Palm Desert Wedding Style with Nick & Brenda at Palm Valley Country Club

                  This Wedding for Nick and Brenda at Palm Valley Country Club in Palm Desert Cal. had a touch of everything. It was emotional at times, crazy fun and especially cool because of the Bride and Groom. They even had a Giraffe, yes I said a giraffe...lol.  Everything started with an amazing ceremony on the edge of a golf course, then the guests were sent inside to a cocktail hour with a different twist on the photo booth idea featuring a hosted set with full lighting and a studio backdrop. The main room was set and ready as you can see above for the reception which began with Jazz and Rat Pack Style. After dinner the toasts and speeches were powerful to say the least in the absence of Nicks' Father who had passed. There was a place at the Family table for him and I couldn't help but feel like this was the perfect way to honor the memory and include him in the event. If you're planning a Wedding and are trying to find a way to connect a Family member, this was total class and is the way to do it. The dancing and fun went on from there ending with a sparkler lined send off to Their Honeymoon in Belize.
                 Every Bride and Groom plans for their Big Day in there own way, this fit them to a "T". I was so proud to be there, Thanks Balsamo's, Now go be Happily Ever After. :)
For everybody else, Please check out the Pic's below for Idea's.

Lon & Cassie got married at Still Waters Vineyards, A DJ Bob Thursday

I want to write about this,
but the pictures from the phone say it all,
Enjoy the Details below, DJ Bob
All the Vendors info follow the pics!
Gorgeous is the word.

Cakes By Christine,  3rd event this month with her, She rocks.

Just amazing being in the grapes during harvest time.

The View from the ceremony site at Still Waters Vineyards, Stunning.

Ditto by the ceremony stand. Flowers By Denise.

Lon, The Groom and Marlene the Officiant as the Bride came down the isle.

One moment on their way to Happily Ever After.

Again with the view,  it's like being on another planet.

Rev. Marlene Morris

MaMa Dawn from Pacific Harvest Catering, checking on the crew.

AND NOW FOR ALL THE DETAILS
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The Venue : Still Waters Vineyards, Paso Robles, California. www.stillwatersvineyards.com

This is the perfect image of a Central Coast Winery and why they appeal to so many Bride's.  The Family of wine people who love what they do and want to share it with their Brides and Grooms. This place has to be felt to be understood, it's beautiful, personal, warm and friendly. I love working there and you have to go at least once.

The Officiant : Reverand Marlene Morris, www.marlenemorrisministries.com 

Rev. Marlene is wonderful and a joy work with.

The Flowers : Flowers By Denise, Paso Robles, Cal.    www.flowersbydenise.com

Another great person who does great work, always a smile and amazing flowers, Love her. (See The Pics)

The Catering : Pacific Harvest Catering, Atascadero Cal. pacificharvestcatering.com

We work with many of the best caterers in our part of California all the time, This is one of the great one's, food, service, the whole package, Book them.

The Cake! Christine's Cake Creations, Paso Robles, Cal. http://www.christinescakecreations.com/

Just look at the pics, nuff said. Yum.

The Photographs (not these..lol) : Jonathan Roberts Blue Photo - www.bluephoto.biz 

This Guy is the real deal, the kind of person who will be on the dancefloor with your guests one minute, and making art with your rings the next. Anyone can shoot a wedding, but Jon is guy who will find that moment, the look and memories you will want to have when you're old and Ug. ..:) 

The Music : DJ Bob - Phase 1 Mobile DJ!  Pismo Beach, Cal. - www.p1dj.com
Me again, how cool is that!

Remember! if you need any help finding your perfect team of vendors, planning your music, or your day, We want to help. Call DJ Bob Anytime, 805-440-5504

  

Thursday In the Wine Country at Hammersky Vineyards with Kathy & Matthew!

              This was a couple who had style, class and were just so nice. They actually lifted up the people around them just by being themselves. Kathy and Matthew are from San Diego and their destination wedding was in full wine country style on a Thursday at Hammersky Vineyards. The ceremony was warm and personal, with an amazing view of rolling hills and Grape vines as full of grapes as I've ever seen them anywhere, (it's almost harvest time) The Bride came in to "Love me tender" by Nora Jones (So Cool). The Bride and Groom then went for pics and the guests were given the option of either wine tasting or a bar with signature cocktails. The Dinner this night was special, done by Chef Charlie and his team. After dinner we packed the guests into the barn for dancing with lots of 80's and 90's Hip Hop and RnB. This was one awesome Thursday, they should all be this way. Loved it! .... and now here are the details!

