Lovesome Chocolate Event

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The best thing about my job is that I always get to meet new people. A couple weeks ago, I attended a charity event for Wish Upon a Wedding and met Nicole who is owner and creator of lovesome (distinctively designed sweets, including chocolates and tea cookies). Lucky for me, she was in need of some great product pictures of her tasty treats. Earlier today, I visited her home as she hosted a tasting event. I was really impressed with the assortment of 20+ chocolates from Sea Salt Blueberry, Crushed Red Pepper and Cherry, and Spicy Pecan and Fig, to Rocky Road, French Lavender Sugar, and Toasted Almond Toffee. Nicole set up 4 different tablescapes to compliment her chocolates with decore, champagne and wines. If you’re looking for some great gift ideas or custom wedding favors, you need to check out lovesome!

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Emme & Rick’s Destination Wedding: Temecula

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Emme and Rick had a beautiful wedding this past weekend at Ponte Winery in Temecula, CA. Emme is a clothing designer and Rick a firefighter/ aspiring wedding photographer and together they have a sweet little girl who is almost three years old. Most of the family and guests traveled from Ohio to celebrate their destination wedding. Planning her wedding from out of state, Emme had to rely on her instincts with many details of her day. The first moment we ever met in person was when I walked in the door to her bridal suite and she was smiles all day long. The wedding was intimate and everyone danced well into the night. I’m so honored to have been part of this special day.

Temecula winery wedding photographs ponte

Temecula winery wedding photography

Temecula winery wedding

Temecula winery wedding photography

Temecula winery wedding photography ponte

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Temecula winery wedding photography ponte

Venue: Ponte Winery, Temecula
Sherri J Photography
Dessert: Cakes to Celebrate
Hair Makeup: Corin of Something New
DJ+ lighting: Music Makes You Move
Dress: Tara Keely

Vanessa + Ephraim’s Wedding: Los Angeles Arboretum + Botanical Garden

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I was introduced to Vanessa and Ephraim a week ago as they were wrapping up plans for their wedding. Since they were having a really hard time finding a photographer they loved… they were kinda stuck and running out of time. Lucky for me, their wedding planner Kat Keane passed along my info and they instantly felt we were a great fit! This past Thursday they were surrounded by their closest family as they said their vows and celebrated amongst the beautiful gardens. Here’s a few of my favorite pictures!

Los Angeles Arboretum wedding photography

The Dream Team
Wedding Planner: Kat Keane
Photography: Sherri J Photography
Florist: Dolce Design Studio
Reception Band: Blue Note Jazz
Emcee: Freelance DJ Service Ron Zapata
Catering: Taste Restaurant
Dessert: Cupcakes Couture of Manhattan Beach

Boho Chic Wedding: Santa Monica + Culver City

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This past weekend I photographed a wedding with photographer Jason Redmond, that took place in Culver City at the Culver Events Center. The day started at the Huntley in Santa Monica. Here’s a handfull of my favorites!

Melissa + Jeff: Married Moorpark Country Club

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I met Melissa and Jeff back in August as they started planning their wedding. Melissa would describe her vision as “modern, classic, a little bit of glam.” I photographed their engagement session at Paradise Cove in Malibu. It was exciting seeing Melissa’s vision come together this past weekend! They were surrounded by their families and their wedding included traditions from Melissa’s Spanish heritage including a lasso ceremony and mariachi band. Here’s some of my favorite pictures!

Moorpark Country Club wedding photographer

When I first saw Jeff, I almost didn’t recognize him! He was wearing a tux, sunglasses, and long hair slicked back.

Moorpark Country Club wedding photographer

Most of Melissa’s bridesmaids have been in her life since the age of 12, with the exception of her sister and a high school friend. How gorgeous are these ladies!

Moorpark Country Club wedding photographer

The sun was so bright, Jeff had to turn away from the sun until Melissa was close to the alter.

Moorpark Country Club wedding photographer

Venue: Moorpark Country Club
Photography: Sherri J Photography. Sherri J Photography
A. byLauren (Lauren Manzano) Bride’s Hair and Makeup
Cruz Bridal-Wedding Gown and Bridesmaid dresses
Skiff’s Cakes-Wedding Cake
Modern Party Rentals-Chair and under lay
DJ Robbi and DJ Joe-Music
Mariachi Cuicatlan-Cocktail entertainment
Tiffany Brown Flowers-All flowers at the event

Here’s a couple shots of us doing some lighting tests before the ceremony.