A Timeless Celebration: A Classic Los Angeles Wedding at Hillcrest Country Club
Nestled in the heart of Los Angeles, Hillcrest Country Club is a venue that effortlessly blends tradition with modern luxury. Its lush, green golf course, stately architecture, and panoramic views of the surrounding hills create the perfect backdrop for a wedding that’s both elegant and unforgettable. For this couple, Hillcrest wasn’t just a beautiful venue—it was a place deeply tied to their personal stories. Both the bride and groom had grown up with Hillcrest as a part of their lives, making it the clear choice for where they wanted to say, “I Do!”
As a seasoned event planner herself, the bride, alongside her mom—owner of Hold the Date Events—ensured every detail was meticulously thought out to create an extraordinary celebration. Their keen eye for design and attention to detail transformed the entire event into a breathtaking experience. From a private golf course tour to a sunset ceremony beneath a stunning flower-filled chuppah, the day was a true reflection of their vision and style.
The ceremony was a picture of elegance, with guests taking in the gorgeous views of the hills as the couple exchanged vows. The chuppah, adorned with fresh florals, served as the perfect symbol of their love and commitment. As the sun set, casting a warm glow over the landscape, the couple’s ceremony was nothing short of magical.
Following the ceremony, the reception at Hillcrest’s grand ballroom was nothing less than spectacular. The Red Hot Band kept the energy high, with a packed dance floor that showed no signs of slowing down. From the first dance to the final song, the celebration was filled with laughter, love, and unforgettable moments.
And, because no epic affair is complete without a fun twist, the couple capped off the night with a crowd-pleasing In-N-Out truck for the after-party. Guests indulged in the late-night snacks, fueling their energy for the after party that went till early morning.
Vendors
Associate Photographer - Tanya Caycedo
Associate Photographer - Amanda Papandrea
A Quiet Moment/Los Angeles Wedding
As a photographer that has had the honor to capture over a hundred weddings, I've had the pleasure of capturing countless precious moments between brides, grooms, and their loved ones. But one particular photo from a recent wedding really melts my heart!
I had the dress and shoes set up to take a detail shot, when this little sweetie came walking over to investigate.
My own daughter is getting ready to be a Flower Girl in May and I can just see in this picture, the excitement of the day.
As a photographer, capturing the quietest moments is the greatest gift I can give my clients: the power to relive their day, again and again.
Los Angeles Host, Actor and Gamer, Josh Saleh, ROCKS!
Josh Saleh is a professional host, actor, gamer and dog dad! As a host Josh has worked with Marvel Entertainment, Disney, Amazon, Microsoft, UMG, Adorama, East Meet East, and Minute Media. Josh hosts Marvel Let's Play, where he interviews, plays with and showcases Marvel talent, game developers, and fans.
He is a force and so incredible to work with. Look him up and see his magic!! https://www.joshsaleh.com
Atlanta based Tzipporah Gerson-Miller and the deep work of Dance Therapy!
Tzipporah is not only a dear friend from college, she is a clinical social worker and therapist using dance as a medium for deep inner healing. To say I am inspired by her is an understatement.
Using dance in therapy a unique and creative way to express emotions and explore the body’s relationship with the mind. Dance therapy is a type of psychological therapy which uses movement and dance to help people overcome emotional, physical, and psychological challenges. It is a powerful form of therapy that can help people of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities.
In her words, “I use a unique blend of somatic, dance/movement and yoga therapy, as well as EMDR to create an integrative approach toward mental and physical well-being. Somatic awareness, movement, meditation, breath-work, postural analysis, movement, CBT, and the exploration of daily routines and lifestyle habits will be used to guide your care.
I have a deep passion for helping others to integrate past traumas and harms that have created unhealthy lifestyle patterns, loss of meaning and purpose, and mood disorders that hinder one’s ability to connect to their joy, inner peace, and self-compassion.”
Her studio is in Marietta, GA and you can find out more about her services here. Wise Woman Embodied (470) 354-1613
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/tzipporah-gerson-miller-marietta-ga/330576
Atlanta Baby it's all in the Tiny Details
Here in Atlanta, if you’re looking to capture the sweet innocence of a baby in a timeless way, a white backdrop is the perfect choice.
White backdrops create a neutral space that allows the focus to be solely on the details of a baby – the tiny toes, the delicate lashes, the soft and sweet expressions. When photographing a baby on a white backdrop, the goal is to make the details of a baby stand out so that you can hold onto them and treasure them/
Shannon O'Dowd gets updated Portraits
We love Shannon! We’ve been photographing quite a few of her friends recently and it was so nice to see her in-person yesterday! Here are a few of our favorite shots.
Maternity with a side of Smoke Bomb
Karen and Alex came to me with an incredible idea of Holi on the beach in Redondo. Unfortunately, it was a little bit too close to their due date, so we had a make-believe Holi with SMOKE BOMBS!
Bright to Bold Portraits
We captured an array of bright, fresh, and fun photos to dark, bold, and HOT portraits. Just wait for it! Thanks for stopping by the studio, Justin!
Natalie and Will Sperling
Natalie and Will Sperling had their B’nai Mizvah yesterday. What a sweet, sweet family. We were even blessed with some unusual southern California weather! Here are some of my favorites.
Ari Frenkel gets his close up
Ari is the funniest fella! He came in for some entertaining editorial-style photos and we had an absolute blast. He has a hilarious YouTube channel, Click Here if you want to take a look.
Sara Thompson
Sarah is starting up a consulting and coaching practice and needed new photos. Her pup didn't mind jumping in a few, either.
Adam and Rachel - SURPRISE!
Rachel thought she was going to a "test shoot" with LA Weekly for a photoshoot about couples dating in the 21st century. She was told she and all of her friends and family joining would receive compensation for helping LA Weekly, like a Focus Group type of thing. We had a Hair and Make up Artist and also my Studio Manager, Lindsay, doing behind the scene video. All of her best friends and family had their photoshoot and I asked them questions about their dating life (you know, pretending I am the LA Weekly Photoshoot and Interviewer).
Adam and Rachel's turn for the big surprise!
Finally, I told them to close their eyes and inch forward slowly into a kiss when Adam dropped a knee! When she opened her eyes, it suddenly became one of the best days of her life.
Christina's Pretty Mugs
Christina is an improv comedian and is soo talented! (let alone drop-dead beautiful!) She wanted some new photos so we had a blast at the 5443 creating magic.
Gabe gets ready for his Bar Mitzvah
Gabe has his Bar Mitzvah coming up so we wanted to get out and get some casual shots before the big day. It was the most beautiful day. Also, look at that LA backdrop!
Courtney & Sabrina - Savannah Wedding
Courtney & Sabrina tied the knot in beautiful Savannah. I had the pleasure of documenting their incredible day. Just loooook at these sweethearts.
Madison Conklin
Madison is a powerhouse! She is a TV/Entertainment host and overall total rockstar. You can find her on Twitter HERE to see all the rockstar things she is up to.
