So... you want to be a photographer????

As some of you may know... I absolutely LOVE the camera. I love taking pictures and having fun while I am at it. Yesterday the very talented and good friend, Martha Ramirez (http://www.udsphoto.com/) had her monthly photography seminar and asked me if I wanted to model for the students. I probably said yes before she even asked me....

The students only had 5 minutes to take as many pictures as possible. They had to be creative (I must admit I know my better angles so I helped them out) using different poses, chairs and backdrops. Here are some of my favorite shots they took!

If you are interested about learning more about this seminar please contact Martha Ramirez or Oly Trigo at 305.668.7171. Their magnificent and cozy studio is located at 6321 Bird Road and their breathtaking website is www.udsphoto.com. Please tell them I sent you and always remember to have fun and most importantly LAUGH!!!!

Mansion in Fort Lauderdale

This morning I received and invitation to a networking event at a new location and I thought it would be a great idea to share with you all! I frequently receive calls from out of town brides wanting to have their wedding at a private home with an ocean view. This (from past experience) has been a major challenge. Either some locations have a lot of restrictions or noise ordinances or just want way toooooo much money for the rental.

You may want to check out this absolutely beautiful mansion located in Fort Lauderdale (about 30-45 minutes from South Beach). It has a great intercoastal view and luxurious space for an event. www.flmagicalmansion.com. Dreams can come true and maybe having your event at this mansion will help!!!

Have a wonderful weekend!

Professional pics from Key West December 2008 Wedding!!

Shan Renee from Addison, Texas, did a fabulous job capturing Cara and Chris's exciting day. She was also nice enough to provide me with absolutely stunning pictures for my BLOG and website. You may also see some of her work in a very well known magazine.. but.... that is yet to come! Enjoy some fun shots here and look on my site for additional "Captured" moments!

How adorable is this text???

After all (it rained in the morning) it was such a glorious day!!

This was one of favorite things... the guests threw paper airplanes at the couple while dancing their first dance!!!!!!

Wedding Planner gets quoted on the Palm Beach Post!

This wacky and crazy economy has everyone on their tippie toes, however I find that events and wedding are still going on! Most of my clients are still having the wedding of their dreams but at a smaller scale. They have modified their guest count, rearranged their menus and settled for a low key decor package in order to still enjoy their special day. I am also finding that the planning has been cut down to a couple of months instead of years! I often get phone calls that sound like this "Ohh by the way I am getting married next month"!

The Palm Beach post recently wrote an small article and quoted me.. Check it out!


http://www.palmbeachpost.com/business/content/business/epaper/2009/03/24/a6b_weddingbiz_0325.html

Richelle and William Pena

I had to wait a little bit (a year and 3 months) to receive these absolutely gorgeous pictures from In Focus studios but they were well worth the wait!

Richelle and William became husband and wife on December 15, 2007 at the beautiful St. Patrick's Cathedral in Miami Beach followed by a dream come true reception at Vizcaya Museum and Gardens.

During the wedding planning process, this couple moved from Fort Lauderdale to San Francisco. I mostly planned everything with Tessy (MOB) and constant email with Richelle. This family was absolutely great to work with and made sure their daughter got the wedding of her dreams.

Please be sure to view more pictures of this fabulous wedding on my gallery page!
Enjoy!

Winter Delight at the Mandarin Oriental Miami

On January 17, 2009, the Mandarin Oriental Miami was transformed into an absolutely beautiful winter delight wedding location! The Schultz and Perkins family united underneath a beautiful chuppah covered in orchid garlands and hanging crystals, while the aisle was adorned with stunning white clustered callas. It was a dazzling night with a spectacular city view!

While the ceremony was taking place under the stars, the final details were being added to the main ballroom. The floral centerpieces were an overjoyed delight of phelanopsis orchids, a variety of roses, hydrangeas and cymbidium orchids to name a few. Each place setting included a detailed menu of the very carefully selected meal and cymbidium orchid to compliment the tablescape.

The florals for this event was carefully orchestrated by the very talented Gil Sosa. My expertise was used in coordinating the elements that made this event turn out fabulous along with the collaboration of Jackie Ohh Events and her staff.

To view this event please go to PAGE 3 on my galleries. May your eyes enjoy their journey!!!