Star's Inspirations: Jumping For Joy (literally)!

I'm a huge fan of jumping photos and like to take them quite often (to my husbands dismay).  I think they encompass so much: happiness, excitement, adventure... and they always get everyone in the picture laughing before, during and after the photo is taken!  Although it can be difficult to get the perfect shot, especially when multiple people are in the picture, it makes for a priceless photo when you get it just right (as the below photographers have done).

The below photos are a real testament of the pure joy experienced by all of the people in the pictures the moment these photos were taken.  If these photos of people literally jumping for joy on their big day doesn't bring a smile to your face, I don't know what will!

Photos courtesy of Image Works Photography

Photo courtesy of Ravenberg Photography

Photo courtesy of Jumping in Art Museums

Photo courtesy of Lyndsey Roberts Photography and More

Photo courtesy of Jocelyn Brown Photography

Photo courtesy of JB Events Blog

Photo courtesy of United With Love

Photo courtesy of Wow Glowing Bride

Photo courtesy of Apartment 34

Check out some of our favorite Sterling Engagements jump shots over time....

Stephanie and Darren as she jumps for joy right after their ceremony.  They were such a fun couple!

Photo courtesy of Ryan Phillips Photography

Kim and Marcus and Co. pose right outside their church in front of the Beverly Hills sign.  Such a fun group! 

Photo courtesy of Danielle Klebanow Photography 

Daniela and Scott jumping high at Bacara Resort and Spa, shortly after their first look.

Photo courtesy of Chris Schmitt Photography

Best,

Star

First Post of 2012: Happy New Year!

Hi Friends!

Happy New Year!  Hope each of you had an amazing holiday and extra special New Year's celebration.

Photo Courtesy of Daily Cool Pictures

As we say goodbye to 2011 and welcome in 2012, we just wanted to take tonight's post and dedicate it to all of our amazing 2011 events.  A heartfelt congratulations to all of our 2011 newlyweds and a big warm congratulations to all the newly engaged couples who are just beginning the planning process.  Whether you just said yes, have waited a while or are partially through the process, we cannot wait to meet you and look forward to learning more about your vision! 

Looking back on 2011, here are some of our favorite moments, designs, photos and overall events from this past year. We look forward to creating new ones with YOU and YOURS in 2012!

How amazing is this composite bouquet by Shawna Yamamoto Event Design?

 Photo courtesy of Ashleigh Taylor Photography

I absolutely adore this candy station not only because Stephanie and Darren reinvented it by making it their own using Gummi's only... yes, that's right, we had gummi worms, gummi lobsters, gummi clownfish, it was truly AMAZING!  Plus, how fun are these extremely tall initials! 

 Photo courtesy of Ryan Phillips Photography

There's nothing like a holiday weekend wedding at the lovely Bacara Resort and Spa!  This beach view speaks for itself.

 Photo courtesy of Chris Schmitt Photography

Casey and Cricket's romantic summer garden wedding was flawless, one of my favorite moments was their sparkler sendoff!  What a perfect way to end the night...

 Photo courtesy of Christine Farah Photography

This holiday party was a true holiday dream, nothing says dream better to me than various sizes of oversized textured glitter balls over a white seamless dance floor. 

 Photo courtesy of Ashleigh Taylor Photography

A photo shoot at Dodger Stadium the day before your Dodger Wedding is what Holly and Jeff were blessed with.  Having Fantasy Frostings put together fun phrases on their yummy sweets was just the icing on the cookie if you ask me!

Photo courtesy of Becca Rillo Photography

The tablescape for our Alexander McQueen inspired photo shoot!  Love this texture heavy look.  So funny to dream up with Shawna Yamamoto Event Design!

 Photo courtesy of Ashleigh Taylor Photography

An extra special dessert buffet by Fantasy Frostings using clever words and sayings for my very own engagement party.  

Photo courtesy of Ashleigh Taylor Photography

In our world of ongoing chaos, nothing stops two people in love, even in Las Vegas!

 Photo courtesy of Callaway Gable Photography

Our first sporting event hospitality suite at the LA Galaxy game!

 Photo courtesy of Sterling Engagements

In love with this moment... such a special photo!

Photo courtesy of Next Exit Photography

One of our favorite designs all year!  Amazing couple, full of life, love and creative genius!  This end of the evening toast and kiss was one of my favorites!

Photo courtesy of EPLove Photography

Our first event at the Gene Autry Museum, such a neat space!

 Photo courtesy of Sterling Engagements

The most colorful wedding we've ever done, for one of the sweetest of couples with a fun, fabulous and ultra vibrant design! 

Photo courtesy of Picotte Weddings

Adore this candy sweet moment from Sarah and Matt's engagement shoot.  Looking forward to their Dallas Winter Wedding this weekend to kick off our 2012 year!

Photo courtesy of Vis Photography

And of course... since it's Sunday, I could not leave you without not one but two 2011 shoe shot favorites.  The first is from photographer Holly Steen's, of Cakes and Kisses Photography, wedding at Dodger Stadium.  The second photo is from Brandie and Ede's Parker Palm Springs wedding.  Both weddings very unique in style and creativity plus extra special to our team!

Photo courtesy of Adrienne Gunde Photography

Photo courtesy of EPLove Photography

Hope you enjoyed taking a journey back through our year!  2012 is going to be another extraordinary one and we cannot wait to share it with each of you!

Once again, a very Happy New Year to you, your family and friends!

Sneak Peek: Daniela + Scott

We spent Memorial Day weekend in lovely Santa Barbara at Bacara Resort and Spa for Daniela and Scott's wedding weekend. With a gorgeous ocean view ceremony and beautiful terrace dinner followed by dancing in the rotunda, the lovely Mr. and Mrs. Gilmore had a perfect day with their guests. Here's a sneak peek of this amazing Santa Barbara wedding, check back for more photos soon!

All photos courtesy of Chris Schmitt Photography