It would be smashing if you could attend this Tuesday night…it’s right down the street…fun too!

http://www.sbimprov.com/

The Santa Barbara Improv Workshop is putting on a special Improvisational Comedy Show featuring a surprise television guest.
Date: Tuesday April 17, 2012

Time: 8:30 pm until 9:30 pm

Location: Unitarian’s Parish Hall, 1535 Santa Barbara Street (on the corner of Anapamu)

Price: FREE!

Santa Barbara Improv
WHAT:
A special improv show
WHEN:
Tuesday, April 17, 2012
8:30 pm to 9:30 pm
WHERE:
Unitarian’s Parish Hall
1535 Santa Barbara Street
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
COST:
FREE
PHONE:
(805)680-0455
EMAIL:
alan@sbimprov.com

This is where I get my funny on!

First off, this thing is all a surprise for the woman who will be in the class. Her name is Amy Roloff. She’s the Mom on the TV show Little People, Big World (links below). For this season (the 7th I believe) she and her husband are traveling down California on Highway 1, and she’ll be stopping in Santa Barbara on Tuesday night to visit her son (Jeremy) who goes to Brooks (the photography school in town). They’ll be doing some sort of hang gliding segment during the day which is over at 3. She’ll be visiting her son who is going to tell her that he’s got an assignment to photograph an improv class and please come with him. When she’s here, her husband Matt has a surprise for Amy-

8:30 to 9:30 show
9:30 to 10 is clean up and out.
They’ll be filming some of the “after comments” that I’m sure you’ve seen sprinkled in reality shows.

Invite as many as you can to the show. It’s free, it’s only an hour, 40 to 60 people there. It will be in the Parish Hall-

Wiki: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Little_People,_Big_World

In other news:
Jewish Festival Kickoff write-up:

Jewish Federation Kicks Off Upcoming Celebration with ‘Friend of the Festival’ Gala

Two-hour fundraiser at Bacara Resort & Spa honors community and unity, ahead of the Santa Barbara Jewish Festival on April 29 at Oak Park

Jewish Federation of Greater Santa Barbara Board President Lauren Katz, left, Second District county Supervisor Janet Wolf, Jewish Federation Executive Director Michael Rassler and Rep. Lois Capps, D-Santa Barbara, celebrate community and unity at the Jewish Federation’s “Friends of the Festival” Gala Kickoff on April 1 at Bacara Resort & Spa.
Jewish Federation of Greater Santa Barbara Board President Lauren Katz, left, Second District county Supervisor Janet Wolf, Jewish Federation Executive Director Michael Rassler and Rep. Lois Capps, D-Santa Barbara, celebrate community and unity at the Jewish Federation’s “Friends of the Festival” Gala Kickoff on April 1 at Bacara Resort & Spa. (Melissa Walker / Noozhawk photo)

By Melissa Walker, Noozhawk iSociety Columnist | @NoozhawkSociety | Published on 04.11.2012

The Jewish Federation of Greater Santa Barbara’s “Friend of the Festival” Gala Kickoff on April 1 at Bacara Resort & Spa ushered in an enthusiastic crowd of supporters who enjoyed an afternoon of world-class entertainment, tasty appetizers and a unique live auction in support of the upcoming 2012 Santa Barbara Jewish Festival on April 29 at Oak Park.

“This year’s Santa Barbara Jewish Festival and the celebration of Israel’s 64th year of independence promises to be outstanding and truly special with something for everyone,” said Michael Rassler, executive director of the Jewish Federation of Greater Santa Barbara.

The two-hour fundraiser flourished as a celebration of unity with an atmosphere that was light and casual on the Bacara’s Oval Lawn, in an enclosed garden area located at the heart of the resort that provided the perfect blend of elegance and privacy for the occasion.

Guests mingled in pairs and small groups, enjoying an array of tasty appetizers and fine wines while browsing the silent auction items on display, including a round of golf for four guests at the Montecito Country Club donated by Dale and Mike Nissenson, and one week of day camp at UC Santa Barbara donated by iD Tech Camps.

Later, the jovial crowd was ushered into the luxurious 211-seat Bacara Screening Room for a short presentation followed by a live auction and inspiring musical entertainment.

On stage, Rassler paid tribute to the sponsors, board members and local dignitaries for their support of the Santa Barbara Jewish Festival and added that it’s an important and vibrant part of Santa Barbra’s rich history and ethnic celebrations not only for Jewish camaraderie but also for the entire community.

