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Wedding at The Deering Estate, Miami: Victoria + Adam

Stephan — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 12:42:55 +0000

Victoria and Adam lucked out with gorgeous weather on what started AND ended as a stormy day. These two love birds were full of emotion and clearly enjoyed their wedding. Something we love to see. Here is another killer Deering Estate wedding for your viewing pleasures.

People behind the scenes:
Getting Ready: The Biltmore Hotel, Venue: Deering Estate, Coordinator: Guerdy Rejouis, Gown: Monique Lhuillier, Shoes: Calvin Klein, Groom’s Tux: Hugo Boss Red Label, Flowers/Decor: Ocean Florists, Caterer/Cake: Fare to Remember, DJ: In the Mixx Productions, Photobooth: Florida Photobooths, Hair/Makeup: Amy Palma

Stray Paws

Stephan — Thu, 26 Mar 2009 17:37:29 +0000

I haven’t posted anything on a personal level in a while but I feel that I need to try to reach as many people as possible with this. If you follow me on Facebook/Twitter, you probably know that we are looking to find a home for a small doggie we found. She has no microchip so we don’t know her name. We’ve named her “Chica” for the time being. Someone must have abandoned this dog as she is older and not in the best condition. How can people do something like that? For some people it is easier to do that than to try to help. Candace and I have a major soft spot for things like that. These little guys have no way of communicating their pain so I feel that people like us need to stand up and do the talking for them.

This poor doggie may not have much time to live, she has some problems with her back legs and she is partially blind. The vet thinks she is 12-15 years old. She sleeps most of the time. We would love to find someone that can take care of her. We already have 2 doggies and we can’t have another one but we will also not take her to a place that will put her down because of her condition. If you know someone that would consider taking a special needs pup, please contact Candace at candace at maloman.com. I want to thank my vet Dr. Loeser for donating her time by doing all kinds of test, shots, dental and more. Also want to thank Natalie who initially found the dog before we took her.

On a different note, this whole experience made me think about doing something for my community. I want to give back by offering my photography to the local Humane Society or a Doggie Rescue Organization and take pro images of those “stray paws”. I think that it will help finding a home faster if they have amazing images, similar to match.com, except you will not be disappointed when you meet them.

I need your help for a possible new photo blog for dogs. Please suggest a cool, funny, catchy name. So far we have, Puparazzi, Pet Parazzi, Paw Parazzi, Stray Bullets, Stray Paws, Slobber Place. Your suggestions are greatly appreciated. Happy Birthday mom!

If you like dogs you may want to attend this tomorrow 3/27. Rescues Rock the Runway event at the Cabana One located at the Mayfair Hotel. We will be there. Come join us.

Update (3/27): We found a nice home for Chica. We are so happy that we were able to do that and help a small dogie find a home. The efforts have paid of. Thank you to everyone that has stepped up and helped.

Wedding at Miami Art Central, Miami, FL: Laura & Gabriel

Stephan — Thu, 12 Mar 2009 22:12:40 +0000

Laura and Gabriel are a fun couple who had their reception at the uber cool Miami Art Central. This was a real treat for us, in that it was a Miami venue we had never been to or even heard about before. The weather was also picture perfect, which made their rooftop party of 250 guests even better. It’s always good to run into previous and future clients at weddings. What an awesome gig this was.

People behind the scenes:
Venue: Miami Art Centeral, Church: Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church, Gown: Vera Wang, Shoes: Benjamin Adams, Make-up: Crystal/Nicole, Caterer: Food by Chef Lars, Cake: Cake Designs by Edda, Flowers/Decor: AB Cover Designs, DJ: Earl, Engagement: Lincoln Road, South Beach, Photo Booth: My Event Booth

Laura looked stunning.

This shot alone captures Gabriel’s personality so well.

This one is a 30×40 canvas for my studio.

All day long Gabriel was goofing around, Mr. Cool, but then for just 1 sec. I was able to capture this moment during the groom/mom dance.

Miami Art Central. One killer venue. We want to go back there.

