The Fresh Pit

Jen and Jason's Wedding, Stonetree Golf Club, Novato

2009-12-13T22:53:00.000-08:00

Jen and Jason said their vows overlooking a magnificent view at the Stonetree Golf Club in Novato. We hung mini chandeliers with details of moss, orchids and crystals down the aisle, underneath the ceremony tent and included the bride's favorite lilies in several of the other arrangements. These images were taken by their amazing photographer Loic Nicolas. Loic captured the details of this wedding so well, I was literally drooling over his work. His composition and clean vibrant images are fabulous eye candy. I wish I could post ALL Jen and Jason's weddings photos so that you too could feel like you were a guest at their wedding! Thanks Loic for all the photos! I hope to work with you again soon!

Thank you to Jessica and Christina and my team for your help with this event!
xoxo,
Karen

Molly & Alex's Elegant and Rustic Wedding at Murietta's Well.

2009-11-25T00:04:00.000-08:00

Molly and Alex said their vows under a garland of fresh olive leaves at the romantic Murietta's Well in Livermore. The sophisticated olive leaf design was present on the invitations and menus, in the floral arrangements and as fragrant napkin treatments at each place setting. Molly and Alex found super cute miniature bottles of Olive oil to as thank you gifts for their guests too! We created half of the centerpieces in charming wooden boxes and the other half in three different sizes of glass jars. These great pictures are courtesy of their very talented photographer, Jennifer Kloss. She really captured the romance and joy of this stunning wedding.

Maria & Alvin August 1st, 2009

2009-09-11T21:15:00.000-07:00

The lovely Maria and her, now husband, Alvin are definitely one stylish duo! They showed off their sophisticated style throughout their wedding day, from the sophisticated color palette, to the elegant ballroom in the Palace Hotel. The flowers were a cool lavender to compliment the navy blue bridesmaid dresses. I loved so many of their photos, it was hard to choose! Thank you to the amazingly talented Amelia Lyon for the images. Love your work Amelia!

2009-09-11T20:47:00.001-07:00

Kandace and Andrew tied the knot at the First Unitarian Church in San Francisco on July 25th. The reception was held at the Yank Sing Rincon Center, around the amazing water feature. Thanks to Beth & Laura of Dekker for these shots!!! Cheers to you Kandace and Andrew!

Baby Shower Sophisticate

2009-07-30T00:03:00.000-07:00

When my good friend Jennifer Skog (the infamous) asked me to help with a her best friend's baby shower, I was thrilled! Our collaboration turned out to be perfect. It was no easy task, considering her best friend is an interior designer herself. That will definitely add some pressure! We were glad to have lived up to her expectations : )
It was the cutest and most sophisticated shower I've ever seen. Hope you love it!!!

Meaghan & Tony: Berkeley Rose Garden & The Cliffhouse

2009-07-29T23:42:00.000-07:00

Rochelle & Thomas' Rustic Chic Wedding

2009-06-02T21:58:00.000-07:00

Rochelle & Thomas tied the knot underneath two apple trees that were adorned with hanging chandeliers and strands of orchids. Rochelle walked down an aisle marked with the cutest little rustic jars. The Olema Inn was the perfect place for their rustic yet chic wedding. Not only was this place insanely charming, but the food is highly sought after! Every guest ordered their dinner straight off the menu and the food was freshly prepared for them within 13 minutes!

Day of Coordinator: Kelly & Company Events

Rochelle & Thomas hired Gloria Nunez to capture the big day. Thank you Gloria for these awesome images!

Joyce and Fernando's Wedding

2009-06-01T23:44:00.000-07:00

I know, I know, I haven't posted in a while! I'm playing catch up, so here are the long awaited awesome shots from Joyce and Fernando's wedding at the Fairmont Hotel in SF. Also, I failed to mention in my earlier post that the bridesmaids' hair and makeup was done by my good friends Melissa Ruiz and Christine Le Burget of Le Burget Salon in SF. Sorry ladies, shame on me! Visit the salon website to contact them and schedule an appointment for a stylish new do or a wedding consultation.

These amazing photos are courtesy of Augie Chang and Jennifer Skog!!! Thanks guys!

EYE CANDY!!!

2009-03-23T22:38:00.000-07:00

It was the cutest thing when my daughter's teacher contacted me for her daughter's wedding at Paradise Valley Golf Club. She told me that my nine year-oldmdaughter showed her my website in class! I had no idea she memorized the website address... Of course, if you're smart and want your daughter to get a good report card, you won't turn that job down! (Kidding, my daughter's a very bright girl who does extremely well in school, without much help).

The Bride, Melissa, wanted everything hot pink, black and white, and one of her favorite flowers are Stargazers. Melissa got married this past weekend and I took a few shots with my camera to share with all of you! I love her fun colors. The weather was perfect and spring is definitely in the air!

I hope you enjoy them as much as I do!

A SWEET COLLABORATION!

2009-02-20T23:49:00.000-08:00

On Valentine's Day, I was the florist and Matron of Honor for a wedding on the most romantic day we know... Joyce and Fernando had a stellar team to put together their amazing wedding. They had not one, but two of the bay area's most sought after photographers capturing their special day! A top-notch venue, wedding planner, videographer and live band!!! Check out the "teaser" from the one and only Augie Chang! I absolutely cannot wait to see and SHARE the rest! Stay Tuned!

Photographer: Augie Chang

Photographer: Jennifer Skog

Event Planner: Crystal Lequang of Amazae

Hair and Make-Up Artist: Maria Chang

Videographer: Andrew Hsu

Lighting: Elle
Band: Keith Johnson All-Stars

My favorite Weddings of 2008

2009-01-27T23:47:00.000-08:00

2008 was a great year for us! We met so many special people and made so many friends in the industry. Meeting new friends is one of the best things about this job! Of course, hanging out with old ones is just as great. I wanted to share some of my fave '08 wedding photos with y'all!

Despite today's economy, I am very grateful to still have a 2009 calender that is quickly filling up!!!