Linda + Liam

vows via instagram

Nestled above the hills of Sonoma lies an amazing piece of property called Moon Mountain Retreat. This is where Liam and Linda said their vows in front a small group of friends any family - and it was beautiful! They had a bluegrass duo playing some jams, amazing paella (from Paella del Reyes), and gorgeous views of the sun setting in the valley. I was so lucky to be a part of their special day!

I loved her short dress!

Caroline + Brian

A beautiful day! Photo by the talented Allison Andres

When my friend and former colleague Caroline told me that her and Brian were engaged and wanted me to be their coordinator, I was beyond ecstatic! These two are such a fun and adventurous couple. They chose the South End Rowing Club in San Francisco as their venue (which also happens to be a place Brian hangs out/goes swimming in the icy cold bay!) It's a fun and quirky little space, with old photos of swimmers and rowers and Bay Area nostalgia. The best part (besides the bride and groom?) - the amazing views of the Golden Gate and Alcatraz. It was truly a perfect, clear, San Francisco day. Congrats friends!

photo by Allison Andres

photo by Allison Andres

 

Check out more photos here!

M + D

These 2 beautiful friends of mine got married this weekend in Santa Cruz. The weather gods parted the clouds, the sun was shining bright, and the cool ocean breeze kept everyone happy. It was glorious, if I do say so myself. Can't wait to see the photos! And congrats Mike and Dee!! xoxo

 

 

engagement photos - courtesy of Jamey Thomas

ceremony - courtesy of my instagram :)

Care packages

Don't get me wrong, I love technology - Facebook, Twitter, blogging, Instagram - you name it, I probably use it. However, nothing beats a good old fashioned hand written letter and care package (especially if it comes from a client). Thanks so much Xenia, for brightening my day!!

I'm a nominee!

I'm very excited to share with you all that J. Jasper Events is a nominee for Rory Gordon Photo's first ever Video Scholarship (check out the link here)! She is giving away one free video essay per year to a small business, because she's also a small business owner and has been helped by many folks along the way. If I win, I will get a video essay that is basically a promotional video to be used on my website. As Rory says, "it's a window into a business, more that what the products are." I'm just super excited because I feel that the energy and passion I have for events isn't portrayed online the way I want it to be. I want people to be able to see me in action, problem solving with my clients, directing folks, and having a cheerful smile along the way. Keep your fingers crossed for me!!

check it out here!!

Xenia and Lance

The vows

Last weekend I had the pleasure of coordinating Xenia and Lance's wedding, held at the Old Homestead in Crockett. The Old Homestead is this great old house right across the street from the C& H Factory in Crockett, with a huge grass yard and a beautiful deck under the redwoods. It's also right near the train tracks
which allowed for some amazing shots (John + Louise did a fantastic job! - check out their preview here!)

Lance and Xenia are so mellow (and organized!), and I had a great time working with the both of them. Xenia spent a lot of time making the decor, and was able to use a lot of her mom's antique furnishings which made it very unique.

my favorite - the cake table!

Congrats again, Xenia and Lance!

Amber & Dan - Awesome engagement photos

Amber and Dan are such a fun couple - they love beer, games, and hanging out. What's not to love about them? Their engagement photos by dkweddings totally captured their fun spirits. I'm really looking forward to their September wedding at Joaquin Miller Community Center in Oakland. Check out the full post here!