“Our volunteer committee has secured an incredible lineup of entertainers and activities,” Rassler said. “This free communitywide event should be the best festival we’ve ever had.”

Next, Rassler presented prizes to raffle winners, and auctioneer Scott Topper hosted the live auction featuring such hard-to-resist items as a pair of all-season movie passes for Metropolitan Theatres and a two-night stay at the Bacara Resort & Spa with dinner at Miro Restaurant and breakfast at Bistro.

Rep. Lois Capps, D-Santa Barbara, followed with a heartwarming speech and presented Rassler with a certificate of Congressional Recognition from the U.S. Congress recognizing the Jewish Federation of Greater Santa Barbra’s unique and wonderful contributions to the culture and life of the community.

“The Jewish Federation of Santa Barbara has given the community something to be proud of,” Capps said. “You are valued, active members of the Santa Barbara community as a whole, infusing us with your values and working to give back as you do to make our community a better place for all of us to live.

“Feeding the hungry, healing the sick, protecting our environment, our children and caring for the elderly. I want to thank you for that tradition that you’ve have given us all, celebrating our culture’s diversity and you do it the best.”

The afternoon festivities were topped off with live entertainment by singer Joshua Nelson, “The Prince of Kosher Gospel,” who with his backup singer, Rachael North, had the crowd on their feet clapping and swaying to the music with a soulful spin on treasured Jewish folk songs bringing cultures together in joyous song.

Nelson, born and raised Jewish, said that incorporating gospel with Jewish heritage is a way for him to claim both parts of his identity as a black Jew.

Nelson is one of the many of entertainers who will be performing at the festival, scheduled for 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 29 at Oak Park, 300 W. Alamar Ave.

Other performers scheduled to perform an array of traditional and contemporary Jewish music include Kalinka, a Santa Barbara-based acoustic quintet that specializes in Old World Jewish tunes inspired by Jewish Klezmer, gypsy, vintage jazz and Eastern folk dances, Flor de Kanela and the Congregation B’nai B’rith Temple band.

The Santa Barbara Jewish Festival, which originated more then 20 years ago, was re-established by the Jewish Federation of Greater Santa Barbara in 2007 and continues to offer the general public a taste and feel of Jewish culture. In addition to music, the all-day venue will feature Israeli dancing. Participants will have the opportunity to learn the hora, a traditional Jewish step and other vibrant forms of Israeli folk dancing.

A unique blend of local talented artisans will also offer a variety of arts and crafts, including one-of-a-kind Israeli keepsakes, clothing and jewelry. Dozens of information booths will answer questions for interested visitors courtesy of the Santa Barbara Jewish Film Festival, Israel Committee of Santa Barbara, Anti-Defamation League and more.

In addition to entertainment and learning, a host of concession stands throughout the park will offer authentic Jewish cuisine, including falafels, knishes, kugels, kosher ice cream and a variety of baked goods, beer and wine.

Additionally, an area designated for youths will feature an assortment of fun activities such as carnival jumpers and face painting. Youths can also have photos taken with their families in front of a replica Western Wall constructed by Chabad of Santa Barbara with the special opportunity to also write prayer that will be sent to Jerusalem and placed into holes within the real Wailing Wall.

“With the free pictures that they provide, you can fool your friends about your sudden visit to Israel,” event coordinator Suzy Kaufer said.

Local dignitaries, members of the Santa Barbara City Council and Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors, and a member from the Israeli consulate are scheduled to attend the festival commemorating the 64th Israeli Independence Day (Yom Ha’atzmaut) with a ceremony to be held on the main stage at 1 p.m.

“The great work the Jewish community does and particularly the Jewish Federation can be seen all throughout the community,” Capps said. “And so the festival becomes an opportunity to celebrate as a showcase of local talent and rich Jewish culture with amazing food and art, dancing and endless fun.”

A video recap of the gala kickoff and a preview of the upcoming festival by Santa Barbara Teen News Network’s Coby Kaufer proudly showcases the unique qualities of the day and the enthusiasm for the upcoming festival.

The Jewish Federation of Greater Santa Barbara proudly thanks the gala kickoff sponsors:

» Noozhawk, LBPS Events, Classic Party Rentals, Scott Topper Productions, Easy Lift Transportation, Congregation B’nai B’rith, Bacara Resort & Spa, Gelson’s, Community Shul, Camp Haverim, Mitria Cline, Wilson Printing, McConnell’s, Felici Events and Mlime.

