The Studios of Joseph Guidi

Rosa and Angelo’s Wedding

Joseph Guidi — Tue, 03 Apr 2012 22:14:23 +0000

California Meets New Jersey

Rosa and Angelo were a super fun couple. This was a big… I mean big Italian wedding. There were upwards of 400 guests, a live band and a bridal party with 16 members… yikes. Rosie is an Italian girl from the neighborhood and Angelo is a street smart east coaster. They met through mutual friends and spent three months just talking on the phone before they actually met in person. When that time came, it was love at first site. After only six months of official dating, Angelo popped the question in Hamilton Park near the Hudson River in Jersey. Hope everyone enjoys their photos…

Vendors:

Band: Wayne Foster Entertainment

Venue Catering Manager: Hyatt Regency, La Jolla

Transportation: Rolls Livery Service

Church: Our Lady of the Rosary Church- Fr. Joe

Hair Stylist: Matty’s Salon- Joseph Balistreri

Florist: Excellent Designs

Dress: Mon Amie Bridal Salon

Tuxedo: Friars Tux Shop

Invitations: Invitation Factory

Katy and Dan’s Wedding

Joseph Guidi — Tue, 06 Mar 2012 22:50:31 +0000

First things first… I love cars. This wedding was right up my alley. Katy and Dan met through a mutual friend when we were 16 and dated
for 7 years. Their meeting was a divine appointment from God.  They were set up because of their common love for Jesus and family.
Katy says “Our favorite ways to spend time include:
-Coronado date nights
-spending time with our amazing friends (yes, we had a big wedding party!)
-enjoying a nice warm fire around Dan's family's fireplace
-going to Lake Powell with Katy's family (and listening to Eagles the
whole time)
- car shows... we both love classic cars and hot rods!”
Katy and Dan are perfect for each other. I certainly had a great time with them and their families. This was by far the nicest and most
cooperative group of 2011. Everyone was super nice. Thank you Katy and Dan for allowing me to be a part of your wedding day…

-Joseph-

Vendors:

Band/Dick Jockey/Musicians- Good Time Entertainment

Venue Catering- Grand Tradition

Church- Cornerstone Community Church

Make-up- Ten. Eleven

Hair- Sheer Bliss

Florist- Untamed Floral Designs

Cake- For Goodness Cakes

Wedding Dress- Justin Alexander

Tuxedo- Men’s Warehouse

Marisa and Tony’s Wedding – Scripps Seaside Forum and Estancia Hotel & Resort Wedding

Joseph Guidi — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 19:20:25 +0000

I have known Tony for over 15 years. He worked for me when he was in High School. I was really excited to be a part of his wedding. Marissa is perfect for him. They laugh at the same things and they are meant to be together. Marissa made an absolutely stunning bride. She got ready at one of my favorite venues to shoot… The Estancia. The reception was at Scripps Seaside Forum. We had an amazing sunset and the entire day was flawless thanks to Rachel Lebler with I Do… Weddings!. We love working with her because she keeps everything running on-time and smoothly. Thanks Rachel!.

Vendors:

Venue: Scripps Seaside Forum

Disc Jockey: Injoy Entertainment

Coordinator: I Do… Weddings!

Caterer: Culinary Concepts

Make up Artist: Brian Bond Make up Artistry

Hair Stylist: Marybeth Bagonghasa

Florist: Flowers ‘a la Carte

Cake: Edelweiss Bakery

Dress: Mariposa Boutique

Dress Designer: Enzoani

Tuxedo Rental: Friar Tux

Linen and Decor: Abbey Party Rentals

Maria and Michael’s Wedding

Joseph Guidi — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 20:30:07 +0000

Michael is an old friend. He used to work for me when I had my retail store down off Morena Blvd. I know him as Mikie. Maria is a neighborhood girl. They are both old school Italians from old fashioned Italian families. That means lots of love and good food. Mikie got ready at his parent’s house and Maria got ready at her parent’s house. The actual wedding ceremony was at (no other than) Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church. We went to Balboa Park after the ceremony for some additional photos. It was totally packed. Back in the day there was only two places you had your wedding reception if you were Italian. One was the El Cortez, that was before the big remodel or the other was The Bahia. Their wedding reception was at The Bahia. I work there several times a year. The property is beautiful and the staff is excellent!. I wish I could give you vendor info but Mikie never got it back to me… I still love him anyway. Hope you enjoy their photos…

Karina and Eddie’s Wedding

Joseph Guidi — Wed, 12 Oct 2011 18:44:29 +0000

Eddie and Karina were lots of fun. It is a good thing I do lots of weddings because their entire event was in Spanish and I only speak poco. Here is their story in Karina’s words… Eddie and I met on campus at the bookstore where we both worked. I remember I took my mom and sister in one day and I pointed him out and told them I thought he was so cute! Little did I know that years later we’d now be married. Although he denies it, he was shy. One day we were sitting with co-workers before class and I asked to see his phone and added my phone number. I knew he was interested (it was obvious) but he was taking too long and even though I was nervous, I went for it! He called later that night I saw him the next night at Dave and Busters. He sat next to me and we ended up leaving early to take a walk on the beach. We talked for hours that night. Our first official date was at Chili’s (we were broke college students) and that’s how it all got started. A year after that he graduated before he moved back to Los Angeles and the long distance part of our relationship began. We saw each other every weekend for seven years until we finally got married in May! He proposed at the Santa Monica Pier in front of the roller coaster and I was completely shocked. We plan to go back there now every year on our anniversary.

