Los Angeles & Orange county Wedding Photographer, Hal Jurcik, Weddings of Distinction http://wdphoto.com/blog The very best Wedding Photography in Los Angeles and Orange County Tue, 31 Aug 2010 21:16:59 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=abc A wedding at the Turnip Rose in Costa Mesa, Jeff and Levita http://wdphoto.com/blog/a-wedding-at-the-turnip-rose-in-costa-mesa-jeff-and-levita/ http://wdphoto.com/blog/a-wedding-at-the-turnip-rose-in-costa-mesa-jeff-and-levita/#comments Tue, 31 Aug 2010 20:07:17 +0000 admin http://wdphoto.com/blog/?p=1832 I would usually start this post off with something like, Jeff and Levita fly in from New York, to tie the knot at the Turnip Rose in Costa Mesa. I’d go into detail on how the family gathered from San Fransisco, China,  Indonesia etc . . .   and had an absolutely wonderful time.   Naaaaa! Boorrring! That’s what everyone posts.  Lets have a little fun.  I think the back story is much more interesting.   In this case, I think this post should be called:

The Tale of two floors and the USC Band!

I arrived at the second floor and found just what I hoped for, the ladies, all focused on getting ready.  The make-up artists were doing a wonderful job.  Everyone, having a great time.

bride getting make-up for her wedding

They still have a little work to do before some final shots so I head up to the tenth floor to check up on the guys.

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Again, I find just what I expected.   They are kick’in back, watching the game!

Groomsmen kicking back watching the game

Well, back to the second floor to check up on the ladies.

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Where of course we find everyone dressed and ready for pictures!

Well, time to check back with the guys.

 

To be fair, they HAVE moved, but I don’t think their priorities are quite on track.

Well, with a little prodding, they do get moving. 

 All I can do here, time to head to the ceremony.

 

 Well the ceremony went off without a hitch, absolutely beautiful!

 

 

Oh! I almost forgot, The USC Band!

Jeff, as it turns out is a USC Fan.  Actually a RABID USC fan!  Of course his contribution to the wedding plan was to book the USC Band to play at his reception!

Oh, and he also ordered a USC Grooms Cake.  After all, Fair is fair.

I do believe this will be Jeff’s favorite shot of the evening!

 

And a final shout out to all my photo assistants, couldn’t have done it without you!

]]> http://wdphoto.com/blog/a-wedding-at-the-turnip-rose-in-costa-mesa-jeff-and-levita/feed/ 1 A traditional Chinese Tea Ceremony http://wdphoto.com/blog/a-traditional-chinese-tea-ceremony/ http://wdphoto.com/blog/a-traditional-chinese-tea-ceremony/#comments Mon, 30 Aug 2010 16:58:35 +0000 admin http://wdphoto.com/blog/?p=1793 While planning their wedding Jeff and Levita decided to add a Chinese Tea Ceremony to honor tradition and their family.  This is one of the reasons photographing weddings in Southern California is so much fun.  Cultures are so varied and mixed, and many couples decide to combine some of their old world traditions, along with our modern customs, to personalize their wedding.   From a photography perspective it’s fun to experience and capture traditions from around the world.    My record so far is three ceremonies in one day.  Indian, Vietnamese, and Christian.  It was a long day with five clothing changes, but the couple joked they were legal anywhere in the world.  Now there is tradition and then there is tradition.  The great thing about So Cal is our relaxed attitude.  Here, couples are free to integrate customs and ceremonies they feel add to their day, sometimes adding a little twist for fun and showmanship.   I always tell everyone, its your day, and it only happens one time.  Take charge of the day and make it your own.  There are no rules.   If you want tradition, an ultra modern event, a luau on the beach, or a quirky personal ceremony in a totally unique location.  Go for it.  Or you might want to combine a little bit of everything.  Remember it’s something you’ll cherish for a lifetime.

Check back next week for the wedding.  I guarentee a fun time will be had by all!!

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]]> http://wdphoto.com/blog/ariel-and-wesley-at-the-wayfarers-chapel/feed/ 1 Nehal and Kareem at the Ritz Carlton, Laguna Niguel http://wdphoto.com/blog/nehal-and-kareem-at-the-ritz-carlton-laguna-niguel/ http://wdphoto.com/blog/nehal-and-kareem-at-the-ritz-carlton-laguna-niguel/#comments Thu, 05 Aug 2010 18:29:36 +0000 admin http://wdphoto.com/blog/?p=1701  We usually try and post images from our weddings about a week after the big day, but we’ve been swamped this past month!  So before another week passes us by, we wanted to share some of our favorite images from Nehal and Kareem’s wedding.  It was a pleasure working at the fantastic Ritz Carlton Laguna Niguel again.   The day was perfect and Nehal looked radiant.  Melissa Norelli of PaperLantern Events took care of all the details.   The day went smoothly for all, and everyone had a wonderful time.  Nehal and Kareem are off to Florida for a fabulous honeymoon.  While we await their return, here is a sample of some of my favorite images of the night.  Their proofs should be online in a week or so.  Nehal will have the password.  Until then, Enjoy!!