The Venue :  Hammersky Vineyards, Paso Robles, California.www.hammersky.com

The Coordinator : Lauren - Hammersky event Mgr. lauren@hammersky.com
Another of the new people in this area who blow us away with their professionalism and great attitude. She's all about the client and what matters to them, I really enjoyed working with her.

The Food : Chef Charlie charles3864@gmail.com
Chef Charlie is a character, I love that introduces his meals and how personally he takes every event he does. His food is really good and the presentation makes it even better. Get him if you can.

The Cake and Cup Cakes were by Christine and rocked! http://www.christinescakecreations.com/
I love this girl, she always makes things that taste great and are incredible to look at.

The Officiant : Darren Moore - Friend of the B&G

The Photographer : Tim King - San Diego www.timkingweddings.com
I know photographers, I know how competitive the field is and I see the difference when I work with a rock star. It's very simple, This guy is a rock star.

The Flowers : Bella Bloom - www.bellabloomevents.com
I like doing events with BellaBloom, they scale their work to the event with perfection and really know how to get the style of the Bride and Groom.

The Music : DJ Bob - Phase 1 Mobile DJ  www.p1dj.com
It was a blast as ususal..lol   Old school, mainstream, clasic party and 90's Hip Hop... Woo Hoo!

(I took Lots of pics, check it out below... :)

A beautiful day in Paso, Vines as far as you can see

Lauren The awesome Hammersky Coordinator!

I just really liked this pic of the head table

Everywhere you look, just stunning.

Looks like a good year for Vino

Late night in the Barn, Woo Hoo!

Back to The Grace Maralyn! with Zak and Ansley 9.14.13

The Grace Maralyn is a wonderful place for a Wedding.

           Zak and Ansley live in San Diego, They wanted a party with a Wedding attached....lol The ceremony was in the Garden at The Grace Maralyn in rural Atascadero, California. The style was Modern Romantic with a big mix of cool idea's from friends and Pinterest. They put together a team of vendors led by Terry and Lisa, the on-site coordinators from TGM. The guests were playing cool yard games during the cocktail hour and enjoyed beverages throughout the property. After pics the Bride and Groom joined the party with a Grand Entrance into a buffet meal prepared by McGee's Catering. The barn at TGM is a really great space which becomes the center for dancing later in the night. This was no exception, the dancing was off the hook and We stretched the music (new, old, everything) up to the last minute and ended with Queen's "Fat Bottom Girls".... lol ....awesome. Every Wedding has its style and this one was all about Ansley & Zak, We made some friends, had a blast and sent them on their way to Happily Ever After. Thanks to You Two and your Families, Loved it.
And now for all the Details,........ Have Fun!

The Venue :
                  The Grace Maralyn Estate and Gardens, Atascadero Ca. http://www.thegracemaralyn.com
Warm and personal, the owners include a photo booth with some of their packages. The House is beautiful and the grounds are perfect for the Modern Romantic style. Look into it, you'll love it.

The Cakes : Madonna Inn Bakery ... Uh, Yum

The Officiant : Brandon Lyons - friend of the Fam.

The Catering : McGees catering, Atascadero, Ca. mcgeescatering.com

The Flowers :
                  Lori Boe Floral Design http://loriboefloraldesign.com
Lori is fantastic, she's an institution on the Central Coast and another of the great vendors we are always talking about here. (phone pics below)

The Photographers : Clay and Pat from Open door www.opendoorphotography.org
I could tell you how much I like and respect these guys but the Bride's words said it all. While she was watching a preview on a screen in the barn, Quote "Clay has a way of making me feel really special, like a supermodel" Nuff Said, Book Them. Check the pic below...lol

The Music : DJ Bob - Phase 1 Mobile DJ  www.p1dj.com
The music was awesome...:)

The Color at The Head Table during set up

Clay Haddick, Open Door Photography, a very talented goober :)

Lori Boe Flowers, simple country, Beautiful.

Madonna Inn Cakes, yes, all of them..lol 

The Barn was DJ Bob's dance floor with Hip Hop, Rock, Country and Mainstream Woo Hoo! 

