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First Kisses – Los Angeles Wedding Photographer

jaana — Sat, 19 Nov 2011 18:56:23 +0000

There are few things in life as lovely as the first kiss between husband and wife. Feel the love! XOXO

Love,

Brenna Whitaker Performs at the Gene Simmons and Shannon Tweed #RoyalRockWedding

jaana — Mon, 24 Oct 2011 18:40:31 +0000

I wouldn’t usually dedicate a whole post to the band at a wedding, but this is one “wedding band” I will never forget. Brenna Whitaker and her Little Big Band were some of the best live entertainment!! They normally perform at the W Hotel on Sunday nights. Word has it Sophie and Nick sit in sometimes as well. Definitely need to go check them out sometime. Brenna KILLED it on vocals and the band was just incredible. I sat through some of their sound check too and even that was awesome! Love,

Nick Simmons Performs at the Gene Simmons & Shannon Tweed #RoyalRockWedding

jaana — Thu, 20 Oct 2011 17:30:36 +0000

Now you didn’t think I’d dedicate a whole post to Sophie and forget about Nick, did you? If you can’t tell from the show Gene Simmons Family Jewels, Nick Simmons is one smart, funny cookie with a kick of awesome talent top it off. It goes without saying that the ladies love him, but he’s taken, girls! At the wedding reception, Nick spent a good chunk of time on the stage and he was fantastic. He even rocked a song with Paul Stanley’s son, Evan Stanley. It was their first time playing together but you’d never know that. His dad and sister sang back-up for him and they all had some fun up there entertaining everyone. The guy puts on a great show and is sure to go places!

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Sophie Tweed-Simmons performs at the Gene Simmons & Shannon Tweed #RoyalRockWedding

jaana — Thu, 20 Oct 2011 01:04:21 +0000

Can we talk about Sophie Tweed-Simmons for a minute? There’s no lack of talent in her family, but I was still knocked out by her beautiful vocals as she started off the party by singing “At Last” during the first dance of Gene Simmons and Shannon Tweed. She performed a couple times during the night, sang back-up for her brother and even got down on the dance floor with her dad. She’s got the pretty face to match the singing chops too. Double threat. Go Sophie!

More Photos from Gene & Shannon’s #RoyalRockWedding

jaana — Wed, 19 Oct 2011 04:07:32 +0000

I wanted to post a few more shots that I took for the Gene Simmons & Shannon Tweed wedding. These weren’t featured in the Wedding Event episode on A&E earlier tonight, so you are all getting the exclusive!

Gene Simmons warming up with the big band

An intimate moment as Gene and Shannon exchanged vows

Gene & Shannon Rings!

Nick Simmons & Sophie Tweed-Simmons toast to their parents

Cheers!

A sweet moment with Gene's new sister-in-law, Tracy Tweed

Shannon and Sophie after the bouquet toss

Love,

Gene Simmons & Shannon Tweed Get Married!

jaana — Wed, 19 Oct 2011 02:00:44 +0000

I had such an exciting and awesome opportunity to photograph Gene Simmons and Shannon Tweed’s wedding for the A&E Series Gene Simmons Family Jewels. (Tuesday nights, check your local listings!) I got to attend the rehearsal dinner and celebrity wedding of rocker, Gene Simmons to playboy playmate, Shannon Tweed. I was there to capture all the events of the day and see the happy couple exchange vows in front of their kids, families, and 400 of their closest friends – which just happened to include Hugh Hefner, Bill Maher, Dog the Bounty Hunter, and all the members of KISS – Paul Stanley, Tommy Thayer and Eric Singer! I know, I know. Name dropping.

Before the ceremony, Gene and Shannon had their first look in the hotel garden. The family and bridal party were all there and it was a great moment. The wedding ceremony took place at the Beverly Hills Hotel just after sunset and it was beautiful. Chandeliers hung from the trees and rose petals lined the aisle. Even just walking around the ceremony, there was an aroma of fresh flowers. It smelled so good! Shannon’s mother escorted her down the aisle in her ivory Priscilla of Boston gown with a long flowy veil and a bouquet of white garden roses. The whole ensemble was offset by her killer engagement ring and a diamond bracelet, necklace and earrings. Sparkly from head to toe!

As the couple exchanged vows, Sophie Simmons watched with tears in her eyes, by her mom’s side as the Maid of Honor. The bridesmaids all wore ivory dresses of different styles and I loved that! The neutral pallet was so simple yet stunning. And nobody ever talks about what the men wore, but they all cleaned up good too! Especially Gene and Shannon’s son, Nick Simmons, who was the best man. When the officiant asked Gene and Shannon to say “I Do”, she paused for a moment to give Gene a little scare. But they sealed it all with a kiss and a standing ovation from the crowd. The whole family looked so happy.

The reception started shortly after, with Sophie singing “At Last” while her parents danced their first dance as man and wife. Grins from ear to ear, I’m telling you! And Sophie has a beautiful voice. I didn’t even realize it was her singing until halfway through the song. And she blew me away. Other performances included Nick singing an awesome rendition of “Sway”, Gene singing solo, and KISS performing 3 songs at the end of the night (sans make-up). The big band was incredible and everyone seemed to have a great time. They had the bouquet toss and cake cutting, but that was probably the only traditional thing about this spectacular wedding!

I felt very lucky to be there. The family was so nice, the crew for the reality show was great, and – let’s be honest – it was pretty awesome to be THEE photographer snapping away during all the action. What a great and crazy and amazing day all wrapped into one! An experience I’ll for remember the rest of my life!

Love,

Gene Simmons & Shannon Tweed Wedding

jaana — Tue, 18 Oct 2011 17:00:29 +0000

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Here is a clip from The Clicker on Today with more sneak peeks from the wedding of Gene Simmons and Shannon Tweed. A link on USA Today as well. The wedding special airs Tuesday, October 18 on A&E Network!

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Gene Simmons & Shannon Tweed Wedding Photographer

jaana — Tue, 18 Oct 2011 03:28:09 +0000

http://www.eonline.com/news/first_look_gene_simmons_slips_ring_on/269685

More photos have been leaked from the Gene Simmons and Shannon Tweed Wedding and are being featured on the AOL Tumbler site! EOnline is featuring some too, along with A&E TV! Be sure to watch the 2 hour wedding event on Tuesday October 18th! Enjoy!

Shannon Tweed with son, Nick Simmons

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Gene Simmons & Shannon Tweed Wedding Photos Leaked!!

jaana — Tue, 18 Oct 2011 02:55:53 +0000

A few of my {unedited – gasp!} photos from the wedding of Gene Simmons and Shannon Tweed are being featured on AOL! Follow this link for a sneak peek to the big wedding! The episode is airing Tuesday October 18th on A&E (check local listings for times).

Love,

Gene Simmons Family Jewels Wedding Event!

jaana — Tue, 18 Oct 2011 02:45:12 +0000

Be sure to tune into A&E on Tuesday October 18th, to catch the Gene Simmons Family Jewels Wedding Event! (Please check your local listings.) My photos will be featured throughout the 2 hour special! There will also be an additional 1 hour post-wedding sit down with the family, featuring behind the scenes footage and more of my photos from the rehearsal dinner and wedding day. Awesome, right?!

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