A little fun with the photobooth. Big thanks to Mr. Droze for coming along to 2nd shoot. Major good times.

Slideshow: Click to Play

Wedding at Douglas Entrance, Miami, FL: Jennifer & Eric

Stephan — Tue, 03 Feb 2009 14:00:33 +0000

My first wedding on my new blog is a good one. Jennifer was one of the most laid back brides we’ve had. You could tell she was just taking in the day and enjoying it. It also helps to have Events by Mariel behind the scenes so she didn’t have to worry about anything.

Their wedding date happened to fall on Eric’s birthday and she surprised him with one of the most original birthday cakes I’ve ever seen. I guess that makes up for replacing his birthday with their anniversary!

People behind the scenes:
Venue: Douglas Entrance, Church: Plymouth Congregational, Event Coordinator: Events by Mariel, Gown: James Clifford, Make-up and hair: Amy Palma, Caterer: Food by Chef Lars, Cake: Elegant Temptations, Flowers/Decor: Avant Gardens, Cocktail Band: Big City Band, DJ: Ubi’s Music DJ, Engagement: Ft Lauderdale Riverfront, Slideshow: Click to play

Wedding at Jungle Island, Miami, FL: Vivian & Bill

Stephan — Fri, 16 Jan 2009 16:50:03 +0000

This wedding is the first one for 2009. Vivian’s story is a long one, if you saw the movie 27 Dresses then you know how she felt. She and her dad own J. Del Olmo Bridal Gallery and Couture (the best gown store on the Miracle Mile) and I know that she has helped many brides find their gowns. She has also been a bridesmaid to at least 13 weddings. With all that said, you can only imagine the joy and emotions that happened at this wedding. This was an amazing Cuban wedding. There is no place like Miami… love shooting weddings here.

I’ve known Vivian for many years and I was so honored when she asked me to shoot her wedding. Both Vivian and Bill are amazing people. Here are some of my favorites.

People behind the scenes:
Venue: Jungle Island, Miami Beach, Church: St. Frances, Miami Beach, Event Coordinator: Marisol Garcia Leira (she is an angel), Gown: Gabriella Arango, Bridal Party and Mothers: J. Del Olmo Bridal Gallery and Couture, Groom’s Tux: Manny’s Formalwear, Make-up and hair: Nancy Florian, Cinematography: Artistry Wedding Films, Invitations/Programs: Martial Camps-Elysees, Cake: Cake Designs by Edda South Miami, Flowers/Decor: Andres Aguilar – Mystique Flowers, Band: Havana Soul Band, DJ: Ubi’s Music DJ, Carnival/Crazy Hour: Sunflower Entertainmen, Engagement: Miracle Mile, Coral Gables , Slideshow: Click to Play

Let’s be honest, besides my woman, I think Latin women are the most beautiful. Here is proof.

Close to 400 people. I had to fight for a spot. Everyone was in the aisle taking pictures.

Is that Bill wiping a tear? Something must have gotten in his eye.

Wedding at Miami Beach Resort & Spa, Miami: Jill + Martino

Stephan — Fri, 02 Jan 2009 21:20:27 +0000

I have a great 1st post for 2009. We photographed Jill and Martino’s wedding 2 weeks ago at the beautiful Miami Beach Resort & Spa. I knew we had a couple that rocked when we did the engagement session (back when Martino had the James Blunt hair). This wedding was off the hook. 15 bridesmaids and 6 groomsmen, yeah baby bring it on.

Anyway, check out these images and the slideshow. We had a blast shooting this wedding. Thank you for having us there. Call me when your sisters get married. Happy New Year!

First kiss and a dip. I love this shot. You can tell I was anticipating it.
The competition. I think each one of these girls posted and tagged this picture on Facebook. I’m in it.Jill has 3 beautiful sisters. I wonder what it was like growing up…..

