Starting with the birdsong backdrop during their portrait session.

During their first dance, guests enjoyed watching our couple show off their moves.

While they were visiting tables, a Persian game between the bride and groom and their guests turned into a spontaneous dance party.

Mina and George are not the only ones who felt the inspiration to dance. Almost instantly everyone was on the dance floor.

Mina and George took center stage.

Taking a break from the music, for a few toasts.

A sweet slow song.

Girls just want to have fun… with the bouquet toss. This one taken by our associate, Brian Lee. The ladies had such a good time.

Boys! Boys! Boys! The garter toss. Mina giving George a little instruction about what to do and not to do.

One boy getting psyched up for the garter.

Closing the evening out with a lullaby, my favorite by Brian. This young lady was pooped from all the fun.

What a pleasure it was photographing Mina and George and their families, such fun spirits. Thank you for including us.

And much gratitude to the team of professionals who made their day so lovely:
Getting Ready Venue: San Ramon Marriott
Ceremony and Reception Site: Canyon View
Cake: City of D’lights
Floral design: San Francisco Florist
DJ: Aykut
Hair and Make-up: Victoria’s Salon
Wedding gown: Jenny Packham at Nouvelle Vogue
Invitations and other products: Lovebirds Stationary

Can’t get enough of this musical duo? I don’t blame you. For more of Mina and George, check out their engagement session, sneak preview, and slideshow.

Their grand entrance as husband and wife.

Enjoying the first dance.

Guests joined them for a slow song on the dance floor. I captured this image of the feel of the day- intense love, zooming.

Then things really got underway. Some very serious dancing.

Loving the rim of light around the lead singer.

At most weddings, the bride and groom get their first dance together and then maybe a few fast songs together, if they are lucky. Donna and Jimmy managed to get in several dances, and they enjoyed every single one.

And Jimmy getting down on his own.

After all that dancing, Donna needed a break. One generous gent offered her a foot rub. Definitely the way it should be for the bride.

Jimmy toasted his guests.

Then, side-by-side Donna and Jimmy attacked, I mean, cut the cake. Hilarious!

The party continued, with guests joining the band, and singing a few.

And the band kept the fun going all night long.

Many thanks to our couple, Donna and Jimmy, and all of the talented professionals who helped create this magical party for them…

Donna’s best friend, Jane Pofcher Goldman, and planner of D’Lish Intimate Catering, for coordinating, designing and planning the event with Donna

And the rest of the team-

Getting Ready Venue: The Hotel Marlowe, Cambridge
Ceremony and Reception Venue: Exchange Conference Center, Boston
Caterer: Legal Seafoods
Wedding Cake: Konditor Meister
Floral design: Winston Flowers
Chuppah Design: Jessica Erickson
Chuppah Rental: Tommy Wholesale Design
Linens: Rentals Unlimited
Wedding Gown: Vera Wang
Invitations and Graphics: Jessica Erickson of J.L. Erickson Design

If you still want more, check out their e-session in Ashland, their sneak preview, and their slideshow.

The theme for their wedding is La Vie en Rose, so Emily wanted to incorporate flowers into their engagement session. The Elizabeth Gamble Garden has a lovely rose garden, plus lots of other great options as well. One of my favorite spots in Palo Alto.

They also wanted to hit the Cantor Arts Center on Stanford’s campus. This gave them a more cosmopolitan feel. Emily changed into a special outfit for the occasion. She is wearing the dress she wore when James proposed.

So love this photo. They are dancing and I caught this mid-twirl. Sweet!

Such a fun couple! You should definitely check out their slideshow for more from Emily and James engagement session.

Donna and Jimmy started their day at the Hotel Marlowe in Cambridge; breaking all the rules, they got ready in the same room, so we didn’t do a special first look moment. Instead we started right in on the portraits. First one of our dashing groom.

And one of our lovely bride, looking stunning in her Vera Wang gown.

Then off to the Exchange Conference Center on Boston’s waterfront. The guests had already begun to arrive and were being treated to drinks and good company. Donna was excited to see everyone.

Soon Donna and Jimmy were whisked away to a room upstairs for their Ketubah signing ceremony. A few of their closest friends and family joined them.

Totally cute holding hands under the table.

And one looking in from the outside.

We had hoped to go outside for portraits on the pier, but the weather that day thwarted our plans. Dave was able to give them a taste of the view through a window.

When getting married the second time around, there are definitely different people at your wedding. For Donna, the fact that her sons could walk her down the aisle made the day all the more special. Still she couldn’t take her eyes off Jimmy as she walked towards him.

The stories told during the ceremony were warm and funny, but my favorite moment was their kiss. Even the guests were super excited about it!

And Donna and Jimmy look so happy to have sealed the deal.

More soon, but if you just can’t get enough of Donna and Jimmy, check out their Ashland e-session, complete with a Harley-Davidson.

Guests traveled from near and far. Even Mina and George came all the way from Chattanooga, Tennesee. One of the other exciting elements for everyone was the fabulous Tri Valley view. Mina and George chose the Canyon View because the terrace offered 270 degree views of the gorgeous California hills.

Mina and George both got ready at the nearby Marriott hotel. Dave hung out with George as he prepped.

Loving the detail on Mina’s shoes and best of all George did all of the crafty work to add the bling. Seriously. He put on all of the crystals. Pretty amazing, no?

When Mina arrived from the hair salon, it was time to get into her dress.

Mina and George didn’t have a traditional bridal party, but Mina’s best friend Sarah was the best unofficial maid of honor ever. She helped Mina get all gussied up, and kept the whole day running smoothly.

Loving all the details of Mina’s look, from her sparkly earrings…

To the stunning back of her dress. And everything in between.

As soon as Mina was ready, we brought George to the hotel garden where they would see each other for the first time. Check out the big smile on his face as Mina walks towards him.

We took a few portraits of our bride and groom before heading to Canyon View for the ceremony.

The ceremony was held on the terrace.

I was particularly taken with the officiant’s use of the iPad. Never would have thought of that, especially given how bright out it was, but it seemed to work great for him.

Part of the tradition is for family friends to hold a canopy above the couple during the ceremony.

When the officiant asks the bride for her hand on behalf of the groom, she doesn’t speak at first. He asks 3 times and finally she says "Baleh." This moment is full of joy and laughter. Here it was captured by our associate Brian.

And one of my personal favorite moments from the ceremony. Mina and George give each other a taste of the honey from the sofreh. Sweet and sexy.

And just a hint of what’s to come, here’s one from their portrait session.

More soon from their fabulous party.

But if you want to see more of Mina and George now, check out their engagement session PicFlick.