Cathy and Kevin married in Paradise

Cathy Romano and Kevin McHugh were marrried last Saturday at the beautiful Paradise Point Resort & Spa.
The Bride & Groom exchanged marriage vows on the Paradise Island Point Lawn surround by family and friends and then danced the night away inside the Tuscan inspired decorated Dockside Room.

Brian Kent with ABM Wedding Photography caught every intimate moment and made sure all the creative details were captured on film.

Thank you to all the wonderful vendors who helped Cathy and Kevin live their Dream Wedding!

Karen Cipolla and the wonderful staff at Paradise Point Resort & Spa
Lotus Flowers Shop
A Perfect Table
Arc de Belle
Favors to You – Favors and Hospitality Boxes
A Dream Wedding – Invitations and Accessories

Video of Vivian and Santiago Leon

Thank you Bob Hoffman Video and Photography for this wonderful montage of last Saturdays wedding!

Congratulations Mr. and Mrs. Leon

Yesterday the sun was shining down on Vivian and Santiago as they said “I Do” and became Mr. & Mrs. Leon.

The ceremony was held at St. Rose of Lima Church and the guests enjoyed the evening reception held at California Fiesta, located on 3rd Ave in Chula Vista.

Thank you to all the wonderful vendors who made Vivian & Santiago’s Dream Wedding come true.

Father John Dolan

San Diego Events Lighting

The Singing Florist

Bob Hoffman Video & Photography

(Bob has promised more photos soon so be sure to check back for additional photos)

San Diego Association of Bridal Consultants 2010 Holiday Party

On Tuesday, I had the pleasure of spending the evening with my good friends at the SDABC. This years Holiday Party was hosted at my favorite venue The Prado in Balboa Park.

Ben Aguirre Photography did a great job in capturing the details of the event. Event Suppliers Inc. donated the beautiful Linens and Centerpieces. San Diego Events Lighting donated the ABC Gobo and crystal blue uplights around the Ballroom, Pink Star Design designed the menu cards and Flour Power donated the beautiful Wedding Cake (it was delicious!).

Additional ABC Sponsors not seen in the photos were Advanced Entertainment (Music & Karaoke), Strolling Tables, Euro Bar Espresso, Priceless Moments Photo Booth, Bob Hoffman Video & Photography, Glenn Currie Photography and Lounge Appeal

Top Ten Questions. Get to know ABM Wedding Photography

1. Please list the name and URL of your company

ABM Wedding Photography   -   www.abmweddingphotos.com

2. Where in San Diego are you located?

Our studio address is:  7920 Miramar Road Ste 121 San Diego CA 92126

3. What made you want to become a Wedding Professional in your field?

I fell in love with the art of documenting during my time as a photojournalist at various newspapers in San Luis Obispo County. Working as a staff photojournalist, I was constantly seeking misery and destruction for headline news. After a while it was hard to be passionate about negativity and I began my apprenticeship with one of the best wedding photography studios in Santa Barbara, Reflections Photography Studio. Wedding photography offers me a chance to make a meaningful impact on peoples lives on one of their most important days.

4.  Can you please give an example of your work and tell us a little about this photo and why it is special to you. 

 

This photo is special to me for a number of reasons.  First, the San Diego Trolley is a very iconic feature to our amazing city.  I love the frozen reflection of Petco Stadium amongst the blur of the trolley.  One of my favorite things about this photo is that I’m using a technique that most portrait photographers do not.  In fact, landscape photographers usually use it.  It is called “Motion Blur,” which is extremely slow shutter speeds with the camera on a tripod to allow the sharp Bride/Groom and the motion of the trolley to be captured.  This is an example of how I look for photographic inspiration in all types of photography.

5. During your initial consultation with a new client, what type of questions do you ask?

-I generally start by asking basic questions about their wedding.

                                -Location, guest count, colors, wedding party details, wedding themes

-I always ask what they are looking for in photography

-I like to talk about how the couple met or how he proposed to her

6. What type of services do you offer?

-Wedding, engagement and event photography

                -Flush-mount coffee table albums

                -Prints on: photographic paper, canvas and metal

                -Unlimited wedding day coverage

                -No Disc Drama (clients receive high resolution files with rights and no studio logo)

7. Do you travel outside of San Diego County?

Yes, I travel all over the globe.  In fact, I just got back from a destination wedding in the Dominican Republic last week.

8. What new trends do you see happening in your field?

I’m noticing a new trend with Tilt/Shift lenses.  This is a special lens that is predominantly used for architecture photography, which allows the focus plane to cut diagonally through the frame as opposed to parallel to the bottom of the frame.  It is a little tricky to explain, but it offers a very unique effect.  Another trend that has been around for some time but is still going strong is the use of Filters.  I’m seeing a lot of “antique” filters being used.  Photo Booths are becoming very popular now also.

