Arielle + Jonas' Wedding at Nestldown

If you've ever been to a wedding at Nestldown, you've experienced the magic of this enchanting forest venue, tucked away in Los Gatos, CA. Arielle and Jonas wanted the romance of this place to make their special day unforgettable, and they definitely succeeded.

 Their sweet wedding included a heartfelt ceremony with a symbolic release of butterflies, gorgeous blooms in peachy tones, an al fresco reception on the beautiful Nestldown grounds, and dancing in their rustic barn. Watch the film below for all the wonderful details!

Arielle's gorgeous lace bodice ballgown is fit for an enchanted forest wedding! 

Jonas's dapper look includes a grey bow tie and boutonniere of pink and peachy flowers. 

Who better to join in on the wedding day festivities than Arielle's furry friend? Not to be left out, he's sporting his own peach striped bow tie!

Nestldown has an exquisite ceremony space that is lush with greenery on all sides. Arielle and Jonas' guests were charmed by the enchanting space. 

The aisles are accented with little flower displays and sprinkled with rose petals. 

Arielle and her bridesmaids line up for a photo-op before the big walk down the aisle! Light violet dresses in chiffon complement each bridesmaid in a unique style.

These dapper dudes added some whimsy to the processional with a cute sign! 

A dreamy set of stairs leads to the ceremony space, and Arielle is escorted by her father toward the wedding guests. 

A fern-covered arbor serves as a beautiful backdrop to the ceremony space, overlooking a small lake on the property.

Arielle and Jonas exchange happy glances as they prepare to recite their vows.




A symbolic butterfly releasing is a sweet part of the ceremony. We love personal touches like this that make every wedding and couple unique.



A kiss seals the deal, these two are officially newlyweds!

Reception decor is kept sweet and rustic with a two-tiered cake and peach and yellow flowers.

A rustic barn on the property serves as a fun setting for all the dancing after dinner.

We wish you the best, Arielle and Jonas, and loved being a part of your special day!

- Cinematt

Vendors:

Ceremony: Nestldown http://www.nestldown.com/

Reception: Nestldown

Coordinator: Amy Frugoli http://www.twitterpatedweddings.com/

MUA: Kelly Jones http://www.kellyjomakeupandhair.com/

Hair: Kelly Jones

Photo: Colson Griffith http://weddings.colsongriffith.com/

Caterer: Thomas John Events http://thomasjohnevents.com/

Cake: Susie Cakes http://susiecakes.com/

Florist: Sweetness and Light Floral Design http://www.sweetnessandlightflowers.com/

DJ/Music: Big Fun DJ http://bigfundiscjockeys.com/

Music: Golden Gate Music http://golden-gate-music.com/

Amanda + John's Classic Colorful Wedding

When a couple is as "meant to be" as Amanda and John, there's a magic that makes the entire wedding day electric with joy. It was so fun capturing every enthusiastic toast, the goofy antics, and the tear-jerking moments that came so naturally. 

This black-tie backyard shindig is everything we love about weddings, and you can watch all the best moments below. 

The wedding was on family property, which made the celebration even more personal, and the grounds were decked out in colorful blooms, twinkling lights, and a party tent to dance the night away. 

Colorful flowers decorated the ceremony archway, aisles, and reception for some Spanish flair.

The bride's classic A-line gown has just the right amount of lace and sparkle.

Amanda and her mom share a sweet moment after putting on her veil. 

The bridal party steps out in style! Classic black on black is perfect for this Fall wedding.

John's daughter made the most precious bridesmaid! 

All the different shades of pink come out to mingle with some orange blooms for a romantic, festive ceremony archway.

Just married! John and Amanda share a newlywed smooch.

A celebratory bridal party heads to the reception.

How gorgeous is this twinkly reception? String lights and a half-covered eating area make for a spectacular al fresco celebration.

A Day of the Dead style cake is a fabulous centerpiece for this colorful reception.