Vendors

Photography: Me

Venue: Admiral Baker Golf Course Club House

Disc Jockey: San Diego Jammin City

Mariachi’s: Mariachi Del Mar

Transportation: A Plus Limos

Church: Sacred Heart Church of Ocean Beach

Make up: Flawless Beauty

Hair: Jeanette Romani with On Your Big Day

Cake: Fab Cakes

Florist: San Diego Bay Flower Company

Dress: Bridal & Veil Mission Valley

Tuxedo: Friars Tux Shop

Chair Covers: Elegant Chiavari Chair Rentals

Whitney and Tyler’s Wedding

Joseph Guidi — Thu, 29 Sep 2011 21:20:24 +0000

Whitney and Tyler were a fun couple. She was a referral from Ceremony Magazine. Whitney got ready at her family home in Poway and Tyler was at The Marriott Marina. The ceremony was at La Jolla Presbyterian… they are super strict with photographers. The reception was at The Fairbanks Ranch Country Club. It was a crazy day with five locations but I always have fun no matter what. Whitney is royalty. Her grandfather is Sir Jack Goodall, better known as Jack in the Box. Both families were super nice. Her brother D.J.ed the wedding… he is amazing. The name of his company is DJ Goods… get it… Goodall is his last name . All the vendors were first class, their names and websites are below. Enjoy.

Coordinator: Red Letter Days Events

Video: Taylor Films

Disc Jockey: D.J. Goods

Dress: The White Flower Bridal Botique

Florist: Modern Bouquet

Linens: APR Fine Linens

Lighting: EventAVision

Cake: Sweet Cheeks Baking Company

Venue: Fairbanks Ranch Country Club

Church: La Jolla Presbyterian Church

Cristina and Joseph’s Wedding – Saint Agnes Catholic Church & Coronado Marriott

Joseph Guidi — Wed, 24 Aug 2011 18:20:13 +0000

Cristina and Joe are a great couple. I shot Cristina’s sisters wedding and some family photos. We all know each other through the neighborhood. It is obvious that Joseph worships the ground Cristina walks on. I really enjoyed the time we spent together. Cristina got ready at her mothers home in Point Loma and Joe got ready at their condo near the church. They were married at Saint Agnes Catholic. Their reception was at The Coronado Marriott. I work there quite often. The venue is amazing, the food is fantastic and the staff is excellent… is that enough adjectives for you . All the vendors were top notch. There is a list of these qualified wedding professionals below. Enjoy!

Church: Saint Agnes Catholic Church

Venue: Coronado Marriott

Photography: Me

Video: Guidi Films

Make up Artist: Katie Joyner

Make up Artist: Chandra Campos

Hairstylist: Janella Franca Brown and Diana Griego with Bellezza Salon in PL

Florist: Wholesale Flowers and Supply

Linens: A Perfect Table

Entertainment: Victor with CanDo Productions

Transportation: Epic Transportation LLC.

Cake: Flower Power

Dress purchased from: Mona Amie

Designer: Pronovias

Tuxedos: Men’s Warehouse

Invitations: Invitation Consultants

Santino’s Baby Portrait Session – Infant Photography

Joseph Guidi — Wed, 24 Aug 2011 17:17:20 +0000

Baby Santino is my great nephew, wow that makes me sound old. If you have followed my blog, you have seen photos of Dalece and Tommy’s engagement, wedding, pregnancy and now baby. This kid is a true Italian. Thank you Dalece and Tommy for allowing me to capture my new great nephew’s persona. Love you guys… Uncle Joe.

Rachel and Matt’s Portrait Session.

Joseph Guidi — Fri, 08 Jul 2011 16:27:51 +0000

Rachel and Matt serve along side me as board members of The Down Syndrome Association. They have been best friends for over 25 years. It was lots of fun photographing these two. Rachel is very artistic. She has starred in many stage shows and sings too. Matt has many hobbies and works at The San Diego Zoo. He loves animals. Hope you enjoy their photos…

Regina and Joel’s Estancia and Scripps Seaside Forum Wedding

Joseph Guidi — Thu, 30 Jun 2011 03:09:00 +0000

Regina and Joel are fabulous. They are both school teachers and absolutely love their jobs. That says a lot about who they are. Their deep care and compassion for children is evident. They are both avid outdoors people. Lots of camping, hiking and just about anything that brings them in contact with nature. They met on eHarmony. Their pre-ceremony took place at the beautiful Estancia Hotel and Spa in La Jolla and their ceremony and reception was at Scripps Seaside Forum on the UCSD Campus. Two absolutely beautiful venues. Here are their photos… Enjoy!

Vendors:

Wedding Coordinator and Floral: Melissa Barrad with I Do Weddings

Disc Jockey: Eric Cahill with The Gig Entertainment

Caterer: Omar Guido with Crown Point Catering, Inc.

Transportation: Village Limos

Make up: Amanda Morrill with MAC Fashion Valley.

Cake: John with Swedish Royal Bakery

Dress designer: Modern Trousseau, purchased from M Bride

Tuxedo: The Friar Tux

Invitations: The American Wedding

Wedding Favors: Jacque at Swallowtail and at Saxon Shells

Linens: Concepts Events and Design