9. What trends do think are on the way out?

Anything but the “Flushmount” style album is outdated.  Abuse of the “Fish-eye” lens is on the way out also.  I have a “Fish-Eye” lens, and often love the shots, but I feel it should be used appropriately.

10. What do you want Brides and Grooms know most about your company?

Our goal is to create a photo essay that blends fine-art photography, photojournalism, and casual portraits. We strive to produce a visual story of your wedding in a more emotional and artistic way. Working throughout the day with a minimum of direction and posing allows you to relax and remember your wedding as a day spent with family and friends.

ABM Wedding Photography offers unlimited hours with EVERY package and we include a disc with no Disc Drama.  We would love for you to take a look at our website/Facebook and consider ABM for your wedding photography

San Diego Soiree welcomes San Diego Events Lighting

If you really want to take your wedding or event reception from just Pretty to absolutely Amazing call San Diego Events Lighting!

San Diego Soiree is so excited to have SDEL join our event team. We all love working with Maria and her wonderful staff. Let’s let Maria tell you about her amazing company…

We are a San Diego based Lighting Company that specializes in Lighting Design and Production for Weddings, Corporate Events, and Special Events such as Quinceaneras, Bar Mitzvahs, School Dances, and any other Special Event that requires Lighting. Our Lighting company is just that a “Lighting Company”. Which means that since Lighting is the only thing we do, we have the ability to focus solely on our clients Lighting needs. Our mission is to bring a smile to our clients faces when they see their Lighting for the first time. We have a passion for what we do, and strive to have that  passion and love of Lighting, translate into beautiful Lighting Designs that our clients will  love.

We specialize in Uplighting, Custom Gobo Monograms, Centerpiece and Cake Pinspot Lighting, Backdrops with Uplights, and Outdoor Lighting such as, Market Lighting, Japanese Paper Lanterns, and String Lighting

Your wedding day is one of the most important days of your life. Make a memorable celebration of your wedding with the right lighting. Whether you want modern-chic, or elegant and warm, San Diego Events Lighting Company will make your Wedding Reception beautiful. Illuminate your wedding cake, project your names on the dance floor, and light up the walls for a visual experience you and your guests will never forget.

Market Lighting and Colorful Uplights

Pinspotting and Custom Monograms  Need to cover an element in your reception room that you dont want your geusts to see? SDEL also provides backdrops!

For more information on San Diego Events Lighting visit our website www.sandiegosoiree.com or meet Maria  at our Chula Vista Showroom

If you would like to become a member of San Diego Soiree call me at 619 723-0674. 2011 members are now being considered.

Find the Perfect Wedding Dress in San Diego

 M bride, San Diego’s premiere bridal salon, specializing in bringing the latest designers to the fashion forward bride. Their exclusive gowns combine a fusion of New York chic with Hollywood glamour. At M bride, they are redefining bridal…California style.

M bride carries a line of gowns created by world-renowned and the latest up-and-coming designers. All gowns are selected based on the designer’s commitment to artistic excellence, innovation, and service. Designer gowns range in price from $2500 to $10,000 and are made from the finest fabrics from all over the world. At M bride the possibilities are limitless!

Sweet Cheeks Bakery on Food Network

My good friends Donna and Elaine are Super Stars!

Not only do they make amazing wedding cakes, Food Network recently showcased them on “Road Tasted with the Neelys”

I’m so happy for them both, they deseved all the sweetness of  life. And I have had those Cookies, they are amazing!!!

Bree and Luke are getting Married!!

I’m so excited for Breanne Olds and Luke Rowand who are getting married on May 21, 2011 at the beautiful Rancho Bernardo Inn.

I will be working along side Nick and Brian from ABM Photography to make this day absoultely memorable.

Thank you guys for the fun Engagement photos!

Mr. and Mrs. Dan and Michelle Alderman

Planning this San Diego Wedding was so much fun! Michelle and Dan were amazing to work with, from picking the venues, designing the delicious menu and customizing the all the intricate and beautiful details. I wish Michelle and Dan a lifetime full of Love and Happiness!

Bobby and Lyndsay Earle with Bobby Earle Photography did an amazing  job with the photos! It was hard to pick just a few so I’m putting up almost everything Bobby sent me!

Ceremony: Morgan Run Resort

Reception: Power House Del Mar

Vendors:

Flowers. Tessilk Flowers

Linens. A Perfect Table

Catering. Eco Caters

Draping and Lighting. San Diego Events Lighting

Favors and Hospitality Bags. Favors To You

Ceremony Doves. Feathers From Heaven

Woody Car. Given Harrison

Assistant Coordinator. Wynn Austin