— Noozhawk iSociety columnist Melissa Walker can be reached at mwalker@noozhawk.com. Follow Noozhawk on Twitter: @noozhawk, @NoozhawkSociety, @NoozhawkNews and @NoozhawkBiz. Become a fan of Noozhawk on Facebook.

The Kickoff featured Joshua Nelson, “The Prince of Kosher Gospel” (also performing at the S.B. Jewish Festival April 29), who had the crowd of Sponsors, Vendors, Festival Friends, and Volunteers up on their feet and clapping along. We had a great turnout, a fun prize drawing and silent auction, some great food and a good time.

Join us for the 2012 Jewish Festival Sunday, April 29, 2012, 11 am – 4 pm at Oak Park, Celebrating our Jewish Community and Israel’s 64th Independence Day
Contact info: 805-957-1115 or jewishfestival@sbjf.org

DJ Julian, MC Scott Topper, and DJ Nick at Bacara Resort & Spa

The Jewish Festival is a very important and vibrant part of Santa Barbara’s rich history of ethnic celebrations, and of the Santa Barbara Jewish Community itself. We are scheduling an incredible program for this year’s Jewish Festival, on two stages, including first-rate entertainment, singing, dancing, great food, activities for adults as well as children, and of course, terrific artisans and vendors.

The celebration of Israel’s 64th year of independence will include formal comments and recognition from our local elected officials and a special address from the Israeli Consul’s office in Los Angeles. Don’t miss out! Bring your family, friends, congregation, school, youth group – everyone!
See you at the Festival!

Here’s some of the wonderful Wedding Industry stats that I learned…

The percentage of event clients that do planning and initial research for event services online is 90%!

The average cost of most Weddings today is $26,800.00.

The average number of Wedding guests in the U.S. is 165 attendees.

The Wedding industry is now a $120 BILLION dollar industry.

77% of Marriages are first time marriages.

When a Bride plans her Wedding, she involves and meets with forty different businesses.

80% of today’s Weddings are Destination Weddings (meaning the bride and groom themselves as well as the majority of the guests) are traveling from out of town to stay in the wedding location vicinity and also potentially host other activities for the guests (i.e. Farewell Brunch, tours, etc.).

DJ Entertainment and Technology have not been affected by the 2008 Recession and are in fact, booming more than ever.

Thanks Kerry Lee Dickey from Santa Barbara Wine Country Weddings and Events for discussing and sharing the economic climate as it relates to our Wedding Industry 2012. Here’s some more info on Kerry Lee-

Roots. Experience. Integrity. Connections. Soul.

Roots we’ve got ‘em!

Who would have thought that a career in wedding & event planning would begin at the tender age of three when CEO/Founder Kerry Lee Dickey began hostessing at one of her family’s four restaurants here in Santa Barbara?

A third generation Santa Barbarian and deeply rooted in this area, Kerry Lee loves and genuinely knows Santa Barbara. Her grandfather served as a local businessman and was highly regarded in the community as a leader. He also served as Rotarian and Police Commissioner and established in Kerry Lee the roots for a life-long love of and devotion to community. With the family home (also built by her grandfather) on Channel Drive, right next to the Four Seasons Biltmore, elegance, community and service have always been the very essence of Kerry Lee’s being. Over the mountains in wine country, Kerry Lee’s Great Uncle founded Valley Pump and Supply and was a renowned “water witch” helping local ranchers find where to drill for water supply and being the key source of finding the water supply to make Lake Cachuma.

“I love producing events both here in Santa Barbara proper and have a special affection for Santa Barbara’s wine country, thus the namesake of my business,” Kerry Lee says. “We have the Riviera of the United States on one side of the mountains with all the wedding and event location styles one could want; and on the other side, we have a natural backdrop reminiscent of Provence, Tuscany and even some ‘Big Sky’ country thrown in with solid country ‘ranch feel’. Kerry Lee has always described this special Santa Barbara wine region as “rustic elegance”, a term which media quickly picked up and spread and has now become a common description of the Santa Ynez Valley.

Experience no one can touch us in Santa Barbara County!

