Adam asks Angela

A very nice and romantic guy named Adam contacted me back in March. He wanted to surprise his lovely girlfriend with an engagement in beautiful San Diego, followed by a photo shoot and dinner. So, with the help of my assistant Kelly and the fab Kim Irons, the day was documented beautifully!

With a wine that the couple loved, a beach proposal and a long-lens camera, Angela was completely surprised! Congrats to you both--I look forward to sharing a drink with you when you come in to town next.

Did you know that I Do...Weddings! offers proposal planning? Leave us a comment, and we'll contact you with more information.

Ashley loves Brandon

Ashley and Brandon married back in late February and got absolutely beautiful weather!

The ceremony took place at Beth Israel, in Heritage Park, in Old Town. The reception followed on the lawn in Heritage Park. I can definitely say that this wedding was truly unique, largely in part to so many unique details....from the foot washing ceremony to the use of peacock feathers, and the BBQ picnic reception and the gorgeous bride, I was honored to be a part of the day. Many of the details you see here are handcrafted by the groom, who is an amazing artist.

All of the beautiful photos you see here are courtesy of the fabulouso Garrett Delph, of Garrett Photography. Check back soon to see photos from another amazing event I just coordinated where Garrett was the photog. Ashley and Brandon, your creativity and love for each other really inspires me! I wish you all the best!

Quinta Loves Karl!

Check out the entire article about Quinta and Karl's wedding in Exquisite Weddings!

http://www.exquisiteweddingsmagazine.com/media/Exquisite-Weddings/Spring-Summer-2009/Sophisticated-Fiesta/

Felicidades Quinta and Karl!

I Do...Weddings! and Melissa Barrad featured in Exquisite Weddings

Earlier this week, Kasey and I attended the launch party for the Spring/Summer Issue of Exquisite Weddings, at Anthology downtown. The party was especially exciting for us because I Do...Weddings! was featured twice. The team at Exquisite interviewed me about my reality show experience and did a fun Q and A. Also, Quinta and Karl's wedding was recognized by the editors, which was photographed by Suzanne Hansen. If you're looking to get some inspiration from a wedding that is completely unique and different, this is it! And yes, you're right--you are seeing photos of a petting zoo at this upscale backyard wedding.

Be sure to pick up the issue, on newsstands now! Thanks to everyone at Exquisite for all of their support of I Do...Weddings!

Cake Wrecks

A friend in the industry told me about a really funny website last night--Cake Wrecks.

While not all of the cakes on the blog deal with weddings, there are certainly some interesting cakes on there! The two cakes you see above are from a wedding. The first image is what the bride provided, and the second image is what was delivered on the wedding day!

In short, seek out wedding pros that can not only understand your vision, but can also execute! Check references, and ask to see lots of photos--not just photos from other weddings or magazines that they say they can replicate.