Danielle and Andrew’s wedding was our last Studio Z wedding for 2011. They got married the weekend before Thanksgiving at The Admiral Kidd Club in Point Loma. It was supposed to be an outdoor ceremony, with the stunning San Diego Skyline as their backdrop, but the weather did not want to cooperate with us and it started to rain; I mean it poured. That being said, the ceremony ended up being in the reception room at The Admiral Kidd CLub, which turned out to be amazing. The city skyline lit up brightly and the raindrops hitting the window, made for an even better backdrop. The best part is we did all of the photos before the ceremony and literally made it inside in the nick of time before the rain started. We were able to capture so much and we were all very happy. Everything turned out beautifully. Danielle and Andrew we enjoyed working with the two of you and we wish you all the best in your new adventure together. ~Michelle

I have been photographing for my friend’s clothing company for a few months now and things are moving quickly; actually, they are blowing up!

I love photographing for a product that I really believe in. Not only the meaning behind the clothing, but the quality and the entire design process that goes into each idea True Honor creates.

There will be a lot more to come from True Honor, but here’s a quick glimpse of what we’ve been working on. We have been in the studio photographing product, models and a ton of lifestyle imagery as well.

Studio Z is proud to be apart of the True Honor team!

Also, be sure to check out their newly launched website and read the story behind the True Honor Brand! www.TrueHonor.com. – Bill

Palm trees, a fall desert day, blue skies, equals, Kandee and Steve’s wedding day in Palm Springs.  They got married at a private home in Palm Springs, an exquisite, perfect spot for a small and quaint wedding.  Kandee, looked stunning in her gorgeous gown and her beautiful smile.  Kandee, being a professional photographer herself, did not miss a beat in the planning of her wedding day, tiny details and all.  I am not going to lie, it was a bit nerve wracking photographing another photographers wedding.  But, everything went better than expected and a little birdie already told us that Kandee & Steve love their photos.

Kandee and Steve are so adorable together, I adored the way they make one another laugh.  The look in their eyes when they talk and share their moment; it’s as if they are in their own little world. Kandee and Steve, Bill and I truly enjoyed capturing your day, through our vision and our passion.  Thank you for entrusting with us on this most intimate day in your lives.  ~Michelle

Morgan and Travis got married on a gorgeous fall afternoon, in Santa Monica at the ever so stunning and unique St. Monica Catholic Church.  The architecture was amazing and a perfect place for this perfect match to become one.  Morgan glowed as she walked down the aisle, with her dad by side to her future, a natural beauty.  I still remember, vividly, the look in Travis’s eyes and the tears falling down his cheeks as he watched his bride walk down the aisle.  The reception was at Loews Santa Monica, another perfect fit for Morgan and Travis’s celebration.  The toasts had the whole room laughing and in tears, including, myself.  Amazing family and friends.  The best part was the dancing, everyone was dancing, I LOVE it, when their isn’t one person sitting.  :)  Morgan and Travis, what an amazing day!!  Bill and I are honored to have been able to capture it.  CONGRATULATIONS!! ~Michelle

Today was a beautiful day for Kate and Charlie’s wedding at the gorgeous Admiral Kidd Club in San Diego. Having the beautiful San Diego skyline as your backdrop, as you say your vows and the perfect blue sky, I do not think it can get any better than that. Kate looked like an angel as she walked down the aisle in her wedding dress and her sweet smile. The ceremony was intimate and perfect. Congratulations Kate and Charlie! ~Michelle and Bill

Kate and Charlie’s Fabulous Vendors:

The Venue:  Admiral Kidd Club 

Event Coordinator: Julie of The Best Wedding For You 

Florist:  Elements of Style 

Officiant:  Pastor Mike  

Ceremony Musicians: Caprice Strings 

DJ: Mick of Elite British DJ 

Cake: Flour Power  

Magician:  Kevin Viner Magic  

Transportation:  Elite Image Limousine 

I LOVE Marisa and Dennis together. Talk about a perfect match. I LOVE how they make one another laugh and how their personalities compliment the other.  They planned their wedding day perfectly as well.  The ceremony was at  The Founders Chapel at USD.  After the ceremony we ventured over to The Corvette Diner in Point Loma to take some fun photos, then to Balboa Park for their formals, then we ended the photo session at Marissa and Dennis’ favorite bars in the Gaslamp to enjoy their favorite cocktail.  To top it off, Marisa and Dennis picked the perfect spot for the reception.  The unique and fun Culy Trucking Warehouse, located, right in the heart of the Gaslamp Quarter in downtown San Diego.  This was our first time shooting here and it was awesome and truly the perfect spot for this amazing couple.  Congratulations Marissa and Dennis! ~Michelle

 If you would like to view ALL of Marisa and Dennis’s wedding photos. Please CLICK HERE.

Marisa and Dennis’s Fabulous Vendors:

Wedding Dress:  Here Comes the Bride  

Event and Lighting Coordinator:  Spangler Event Productions /Mike Spangler  

Ceremony:  Founders Chapel at USD 

Venue: Culy Warehouse 

Caterer: Culinary Concepts 

Cake: Extraordinary Desserts 

DJ Drew: Unity Sounds 

Luckily enough, when you have a few connections, it sometimes falls in your lap and you’re able to shoot a beautiful family at the Cal-a-Vie resort and spa.

We first photographed here back in July for a wedding that we were so stoked to have gotten! Now we have the opportunity to photograph here again! I love my job!

Check out Cal-a-Vie for yourself and find out more about this amazing property!

I have known Heather since birth and our families have remained good friends over the years. In 2008, Michelle and I even photographed her wedding in New Jersey.

So I was in Washington D.C. for my sister’s wedding, Heather had contacted me to see if I could do some quick head shots of her while we were all in the are visiting.

I scouted locations the day before and came across Turkey Run Park right off the George Washington Memorial Parkway along the Potomac River. Fall was in FULL effect and created the PERFECT backdrop for photos.

After utilizing the park, we headed to downtown D.C. for some different “urban” looks. We found an awesome alley way with great light and got some killer shots. -Bill

We love watching our brides and grooms families grow, and now Mary and Blake have a beautiful family!!!

This photo shoot was in one of our favorite places to shoot…our own backyard in downtown Carlsbad. We strolled around the streets, utilizing our familiar spots in town and finally finishing at the beach. We got some great images and had a great time catching up on the past few years. Congrats Mary and Blake, it was great meeting your little ones!!! – Bill