With over 600 weddings now under her belt and planning weddings & events since 1995, Kerry Lee has not only become one of the most trusted and sought after Santa Barbara wedding and event planners, she has become a sought-after resource to the events industry as well. Starting her professional event planning career under arguably one of the world’s best customer service leaders, Nordstrom, Kerry Lee served as Special Events Coordinator for Nordstrom Santa Barbara following her college graduation. She then continued to be as she calls it “baptized” into the events industry by working for years in the hospitality industry as a Director of Catering and Wedding Sales. This is where she truly learned the soul of event planning and what set the stage for her career.

After some world travel, living in Paris , France for a brief time, Kerry Lee met up with national wedding celebrity/author/brand Beverly Clark and has served on retainer to Beverly Clark Enterprises, LLC in the capacity of the co-developer, trainer and Vice President of the Wedding Certification Training Program and currently trains and certifies wedding professionals world-wide.

Kerry Lee has had the privilege to be the sole event planner in Santa Barbara chosen to serve the “horse whisperer” Monty Roberts himself as Corporate Event Planner his Flag Is Up Farms in the Santa Ynez Valley, working with top CEO’s from all over the world in planning their events at Monty’s ranch for his corporate program . Kerry Lee has also spoken at various conferences , including the ARA International Conference in Las Vegas, Nevada at Mandalay Resort where she was specifically invited to present on “Legendary Customer Service Standards” in the events industry , based on her reputation for her business practices with clients.

A Certified Wedding Professional, Kerry Lee continues to learn and attend industry events regularly so her clients receive the most up-to-date standards and expectations and stays active attending ISES (International Society of Event Specialists), ABC (Association of Bridal Consultants) , NACE (National Association of Catering Executives) and SBEP (Santa Barbara Event Professionals) meetings.

Integrity never a hidden agenda (or fee)

Santa Barbara Wine Country Weddings & Events does not ever accept kick-backs from any of their event supply partners. Period. The result? That clients are assured planning and referrals to vendors are the most suitable for their budget, vision and plan and not simply who will give the event planner the biggest incentive or monetary bonus for their referral. Also, consulting fees are for services and clearly stated. Period. What you see is what you get. If it is determined that a client’s needs are going beyond the scope of the contract, the client will be notified in advance of a possible fee increase and be let to make the decision if they want to add the additional work (and fee) on. There will never be a surprise bill.

Connections sorry, but it is all in who you know….

Our work in the trenches both as an event planner with over 600 events’ experience and the fact that we have been aligned with the industry’s leaders on a national and international level mean our clients benefit from the most up-to-date trends, vendor referrals and industry standards.

Soul that certain “je ne sais quoi”

“You’re not like those typical carping wedding planners. You have a joy to planning and know your stuff and make it fun for everyone.” Well, we couldn’t have said it better. We love what we do. And we also know that with all the planning that takes place prior (i.e “crises prevention” as Kerry Lee calls it), there is a certain “magic” to allowing the event to breathe and have its own pulse, too. CEO/Founder Kerry Lee Dickey has a background in theater arts and one of her signature essences is finding the soul of every event – which is unique- and making the experience flow seamlessly with various fresh touches to entertain and delight guests. She is also known for a “secret ingredient” in creating timelines that are known to be 99.999% fail proof and allow the event to go off exactly as planned.

When not planning events or traveling to consult with and train industry professionals, Kerry Lee lives with her family in Santa Barbara and loves teaching Jazzercise as a certified instructor in her “down time”, rounding out this professional wedding planner’s life with all the things she loves most in life.

Keep it Short from Green Shorts Film Festival on Vimeo.

The Fourth Annual 2012 Green Shorts Film Festival is a 1 to 2 minute video contest about saving our planet, helping our environment and being green. The theme is “MOBILIZE FOR THE EARTH” – also the Community Environmental Council’s Earth Day theme.

So start the cameras rolling and bring us your compelling and pragmatic solutions and entertaining commentaries on energy independence, sustainability and a green future.

Filmmakers write, produce, direct, edit and/or score their own original short film. ENTRIES ARE DUE MARCH 16!

(Early entries for SLO GSFF are due March 2.)
Click for rules and other important info…

Upload your film to our Vimeo group to share it, view other entries and chat with other filmmakers

Win a MacBook Pro from Samy’s Camera, a GoPro® video camera and other great prizes

Winners will be featured at a special screening at the Lobero Theater and aired on Channel 17 Santa Barbara.

February 24 – 26, 2012

Scott Topper DJ Productions will be Showcasing on Saturday, February 25, 2012 from 7-10PM at the historic Santa Barbara Club for an exclusive Wedding Reception Celebration!!!

