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  • Jan1

    Make your wedding a fairy tale by having your wedding ceremony and reception at Yamashiro Restaurant up on the top of the hill overlooking the Los Angeles cityscape. The asian themed Japanese restaurant is full of details imported overseas to create such a wonderful backdrop for photos. Learn more about the venue by visiting Yamashiro Restaurant on Yelp! Take a drive up there in the evening  right before sunset and you’ll see what what I’m talking about. Enjoy a few cocktails while you wait to be seated as it can get packed on the weekends.

    Yamashiro Restaurant
    1999 N Sycamore Ave
    Los Angeles, CA 90068
    Neighborhood: Hollywood
    (323) 466-5125

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  • Jan1

    The Getty Center in Brentwood, Los Angeles, California is one of two locations created by J. Paul Getty Museum. The museum is an amazing place full of artwork, contemporary architecture, spectacular outdoor gardens, and a breathtaking view of Los Angeles from atop. Events are held there weekly and it’s free to visit. It is the perfect place for engagement photography and a great spot for weddings if you’re one of the lucky few to claim your date.

    The Getty Center
    1200 Getty Center Dr
    Los Angeles, CA 90049
    Neighborhood: Brentwood
    (310) 440-7300

    Learn more about The Getty Center on Yelp and Wikipedia.

  • Jan1

    Almansor Court Banquet Facility & Conference Center
    700 S Almansor St
    Alhambra, CA 91801
    (626) 570-4600
    www.almansorcourt.com

    This place is a great little spot for small to medium sized weddings. The lobby area looks like you just walked into a resort. The inside is full of natural light for the day time and there’s a little gazebo outdoors to get married at. There is a lake right behind this venue that separates this venue from the golf course. The green areas are well maintained and actually green and the staff was helpful during my photography session there. The little room that they let the bride use was barely enough room for me, the makeup artist, and the bride. There isn’t much shade outdoors for guests as they watch the ceremony, however if you keep short, sweet and simple, you should not have a problem.

    Almansor Court also holds Quinceaneras (Sweet 15 and 16 Birthday Parties) Receptions

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  • Jan1

    Take a drive over to the Los Angeles Art District, where you’ll find large murals on the streets of Los Angeles painted right on the buildings of warehouses, parking lots and apartment buildings.  The colors are amazing and it’s as abstract as you’ll get. Learn more about the Downtown Los Angeles Art District on their official website.

    Downtown Los Angeles Wedding Engagement Photography Art District

    There isn’t a specific address for this since the wall murals are seen for blocks, but a good starting point is the Wurstkuche restaurant where they serve all types of sausages and a full line of foreign beers.

    Wurstküche
    800 E 3rd St
    Los Angeles, CA 90013

    If you want something urban in Los Angeles for your next wedding engagement session or Quinceanera session, this is your spot for photos, right on the streets of Los Angeles. Remember to bring your LA hats and Laker Jerseys for your photo session to represent LA!

  • Jan1

    The Castle Green in Pasadena was built in 1898 and is a unique and historical part of Pasadena. They work with 4 different caterers or you can choose your own, but they charge more for that. They’ll also allow you to bring your own alcohol for a fee. The building is surrounded by gardens, a bridge, koi ponds while the inside features Moorish and Spanish style salon and grand ballroom. Check out this place for that lavish vintage and grandeur look for your next wedding.

    Castle Green in Pasadena
    99 S Raymond Ave
    Pasadena, CA 91105

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