  

Jenae & Brandon Got Married! at The Holland Ranch Sep. 7th

                Jenae and Brandon had known eachother since the seventh grade and life gave them eachother for life. The Wedding was at Holland Ranch, one of the beautiful venues we love most. The main contact there is Jamie Strand and she rocks, if you want for your Big day what we want for every Bride..... "Fun with Style"...... Get ahold of her. The ceremony was on the lawn over looking the ranch with beautiful horses and a lake in the background. I always say every Bride has a minute, the time when all the planning, all the work, all the money becomes second to how she feels at exatly that minute. For Jenae it was when she looked at Brandon while he said his vows, a smile with tears that showed what it meant to her, it was just a moment very few of us that were there will forget. The Guests then headed up to the famous Barn at Holland to enjoy cocktails and finger food and then a wonderful Dinner. Plemmons catering and their crew were terrific, I Love the food they provide and they always have a smile on, simply put.. that's how it should be done. This was a Modern Country event and the creativity was over the top. very cool. Thank You Jenae and Brandon, ......... Nice

                        For our future Brides, Here are all the details, Thanks For reading..,Enjoy !!

The Venue : The Holland Ranch, San Luis Obispo, California. Jaimy 805-459-9222

If you're looking for amazing Modern Country Romance on a ranch, this is the place, devastatingly beautiful and close to everything. One of our Fav's. 

The Officiant : Rick Winkleplex, Family Friend

The Flowers : Jenny McNiece, jennymcnieceflowers.com  She's at the top and has a great way of connecting to her clients weather it's over the top or simple elegance,  She gets it. We think the world of Jenny and you should too, book her. 

The Photographer : Kristine Wolverton - (Bakersfield) www.kristiwolverton.com

While I didn't know this photographer, and I  didn't get a chance to talk to her much, She was professional and very easy to work with. I also appreciated that her second shooter video didn't overwhelm the event and shot with natural light, I'm always aware of it, because it matters and I'm grateful to them for that.

The Catering : Plemmons Catering www.plemmonscatering.com

There are lots of Caterers, and some really good one's, this is one of those. They are always friendly and always just a pleasure to work with. They're crazy busy, but if you can get them, Get em'.   

The Cake : Jenny - Cake Cathedral. cakecathedral.com

This is a cake and cup-cake queen if there ever was one.... lol She is always great, berry creative (excuse the pun :) ...lol If you want one of the best, Hire this one.  

Music and Uplighting : DJ Bob - Phase 1 Mobile DJ, Pismo Beach, California  www.p1dj.com

Woo Hoo! Ceremony and reception music, done with style. Book Me... :)

Some Fun Event Pics From DJ BobThis Season!!! Clearly from my phone..lol

The Father Daughter Dance at Pitkin Conroe Victorian  

Ashley Blake, Hilarious and amazing Photographer!

The Beautiful bride at Pitkin Conroe Victorian

Disney Style Day at Kaleidoscope Inn

The Amazing Bride Ali at Grace Maralyn Estate and Gardens!

Hilarious Cake at Monarch Dunes

The After Reception Party at Thousand Hills Ranch

The wonderful coordinating team of The Grace Maralyn

The Gardens looked amazing for this Wedding at Kaleidoscope Inn

A day time look before an event at Keliedoscope Inn Gardens, beautiful.

A cool inside look at a Wedding inside the Barn at Thousand Hills Ranch

Dj Bob up-lighting at The Officers Club at Camp San Luis

One creative gobo image at Thousand Hills Ranch, Love It!

A quick look at Cambria Pines Lodge before the Wedding

Haley and Corey Got Married at Cellar 360.

This is a pic of a pic ....lol I couldn't resist when I saw Ashley Blake's image ... awesome. 

Haley and Corey were so cool, so fun and had their day in the heart of Paso Robles wine country at The Beautiful Cellar 360. I know I've said it a hundred times but they had an incredible group of vendors who did everything to make this day go. It was very warm and inspiring to see the rolling grapes going as far as the eye could see while they said their vows. The cocktail hour was on the terrace in front of the tasting room for the winery, after which all of the guests walked down to the barrel rooms for the Reception. the Bride and Groom came in to huge applause and went into a Romantic first dance. Dinner followed with a musical performance By The Brides Brother that rivaled any I've seen at any event, hilarious speeches and then a full blown dance party that this DJ loved...lol If Your planning a wedding , be sure you check out the Vendor list included below, just outstanding. Thank You to this amazing couple for letting us be part of their Day. 

And Now, for all the details.........

The Venue : Cellar 360, Paso Robles, Ca. www.cellar360.com 

                                       One of the Classic Winery's of Paso Robles, (formerly Meridian) Gorgeous, green and remarkable. The receptions are done in a Barrel Room that is perfect for any kind of style. One suggestion, always use up lighting in this venue, it make a huge difference.  

The Coordinator : Ali Miller, sixpence.co

                                       Ali was the best, she took care of this Bride and Groom and rolled with everything that was thrown her way with a smile. Her Hubby was her right hand person and they make a great team. This was a big group with several performance areas throughout the winery. The event flowed and she was the glue. Great Job Ali, I'll work with you any time. 

