I always tell my clients how important it is to have a good wedding planner to ensure the day goes smoothly and a big thanks to Deborah and Mindy from Bella Vita Events for always going the extra mile for their clients (and vendors). She’s one of the very best. My friend…the talented Brian Starkman from BGS Productions cinematically captured the day on video. Michael from West Hills Flower Shoppe provided what seemed like 50 shades of pink flowers. And Diana from Emily Rose Papers did the beautiful invitations and calligraphy for the table settings and other details throughout the reception.

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I just returned from another amazing wedding at the luxurious Cabo Azul Resort in San Jose del Cabo. Cabo Azul has always been one of our most favorite resorts to photograph weddings at, but it’s even more so now, since they just named us the only approved U.S. based Wedding Photography Studio! We’re honored. A special thanks to Georgina who is the head wedding coordinator there at the resort.

What can I say about Mike and Michelle other than they are such a great couple, full of positive energy and good humor.  You could really feel the love they share for one another. They went out of their way to make me feel so welcome and part of their group.

It was an extra special time because Michelle is pregnant and  during the cake cutting they announced ,via the red colored icing, that they are expecting a baby girl soon. Baby Charlotte! It was a very sweet moment …no pun intended. One of the most memorable and energetic moments of the evening was seeing the Samba dancers, who arrived from Cuba, hit the dance floor and show the gringos how to shake them hips! And actually many of their friends and even Michelle and Mike’s moms really kept up well! I was impressed.

Another memory that I have yet to put out of my mind was watching Maranda’s leg getting thoroughly seduced with the freshly caught garter from the lucky catcher. It was like no other seduction I’ve seen before. He really stepped up and took charge of that opportunity and had everyone laughing their ass off.

Destination weddings for me are the combination of both things I love to shoot most. Weddings and Travel. It truly is the dream job and I’m always grateful for the opportunity to document my couple’s day.

View from the penthouse suite overlooking the pools and El Corazon chapel

I know..I know…Rough job right?

My lovely assistants Kimmy and Miranda. I may have to employ them full time!

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Andrea and I had such a great time photographing David and Limor’s wedding at the Hotel Maya in Long Beach. Limor was truly a gorgeous bride and David is a pretty handsome dude! Together they are one hot couple and so photogenic! The hotel’s decor is authentic Mexican with brightly colored walls, rustic Mexican furniture and a ceremonial location right on the water overlooking the Queen Mary in Long Beach.

Guests enjoyed cocktail hour under the white lights near the harbors edge while we did a few fun night photos of the couple. It’s always fun for me to have a few minutes on wedding day with my couple to try out some creative shots and here are a few of my favorites.

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Well this e-sesison was a little different. Our first location didn’t happen due to traffic issues so we ended up racing up PCH to north Malibu to one of my favorite beaches, but by the time we got there, it was about an hour before sunset and time was running out.

So this time I felt the pressure. But that was ok.  I thrive working under pressure. Probably from all those years working on set. Cybel and Sebastian have model good looks and needed hardly any direction. I just encouraged them to play around and let loose and everything just fell into place. Watching the sunset in Malibu puts everyone in a good mood, so that’s another reason I love shooting there.

Here’s a sneak peek of just a few of my favorites images taken in that hour leading up to sunset.

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“Chris and Sarah – Journey of Love.” This was a travel themed wedding with amazing creative detail! From the passport program and invitations made to resemble tickets, to her place ‘cards’ which were hand painted airplanes, Sarah’s creative style was meticulously thought out. Beautiful flowers were arranged by Wisteria Lane.

One of the most adorable details of the day was when the 2 year old twin flower girls appeared, not walking down the aisle, but driving down the aisle in matching hot pink mini mustangs, and driving them were tuxedoed twin boys, also 2 years old! (this sounds like a disaster waiting to happen, but the cars were rewired to be remote controlled by their dad!) The banner on the back: “Here comes the bride”

Sarah looks great on Jeopardy, but in a Monique Lhuillier gown with floor length veil and Kate Spade shoes, she was stunning! In the courtyard at sunset, The guests enjoyed their Signature drink, The Globetrotter, and appetizer cuisines from all over the world.  Even the cake was expertly decorated with a globe, passports and caricature miniatures of bride and groom flying in an airplane as the cake topper.

The Peekabooth photo booth was a hit with special themed props Sarah rented to celebrate the places that Sarah and Chris have traveled together. Their romantic first dance to “You and Me” by Dave Mathews was professionally choreographed and had us all smiling at seeing the joy on their faces.The event was coordinated and catered by Good Gracious Events who prepared a delicious family-style feast for the guests.

D.J.Shark had the guests dancing after dinner and it was a fun surprise to have a couple of live bongo drummers join the guests on the dancefloor creating a really cool vibe. Chris and Sarah are no doubt enjoying their honeymoon in Fiji.  And who knows, probably planning their next trip as we speak. Life will be an adventure with these two for sure!

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Chris Schmitt Photography is anything but your average Malibu wedding photographer. Each wedding is treated with care and creativity not found with other Malibu wedding photography studios. Your wedding day is carefully crafted to offer one of a kind unique photography in the Malibu area.

This is Malibu wedding photography at its best. Chris Schmitt Photography is an international award winning photographer. Offering wedding coverage in Malibu, Los Angeles, Ventura,Santa Barbara and destinations worldwide, this wedding photography studio is one of the top studios in the country and is located 20 minutes from Malibu.

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