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Now that we’re just past Valentine’s Day, I know there are lots of newly engaged couples out there!! If you’re planning a Nashville wedding, be sure to drop by CJ’s Off the Square in Historic Downtown Franklin for their BIG Open House Event this Sunday, February 22nd, 2pm – 5pm. Whether you’re looking for some great invitation ideas, or a gorgeous, intimate venue for your wedding, you don’t want to miss this event!! I know the team that runs CJ’s personally, and we’re talking nothing short of excellence! And more importantly, they’re just nice people to be around!! For the 411 on this event, Click Here.

The Oviatt Penthouse is one of Los Angeles’ architectural gems. Long the playground of Hollywood royalty, the Oviatt Penthouse is great for weddings. I like the Oviatt because the old world craftsmanship makes for some amazing backdrops. Also, the lighting sets the perfect mood for sophisticated & romantic shots.

What an amazing year it has been!  I am so fortunate to have had such incredible clients and gorgeous weddings to photograph this year.  I will be posting some of my favorite  highlights from 2008 as we wrap this  year up and perhaps the most important decision the bride and groom make besides their photographer of course (smile) is the venue.  One venue that I love love love to shoot at is The Adamson House in Malibu, CA. The Adamson House is a Malibu landmark and it makes for a GORGEOUS ocean-front wedding. This location has the rare combination of old historic charm with the beautiful southern california beach.  While they only book weddings April – October, that’s actually the perfect time of year for Malibu weddings.

[caption id="attachment_192" align="aligncenter" width="594" caption="The grounds of The Adamson House are amazing!"][/caption]

[caption id="attachment_194" align="aligncenter" width="630" caption="It doesn't get much better than a Malibu wedding reception overlooking the Pacific."][/caption]

[caption id="attachment_196" align="aligncenter" width="900" caption="The lawns at The Adamson House are spacious. Here, Sabrina & Apur catch their breath for a minute after the ceremony."][/caption] [caption id="attachment_197" align="aligncenter" width="630" caption="The Adamson House architecture is amazing, with great backdrops for portraits."][/caption]

[caption id="attachment_200" align="aligncenter" width="630" caption="I love that there are so many great spots for family formals, even with difficult lighting conditions."][/caption]

[caption id="attachment_203" align="aligncenter" width="900" caption="The grounds are big enough for a good sized reception, and plenty of room for dancing."][/caption] [caption id="attachment_204" align="aligncenter" width="900" caption="I love all of the textured areas for getting great pictures!"][/caption]

I’ve really enjoyed shooting weddings at The Adamson House. The weather always seems to be pristine, and the staff is gracious & hospitable. The last wedding I photographed at The Adamson House was Sabrina & Apur’s a few weeks ago. I recommend The Adamson House to couples looking for a gorgeous location that’s sophisticated & elegant, without being over-the-top.