The Flowers : Flowers By Kim flowersbykim.com

                                      The Flowers were perfect, beautiful and fit the event to the peddal. I have never done an event with Kim that wasn't. Brides love her, and we do too 

The Cake : Jenny, Cake Cathedral. cakecathedral.com 

                                      This was a classic cake with a modern look. I included the pic below because it was so perfect, This is one of those times when the cake adds to the style of the event. Really something special. 

The Officiant : A close friend of the Family, and Oh he's a Superior Court Judge. 

The Catering : Trumpetvine Catering. www.trumpetvinecatering.com 

                                      A classic Central Coast Caterer who specializes in higher end food and service. Their staff was great, truly enjoyed them.

The Pictures : Ashley Blake Photography. www.ablakephotography.com

                                      I work with many of the very best photographers, Some are almost famous, some are so original, it's inspiring and some are amazing people. I don't refer any one with a bigger smile on my face than when we refer Ashley, She is something special. If you can book this one, get her.  

The Videographer : Johnathan Conflenti , JCV Video Productions. centralcoastvideography.com

                                     We've done several events together and I have to say, This guy is awesome. He makes the day into something remarkable that the Bride and Groom will love for years to come. Again, if you can get Him, Book Him, you won't regret it. 

The Music : DJ Bob, Phase 1 Mobile DJ p1dj.com  

                                     The music was a big mix of both Mainstream Dance and T-40 mixed up with a whole bunch of classic party jams, Loved it!

      

                                       

Kaleidoscope Inn with Nicole & Ben and Disney, Big & Crazy!

                               We went back to Kaleidoscope this week with Ben and Nicole. They had that "thing", the vibe that we love to see from our Bride & Groom at any Wedding. It comes from a truly well matched, well loved couple finally seeing what all the time, money and work ads up to. Over 250 guests heaped the Love on them all night, gotta say it, they had the day they wanted. The Ceremony was in the Gardens at Kaleidoscope Inn in Nipomo, Cal. and was beautiful. A warm day with a breeze, perfect. The guests had cocktails and fun in the courtyard and then returned to the gardens where all 250+ we're seated for dinner. Afterwards, the stuff, all the dancing and all the craziness went right up to the last minute with a big send off at the front of the Victorian. I love mixing for a group that gives you back this kind of energy, Once again I'll say it, their team of vendors made a huge difference! Here are all the details......
Thank You To Nicole & Ben, Now go do the "Happily Ever After" :)

The Venue : Kaleidoscope Inn, Central Coast, Cal. www.kaleidoscopeinn.com
A Victorian B&B with remarkable gardens and a very warm personal vibe. This was big group and the crew from The venue did a great job, Thanks to Carolayne, Kevin and Kaitlin.

The Coordination : Makenzie - Family Friend and The Kaleidoscope Crew.

The Flowers : Amazing flowers by Nicolette, Festive Designs. www.festivedesignsslo.com
Another of our amazing favorites, they do a great job finding the style of The Bride and hit this one out of the park, great job Nicolette!

The Caterer : Phil's Catering www.philscatering.com
The food matters! I've worked every kind of event with this company and they're always really good. This time they out-did themselves, great service, great food and the staff was just On It. We look for the little things and refer people that go a little further for the client, they rocked it.
     

The Photography : Lynne Krizik http://imageparadigm.com/

   Lynne and her Uber team were great, we really liked the easy going style and how they do the "Just shoot it" style. Can't wait to see the images.

The Video Team : JCV Video, San luis Obispo, Ca. centralcoastvideography.com
        Jonathan is one of the rising stars we've been lucky enough to get to know. A very easy to work with Pro who's work is stunning. The Brides I've talked to about him make a point to say how great he is and We noticed that unlike so many others, He doesn't overwhelm his events. A good videographer is worth every dollar and this is s great one, book him!

The Music : DJ Bob, Phase 1 Mobile DJ www.p1dj.com
Hey wait That's Me, Woo Hoo!

The Details :
                                              Colors : Egg Plant, Lime & Champagne
                                              Theme : Mild Disney and Modern Garden
                                              The Songs :
                                                                  Prelude : Modern Classical, Vitamin String
                                                                  Bridal Party processional : Canon In D
                                                                  Brides Entrance : Traditional Bridal March
                                                                  Recessional : Good Life - One Republic
                                                                  Grand Entrance : Party Rock Anthem lmfao
                                                                  1st Dance : Christina Perri - A Thousand Years
                                                                  Father Daughter Dance : Stand By Me
                                                                  Mother / Son Dance : I hope You Dance