 Can you dig this awesome cake topper? Custom touches always make a reception shine.

Guests and bridal party danced into the night under the stars. Such a fun celebration! 

Vendors:

Coordinator - Aimee Wendell

Ceremony/Reception - Private Residence

MUA - Taryn Passifione

Hair - Christine Wiseman

Photography - Milou + Olin

Catering - Gerard's Paella 

Cake - The Sweet Spot

Florist - Bloomer's Floral

DJ - Xtreme Productions

Samee + Adar's Cline Cellars Wedding

A gorgeous Jewish wedding, the amazing venue that is Cline Cellars, and a lovely couple are the perfect equation for an unforgettable day.

Sonoma's rolling hills and plethora of exquisite venues make it a continual hotspot for al fresco California weddings. The weather is rarely rivaled, the views are spectacular, and you can find the best food and wine in the state at your fingertips. Cline Cellars was Samee and Adar's pick for their Jewish wedding, and it took advantage of everything Sonoma has to offer. 

From Cline: 

"Experience the gracious hospitality of Cline Cellars, a beautiful winery property in the magnificent Sonoma Valley. A picture perfect setting for your wedding celebration, Cline’s event venues offer a world of rustic charm among landscaped­ gardens, mature willow trees, spring-fed ponds and gorgeous vineyard views.We can also host your Rehearsal Dinner or Picnic, and your post-wedding Champagne Brunch."

Samee and Adar's relationship started completely by chance - after joking with her sister about online dating, Samee logged on to JDate and spotted Adar. They hit it off instantly, and set up a date. Samee's grandfather had just passed away and she wasn't sure she wanted to go through with their wine bar meetup, but Adar's smile put her at ease the moment she saw it. That first date began a five year relationship, and Adar proposed in Solvang's beautiful wine country; a favorite spot for both of them. 

Watch their wedding day film below - you'll love every single heartfelt toast, and the beautiful tradition-filled ceremony.

Scroll down for highlights from their day!

Event Planner: Melanie King melanie@dreamersandheroes.com

Ceremony + Reception: Cline Cellars, Sonoma

MUA: Andrea Ortega dreamortega@gmail.com

Hair Stylist: Meta Kendrick metakendrickhair@gmail.com

Photographer: Elle and Jae info@ellejae.com

Caterer: Sage Catering mari@sage-catering.com

Cake: Krumbs Cakes - Christian@krumbscakes.com

DJ: California Mobile DJ dan@phxrisingent.com

Pat and Vittaya's Montalvo Arts Center Wedding

The long-distance love story between Patricia and Vitaya is wrapped up so perfectly in this wonderful wedding film. Their big day  takes place on the stunning grounds of the Montalvo Arts Center in Saratoga, California, and Cinematt was on hand to catch every moment.

Can you imagine dating on different continents? After four years of friendship, these two lovebirds started a long distance relationship while Vitaya was living in Thailand and Pat in California. Three years later, Vitaya popped the question and they started planning their elegant nuptials. All that time apart made this day even more of a celebration, as friends and family showered the couple with sweet and funny toasts.

 Scroll through to see our favorite highlights, and watch the romance unfold in their sweet wedding film.

Pat and her father make a gorgeous entrance to her courtyard wedding ceremony at Montalvo Arts Center.

Our lovely bride and groom join hands in front of a lush landscape and Corinthian columns, surrounded by beautiful pink, white and cream blooms. This beautiful backdrop is called the "love temple" and is a popular spot to tie the knot.

 

Their traditional romantic wedding decor continues in a beautiful outdoor reception. White tablecloths and gilded table numbers complete the al fresco scene.  

