Sneak Peak

Last week I had the pleasure of making a bouquet for an old classmate and friend, Lindy. We shared several classes together back at APU. I was reading updated statuses on my facebook and found out that she was retaking her wedding photos with her husband. They wanted to take the time and invest in a good photographer for wedding photos they'd be proud of and one's to show their kids one day and adorn the walls of their home. So, I asked if I could give her the gift of making her wedding bouquet. So in the photo you see, the first one I have so far, is the bouquet I made and this is a sneak peak of what's to come and I'll post the other photos in a few days.

One thing I think is worth investing in is PHOTOS. Even if you don't have a big budget for a wedding, photos are worth a 1000+ words and since you're wedding day only happens once you should have it captured in the best light. If you're willing to shell out the big bucks you could go to Jasmine Star , Victor Sizemore, B & G Photo or Boutwell Studios. If you're still looking for beautiful photos but have a smaller budget you could go to Tira J (who did this photo), Epic Imagery, Drew B, or Heather Jagger.

Vendor Pick: Beth Helmstetter Events

This year I have had the privilege to work with Beth Helmstetter, a fantastic wedding coordinator, on a few weddings and events this year. After planning events at a luxurious hotel in Hawaii she started her own company and has done some spectacular events.
A week or so ago I assisted Beth on a wedding at Rancho Sol Del Pacifico. It's a beautiful private estate atop the hills of Malibu with an amazing view of the surrounding mountains and the ocean off in the distance. This is an entirely outdoor location with a new ceremony site, a pool area usually used for cocktail hour and the main area for receptions is at the front of their house around a beautiful fountain.
The photographer for this wedding was Boutwell Studios, which does truly lovely work. Very vintage and chic in style. Very romantic.