A Shared Union In Marriage and Photography...

Jeff & Dana Sipper are a Husband & Wife team and owners of SIPPER PHOTOGRAPHY. This is what true love is all about when you can work with your spouse day-in /day-out and still want to spend time with them when you get home. That’s a “UNION”. Sipper Photography specializes in Weddings, Portraits & Events. There motto is Simple+Modern+Casual. As a couple they work each session with creativity and ease and there “LOVE” for each other shows in the most magical way, that you know they not only have a “PASSION” for each other, but photography as well. What’s that old saying? “The family that works/play together stays together”. We’ll the quote wasn’t exactly like that, however you get what I’m saying.

Jeff & Dana are a couple in love who captures the amazing moments of other couples in love. "J+D” The details and your life moments are what it’s all about. The story they capture will be a book to visit for years & years to come. For more information on the Top 5 Voted myfoxla’s HOTLIST of OC Wedding Photography, please visit: SIPPER PHOTOGRAPHY Website for a J+D Wedding Experience.

the details...the drezrehersal...the I Do's 5 Successful Wedding Tips

1. the details…Hire a Wedding Planner: A wedding planner is a priceless addition in the design and organization of your wedding these days. With today’s growling workloads, tight daily schedules and commitments the planning of ones wedding is an added stress most of us could do without. Consider adding the professional expertise of a wedding planner that you fell comfortable with to take the strain out of your plans. drezrehersal most basic duties are to plan coordinate and direct your wedding, but the services don’t stop there. We also wear the hat of confidant, advisor, negotiator, stylist/designer, and last but not least friend. Wedding Planners are not the same as your Church Coordinator or Catering Manager. We work for you under your direction and with your approval. Bottom line we lookout for your budget and best interest’s. drezrehersal will be the point person on the wedding day- with years of experience we are able to foresee problems and head them off. We are prepared to handle unexpected situations and minor disasters and solve them quickly. 2. the details…Create a Budget (Getting Organized): Creating a budget is a must before any planning can be set into motion. This should be done with all those involved in the finances of the wedding. If family members are contributing to your special day at least know how much they will contribute. You & Fiancé should sit down and talk about the wedding you want. After deciding on some general parameters, you will want to have a system that will help you best determine and track cost. (Should you hire a planner they will handle this for you and make sure your budget is realistic and keep you on track). · The Guest List · Setting the Date · Ceremony/Venue Location · Assembling the Right Team · Vendor Contracts · the details (Save the Dates, Invitations, Incidentals) 3. the drezrehersal…Define your Style:

Ask yourself and your partner this simple question, "If you could describe your wedding in three to five words, what would they be?" Fast forward to the day after your reception and think in the terms your guests will use when explaining the weekend to their friends and co-workers. How do you want them to finish this sentence, "I went to a wedding reception this weekend and ­­­­_______." As a courtesy drezrehersal creates a vision board (the details) , so you will be able to see & visualize the wedding of your dreams (sample photo above). How Do I Say "YES" to the Perfect Dress? As you start your search for the perfect dress, hit bridal boutiques armed with your own “look book,” containing magazine tear-outs, photos from friends’ weddings, fabric swatches―anything that helps you communicate your taste to the sales staff or your wedding planner. And be completely candid about your budget from the get-go. That way, you won't waste a single moment trying on dresses you'll never end up buying or could ever afford. 4. the details…the drezrehersal… (Creating a Schedule):

It’s easiest to begin thinking about your wedding day as a drezrehersal . The schedule will be completed over time if you have a wedding planner, as much as 5 months. The schedule will be updated as you meet & confirm your vendors. The schedule should be shared with key team players; Vendors (for there each individual duties) Bride, Groom, Parents and Bridal Party. This will keep everyone on top of what there responsible for and when. 5. the I Do’s…(Selecting Bridal Party & Inviting Guests):

While you and your fiancé are giving thought to the people you want to invite to take the role of attendants, make a list of and discuss them with each other. Remember this is an experience for you both. Ask those who have been in your life 100%. Choose your Maid/Matron of Honor/ Best Man wisely as they have huge shoes to fill and should be committed to the entire planning process. Invite those who are nearest and dearest to you at this most important moment in your life. A wedding is not just a party it’s a union you are entering into. How you handle the planning process may be an indication of how you both are going to deal with being married. The wedding is a couple’s day, so be sensitive to each other as major decisions are made. At the end of the process you want to be able to look back and know you have not just created a Special Day, but a guaranteed Experience your guests will treasure more than just a one day event. Please contact us for your 30 min. complimentary consultation. Remember Live everyday like it's a FABULOUS Party.