There’s just something magical about having your wedding on an island farm overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. At least that was our feeling as we travelled aboard the Woods Hole ferry with Martha’s Vineyard on the horizon. We arrived late Friday night, exhausted, after nearly 12 hours of traveling. Thankfully, we had all of Saturday to relax and explore the island. Needless to say, this included New England Clam Chowder, fish and chips and some Boston lager, among other things. At one point, we found ourselves on the deck of the Harbor View Hotel in Edgartown. We just sat there, in our rocking chairs watching the boats in the harbor for what must have been an hour. Perfection.

On Sunday, we drove across the island to the Allen Farm where we were greeted by sheep, horses, goats and a breathtaking view across the farm to the water. The ceremony was situated at the far side of a large field with the ocean as its back. When the ceremony was concluded, the wedding party led the guests in a traditional New Orleans “second line” with a 3-piece band towards the reception tent. Very unique and fun.

Since this was our very first Jewish wedding, we were very excited to film the Hora where the bride, groom and honored guests are hoisted over the dance the floor on chairs. All in all, it was an amazing wedding and weekend on the island.

Congratulations Annie & Peter!

Vendors:

Cinematography: Weddings by FortyOneTwenty
Photography: Heather Parker (Heather Parker Photography)
Venue Coordinator: Patrie Grace (With Grace)
Band: Rick Marcel & The Radiance Band
Florist: Marlene DiStefano (Island Ambiance)
Hair & Makeup: The Seaside Spa & Salon
Officiant: Rabbi David Reiner

Some weddings are just awesome. Plain and simple. Sylvia and David’s big day was exactly that. From Hotel Indigo to Balboa Park to the Ultimate Skybox, the locations were perfect with stunning vistas. Right after the ceremony, the couple provided delicious Italian gelato via a sidewalk-style push cart. Big points there. At the reception, which looks down upon Petco Park and downtown San Diego, they served heavy hor d’oeuvres in lieu of a sit down dinner. We’re big fans of that. If you can’t tell already, food is quick way to our hearts

We hope you all enjoy watching their wedding as much as we did filming it. Congratulations Sylvia & David on a beautiful wedding and new life together.

Vendors:

Cinematography: Weddings by FortyOneTwenty
Photography: Nicole Glenn (Nicole Glenn Photography)
Coordinator: Ashlyn Carter (Carter & Cook Event Company)

We began the day with Meghan & Andrew, each getting ready in their respective suites at the elegant St. Regis Resort at Monarch Beach. Once the two of them were prepped, the party moved over to St. Timothy Catholic Church in Laguna Niguel for the ceremony. With the ceremony concluded and Meghan & Andrew officially wedded, we all headed back to the St. Regis for cocktails and appetizers. During this hour, the guests were treated to an awesome performance by a pair of very talented Indian dancers, the Belly Twins. All this overlooked the Grand Lawn where the reception would be taking place. We were particularly excited about this because we’ve never shot a reception on the Grand Lawn and this one was absolutely stunning (courtesy of the talented ladies at Details Details)!

I think the highlight of the evening though was the surprise performance of The Spazmatics, “the ultimate new wave 80′s show.” Musically, these guys are crazy talented. Entertainment-wise, they are AMAZING. They’ve now moved to the top of our list for wedding bands! Good choice Meghan

Congratulations Meghan & Andrew! We wish you both the very best!

Vendors:

Cinematography: Weddings by FortyOneTwenty
Coordinator: Jeannie Savage (Details Details)
Photographer: Caroline Tran (Caroline Tran Photography)
Florals: Sunny Ravanbach (White Lilac Inc)
Lighting: Michael Seavey (Shine Lighting)
DJ: Peter Papadopolous (Vive Inc)
Reception Band: The Spazmatics
Ceremony Band: Bella Musica
Hair & Makeup: Jaimi Brooks (Fiore Beauty)
Makeup: Nicole DeAnne (Nicole DeAnne Bridal Hair & Makeup)
Cake: Filligree Cakes
Venue: Kelly Odell (St. Regis Monarch Beach)

Not only did we just hear an outpouring of love and support from their friends, but Lilian & John simply radiate these qualities to those around them. Combine their presence with a beautiful setting like the St. Regis and its impossible not to create a wedding to remember.

Congratulations Lilian & John! We wish you a beautiful life together!

Vendors:

Cinematography: Weddings by FortyOneTwenty
Photography: Victor & Christy (Victor Sizemore Photography)
Coordinator: Ruth Wang (Behind the Scene)
Makeup: Grace Lin (Grace Lin Make Up)
Florist: Fantasy Floral Design
Venue: Annie King (St. Regis Monarch Beach)
DJ: Jack Hou (TMMPRO)
Officiant: Geoff Guthner

With all the traveling, it’s nice to shoot a wedding in San Diego every now and then! Even though it’s practically our backyard, this was our first time shooting at the Westin in Horton Plaza. And then the Immaculata is always a beautiful locale for the ceremony. In both cases, we weren’t disappointed! Jonelee & Ryan put together an amazing day, culminating with the premiere of this same-day edit at the reception.

Congratulations Jonelee & Ryan! We wish you both the very best!

Vendors:

Cinematography: Weddings by FortyOneTwenty
Photographer: Aaron Feldman (True Photography)
DJ: 101 Party Productions
Florist: Sheri Mae Boore (Designs by Sheri Mae)
Coordinators: Emy Rivera & Michele Escabedo

We met up with Aimi & John that morning at the Renaissance Club Sport in Irvine. While Aimi did hair & makeup with her girls, John and his guys geared up for some dodge ball action down in the hotel’s gym. Unfortunately, when we got there, there no appropriate balls available. They could have used basketballs balls but I’m sure that would quickly have gotten ugly! So, they ended up shooting some hoops and then heading back upstairs to get dressed up.

Next, we all headed west out to [seven-degrees] in Laguna Beach where the ceremony and reception would be held. Once Aimi had her dress on, we wandered out back and up some terraces on the hillside to a beautiful first look location overlooking the ceremony site. After that it was the ceremony, followed by a small tea ceremony, then the cocktail hour and reception. Lighting at the reception was crazy! In a good way. The energy the whole night was absolutely fantastic and really brought the whole crowd together for one awesome night.

Congratulations Aimi and John!

Vendors:

Venue: Keviann Lee ([seven-degrees])
Cinematography: Weddings by FortyOneTwenty
Photographer: Sarah Chen (Sara K Chen Photography)