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June 1, 2011

Bacara Wedding Photography

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It was one of those perfect days in Santa Barbara. It was supposed to rain, but Amanda and Ryan got blue, windless skies instead.
The couple lives in San Fransisco, but their families and friends live all over, so Bacara Resort seemed like the obvious choice.
Amanda and Ryan couldn’t have been any more surprised when they realized that they had bough the SAME card to go along with their wedding gifts to one another.
Amanda was the most organized bride you have ever met! Scheduling down to the exact minute, and why not. Wrangling a 30 person bridal party needed it!!
The cigar and whiskey bar was a huge hit with the guests.
We adore you guys!!! xoxo
Bacara Resort and Spa
Wedding Weekend Coordinator: Shelley Perona Eschleman
Flowers, Chuppah and Ballroom Design by TOAST Events and Design Studio
Lounge furniture rentals by LUXE Event Rentals and Decor
Paper Products by the Bride with Big Day Design Lounge
TEAM Hair and Makeup
and Brooke Zingarelli of Louie Salon
Lighting: Bella Vista Designs Inc
Favors: Bremer Family Winery
Band: Enchanted Evening Productions
DJ: Gavin Roy of Santa Barbara DJ
Bridal Gown: Amy Kuschel
Groom’s Tux: Canali
Bridemaids Dresses: Jenny Yoo
Shoes: Jimmy Choo
Honeymoon:  Greece


































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by Cat Krantz Benner

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Sarah - WOW!!! These pics are amazing!June 3, 2011 – 8:21 am

Rachel Tatem - Love how you captured her laugh in the wedding and her tear at the reception. Capturing the emotion and memory forever. That is why I fell in love with doing wedding photography.June 2, 2011 – 5:56 am

May 17, 2011

Indian Buddhist Wedding Photography

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If you’ve never visited the Hsi Lai Temple in Hacienda Heights, it’s seriously worth a day trip.
Hsi Lai Temple encompasses 15 acres. The temple’s Ming (1268-1644 C. E.) and Ching (1644-1911 C.E.) dynasty architecture is faithful to the traditional style of buildings, gardens and statuary of traditional ancient Chinese monasteries.
I felt like I was in another world and I know that the guests of this wedding felt that way, too.

Angela and Ashvind were my dream clients, but I never knew it until the day of the wedding when we first met. They were the couple that had permagrin all day long and it was impossible not to photograph them looking amazing.
We started and ended the day at Pacific Palms Resort, where Amber Gustafson and her rad team of ladies dazzled us with their decor and coordination skillz.

Wedding Design and Coordination Amber Events
Ceremony Venue Hsi Lai Temple
Reception Venue Pacific Palms Resort
DJ Redshoe
Florist Peony and Plum
Makeup and Hair Susie Chhuor
Reception Lighting Aspect Lighting
Rentals Town & Country
Photobooth Red Cheese
Bollywood Dancers NDM Dance Productions (choreographer as seen on So You Think You Can Dance)
Flamenco Band Cale Music
Buckley Videography


































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by Cat Krantz Benner

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Danny - It’s comforting to know that photographers of your caliber exist in the world. Every picture so carefully crafted and with such care as to capture the true essence of a moment. Such amazing work that it’s humbling.June 1, 2011 – 9:37 am

Rachel Tatem - I love that I can almost hear her laugh… Great captures!May 27, 2011 – 8:54 am

Mahmud - Wow…great photography……I have seen your all of photos which are really excellent.May 21, 2011 – 8:29 pm

Amber Events - Ah, I know I say this a lot, but this was truly one of my favorite weddings of 2010. Shot by one of my favorite photographers! xoMay 18, 2011 – 3:39 pm

May 14, 2011

Beverly Hills Montage Wedding Photography

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I live in West Los Angeles, so I, like so many others, were in giddy anticipation of the opening of the new Montage Hotel in Beverly Hills. It oozes charm and elegance and so it was the perfect fit for the spectacular wedding that was for Vicky and Josh.
Designed by the undeniable master of wedding production, Kristin Banta and her team brought Next Exit a dream client.
We loved working with all of the top notch vendors that she gathered for this intimate Six Course Gourmet Dinner for about 40 guests on the gorgeous rooftop Conservatory. Top Chef, watch out!
A special thanks to Shaun Brown for being so wonderful.

Also, note for Vicky and Josh, there is still time to book Adi and I plane tickets to come and shoot your wedding in Argentina later this year. Or, just stuff us in your suitcase, I doubt anybody will notice.

Design & Production    Kristin Banta Events
Venue  Montage Hotel
Bridal Gown Fendi
Cocktail Musicians   De Bois Entertainment
DJ Red Shoe
Videographer David Robin Films
Draping   BAM
Florist Holly Flora
Lighting  The Lighter Side
Officiant You May Kiss The Bride
Photographer  Next Exit
Rentals Town & Country and Classic Party Rentals
Makeup Janelle Walker
Hair Kim Vo Salon at Montage Beverly Hills




































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May 8, 2011

Century City Intercontinental Wedding Photography

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This wedding was a first for us. Grant (the groom) is the FATHER of a past Next Exit Bride! (See below: Laura-Lee, Erik and new addition, Charlee)
So, you can imagine how honored we were to photograph his wedding to beautiful Marjorie in Century City at the Intercontinental Hotel.
Not to mention, Grant’s other daughter, Elizabeth, has become one of our closest friends since LL’s wedding, so it was a big ole party for Adi and I.
Grant is a writer/producer of some of the biggest shows on television, and Marjorie is a successful actress in both television and film.
So, yes, there were a few Hollywood types on hand to share the dance floor with.
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Vanilla Bake Shop
Dress and Veil Lowon Pope in Toronto

 


























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by Cat Krantz Benner

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Shaun David - Nice work, my wife and I are Pittsburgh wedding photographers. You create such clean images with so much fine detail. I also love your black and white work.
ShaunMay 12, 2011 – 4:52 pm

May 2, 2011

Geoffrey’s Restaurant Malibu Wedding Photography

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This was a very special wedding for me.
I guess when it’s a first matrimony for two loving people over the age of 40, you think, wow. This is for real!
This was a true story of Eat Pray Love. Alisa went off to the Caribbean and went scuba diving and met French boat captain Michel. Enough said? YES!! I felt the love oooozze through my camera.
Whatever your imagination conjures up, it’s real. Their love is like a movie and I was there to witness it.
You’ve never seen more Vueve poured in a single day. Grrr. I should have stayed for a few.

Okay, Alisa, one more thing, when can we go visit Mickey again??!! xoxoxo

St. Monica’s Catholic Church
Geoffrey’s Malibu
The Empty Vase
Vanilla Bake Shop
Del Lago Trio























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