We recently had the pleasure of taking photos at the San Francisco Irish Cultural Center’s 35th Anniversary celebration.  The lovely Teresa Moore arranged for us to shoot the anniversary party and what a party it was.  Everything from the scrumptious  hors d’oeuvres  to the energetic entertainment was first class.  After many heartfelt tribute speeches and the haunting strains of the bagpipers faded , the fine band played on as the guests danced the night away.

some memories of the evening, hope you enjoy

Cheers .

Bernadette and Peter

this was an amazing cake

Over the year 2009 Peter Bruce Photo & Video have done a lot of good weddings,but it would be hard to go past time one for Jillianne & Andrew at the beautiful Purple Orchid Inn. Look at all the photos on my blog at

www.peterbruceweddingphotography.com/blog

Purple Orchid Inn by Peter Bruce Photo

Purple Orchid Inn by Peter Bruce Photo

Purple Orchid Inn by Peter Bruce Photo

Really hope that you enjoy

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Want to play a joke on the groom,try this good one from Peter Bruce Photo & Video.During the wedding ceremony, when the minister/preacher/priest comes to the part about, “If anyone has any reason why these two people should not marry, speak up now or forever hold your peace…” have this 4-to-6,iyear old boy running up the aisle loudly yelling, “Daddy, daddy.” It works better if the groom does not know the boy.

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Why does a bride carry Flowers at her wedding…

All birides carry flowers,but do you know why,well Peter Bruce Photo & Video is here to tell you why and show you some great samples of bouquets.

For centuries, flowers have stood for a variety of emotions and values.  Roses for love, lilies for virtue and so on. In ancient marriages, the brides carried herbs beneath their veils to symbolize fidelity.  Greek brides carried ivy as a symbol of never-ending love.  Orange blossoms, (the world renowned wedding flower) were chosen by the Spaniards to represent happiness and fulfillment, because the orange tree flowers and bears fruit at the same time.  During even earlier times of “primitive marriage,” when the fear of demons was most prevalent, the brides carried stinking garlands of herbs and spices for the purpose of frightening off evil spirits.

Today, brides carry flowers in the color scheme of their wedding, bringing beauty and elegance as well as old world customs to their special day.  Have you considered spelling out the name of your groom in the flowers of your bouquets?

We hope you enjoyed this,plesae let us know and let us know about any you want to here about.

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Life is to short to not have fun so we decided to pull out some funny photos,let us know what you think…

Someone Ought To Fire The Caterer!

Surely the bride’s foot can’t taste better than the buffet – unless she’s got one heck of a shoe maker, that is! Lesson number one, schedule the reception festivities for after the meal. Lesson number two, don’t let your groomsmen see just as much of the bride as you hope to lay eyes on later … in private!

Not Everything Needs To Be On Film!

Someone needs to let that photographer know that every detail doesn’t have to be preserved for all of eternity! Some fun wedding photo ideas are best left at the idea stage, but the photographer who captured this photo definitely knows what a funny wedding photo is all about!

Real Tiger On The Honeymoon!

If he doesn’t wake up soon, this won’t be the first time he’s unconscious tonight! Here’s a tip for the guys – falling asleep on the best day of her life won’t make it anywhere near the best day of yours.

Hope  you enjoyed the these photos

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Over the years Peter Bruce Photo & Video has worked with many wedding planners. I am here to tell you it is hard to beat Sanford the wedding coach ,he is one of the best around… Here is a little info on him.

“The mission of the Wedding Coach is to help you and your fiancé enjoy the entire planning process from start to finish. We combine your vision with our experience to create the wedding of your dreams. Our formula for great weddings is founded on our belief that this is one of life’s most precious moments and you deserve to treasure every minute of it.

The Wedding Coach is run by CEO and founder, Sanford Marshall. Sanford has spent ten years as the Regional Director of Special Events for The San Francisco Bay Club one of the premier private health and social clubs in California. With this extensive event planning experience, Sanford has developed robust relationships with partners in the restaurant and hotel industry, and has reciprocal associations with numerous wineries, photographers, private chefs, caterers, hotels, destination resorts and more. It is with these colleagues that Sanford will help you achieve your wedding vision with style, elegance, and if you’d like a little flair.”

-Sanford Marshall

Hope you enjoyed  Best Regards Peter Bruce Photo & Video

Life is to short to not have fun so we decided to pull out some funny photos,let us know what you think…

He’s Falling For Her… HARD

What a great photo.Because there’s no way she can catch him! This leap of faith is a sure show of love, and with any luck she’ll remember her vows to be there for him in his sickness and poor health, because that’s the condition that he’ll be in after he hits the dirt!

Do You Have Change For A …

You get the impression that this guy isn’t the groom, but the real groom obviously isn’t wearing the pants in the family if the bride is already digging around in someone else’s! Here’s a big tip… Save wedding photo ideas such as this one for the people you aren’t too fond of, because the ones who used to like you won’t after finding this one in the wedding album! PS tell us know how high you think he is ?

This Guy Is a Morning Person?

Anytime a guy is willing to do this crazy stunt, it’s a can’t-miss photo op. Hopefully the groom calms down before the honeymoon, or there’s the potential for quite a few funny wedding photos that the photographer won’t be privy to! Take a tip from this picture for a few wedding photo ideas of your own – the use of color in this shot is phenomenal!