 

 

Oh and for a little added fun for all that made it here to the end, here’s a little video slide show we put together!

Nehal and Kareem’s wedding at the Ritz in Laguna Niguel from hal jurcik on Vimeo.

]]> http://wdphoto.com/blog/nehal-and-kareem-at-the-ritz-carlton-laguna-niguel/feed/ 2 Gina and Jason, a themed wedding ala family picnic http://wdphoto.com/blog/gina-and-jason-a-themed-wedding-ala-family-picnic/ http://wdphoto.com/blog/gina-and-jason-a-themed-wedding-ala-family-picnic/#comments Wed, 28 Jul 2010 19:37:42 +0000 admin http://wdphoto.com/blog/?p=1669 A Barn, In and Out Burger, and a picnic theme describe Gina and Jason’s wedding in Huntington Beach last weekend.  Family gathered from far and wide.  The couple wanted a relaxed atmosphere so they planed a low key casual themed affair.  A cookie table replaced the cake, In and Out Burger provided the catering, and the location was the Newland Barn in Huntington Beach.  Enjoy!

]]> http://wdphoto.com/blog/gina-and-jason-a-themed-wedding-ala-family-picnic/feed/ 0 Nehal and Kareem, an engagement sesson at Fashion Island http://wdphoto.com/blog/nehal-and-kareem-an-engagement-sesson-at-fashion-island/ http://wdphoto.com/blog/nehal-and-kareem-an-engagement-sesson-at-fashion-island/#comments Fri, 23 Jul 2010 16:53:00 +0000 admin http://wdphoto.com/blog/?p=1651 Better late than never.  We had a few scheduling delays with Nehal and Kareem’s engagement session, but we finally met up at Fashion Island in Newport Beach for a relaxed shoot in one of the best locations in the area.  Thanks, Kareem.  Unfortunately there isn’t enough time to make prints in time for their ceremony on Sunday, so I’ve posted a few select images for a sneak peak.  Here is the link to the proofs online, or click the Client Proofing link in the menu.   Nehal will have the password.  Until then, Enjoy!

 

]]> http://wdphoto.com/blog/nehal-and-kareem-an-engagement-sesson-at-fashion-island/feed/ 1 Pam and Scott, an engagement session in Seal Beach http://wdphoto.com/blog/pam-and-scott-an-engagement-session-in-seal-beach/ http://wdphoto.com/blog/pam-and-scott-an-engagement-session-in-seal-beach/#comments Mon, 14 Jun 2010 22:33:36 +0000 admin http://wdphoto.com/blog/?p=1620 I spent a spectacular morning with Scott and Pam wandering around Seal Beach and Naples shooting their engagement session.  The June gloom co-operated creating beautiful light as did the locations.  We even managed to take Scott’s car on the pier for a couple shots, thanks to some well connected friends.  Here’s a few samples for everyone to enjoy while I finish editing. Here is the LINK to the online proofs, check with Pam for the password.  Enjoy!!

* * *  Click on the Link below for more of Pam and Scott’s images  * * *

    

And finally, here’s the signature engagement guest book layout.  Just click on the cover shot to view the slide show.  Plenty of room for everyone to sign and leave their thoughts.  You’ll have to wait til October.  See you at the wedding!!

Pam and Scott's guestbook cover

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* * * Click the link to see more of Lisa and Brandon’s images * * *

]]> http://wdphoto.com/blog/lisa-and-brandon-they-did-it/feed/ 2 Slide show of recent Mug Shots photo booth samples http://wdphoto.com/blog/slide-show-of-recent-mug-shots-photo-booth-samples/ http://wdphoto.com/blog/slide-show-of-recent-mug-shots-photo-booth-samples/#comments Thu, 27 May 2010 21:32:06 +0000 admin http://wdphoto.com/blog/?p=1593 Photobooth sample wedding album composite page

 Our MugShots photobooth has been our most requested add on to our wedding coverage this year. In addition to a playful composite ending page for an album, we are also creating fun  video slide shows.  I gathered some of my favorite shots and created this slide show to show off some of the fun possibilities of adding this option to your reception.

* * *  Click the Link  below to view the Photo Booth slide video  * * *

MugShots photobooth sample video from hal jurcik on Vimeo.

]]> http://wdphoto.com/blog/slide-show-of-recent-mug-shots-photo-booth-samples/feed/ 1 David and Nadine at the Clark Estate http://wdphoto.com/blog/david-and-nadine-at-the-clark-estate/ http://wdphoto.com/blog/david-and-nadine-at-the-clark-estate/#comments Tue, 20 Apr 2010 03:04:39 +0000 admin http://wdphoto.com/blog/?p=1549 Saturday was a glorious day for Nadine and Davids wedding at the Clark Estate.  Here is a few images for all to view while they are off on their honeymoon in Hawaii.  The proofs should be online in a couple of weeks.  Until then, Enjoy!

* * *  Click the link below for more images of David and Nadine’s wedding  * * *

 

   

          

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