Purchase your ALL ACCESS PASS* for only $50 per couple by this Friday, February 17th and get a chance to win a gift certificate to one of our preferred Rehearsal Dinner Restaurants *hotel not included

Happy Valentine’s Day!

Roses are red
Violets are blue
You’re newly engaged
May not know what to do

Start planning the right way
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We’re excited to meet you
Before you say “I do!”
Only ten days to go
Hurry, don’t miss the show!!

Saturday, February 25, 2012

9:00am – 4:00pm
Meet us at 9am at the Fess Parker’s DoubleTree Resort lobby, where we will embark on a guided Venue Tour of some of Santa Barbara’s wedding locations: Montecito Country Club, Santa Barbara Courthouse, Arts & Letters Cafe, Sandpiper Golf Club, Condor Ridge Ranch, Fess Parker’s DoubleTree Resort and Carr Winery. While you’re enjoying the ride, get expert advice from our wedding planners.
Lunch and refreshments provided.

7:00pm – 10:00pm
Meet us at Fess Parker’s Doubletree Resort and board our shuttle to historic Santa Barbara Club for an exclusive Wedding Reception Celebration. EOS Transportation shuttles will run between both venues all evening.
Learn the newest wedding reception trends and meet more local wedding vendors in an intimate open house setting.

Sample tastings of food and local wineries
Indulge in a little dancing with Scott Topper Productions
Relax in our lounge with JSH Entertainment Jazz Trio
Have some photo fun with Thoughtbox Photo Booth
Late night food from O Street Truck.

Sunday Brunch

Sunday, February 26, 2012

7:00am – 12:00pm
Join us for Sunday Brunch, hosted by the Fess Parker Doubletree Resort. Enjoy live music, reminisce about the weekend and soak in all that Santa Barbara has to offer!
Simply the Best Wedding Showcase of Santa Barbara
11:00am – 3:00pm
Continue your wedding research and planning Santa Barbara Woman’s Club
670 Mission Canyon Rd.
Santa Barbara, CA 93105

$10 per person admission
Reserve Your All Inclusive Pass for Two
*RSVP by Friday, February 17, 2012 and Save!
$50.00

For a limited time only
(a $210 value)
Enjoy planning your Santa Barbara wedding! Get access to our entire weekend’s events – sample the amazing products and services Santa Barbara’s wedding professionals have to offer, watch us in action, and get to know us and our beautiful city!
Join the party!

*After signing up, you will be receiving a detailed program with an itinerary of the weekend. Gift bags and more at each event!
Book Your Hotel Room Now!

$169 per night rate
(a $499 value), based on availability, This rate is only valid for SBWPG Attendees.
Please do not contact the hotel directly to make reservations.

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Scott Topper Productions is recognized as part of the top five percent of wedding professionals in the WeddingWire local vendor community, comprised of over 200,000 wedding professionals throughout the United States and Canada. The Bride’s Choice Award recognizes the best local wedding vendors across 20 service categories, from wedding venues to wedding photographers, based on their overall professional achievements throughout the past year.

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We are happy to announce that Scott Topper Productions is one of the very best DJs within the WeddingWire Network, which includes leading wedding planning sites WeddingWire, Project Wedding, Brides.com, Martha Stewart Weddings, and Weddingbee. We would like to thank our past clients for taking the time to review our business on WeddingWire. Thanks to their positive feedback we were able to receive the WeddingWire Bride’s Choice Awards™ for 2012.

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Many families like the idea of saying thank you and offering recognition, but
are tired of candles, as they are so pervasive at Mitzvahs, and are looking
for alternatives to candles as a way of distinguishing their child and event
as unique.

Here are some suggestions and options regarding candle lighting that will
allow you to do just that.

Variations on candles

While candles are the standard you can also use Flowers, Leaves,
Trees, Tony’s, Emmy’s, Academy Awards, Puzzle Pieces that
create a picture of son\daughter, or something to match
your theme.

Rename the Academy Awards \ Oscars to be the Joshua’s or Rachel’s.
Fill in your son\daughter’s name here. Or have the leaves represent a
tree planted in Israel in the name of the person being honored.

Time Factor

If each candle takes 60 seconds \ 1 minute to – Announce, allow
recipient(s) to walk up, take a few pictures, and walk away, then
13 candles would take 13 minutes.

2-3 minutes each is more realistic. So add 30+ minutes to your
time line if you decide on a candle lighting service.

