When Katherine met Jared during her freshman year at West Washington University, their chemistry extended far beyond the their shared pre-med major! Their old world courtship was highlighted by a first date where Jared brought flowers to both Katherine AND her mom! Talk about a charmer! Over the course of the next six years Katherine [...]
After many months of planning, phone calls, emails, and text messages I could not wait for Kaitrin and Jason to arrive in Las Vegas. And neither could they! Not only had they both been incredibly hands on in planning their wedding, but they were also in the midst of moves, medical residencies and exams! The [...]
Monica & Greg met at a local sports bar. She was working, and he was working on catching her eye! The two shared an instant connection and became fast friends… They share a love of travel, food, sports and laughs. Gregg told Monica that someday she would be his wife. Deep down Monica knew he [...]
With literally thousands of photos to choose from courtesy of the talented and amazing ream at Altf Photography, I had a very tough time choosing one to for our little sneak peek into the day! This embrace was from their first look, which took place in Hyde Bellagio. So much more to come…soon! Always…
My love story starts like most do. Boy meets Girl at a time least likely. Call it a happy accident, fate or just the serendipitous result of being in the right place a the right time. To this day I don’t know which it is. What I do know is that I walked into [...]
Every now and again I meet a couple that challenges me to truly push beyond the realm of my comfort and really go for something new and different. And as a wedding planner I have to say…I LOVE IT! M & J are just that kind of couple! From our first call they impressed me [...]
How much do I love helping someone propose?!? There is something so special (and even sexy!) about a man who takes charge and really uses his proposal to make a statement. Not only about himself, but about how well he knows his bride to be, and just how far he is willing to go [...]
Happy, Happy Anniversary to Celia & David! They were the first couple to be married by Andrea Eppolito Events and will forever hold a very special place in my heart! Your Beauty Call was on hand to tend to Celia’s hair & make-up, turning this already beautiful woman into an absolute stunner! The entire day [...]
How many times have you scoured Facebook, going from one friend’s page to the next, trying to see all of the pictures from someone’s wedding? Then once you hunt them all down you have to tag them, download the, organize them, blah blah blah blah blah! It’s such a pain in the, well…Let’s just say [...]
Ann Richard and Andre Farinhs often passed one another at the Las Vegas Courthouse, where each was an attorney. They typically found themselves on opposite ends of the debate at hand, sparking each other’s interest. After years of banter, a smitten Andre enlisted the help of a mutual friend to set he and Ann up [...]
As promised, I want to take a moment to share the amazing images of Olivier’s proposal to Marie-Helene, as captured by the incomparable John Michael Cooper of AltF Photography. In many ways, setting the scene for a proposal is much like designing a wedding. You need to get to know those that are embracing the [...]
It wasn’t the first time that Brian Derck and I worked on an event together. It certainly wasn’t the last time. But it was the most meaningful. June 17, 2006 Vivienne Maliwat wed Brian Derck in an intimate, personal ceremony attended by immediate family. That evening they celebrated their marriage with a dinner at Sushi [...]
Rebecca & Andrew May 20, 2012 On Sunday, May 20, 2012 Rebecca Coles wed Andrew Gullixson in a wedding “torn straight from the pages” of her Pinterest account. With a clear vision of shabby chic meets bombshell glamour, we began a planning process the California Coastline and, finally, through the desert of Nevada, and then [...]
Diane & Barry Wedding Date ~ October 20, 2012 Barry is a construction executive. Diane is a personal trainer – turned – pastry chef. He requires clean lines, precision, and order. Her fitness regime gives way to creative passions and artistic pursuits. He spends his weekdays in the office, and his weekends in the [...]
Recently I was asked to participate in a PUG Panel. PUG is the adorable acronym given to the Pictage User Group, where local photographers can meet, network, gain inspiration and advance their education. Being asked to participate in the panel was an honor, as it is your photographer who holds the key to capturing and [...]
Not your typical bridal portrait, is it? The first time I saw this photo The Mr. and I were walking through a bridal show. I was the Las Vegas Wedding Planner trying to go incognito. He was the ever supportive and patient guy I dragged along with me! I am a big lover of [...]
Margaret & Tony Pletcher January 24, 2012 Every now and then the universe lines up and everything just falls…into…place. Such was the case with Margaret and Tony, two people who had moved around one another for years and then suddenly looked up and had one of those moments that made them each say, “Oh, there [...]
Adam Trujillo Photography The photographer you chose to shoot your wedding is ultimately tasked with not only capturing your memories for you, but with showing you your wedding through a separate set of eyes. Your photographer sees not only you, but the big picture, the smallest details, and the moments in between. And so, when [...]
After enjoying their Proposal Weekend in Las Vegas, Heather and Bill wasted no time in beginning the wedding planning process. Heather, a Long Island teacher and Bill, a security specialist working in Manhattan, both continuing working part time at Lily Flanagans, the bar they met at three years earlier. And as if they were’t already [...]
Over the years I have had the pleasure of recommending Digs Studio for everything from engagement photos to weddings, maternity, and more. Originally founded in 2004 as a Las Vegas Photography company, Digs Studio has been honored since it’s inception, with awards including Wedding Photography Studio of the Year 2009 by Las Vegas Bride. Today, [...]
In my life, personally an professionally, I am consistently drawn to people who view the world through a “different” set of eyes. The ability to find an emotion or a memory in the smallest of details, and then capture and share that moment with others who may have missed it is more than a talent. [...]
This one is for the boys…Or, in some cases, the girls! I have had the extreme honor of helping a group of amazing, romantic men propose to the women they love. Setting the stage for these magical proposals has meant the world to me. What gesture is more romantic than asking someone to spend the [...]