of private event spaces ranging from intimate spaces for a plated reception dinner for 60 to the spacious Rooftop Pool Terrace for about 100. I love the laid back lounge vibe of the Rooftop Pool Terrace.
I truly enjoyed not only the creative decor throughout the hotel, but also the atmosphere both inside and out. The Avia is located adjacent to the Long Beach Pike so there is no shortage of dining and entertainment opportunities for all of your out of town guests. The Avia can arrange a room block so your guests can enjoy the entire weekend with you.
The Avia Hotel
The Avia Rooftop Pool Terrace
These awesome shades make me feel like I'm on a sailboat :)
These Cabanas are HOT!
There are eco friendly plants throughout the rooftop terrace.
The Avia's Courtyard is another great space for a reception. The different shapes and colors of furniture is a nice fun touch.
I can totally picture some sweet Bridal Portraits on this couch.
Notice the rainbow prism effect in the mirrors on the right side? Pretty Neat!
The Avia's Buffet style Kitchen is perfect for a morning after Brunch.
Kerry took this photo of me photographing the Courtyard. LOL.
Check out Rob's artistic edits of the views from Avia. What a transformation.
The Avia is located at:
285 Bay Street
Long Beach, CA 90802-8161
(562)436-1047
Give Melissa a call to book your event today! We can't wait to be there to document all the fun :)
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We are so excited to share these photos with all of you :) As many of you may know, Robert and I were married at the Ponte Estate Winery just a little over a year ago, so it holds a special place in our hearts.
Kerry Pulverman of de Luxe Weddings & Events invited us to do a photo shoot for her company and the floral designs of The Olive Rose. We had a blast.
We did a total of four tablescapes, but I thought it would be more fun to break the posts up. So, here is a tablescape that I like to call "Vintage Chic."
I enjoy the contrasts in color, a soft blue with a rich chocolate- so delicious :)
Fusion graciously provided all the linens for our shoot. I LOVE this particular linen. It caught my eye right away the first time I stepped foot in Fusion. The color is subtle yet stunning. The crystals add a very nice touch that speak fancy without overdoing it.
Kelly Manson from The Olive Rose was so great to work with. She is sweet, creative, and flexible- a great combination.
I never thought I would like Peacock Feathers in an arrangement, but now I am seriously a fan.
I love detail shots (if you haven't already noticed)! Details are an amazing way to bring extension of your persona into your wedding. Check out this great vintage hurricane:
I am completely in love with this place setting. I just had to purchase this bowl, plate, and charger as soon as I saw them at the very dangerous TJ Maxx Homegoods! Kerry Pulverman gets me in trouble almost every time she takes me there :)
Kerry found this beautiful brooch. And Kelly dressed it up with her lovely Amnesia rose petals.
The peacock blue is definitely a hot color this year. Totally eye catching for sure!
I really enjoyed how Kelly was able to design arrangements that were vintage and soft, yet modern at the same time- just my style!
Now.... it's Thursday... so you know what that means....
Here is a tip for all of you who have not yet chosen your wedding venue.
Do you want to be one of the first to be married in a fabulous Vineyard Pavilion in Wine Country that is not even built yet? Well here is your chance.
The new event space is set to open at Ponte Winery this May, and we can't wait to be there to photograph the weddings it will host.
Ponte Winery has kindly shared with us a rendering of their gorgeous Vineyard Pavilion. Here is your sneak peak:
Awesome! Right?
Here is the direct link to Weddings at Ponte Winery, if you would like to learn more.
Ponte Winery is located at:
35053 Rancho California Road
Temecula, CA 92591
(951) 694-9444
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The Pacific Edge Villa in Laguna Beach is becoming a pretty popular place! Since my sister Michelle got married their in September 2009, we have received many requests to blog post more photos from the wedding. This post is focused on showcasing the setting of the villa. As you may know, the ceremony and reception can both take place on the villa's deck which is mounted right into the sand, just steps from the Pacific Ocean waves. After helping plan about seven weddings in the past year, I can definitely say there are not many places in Southern California with where you can be this close to the sand without paying the $100,000 price tag. So far, I have not found any other wedding venue quite like it.
Their Head Table on the Pacific Edge Villa's deck:
Enjoy the photos!
