Archive for May, 2010

Having lived in the Bay Area all my life, I often take for granted all of the amazing local attractions we have here.  For example, we live 45 minutes away from one of those most renowned wine regions in the world, yet I’ve spent relatively little time there (other than shooting weddings, of course – but that doesn’t count!)  After we got together with Carol and Matt for their engagement session in Sonoma, I told myself that things need to change and we really need to make the effort to visit more often.  Not only is the scenery incredible, but the restaurants (and wine) are superb!  After our session, Carol and Matt were so sweet to invite us to dinner with them at the El Dorado in downtown Sonoma.  I will remember that dinner for a very long time; great food, great company, and Chris and I tried a bone marrow appetizer for the first time.  It was… interesting!  Can’t wait to see Carol and Matt on their wedding day – and here’s to many more fun dinners together in the future!

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One of my favorite advertising campaigns is for Corona; two glistening beer bottles nestled in the rich white sand of a remote beach, surrounded by an incredible sea of turquoise water.  Picture-perfect paradise!  These images came rushing back to me when we arrived in Puerto Morelos, Mexico for Ashley & Scott’s destination wedding.  Puerto Morelos is a small town just up the coast from Playa Del Carmen in the Riviera Maya.  This trip had extra special meaning for us because we had our own destination wedding in Playa Del Carmen just a few short years ago.  We hadn’t been back since our wedding, so it was exciting to revisit the beautiful Caribbean beaches and pop open a Corona!

Most of us stayed at the beautiful Azul Beach Hotel, while the bride, groom, and their wedding party stayed at the Azul Villa Carola just next door.  This luxury villa was absolutely incredible – over 10,000 sq ft, two full kitchens, a private staff, pool, and jacuzzi – all right on the beach.  We couldn’t have asked for a better location to shoot a wedding.  Absolutely amazing!

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We were surrounded by two incredible families and the wedding day was emotional for everyone.  Lots of happy tears flowing!

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The wedding reception took place outside on the patio under the stars.  Lots of tequila, dancing, and fun!

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Thank you Ashley and Scott for inviting us along to share in your journey.  It was an amazing experience we will never forget!