Francesca and Eric are one of the sweetest couples we have ever worked with. They are so our people. We love them. Can we be friends?
Oh, the wedding. Yeah. It was amazing. Beautiful. Lovely. Rockinrollin.
And, Eric? He’s kinda famous. Eric Bress is a screenwriter, film director and producer, probably best known for the Final Destination series and The Butterfly Effect. And, he’s the nicest guy you’ll ever meet.
Perfectly planned (and referred by) one of our most wonderful coordinator pals, Uyen Nguyen from Sassy Girl Weddings & Events!

Sassy Girl Weddings & Events
Kelly Zhang Makeup and Hair Studio
Commerce Flowers
g2audioandlighting
Next Exit Photography
Studio West Video
Rockstar Photobooth
Fusion Linens
Sweet and Saucy Shop
Angelica Strings
Rabbi Barry

A lovely, descriptive blog entry from the couple’s indispensable wedding planner, Alexandra Rembac-Goldberg of Sterling Engagements, was a wonderful treat! She really rocked this wedding and we can’t wait to work with her again next month.

“I was introduced to Tracy and Kramer by past clients who were long time friends of Tracy’s.  We connected at the end of May to plan their December wedding.  In just six short months we planned their organic elegance wedding.  When we first met they described their perfect venue as aged with character and a gorgeous structure.  I immediately suggested Vibiana as its history and glamour seemed like the perfect fit.
Tracy and Kramer both work hard and when they aren’t working, they’re either traveling or enjoying great food and wine amongst each other or with friends.  Keeping this in mind, I knew we had to pair them with a caterer that understood what a true foodie bride and groom would appreciate on their special day.  Steve Fortunato of Room Forty was the ideal fit to assist them with a top-shelf dinner for their day.  Once we selected their venue and caterer, all the additional details just flowed effortlessly.
Tracy worked with a family friend at Paper Pushers to design their amazing wedding invitations which displayed a photo of her maternal grandparents on their wedding day.  This was one of my favorite details from her day.
For the design, it was important to both Tracy and Kramer to create something modern and organic but still rustic with an elegant undertone.  Susan from Peony and Plum designed the most gorgeous centerpieces incorporating succulents, orchids, garden roses, scabiosa pods, seeded eucalyptus and more.  They were set in beautiful wood boxes and paired with candles.  They really wanted a natural look as the space itself is so gorgeous they didn’t want to compete with it but rather enhance it.  The amazing lighting Amber Event Productions assisted us with really took it to another level as well.
When it came to who would document the day, it was really important to Tracy and Kramer that they selected a team that not only took amazing photos, but also focused on capturing natural candids, as this was a priority.  When Cat and Adi of Next Exit Photography and Camron of New Classic Films were selected, I was elated as they both are two of my favorites to document a day.
There was a conversation during the planning process where Tracy and I discussed the day.  I remember telling her at that moment that her wedding day would be warm, magical, exceedingly special, filled with love, good friends and family.  Looking back, Tracy and Kramer’s day was just that and I am so honored I was able to be a part of it. ” — Alex

Additional vendors we love: Mariah Nicole Makeup & Hair Artistry, DJ Nahchey, Classic Party Rentals and Mobile Photo Booth

We were very excited when the sister (Desiree) of a former Next Exit groom (Arash) contacted us to shoot her wedding.
It’s always a huge honor to be invited to shoot a wedding, but even more so when it is our second wedding for the same family!!
The thing that I remember most about this beautiful Jewish Persian wedding (other than the fantastic couple) was the never-ending displays of food! Literally, there were like 17 different meals in a 6-hour period, all equally fabulous. Slurp!
Every now and again, Adi and I make a special connection with one of our clients, and in this case, Desiree and Dane are no exception.
You can often find the four of us out on date night exploring the culinary Mecca that is Los Angeles. (specifically AYCE Korean BBQ in K-Town!)

ambassador mansions & gardens / sylvia noland coordination
Next Exit Photography
makeup and hair shellena gonzalez
simon’s caterers
rentals/lighting dolphin party rentals
bouvardia flowers
daniel boswell videography
dress san patrick
honeymoon le meridien bora bora 

Alexis was a very caring, hands-on Bride. The kind of Bride who dreams about her wedding day being more than perfect in every way.
Her Groom, James, was so sweet and kind, they made a perfect team at their very perfect wedding! (It rocked.)
Liz at Shutters always makes everything so easy and beautiful. The view from the ground floor event space is so divine, watching all the beach goers stroll by…

A lovely email from the bride. “Hi Cat!…We’re so glad to have had you and Adi photograph our wedding. This was the first time many of our family members and friends had been to California to visit us and having them captured so beautifully is really special to us.”

The pleasure was all ours!

Saint Monica Catholic Church
Shutters on the Beach
Next Exit Photography
Day of Coordinator: Planning Forever Memories
Cake Divas (vegan cake)
DJ: Ryan Damron of Just Dance Events
Flowers: Karen Donovan
Escort Cards, Vegan Starfish Cookie Favors, Menus: Pastry Tart Bakery Programs: Jonathan Ventura
Guest Book Poster: Modern Keepsake   Love Bird Cake Topper: Cinnamon Birds
Dress: Maggie Sottero Hair: Sara Paige of Sweet 9
Shoes: Good Will

I have known the bride’s family my whole life, so being a part of this huge celebration was more than special!
Stacy and David live and work in New York City, but they celebrated their wedding at the always perfect Adamson House on Malibu Beach.
The sand and surfers, just a stones throw away from the dancefloor, is an exquisite backdrop for a late summer SoCal wedding.

