{brandon | bar mitzvah | valencia}

I can't believe how fast time flies by. It feels like just last month we photographed Brandon's older brother, Matt's Bar Mitzvah. Since that was in 2010, I would say we are well past a month, lol. And omg I can't believe how big Matt has gotten. Amazing how they seem to spout up overnight! Brandon has grown so much and did such a wonderful job reading the Torah, hard to believe he was just a little kid a few years back. It was such a pleasure to work with the Witkin family again. They are adorable and one of our favorite families! I still can't get over how big and grown up the boys are getting. One of my favorite things about the Witkin's is the relationship they have with each other, so sweet to see them interact and love each other as you can see below. Brandon's Bar Mitvah theme was games, how cool! Games ranged from old arcade games like PacMan and blah blah to the Wii and PlayStation. Love the mix of vintage and modern. Way to go mom! ;-) It was great to see all the kids and adults having such a great time. Mazel Tov Brandon! Glad to have been part of such a special event!

{dylan 1st birthday | event | south coast botanic garden}

I am thrilled to announce our new event coverage package for birthday parties, bridal showers, baby showers and many other events.

Our first coverage is of adorable baby Dylan who turned 1! This fun filled circus themed party was inspired by one of Dylan’s favorite books “If I Ran the Circus,” by Dr. Seuss. An amazing DIY party pulled together by Mina, Jen (Nunn Better Design), and many more friends held at South Coast Botanic Garden. The remarkable desserts were provided by My Sweet & Saucy Shop, and, as always, they outdid themselves. All the signage, place-cards, and printouts were designs from a birthday party pack, and Jen generously customized all the additional signage. David, the balloon twister, stole the show and had guests, young and old alike, following him around. As guests entered they voted on the Doljabi game, a Korean tradition for a baby's 1st year, said to predict their future. Guests choose between Money – wealth, Book – education, Yarn – long life, and Rice – never go hungry. At the close of the party all four items were placed in front of Dylan and the one he chose would predict his future! After much deliberation on the part of the birthday boy he selected Money!

It was a blast photographing the amazing party and Mina did a great job putting it all together. Thanks for having us a part of your special day.

Picnic Tables: Mckinsey’s Nursery
Catering: CherryStones Grill & Grotto in Gardena
Balloons: LA Balloons in Glendale
Head Table and Sweet Table linens: Vini’s Party rentals
Buffet Table and sign-in table linen and skirts: Party City
Desserts and birthday cake: My Sweet & Saucy Shop
Birthday Cake stand: Rental from My Sweet & Saucy Shop
Invitation: The Candy Tree
Balloon Twister: David Nguyen
Mason Jars with Perforated Daisy design: Peak Candle
Stripe Paper Straws: Etsy
Photobooth props: Etsy