People behind the scenes:
Venue: Miami Beach Resort & SPA, Gown: Ever After (Manuel Mota for Pronovias), Brides Shoes: Jimmy Choo, Make-up and hair: Salon 180, Cinematography: Artistry Wedding Films, Event Coordinator: Adena Konetz, Cake: Ana Paz Cakes, Flowers/Decor: Petal Productions, Band: Heat Wave Band, Engagement: River Side, FL, Slideshow: Click to Play

Wedding at The Ritz Carlton Hotel, Miami, FL: Vanessa & Armando

Stephan — Mon, 08 Dec 2008 13:48:48 +0000

What a fun wedding this was. This kind of wedding is the reason I enjoy doing this. Working with my favorite vendors and a couple like Vanessa and Armando. Everything was planned perfectly by wedding planner extraordinaire Sarah Paz at the beautiful Ritz in Coconut Grove. Enough said, check out the killer slideshow for some imagery awesomeness.

Also check out the engagement session video that Ray Roman did. He came along to the engagement shoot and did a jaw dropping trailer (say that 3 times in a row) that was played at the reception. Major eye candy in this post. This should help getting through this Monday.

People behind the scenes:
Venue: The Ritz Carlton, Coconut Grove, FL, Church: St. Patrick Church, Miami Beach, Cinematography: Ray Roman Films, Event Coordinator: Sarah Paz, Cake: Ana Paz Cakes, Band: Junior’s Band, Engagement: South Beach, FL, Slideshow: Click to Play

Vanessa & Armando Engagement Shoot from Ray Roman

Wedding at Westin Colonnade, Miami: Annie + Ben

Stephan — Tue, 25 Nov 2008 23:57:42 +0000

I have always wanted to shoot an Indian wedding and my wish came true. This was a very traditional wedding with many interesting elements that we don’t see at every wedding we do. I am always looking for that element. Annie and Ben, thank you for having us at your wedding. We had a blast. I have prepared a beautiful slideshow from this event. Enjoy!

People behind the scenes:
Venue: Westin Colonnade, Coral Gables, FL, Church: First United Methodist, Assistant/2nd Shooter: Candace Maloman & Ryan Droze, Event Coordinator: La Recherche Weddings (Gail Wilkinson), Gown: Jasmine Couture, Bride Shoes: Calvin Klein, Make-up: Peggy Mackey, Groom Tuxedo: Calvin Klein, Flowers: Floral Promotions, Cake: Ana Paz, Slideshow: Click to Play

Destination Wedding in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico: Therese + Amad

Stephan — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 16:50:32 +0000

I have been waiting to post this Mexico wedding for 2 weeks and now it’s ready. I have said this before many times but this is seriously a good one. We met Therese at a wedding we shot in Panama a few years back. She admitted to me that she did not think we were good at all and that we were missing key moments from the Panama Wedding. However, after she saw the resulting images from that wedding she changed her mind. Not only did she change her mind but she actually planned her wedding around my schedule and availability. Her wedding took place at the incredibly swank Villa Mia in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. View some of the detail shots I took here.

Therese and Amad live in Los Angeles. Even though there is no shortage of talented shooters there, she had us fly from Miami for a long weekend to document her wedding weekend extravaganza in Mexico. It always makes me feel so special when someone goes out of their way to have us cover their destination wedding. We would love to shoot more weddings in California and Mexico, so if you have a destination wedding, call me. We travel!

Therese and Amad! Thank you, thank you and thank you for having us at your wedding, we felt like shooting a best friend’s wedding.

People behind the scenes:
Venue: Villa Mia, Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, Gown: Monique Lhuillier, Assistant/2nd Shooter: Candace Maloman, DJ/Band: Some guys in Mexico,
Event Coordinator/Planner: Priscilla Arminio, Slideshow: Click to Play

Therese looked smoking hot.

Amad is one of the coolest guys I met. Good times

Glad Candace walked on the rocks during the ceremony to get this shot.

I think I will get a few new canvases from this event for my studio.

Don’t try this at home! Behind that infinity pool there was a 200 ft. cliff. Glad this did not happen.

Mexico west coast has the best sunsets.