We hope you enjoyed these photos

Cheers Peter Bruce Photo & Video

Beach Wedding Locations in California

Why California? Why not, it’s the best

California has 840 miles of coastline (second to Alaska),Peter Bruce Photo & Video has shot at alot of them,so we thought we would give you some tips. There are  hundreds of unique beaches for couples to choose from when planning their wedding. While the most popular image of a beach wedding that many couples have may be white sand, turquoise water, and towering palm trees, they assume those locations are only available in Hawaii, the Carribean

or other tropical locations, never realizing that there are many beach wedding locations in California that offer the same idyllic backdrop. At the same time, the wide variety of shore types along California’s Pacific Coast gives couples many options for more unique locations.

In addition to a wide range of locations, California is a more affordable, more convenient location for many couples whose wedding budgets may not stretch to distant islands or foreign countries, and it is a more affordable destination for guests as well. There is less paperwork required for a California wedding (no passports or extensive travel papers for U.S. citizens), and the state’s liberal nature makes it a perfect choice for couples who have unique plans for their celebration.

Types of California Beaches

With such a lengthy coast, there are many types of beaches couples can choose from to celebrate their wedding on the sand in California. Depending on where in the state they plan to wed, options may include:

• State parks with picnic facilities
• Small local beaches
• Beachfront resorts Hotels with private beaches, gardens, or golf courses overlooking the beach
• Nostalgic piers
• Dramatic coastal cliffs
• Rented beach houses
• Sandy beaches
• Rocky shores with dramatic formations
• Isolated, private coves
• Chartered cruises or yachts
• Grassy parks just steps from the water
• City parks with bridges, mansions, and skylines in the background
• Stunning west coast sunsets
• Luxury beach clubs

  

Choosing the Best Beach for you

With such a wide range of beach styles to choose from, couples may feel overwhelmed when deciding on a specific beach. To narrow down the selection, there are several questions to ask to find the best beach for each unique celebration.

1. What beaches are near a convenient city for traveling guests?
2. Is the beach crowded or isolated?
3. What fees are required to perform a beach wedding or to use beach facilities?
4. Are facilities – parking, restrooms, etc. – adequate for the wedding?
5. What condition is the beach in regarding cleanliness, wildlife, etc.?
6. Are there local place to stay
   

   , attractions, and other amenities available for guests?

7. What views are available from the beach that may be reflected in photographs?
8. Is the beach easy to access, both in terms of driving as well as walking along it?

By considering each of these questions carefully, couples can narrow down their choices of beaches to find the perfect spot for their wedding.

Popular Beach Wedding Locations in California

With many of the state’s largest cities sprawled along the coast, there are a number of highly popular beaches that frequently host weddings. Some of California’s most popular beaches for weddings include…

• Santa Barbara Beach
• Crystal Cove State Beach near Newport Beach
• Bolsa Chica State Beach near Huntington Beach
• Paradise Cove in Malibu
• Marina Del Rey
• Pismo Beach
• Santa Monica
• Sunset Beach in northern Cal
• San Francisco Bay beaches
• Monterey
• Laguna Beach

The exact places vary widely based on the type of beach wedding a couple envisions; beaches just a few miles apart may have vastly different physical characteristics. Before choosing a beach simply because it is near a popular destination, couples should try to visit the site or arrange to see photographs of the location, preferably of recent weddings there. This can help couples decide if that luxury Malibu Beach wedding is right for them, or if they’d rather have a more isolated, casual celebration in Pismo Beach.

Arranging a California Beach Wedding

Couples who live in California may have no difficulty arranging a beach wedding, but as the state becomes more popular for get a way weddings, different wedding planners have begun to offer package services to help arrange beach weddings. Packages typically include all the basic services for a small, non-denominational service: an officiant, flowers for the happy couple, music, a limited number of pictures cakes, and other details can all be arranged. Most packages can be customized for a couple’s unique wishes, and many wedding planners are also willing to help coordinate larger celebrations. When contacting a planner, couples should ask about their experience with beach festivities and what geographic range they can provide services for within the state.

Hope this helps with beach wedding planning

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1… Money – Yes it’s true,show me the money Peter Bruce Photo & Video says. While it may seem impersonal or uncreative,screw it, money is my number one recommended wedding gift. Most young couples are saving for something big – a house, a car, a piece of furniture, or are still paying back their student loans. Money may also help them have an extra-special honeymoon or let them order that extra photo for their album. While it’s rude for a couple to ask for money, it is never rude to give cash. If you still want to give a personal wedding gift, combine the two: attach a check to a beautiful picture frame, a kitchen gadget, or a long letter detailing your wishes and advice for their marriage. The people that say money does not buy happiness are DUM.

2… An expensive item off of their registry – Often the more-expensive items on a couple’s registry are dream wedding gifts that they don’t think they’re actually going to get. Whether you’re wealthy enough to buy such a wedding gift on your own, or you organize other guests to all chip in, you’ll be making dreams come true.

3… A luxurious hotel room for their first night as a married couple – Start their marriage off right by giving them a night to remember before they take off for their honeymoon. Check with the bride’s mother or the maid-of-honor to ensure reservations have not already been made, and give your gift early so that they’ll be able to include it in their plans.

4… A wedding gift to stand the test of time – Whether it’s a bottle of scotch or fine wine with instructions to open on their tenth anniversary, a gorgeous vase, or piece of art, give a gift on which the couple will be able to look fondly and say “Our friend John gave us that for our wedding.” Other ideas include the couple’s wedding invitation in a beautiful frame, a handmade quilt or tablecloth, or an antique piece of furniture.

5… Make their honeymoon extra sweet – If you’ve ever been to the place where the couple is honeymooning, use that knowledge to get them a gift certificate for your favorite restaurant or resort activity. You could also upgrade their plane tickets to first class, give them a camera to help them take great pictures, or give them some spending money tucked inside a guidebook of the area.

We hope this helps, not that you did not know money does buy happness

Good luck Peter Bruce Photo & Video