The entry to the Pacific Edge Villa:
The Ceremony site on the Pacific Edge deck:
Michelle's entrance with my father, and then her grand entrance with Mark:
The ceremony arrangements by Bella Blooms:
The ocean themed cake in their pink, green, and cream wedding colors by Cakeland:
Their Head Table on the Pacific Edge Villa's deck:The guests tables at reception on the Pacific Edge Villa's deck:
The view from the balcony of the Honeymoon Suite on the 3rd floor of the Pacific Edge Villa:
We snuck Michelle and Mark out during the cocktail hour for some fun candid photos in the sand:
I guess Mark was practicing carrying Michelle over the threshold:
The Pacific Edge Villa makes a beautiful backdrop:
The Honeymoon Suite's bathroom, decorated by Kerry Pulverman of de Luxe Weddings & Events:
The Pacific Edge's Villa is pretty much an open canvas as far as decor goes. Here are a few more photos of a mixer Robert and I attended at the Pacific Edge in November.
The Canopy was provided by Signature Party Rentals:
The buffet setup on the villa's lower level by Country Garden Caterers:
The guests mingling on the deck:
This photo made it on the front page of Pacific Edge's wedding website. Yeah!
The Pacific Edge Hotel is located at:
647 South Coast Highway
Laguna Beach, CA 92651
Please contact Rebecca Peng at (949) 281-5703 to schedule a visit.
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INTRODUCING.....
PLANNING TIP THURSDAYS!
What you ask, is planning tip Thursdays? Well, considering that we are Photographers, not coordinators, ours tips are going to focus on all things PHOTOGENIC!
Each week we will feature something that we think will add beauty or art to your wedding. We may feature a venue, a vendor, or a piece of your wedding wardrobe :)
So, why Thursdays? Well, we figured most of our clients are hard working individuals with Monday- Friday 9a-5p jobs. By Thursday at lunch or night, you are probably surfing the net in need of some hard earned relaxation to gear up for Friday. And- by posting on Thursday- you still have time to schedule appointments for the weekend with any of our featured vendors- giving you something extra special to look forward to on the weekend.
Stay tuned, this is gonna be fun!
Now on to this Thursday's featured Venue....
I recently visited the Seven 4 One Hotel in Laguna Beach with wedding coordinator, Kerry Pulverman from de Luxe Weddings & Events. Any of our 2010 and 2011 brides interested in getting married in Laguna Beach, but can't break the bank on other hotels like the Surf and Sand or the Montage, or if you just want a little something different, you should check out Seven 4 One.
Seven 4 One is a unique boutique hotel with an amazingly modern vibe. Some of the perks of this hotel, from a photography perspective are:
1) You can rent out the entire 28 room hotel- so we won't have to worry about lookey loos or tourists getting in all the shots!
2) The guest rooms are super fun to shoot in! Perfect for shooting all the getting ready shots. The modern design and really cool couches and pillow make a nice backdrop.
3) You can project a slideshow onto the wall of the open air courtyard. Perfect for playing your customized JEP slideshow at your rehearsal dinner or reception. And there's plenty of comfy seats for viewing.
And another random, but interesting feature of the hotel: There is a bed on the outside deck. You can literally lay outside and listen to the waves crash or star gaze with your new spouse.
I'm posting a few teaser photos from our brief visit below. You should really check it out in person to capture the intimate experience this hotel has to offer.
Here is a shot of the contemporary couch in the Sky Suite- perfect for some fun getting ready shots:
And here is the fabulous couch in the Sea Suite:
The Sky Suite and Sea Suite both come complete with a wet bar, wine refrigerator, and queen sized sofa bed. These suites are perfect for the bridal party to spend the night and wake up refreshed and ready for the big day. There is plenty of room for the girls and guys to get ready in their respective suite. And of course, room for PHOTOS!
Once everyone is ready you can head on down to the Courtyard for the Rehearsal Dinner, Ceremony, or Reception:
I really enjoyed the unique details and modern decor throughout the hotel.
Check out these super fun lamps:
The bed on the deck...Unique for sure:
Seven 4 One is located at:
741 South Coast Hwy.
Laguna Beach, CA 92651
(949) 494-6200
So brides and grooms, what do you think?
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Wow, love the decor. Great way of capturing it!
(03.17.10)Pretty! Missed you guys last week!
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