Coordination, Décor and Florals, Trisha Haner, The Hidden Garden Floral Design
Town and Country Rentals
Next Exit Photography
Isabel Cinémathèque
MakeUp Therapy, Tara Dowburd-Luftman
Debois Entertainment
Rabbi Steven Reuben

Working with Kristina and Clarence over the last year was superb.
Although the couple was often on the go, we managed to find the time to do a skype meeting introduction and then a fabulous engagement session in Downtown.
You’ll see that they put so much heart into their wedding…it really showed.
And, who could resist a fully choreographed, friend produced, super surprise dance floor flash mob! It was beyond their wildest dreams. xoxo
Wedding Coordinator: LanAnh of Mele Amore
St Denis Catholic Church
The Waterfront Resort, a Hilton Resort in Huntington Beach
Next Exit Photography
Makeup & Hair Joyce Castaneda Simply Sweet Cakery
Rentals & Lighting Chiavari Chair Rentals DJ Roldan Stamik Productions Flowers Parasol of Design Ponderosa Films
Dress Enzoani Shoes Christian Louboutins Tuxedo Hugo Boss
Sweets Bar Popcorn Popcornopolis
Etsy Stuff Tandem Bike Cake Topper Thumbprint Guestbook Straws Save the Dates 
Logo Design by Tammie Le  Sakura Paper Co.

I can never get enough of sweet thank you emails the very week of the wedding! I get all faklempt.
“Adi, Cat… We, as well as our families and friends, wanted to share how much we enjoyed your company on Saturday night! … We got so many compliments about you guys throughout the evening.
We’ll definitely recommend you to friends and family in LA and in SF (as well as NYC and DC). Please feel free to use us as a reference, if needed.”
and, then, another one after the Facebook teasers!!
“Thanks for posting a few photos from our wedding. They look AMAZING! We’ve shown them to friends and family and they can’t stop complimenting your work.”
love, Dara & Matt” (from San Francisco!)

Oye!! These two are such sweethearts and we truly LOVED being a part of their day.
Many thanks to rockstar wedding planner extraordinaire, Mary Sushinski, for making their day perfection. Love you, Mar!

Coordination by Mary Sushinski, Occasions
Calamigos Burbank
Fifth Avenue Orchestra and Entertainment
Cake Porto’s
Flowers By Leah
Bliss Makeup Artistry 

I remember not long ago receiving this lovely email from the bride-to-be after her engagement session with Adi:
Hi Cat, Just wanted to let you guys at Next Exit know that Mark and I had so much fun at our engagement shoot this week at the Santa Monica Pier. Anyone that knows me will tell you that I am such a nervous person. Whether it’s taking a exam, starting a new school year with my students, or going to a doctors appointment, I always hate the experience because I get so nervous. But the engagement session was a breeze. Adi relaxed both of us and made Mark and I feel like we had known him for years. We both felt comfortable and the hour seemed to fly by. We are both looking forward to the wedding and feel so much more comfortable now that we know for sure we hired the perfect photographer for us. Can’t wait to see how the pictures turned out!

After receiving that email, we were over the moon!
Well, the results are in, and the couple were true rock stars on their wedding day at the Four Seasons Westlake Village.
Their wedding was so stunningly decorated by Laurel Szeto (wait until you see the entire ballroom draped with fabric!) and our good friends at Hidden Garden made the exquisite tablescape beyond imagination.

Four Seasons Westlake Village
Flowers Hidden Garden 
Coordinator/Designer Laurel & Party Inc
Décor Premier Party Rents
Lighting The Lighter Side
DJ Check One 2 Entertainment

Alice and Tango had a gorgeous beach wedding at the Huntington Hyatt in Huntington Beach, CA. This is definitely one of my favorite venues in the area. So much so that I referred her to the site when she was having issues with the one that she had previously booked.
We always do the happy dance when we get to shoot a weekday wedding and this was no exception. It was a simple and elegant luncheon. The couple and their friends and family were really so wonderful to work with.

make-up/hair:  Fionna Cheng
cake:  Tomgirl Baking Company
lighting:  SP Entertainment
linens:  Wildflower Linen
music:  SP Entertainment
video:  John Linzmeier

Talia and Michael could have been high school sweethearts (they both went to Beverly Hills High School), but fate dictated otherwise … one whole year past, when they met at a party at UC Irvine and the rest is history.
This wedding was the wedding you want. Dancing was fierce and the floor was packed without pause. That’s special thanks to the talented tunification of Bob Gail’s, Jumpstart.
The guests were giddy and the bride and groom were ecstatic from start to end. In fact, Bob Gail was responsible for so much of the evening success. (If you don’t know them, you have been living under a rock for the past 30+ years).
From planning to production, from florals to furniture, they do it all! (and they are the best) Mention Next Exit when you call to book them for your wedding or event and they’ll throw in a Giant Buddha Statue, London Guard Mannequin or Tiki Bar. (just kidding, but they rent EVERYTHING)

PLANNING, BAND, DÉCOR and LIGHTING: Allyson Levine, Bob Gail Special Events
Greenwich Floral Design
Next Exit Photography
Charles Lauren Films
Sarah Leibsohn, the Luxe Sunset Blvd. Hotel
Vanilla Bake Shop
GUEST BOOK: Etsy