Best of Weddings Award

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I’ve kinda been MIA this past month, with the wedding season slowing down. I didn’t realized how long it’s been, until I saw my last post was in early November! Well, I’m still around, working on some personal projects and revamping my camera bag and skills. I’ve spent about $3,800 for new gear! (A very merry christmas to self!!) I’ll post an update on exactly what I got later…

But for now, I want to take this time to share some recent news from TheKnot. We’ve been voted “Best of Weddings” for 2012! Thank you sooo much for everyone who voted! I’m really grateful for the new friends/clients I met in 2011, and I’m really looking forward to a wonderful New Year in 2012. If you’re recently engaged and looking for vendors, I highly recommend checking out one of my favorite wedding planning sites, TheKnot.com!

Happy Holidays! xoxo

Update… feeling some love over at WeddingWire.com as well!

Shana & Brandon: Married!

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This past weekend I had the great pleasure of of traveling to Solvang California, to capture the beautiful moments of Shana and Brandon’s wedding. Shana and Brandon both live in Santa Monica, but wanted to spend their wedding at one of their favorite places, surrounded by friends, family, food, and fun.

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Venue: Gainey Vineyard
Photography: SherriJ Photography
Florist: Passion Flowers
Caterer: Pure Joy
DJ: Santa Barbara DJs
Videographer: You’re the Star
Hair and Makeup: Chateau Belle, Hair: Kita McComber, Makeup: Tedde Allegra

*Update: Shana and Brandon have been published on Ceremony Blog and Santa Barbara Wedding Style.

Anne & Peter: Married at Verandas Manhattan Beach

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Venue: Verandas, Manhattan Beach
Photography: SherriJ Photography
Florist – Flowers by Laurel
Makeup & Hair – Tara & Meyon at Bob Roy Salon Manhattan Beach
Wedding Coordinator – Sara Lehnberg, Verandas
Band & DJ – Dwight Kennedy
Dress – Somsi Couture
Suit – Jos A Bank
Desserts & Catering – NY Food Company
Invitations: Bride’s own design

*UPDATE This wedding has been published on Engaged and Inspired HERE. (August 23, 2011)

Ralissa: Married at Walnut Grove

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This past Friday, Melissa and Ray were married at Walnut Grove with their closest friends and family. (Friends and family may see all images online HERE) While I was walking around, I found a perfect little green walnut on the ground for the ring shot. Los Angles Wedding Photography

The day was sunny and hot in Moorpark, as Melissa started getting ready in her bridal cabin.

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I think she was kinda nervous when I arrived. I took this picture of her after she read her vows. Then right before the first look, she had a huge smile on her face! She could not wait to see Ray.

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For the ceremony site, Melissa decorated the trees with DIY fabric balls, and lined the isle with rose petals.

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After the ceremony, we took some romantic photos for a few minutes, while guests were having cocktails.

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Tables were named after their favorite wines.

Florist: The Exotic Green Garden

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Of course, what wedding is complete with out a embarrassing best man speech? What was said will remain a secret to those who attended. But all I’ll say for now is that it was embarrassing for Ray!

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Lots of twinkling lights were strung from the trees above the reception area.

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Last but not least, a couple shots behind the scenes of me shooting, scouting, and being silly. SherriJ Wedding Photography

Venue: Walnut Grove at Tierra Rejada Ranch
Day Of Planner: Michele Spring of Mia Bella Weddings
Photography: SherriJ Photography
Florist: The Exotic Green Garden
Hair: Stacy Godwin
Makeup: Adam Winter

UPDATE September 20th, 2011: This wedding has been published on California Wedding Wave. CLICK HERE to see the feature!

Eugela Married! Rancho Del Cielo, Malibu

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Venue: Rancho Del Cielo, Malibu
Wedding Planner- Betty Wan w/ Type A Planning
Photography: SherriJ Photography
Cinematography- Lunch Pail Pictures (video below)
Florals: Bunch Studio
Photobooth Flipbooks: Blue Cat International
Hair: Drybar
Cupcakes: Enjoy Cupcakes
Wedding Gown: Kirstie Kelly

Highlight: Angela + Eugene on Vimeo.