Thursday, September 25, 2008

The Outlaws

Okay, so they didn't break any laws..but could you find a more aptly named couple than Jessie & James. Jessie (Jessica) was the maid of honor when I covered her sister's wedding in 2006. Now it was her sister's turn to return the favor. Keep an eye out for the beautiful baby being wheeled up the aisle. The bride is also a new auntie!
The location was beautiful and serene Carmel Valley, the Community Church of Monterey and Rancho Canada. A fork in the road leads you to "Play" by turning left, or "Pray" by turning right. Sweet!
Tunes and MC duties were aptly handled by DJ Steve Prelsnik, of Rock Bottom Mobile DJ's. John, from Laura Frost Photography kept a keen eye on the action and captured the bride and grooms joyous day. It's great working with such an easy-going team.

Jessie/James from Oren on Vimeo.

Thursday, September 18, 2008

California Fusion

While we often associate California with 'fusion cuisine', there is another kind of fusion I have been witness to since moving here a dozen years ago. The melding of two (or more) cultures. Just as the Romans did with their expansion from England to Egypt, when they came across a new civilization, they didn't seek to erase it...but to incorporate the best elements into their own.

Likewise, the marriage of Latika and Gianluca is a just such a blending. India and Italy...the Tarrantella and Bangara. Hosted by Nestledown, in the beautifully serene Santa Cruz Mountains..this one was a feast for the senses. Superbly executed by Nicole D'Ambra Wedding Consulting, there was beauty in all the details. Family came from near...and very far to help these two celebrate a wonderful new type of California fusion.