Saturday, February 27, 2010

WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER ROBERTA CLAIRE SHOOTS WEDDING AT RIOS-LOVELL ESTATE WINERY: VENUE REVIEW INCLUDED IN ARTICLE.




















OVERVIEW

Rios-Lovell is located in the beautiful "wine country" area of Livermore,Ca.
As far as wedding and reception locations go,this is one of my all time favorites.I've included pictures from a wedding that I shot there in October that shows a sample of some of the beautiful grounds.

The venue has a lovely garden area and gazebo that will accommodate up to 300 guests. The indoors reception area will hold a MAXIMUM of 230 guests and if you plan on having that many guests, just be aware that it is a very tight squeeze with very little room to move around the tables.

Rios-Lovell has their own winery and provides all beverage service. No outside beverages are allowed.

You must choose from one of the two following catering services: Scott's Garden and Bon Vivant, both of which provide delicious meals (no rubber chicken dinners served here!)

You must also choose from one of the following Dj's: Eastwood Entertainment or Fantasy Sound (both are excellent).

Although the venue has a preferred list of photographers, you may select your own.

Guest chairs and tables are provided by the venue.

The unique thing about Rios-Lovell is that besides the garden area and gazebo,there are vineyards, large grass areas, a pond, and a section of the grounds has an area that looks like it came straight from a European country.

The staff and service are top notch. I highly recommend this wonderful venue.

PROS: Beautiful,spacious grounds,hand painted wall mural behind cake cutting area, great food and service. There is also a very large bridal dressing room overlooking the ceremony site.

CONS: The only con that I can think of is that if you are planning an event with more than 230 guests, this venue will not work for you.

DISCLAIMER:The opinions expressed in this review are solely those of Roberta Claire Berry, owner of Roberta Claire Photography, Oakley, Ca.
This review is based on personal experience. Venues and Vendors are welcome to leave feedback. Solicitations for review will not be accepted. All images taken by Roberta Claire Photography.

Thursday, February 25, 2010

My new Promo Video for myself

Here is my brand new promo video that shows me in action! It was produced by my friends over at Axiom Videography.

COMPLETE NEW LOW PRICE PACKAGES!

Roberta Claire Photography is offering all new, low price packages for all San Francisco, Bay Area weddings.
You will be receiving the same excellent service and quality that you have come to expect from my staff and me. All packages now include a second, professional photographer at no cost to you as well as deeply, deeply, discounted wedding photography packages.
You will have your wedding photography services customized to meet your needs and budget.
No more "cookie cutter" packages. YOU choose what you want and we will deliver!
Give the studio a call at (925) 625-1123.

Wednesday, February 24, 2010

Edgar & Iduma's Wedding Photography Photo Montage

This is a wedding I shot recently at the San Ramon Marriott for a wonderful couple I adore.



Kudos to all the other wonderful wedding vendors I worked with on this wedding photography shoot.

Robert Valdes - Axiom Videography
Diane Dubose - Details Event Planning
Mariachi Band