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The blog post I wrote for Kelly Oshiro Events Blog is highlighted on www.elizabethannedesigns.com! Kelly had a series for one week of photographers all talking about different aspects of photography. My post talks about planning out your day from a photographers perspective. Other photographers included in the series....Elizabeth Messina, Tim halberg and Mary Jane Photography....all of which I know personally and deeply respect!! Check it out!

Promotional shots for Chelsea Elizabeth Photography...

She looks awesome!! Notice the heels she's shooting in--that's my kinda girl!

LOOK at this light--it's so yummy!!

Not sure which of these 2 I like better the color photo or the black and white.

Thanks for the wonderful time Chelsea...it was fun!!

Check out my little biker boy!

He wanted to wear daddy's helmet...once he got it on he nearly fell over due to the weight of the helmet. Isn't he cute? Love this kid!!

Santa Barbara Four Seasons Biltmore wedding...

Santa Barbara Four Seasons Biltmore...this place has the BEST service not to mention the it is gorgeous there!

My assistant Peggy Ann took the above shot--I love this warm soft glowy light! You go girl!

Ok, if you are going to wear flats on your wedding day--I LOVE these...just totally cute!

I think this is a great look...the groom and the groomsmen are wearing something totally different but it works together. You do not have to be matchy matchy if you don't want to!

Camille at Modern Day Design once AGAIN nailed the flowers! She is such a talent!

LOVE this photo...they are so cute!

I had the wonderful opportunity to work with Sonia Hopkins of XOXO bride (event planner) two weeks in a row! In fact 2 weeks in a row we worked with TEAM Hair and makeup, Camille at Modern Day Design, and Sonia...it's awesome--I feel like I am part of the dream team. We get together and it's like clockwork!! When you line up your vendors like that it's a sure bet you are going to have a rocking wedding!

Check out my guest blog post at www.kellyoshiroevents.com/blog...

Kelly Oshiro has a great blog with tons of interviews from leading wedding vendors. She has tips, great finds, location scouting, and much much more. This week is "Photographers week". She asked me to write a little something and share my wisdom with her readers. Check it out and let me know what you think!!

Thank you Kelly for the opportunity to share some wedding photographer tips!
Check it out folks...www.kellyoshiroevents.com

We were featured on Style Me Pretty!!

Check it out at www.stylemepretty.com
This is an AWESOME wedding blog--you WILL love it.

I went to the PRIMETIME EMMY AWARDS LAST NIGHT!!!!!

Ok, first off...I was a seat filler. I know that takes the excitement down a notch for some people but NOT me! I had a great time with my baby sister. I was actually sitting behind Jeremy Piven when he won his Emmy (he was the first person to win last night).

This big photo is to show you the earrings that Tricia Meyer of Magnolia Collection graciously allowed me to wear. For more info or for a private showing call Tricia at 805-750-0808

And to Tricia...thank you for making me feel like a movie star....but where was my body guard? ;)

Family Portraits at the Ventura Pier...

For those of you that have been thinking about Christmas photos already--you are right on target...now is the perfect time to book a session! Give yourself the time you need to look over the photos and order Christmas cards and gifts without the stress of running out of time. You may also consider going in on a gift certificate for a portrait session for your parents or grandparents and setting up a date to shoot around the holidays NOW to get some great photos while the whole family is together. Photo shoots around the holidays tend to go quickly so call today to find out our availability!

Greek/ Persian Wedding in Santa Barbara...

I LOVE these colors!!

The brides gown is by Melissa Sweet!

She slipped into her dress on site at the
Greek Orthodox Church in Santa Barbara.

TEAM hair and makeup from Santa Barbara made her into a blushing bride.

Ok, I wear heels OFTEN and when I saw these shoes I thought--that's ambitious! But she assured me they ARE comfortable. They have a bit of a platform in front. If you are interested they are Stuart Weitzman.

The bling came from Nordstroms.

The above shot was from their "reveal" (seeing each other for the first time).

I KNOW you are loving these flowers as I do--they were done by one of my favorite florists in Santa Barbara...Camille Panzarello of Modern Day Design. She's worth every penny ladies!!

Check out the blue ring--that is her something blue (a gift from the groom).

Yeah, if I did that I would need assistance getting back up--am I the only one?!? :)

Dj Gavin Roy kept the party going all night!! He is so fun!! And the best part of all--he doesn't like talk on the mic half the night...I love that!

This wedding was coordinated by the very talented Sonia Hopkins of XOXO bride. Get THIS--she had a baby like 2 weeks ago!! At the wedding looking like a total rock star...AMAZING...I can't remember even wanting to stand up 2 weeks after I had Joey let alone run around all day at a wedding...she's amazing--Did I say AMAZING! Oh YEAH!

My good friends Laura and Mario are MARRIED!!!

Loved her make-up!! I think the name of the girls was Cowboys and Angels. Great job. Highly recommend the eyelashes--they are so pretty!!

Laura's Momma! She looks so good!!

Laura's sister teaching my son how to eat ice cream.
(As if a child doesn't know how, right?)

Here's my son practicing her technique.

And all together now!! I think he has it down.

They took their guests on the SB Land Shark for a reception spin around town. For those who are not familiar with the Land Shark--it's a bus and a boat all in one. It was really fun!!

It was a great day! I am so HAPPY for you two!! Now where are the babies! Haha.

Bel-Air Bay Club Wedding in Pacific Palisades

They had a Frank Sinatra Show!! What a unique idea and what a hit! He was wonderful.


This wedding was coordinated by Marie from Affairs of Splendor--marvelous job! What a total sweetheart!