  Vendors:  Coordinator : Monique Chao Norquist  Photographer: Vinh Nguyen  DJ: Roel Garcia aka DJ Eternal  Florist: Kim Watkatsuki of Flower Story Catering: Teri at Catered Too!  Hair: Kathleen Tinney Makeup : Thang Dao

Lizzie + Juan's Santa Clara University Wedding

There are certain couples who seem to light up around each other; their joy completely contagious! Lizzie and Juan illuminate every moment of their wedding day at Santa Clara University with genuine smiles, sweet words, and an outpouring of love for everyone in attendance.

Though most elements of their ceremony and reception are elegant and classic, they gave a nod to Juan's family and added some Mexican flair with a Mariachi band during cocktail hour, fiesta-style banners sprinkled throughout the tablescapes, and parts of the Catholic ceremony read in Spanish. Lizzie's Dad says it all during the reception toast, "One and one is one... the Carter family and the Ramierez family are now one...It's a gift they have given us."

Lizzie and Juan initially wanted a small highlight reel of their wedding, but after seeing some of their day brought back to life, they opted for a longer Feature Film. We're so glad they did, because you can experience their whole event below!




We're smitten with our amazing clients, and continue to be more inspired by them every day!

- Cinematt

Cinematt Adventures: Hot Air Ballooning

I'm lucky enough in my work to go to some of the best hotels and resorts in the West Coast, Canada, and Hawaii. Part of my job is to take part in some of the "experiences" these hotels offer, and last week I was lucky enough to try out hot air ballooning for the first time in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. (Scroll all the way down for the film!)

It was an incredible feeling to be lighter than air, and be able to soar above Jackson Hole as high as 2500ft above the earth. I'm usually afraid of heights in many ways, so being able to overcome that fear and film the experience is something I'll never forget. If you're looking to do something incredibly fun that takes your breath away, I would recommend hot air ballooning to anyone.

There is a lot of wonderful tradition around flying a hot air balloon that goes back centuries.

The champagne toast at the end of the flight isn't simply arbitrary, there's actually meaning behind it! On November 21st, 1783 the first free flight carrying a person occurred in Paris, France. It was in a hot air balloon made out of paper and silk by the Montgolfier brothers. Although they knew filling it with hot air would allow them to lift off, they weren't sure how to control the craft, so each time they would float until the balloon landed, often in a remote country field. At this time in history, France and most of Europe was gripped by the fear of witchcraft, so these hapless aviators would more often than not be seized by the locals and burned alive. To remedy this issue, these balloonists reached out to King Louis the XVI of France, and he signed a decree that balloonists were allowed to carry Champagne that bore the royal crest, to show they were true Frenchmen.

At the beginning of the video there is an Irish prayer that was recited by balloonists long ago before takeoff, and one at the end to thank the sky for allowing their craft to land safely.

à la vôtre!

- Matthieu

Sharing Our Favorite Things

Bonjour!

Cinematt is proud to announce that we're officially a Design Aglow Affiliate! You may have noticed that Design Aglow products pop up from time to time on our blog, and we've been featured as one of their 12 favorite filmmakers for their new Cinematography line - read the interview here!

What is this all about? We'll fill you in....

1. What is Design Aglow? 

If you're a wedding industry professional in photography or cinematography, you're probably well acquainted with this design-savvy online company. They sell a wide variety of products that make our busy lives easier, from workflow solutions to marketing templates, all very easily customizable to your branding and style. For our clients, this means more time focused on you and your event, less time hunched over a computer attempting to design our own materials.

2. What will change?

You'll occasionally see us review and highlight our favorite Design Aglow products on the blog. We only endorse products we use and love, and don't get paid for our posts. If a purchase is made through our affiliate link, we receive minor compensation.

Other than that, Cinematt will stay the same! We're just excited to share some of the tools that have made our business successful and stress-free.

3. How do I purchase products through Cinematt? 

If you see us talk about a Design Aglow product, it's available for purchase through our affiliate link. This link will be included in the blog post, and a small percentage of the sale will go to us. Just a little thanks from Design Aglow for putting the word out!

Stay tuned, and have a wonderful Monday!