It’s been a really busy month, full of baby & family shoots, as well as a pretty big project that I can’t wait to blog about!  I’m a bit behind on blogging … and in an effort to catch up, I wanted to post a few fun pics from Entire Production’s fabulous launch party in January.

My close friends can tell you that I am addicted to cupcakes.  It’s really bad …  I can never have just one, or two or … well, you get the picture!  So when Crystal (Amazae Special Events), Ann (Your Wedding Day) & I decided to try out Kara’s Cupcakes at Santana Row for dessert, I knew I was in trouble.  As we stared at the rows of irresistible cupcakes we very quickly realized that 3 cupcakes for 3 people simply wouldn’t be enough.  As professionals, we decided the best thing to do would be to taste 8 different flavors to find out which was the best.

The results ….

By far, the Carrot Cake was the best, although the Chocolate Velvet and Meyer Lemon were a very close second & third.

The contestants:

We finally did it!!! The long awaited opening of our new design studio took place last Thursday and it was a success! After 4 months of hard work, Crystal of Amazáe Special Events & I welcomed folks to the opening of our unique office space in Santa Clara. It was an opportunity for us to thank our vendors and clients, and share our new space.

Crystal did an incredible job designing and planning our grand opening party.  Thank you, Crystal, for putting this fabulous event together for us!

If you can imagine, being in the industry, we couldn’t just throw an open house it had to be a whole event it itself. Greeted by valet parking and a glass of champagne at the door, guests knew they were in for an exquisite treat! After walking into the studio filled with beautiful floral designs and lighting, you then proceeded on past mouthwatering desserts into a tent filled with magnificent décor, delicious food, and open bar! Everyone seemed to be having a blast. We sure did. Take a look at this picture with some of our favorite vendors (special thanks to David Etheridge of A Video Reflection for the photo!):

top left clockwise – John Gomez, Jennifer Skog, Linnae from Asiel Design, Claudia Akers, Augie Chang, Crystal with Amazáe, Michelle, and David with AVR:

We want to give a HUGE thank you to our wonderful sponsors:

Asiel Design Floral Couture: for exquisite floral design

Classic Party Rentals:  for the variety of great rentals

Corinthian Parking International Services: for professional valet service

Enhanced Lighting and Sound:  for awesome interior and exterior lighting, drapery and sound

Jen’s Cakes: for the to die for raspberry bars

Naomi’s Chocolate Catering: for the best chocolate drink

Nicole Ha Designs: for magnificent florals, design and support

Satura Cakes: for their specialty strawberry cake

Marizette Paperie: for their unique stationary

Thomas John Events: for extraordinary food, and beverage service

Wild Flower Linen: for their amazing linen

Additional thanks goes to Armando from Get Your Do Up who arrived early to do our hair and makeup for the event. And to Stacie from The Firty Guide who took this picture of Crystal & I:

Of course a BIG thank you to all of our clients, vendors, and friends for the wonderful support in making the event such a positive turnout!

Here’s a few more pics from the event:

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I’m off to Lake Tahoe tomorrow for Ananda and Sean’s wedding this Friday!  Our studio will be closed during this time.  While I won’t have access to e-mail, please call me at 408-497-5050 should you need immediate assistance or are inquiring about our photography services.   Thank you!

After months of searching, Crystal of Amazae Special Events & I have finally found our studio! In case you haven’t heard, Crystal and I will be sharing both office and studio space.  Our dream of creating a beautiful space to meet with our clients is finally becoming a reality.  Nestled in the beautiful Rose Garden district of San Jose, we are located on The Alameda, just off the 880 exit.  We will be moving over the next couple of weeks and can’t wait to show off our new space!  Here is a sneak peak of what’s to come …