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los angeles biltmore wedding by joy marie | afsoun + jonathan

08.16.2010

When I met Afsoun and Jonathan, I was so moved by their incredible dedication to their faith, and to each other. Their recent wedding, held at the historic Biltmore Hotel in Downtown Los Angeles, was perhaps one of the most intense and beautiful ceremonies that I have ever witnessed! According to Jewish Orthodoxy, traditionally, the bride and groom have never touched each either until meeting under the Chupah. Such was the case with Afsoun and Jonathan. Their beautiful Persian traditions, combined with an overwhelming celebration at the reception, made this wedding so emotional and touching! And to top it off, Jonathan prayed an amazing blessing over me before I left. What a gift!! Thank you Afsoun & Jonathan! It was truly an honor to have been a part of this special day!

[caption id="attachment_2751" align="aligncenter" width="900" caption="Isn't Afsoun GORGEOUS!?!"][/caption]

[caption id="attachment_2760" align="aligncenter" width="900" caption="My favorite moment! Afsoun & Jonathan on their way to the Yichud room, which is reminiscent of the Patriarch Isaac bringing his bride, the Matriarch Rebecca, into his home! Intense!!"][/caption] [caption id="attachment_2765" align="aligncenter" width="900" caption="The INCREDIBLE Moshav Band!"][/caption]

[caption id="attachment_2774" align="aligncenter" width="900" caption="LOVE this moment! Just before Afsoun walked down the aisle."][/caption]

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los angeles biltmore wedding by joy marie | lauren + david

07.01.2010

Wow, Lauren & David had such an incredible wedding! These two have such a sweet and honest love for each other. The way David looks at Lauren is enough to melt your heart! I found myself smiling all day just knowing that these two wonderful people have found each other, and will be spending the rest of their lives together. Their fabulous ceremony and reception were held at the regal Biltmore Hotel in downtown Los Angeles. It was a day where I was able to witness a couple confirming their deep love, and watch the joining of two wonderful families. Lauren & David, I’m honored to have been part of such a monumental occasion! I’m so grateful to my incredible client, and now friend, Candace Lee, for connecting me with Lauren & David.

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HORA!!!!
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A big thanks to all of the wonderful vendors who helped make this day so special:

Dress: Reem Acra

Shoes: Christian Louboutin

Hair: Rachel Savoy & Andrea Covell

Make-up: Inbal Neer

Florist: Spring Flowers

Catering: Biltmore Hotel

Coordinator: Christina Molina

Officiant: Rabbi Richard Spiegel

Music: Chuck Wansley Band

Videography: Ronnie from Sketch Cinema

Cake: Nancy Kay’s Confections

Invitations: Jam Invitations

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malibu wedding by joy marie | amber + rufus | xanadu estate

06.18.2010

Amber & Rufus were married at his family’s magnificent Malibu Estate, Xanadu. Yes, the same Xanadu named after the 80′s movie starring Olivia Newton-John, who also previously owned the estate. The day was pure perfection! The ceremony was BEAUTIFUL, as Amber & Rufus recited  sweet and moving vows overlooking the Pacific. Gorgeous chandeliers hung from the trees overhead, which provided a seamless transition from the beach ceremony into a vibrant, red reception that screamed ELEGANCE! Mindy Weiss Party Consultants did a phenomenal job transforming the estate into the perfect venue for a  storybook wedding.  I just love how this day was such an amazing reflection of Amber & Rufus’ personal styles. In addition to being gorgeous, these two are incredibly giving, and probably some of the nicest people you will ever meet. Amber & Rufus, I’m so glad our paths crossed. Thank you for allowing me to be a part of such a spectacular day!!

[caption id="attachment_2516" align="aligncenter" width="720" caption="LOVE!!"][/caption]

[caption id="attachment_2517" align="aligncenter" width="900" caption="Amber's Christian Louboutin's signed by, yes, Christian Louboutin!"][/caption]

[caption id="attachment_2536" align="aligncenter" width="540" caption="the incredibly GORGEOUS...Amber!"][/caption] [caption id="attachment_2535" align="aligncenter" width="630" caption="their turtle 'Timmy' displaying Amber's Jimmy Choo dancing shoes...yes, he's real!!"][/caption]

A HUGE thanks to all of the wonderful vendors who helped make this day so special:

Planning – Amy Bird Shapiro for Mindy Weiss Party Consultants

Make-up – Thierry Pourtoy

Hair – Valerie of Cristophe Beverly Hills

Flowers – Mark Held of Mark’s Garden

Music - Impulse of West Coast Music

Lighting – Images By Lighting

Dress & Veil – Carolina Herrera

Shoes – Jimmy Choo & Christian Louboutin

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junebug weddings | world’s best wedding photographers | hotlist

06.05.2010

I am so honored to be included on the Junebug Weddings World’s Best Wedding Photographers Hotlist, among some incredibly talented photographers.  Junebug chose an image of one of my favorite Russian brides, Julie, as the opener for their Fashion Report. The Junebug Ladies are up to some INCREDIBLE things! If you’re a bride planning a fabulous wedding, be sure to check them out!!

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san francisco city hall wedding slideshow by joy marie | anjali & girish

05.22.2010

You may remember Anjali & Girish’s San Francisco City Hall Wedding from a few weeks back. It was an amazing day with an extraordinary couple! I wanted to share their slideshow with you. This is why I love doing weddings from all different cultures! Enjoy!

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