Candle Lighting

Adding visuals, pictures, and video to your candle lighting service
is a great way to keep your family and friends engaged in what
is now a very personal experience.

Your memorial candle can take on the emotional feel of the Oscar’s
Memoriam. Your family candles can include pictures from vacations
and special memories.

Guests unable to travel\attend can record a video message that would
play after the candle is lit, as a surprise for your son\daughter.

Practice Please

Just like your son\daughter will practice with the Rabbi for his\her
reading part in the service, so he\she should practice with cards
or a print out of what will be said for each candle.

Rhyme Time

Aunt Judy you are so much fun, please come light candle number one.
Uncle Irving and I love fishing. It is me and you for candle number two.
And so on.

This Dr Seuss style rhyming is a popular, but not necessary. The
message and sentiment are far more important. (In this blogger’s
humble opinion)

As always ADJA members who specialize in Bar\Bat Mitzvahs can help you
make the most of your Candle Lighting and guest’s experience.

Bijoux Events & Soigne Productions
Ocean Hill Estate Venue Premiere

What makes this Montecito Property truly rare and unique is its exclusive, ocean front location. Overlooking Butterfly Beach, doors away from the Historic Four Seasons Biltmore Hotel, and neighbors of the Ty Warner Estate and Santa Barbara Music Academy of the West, this property sits on an acre between Hill Road and Channel Drive. This gated property features a terraced, lush, Italianesque landscape with a mixture of mature trees and succulents. Large architectural columns along the stone lanai frame a breathtaking expansive view of our Pacific Ocean and Santa Barbara Channel Islands. This property breathes romantic Tuscan elegance and is ideal for both small and large events.

For More Information
Contact: Tonya and Jessica
Santa Barbara Event Venues
805.448.9277
Email: info@sb-ev.com

Venue Details

Capacity: 250 +/-
Location Price: $8,000 for up to 150 People
$10,000 for up to 250 People

Included
· Venue use for up to six hours (Not including setup and strike)
· A dressing area for bride, two hours prior to ceremony start time. Bridesmaids and groomsmen must arrive dressed and ready. Area must be vacated two hours post ceremony start time.
· Smoking is permitted in designated areas only.
· Three, one hour site visits per event.
Required
· Month – of coordinator.
· All vendors must be pre-approved, fully licensed, and insured.
· All vendors must name venue as additionally named insured.
· Valet and/or shuttle for guest count fewer than 75.
· Shuttles for guest count over 75.
· Restrooms and Trash by Marborg Industries.
· Lighting package, including generator.
· Catering kitchen
· Rentals
· If used, tennis court must be covered by astro turf or carpet for protection.
· Amplified music must conclude by 10:00 pm.
· Same day timed delivery and strike.
· If additional time is required for setup, additional fee will be required.
· Fully refundable $2,000 security deposit, assuming venue is left in original condition
· Security detail for event hours.
· The house is not available for overnight accommodations

How are the winners determined?
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Photo by Mellisa Musgrove Photography

Here’s a bit about Melissa Musgrove Photographer-

My first instinct is to say, call me, in a matter of minutes you’ll feel like you’ve known me forever.

The easy info is that I’m married to my best friend and we have two grown children. (I was practically a baby when I married) We are all in the arts and each of have our own businesses.

I’m a dog nut. Inherited from my Mother, I’m sure. I have two of my own, but at any given time I usually have a third as I foster for the local no kill shelter, DAWG, in Goleta. I love to read, and when I do, I can’t get much done until I finish the book. Therefore, I don’t get to read to much during my busy season. During busy season I get by with reading Vanity Fair and Pro Photographer magazines.

I love going to the movies. Independent movies are my favorites.

I like to garden, hike, go to the beach, hang out with girlfriends. Hit a flea market once in a while. Standard girl stuff.

Oh yes, I love photography. Hopefully that shows!

Call me. . . 805-563-5050. It will be like talking to a girlfriend that knows all about weddings!

Memberships:

Director of Communications, International Special Events Society ~ Ventura/Santa Barbara Chapter

Santa Barbara Event Professionals

Wedding and Portrait International

Preferred Vendor:

I’m honored and delighted to be listed as a preferred photographer at the following Santa Barbara Wedding Venues; San Ysidro Ranch, Four Seasons Biltmore, Montecito Country Club, Fess Parker Doubletree Resort Hotel, and the Channel Cat.