Brenda & Jim Celebrate at the Japanese Friendship Garden
Brenda and Jim held their wedding ceremony and reception at the beautiful Japanese Friendship Garden in Balboa Park in San Diego. I was ecstatic when Jim let me know he was engaged to be married! Jim has been in my Running Club for years and I have gotten to know him well. What began early on in the planning process as a “simple” gathering amongst family & friends turned into a wonderful arrangement of good food, song, dance, lighting and atmosphere – and Jim...
Read MoreRyan & Erin’s Wedding at Cannon’s Dana Point
Ryan and Erin held their seaside wedding at the wonderful Cannon’s Restaurant in Dana Point, CA with high views of the pacific, overlooking the harbor full of sailboats and public parks. It was a great celebration with half of the guests from the “East Coast” while the other half from the “West Coast”. Ryan & Erin were referred from a past couple, Mike & Alison – the best kind of work (Erin’s parents were at a wedding I worked a few years...
Read MoreStep & Repeat Banner for Livestrong Fundraiser
Last year, we designed and printed a Step & Repeat Banner for the regional Livestrong Foundation for their first annual Swing Fore Yellow fundraiser. The successful event was on for round two so we were called back to assist in installing it and provide the rental stands and equipment. The event was held at the beautiful grounds of the Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club. The event was a huge success and we look forward to working with them in the future! Step & Repeat Banner...
Read MoreHow to make a Gobo Monogram
Gobos and Gobo Monogram lighting have become extremely popular over the years and to no surprise – they can add a huge “wow factor” to your event in regards to custom lighting. A “gobo” is either a pattern or custom design that is shined onto a particular surface. They’re not simple, or cheap either and getting your dreams to reality takes a bit of planning, resources, expertise and knowledge. A complete gobo or gobo monogram projection consists of...
Read MoreLindsey & Dru’s Balboa Park Wedding
The Prado in Balboa Park is one of San Diego’s most popular wedding venue and there’s little question as to why. Dru & Lindsey held their celebration in style and it was a great one! They were referred by a past couple, Heath & Alexis who were present at the wedding – always great to see past clients! The ceremony was on-site at the Casa Del Rey Moro Gardens where we helped with the Ceremony Sound System, followed by a Cocktail Hour in the Fountain Courtyard...
Read MoreCustom Lighting is a Top Wedding Tip for 2012
Krystel Tien, owner of Couture Events San Diego feels that Lighting is one Top Five Wedding Styling Tips for 2012, and we couldn’t agree more! Krystel writes: “Lighting is the single best way to transform any venue from ordinary to extraordinary! In 2012 creative lighting will take precedence in the wedding decor and budget. We will be seeing more chandeliers, up-lighting, gobos, market lights, and candles, all of which help create an incredible ambiance for your guests...
Read MoreAllan and Alison’s Hilton Torrey Pines Wedding
Allan and Alison celebrated their all-inclusive wedding day at the Hilton Torrey Pines in La Jolla, CA. The wedding ceremony was outside an the Parterre Garden followed by a Cocktail Hour inside the Foyer of the Grande Ballroom. We helped light up the room with Blue Uplighting along with a Custom Gobo Monogram that was also further highlighted with custom surrounding light effects. It really made the otherwise empty air wall really stand out – good thing since the focus point was...
Read MoreStep & Repeat Banner for Estancia Hotel & Spa, La Jolla
The Estancia Hotel & Spa of La Jolla held a grand re-opening event after the successful acquisition by Pacific Hospitality Group (PHG). With all big events, a Step & Repeat Banner can really enhance the atmosphere and provide a fun yet classy way for guests to have their snapshot taken. The banner was strategically setup just past the main lobby entry so guests could have their picture taken right away, yet the placement didn’t clog up the flow of guests. Step & Repeat...
Read MoreScott & Greer’s Picture Teaser
This is temporary blog post for Scott & Greer’s wedding held at Wien’s Family Cellars! It was awesome working with them, and helping make their wedding day fun and memorable! Formal write-up coming soon!!
Read MoreSophie & Renwick’s Island Palms December Wedding
Sophie & Renwick held their small, intimate December wedding at the Island Palms Hotel & Marina in San Diego and didn’t hold back on anything! It was just a few days after the Christmas Holiday which made it a perfect way to celebrate with family and close friends. The late December weather was nearly perfect, although the winds coming off of the adjacent harbor made for a chilly, but memorable ceremony held at the Sunset Garden. The ceremony concluded with a Dove Release...
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