December 10, 2024

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Bride crying surrounded by bridesmaids and flower girls holding parasols

Samantha is an incredible stylist in Los Angeles, so when she reached out about her plans for a Parent Trap-inspired wedding day at the Greystone Mansion, I knew it would be the event of the year. Mixing together her love of this gorgeous city with classic European charm, their wedding day was truly chic from beginning to end. Capturing this stunning celebration was an absolute honor, and I’m thrilled to share their unforgettable day with you.

Iconic Los Angeles Vibes 

We started the day at the iconic Beverly Hills Hotel, where Samantha got ready with her family and bridal party. As someone who resides on the East Coast, I was so excited to shoot at such a fun and notable location. The pink walls and towering palm trees were the perfect backdrop for some fun solo portraits. And we ended up having the most classic L.A. moment – as we were finishing up Samantha’s portraits in the hotel lobby, Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez walked through! Ben even stopped to say congratulations to Samantha on her big day.

Greystone Mansion Weddings

If you want the look of a European wedding without leaving the U.S., there is truly nowhere better than Greystone Mansion. The Tudor-style mansion has acres of property with gorgeous fountains and towering shrubs, and Samantha and Price’s favorite – a stone terrace with a stunning view of Los Angeles. 

The property is quite large, so I traveled to L.A. a few days in advance to scope out the best spots for portraits. With Samantha and Price having both a large wedding party and family, I’m glad I was able to find the perfect spots to fit everyone comfortably! We chose to use the indoor space for Samantha and Price’s first look and then enjoyed the rest of our time walking around the gardens. 

Samantha and Price’s wedding day was entirely al fresco, from their ceremony on the lawn to dancing under the stars. Guests donned parasols for shade and watched the sunset behind the mansion during dinner. The day truly embodied her favorite character, Elizabeth James, in every way. 

Destination Wedding Photography 

Their wedding day wasn’t just visually stunning; it had so many heartfelt moments shared with their closest family and friends. As a wedding photographer, one of my greatest joys is connecting with couples like Samantha and Price. Each celebration is unique, and I approach every wedding with care and intention. Whether you’re planning a destination wedding or something closer to home, I’d love to help bring your vision to life. Let’s create something unforgettable together.

The Beverly Hills Hotel exterior
Solitaire engagement ring with wedding band and Cartier ring
Bride twirling in ballgown in the lobby of the Beverly Hills Hotel
Bride and groom portraits inside Greystone Mansion in Los Angeles
Bride wearing strapless ballgown holding white bouquet looking out a set of windows
Bride and groom walking in a wood paneled room with arches
Bride and groom in a hedge allee as bride fixes her dress
Bride and groom walking hand in hand through the allee at Greystone Mansion
Bride and groom smiling at each other while bride holds a parisol behind them
Candid photo of the bride, groom, and their wedding party on the stone steps at Greyview Mansion
Bride and bridesmaids holding parisols towards camera to block themselves
Flower girl lounging across two ceremony chairs and leaning on her grandfather
Bride and groom walking across garden grounds after their wedding ceremony conclusion
Guests milling atop the stone terrace at Greyview Mansion with an empty fountain in the foreground
Monogrammed wedding card box  with green and white details and two presents in front of it
Bride hugging guest during cocktail hour
Bride looking down surrounded by trees with sparse purple flowers
Groom kissing bride on the temple while she looks into camera
Bride and groom walking hand in hand through the grounds at the Greyview Mansion
Outdoor reception space at the Greyview Mansion with circular tables sand large white floral centerpieces
Guests eating dinner al fresco at Greyview Mansion
Bride and groom entering the reception space at Greyview Mansion
View of wedding reception space through gateway that passes under the Greyview mansion
Bride and groom laughing and talking with guests
Bride wiping tears sitting next to groom at sweetheart table during wedding speeches
Bride and groom slow dancing with foreheads touching
Bride wearing white mini dress with beaded details dancing with two women
Black convertible car with "Just married" banner hanging off the back, surrounded by wedding guests with streamers

Vendors:

Planner: Amber Events
Venue: Greystone Mansion
Photography: Liz Andolina Photography

"You are in the best hands with Liz and her team."

Liz is an incredibly talented photographer. We loved being around her and felt so at ease. We were confident she would capture everything perfectly as we just got to enjoy our magical wedding weekend. Liz captures the emotion, details, and special moments in the most talented and beautiful way. She is a fantastic planner, has a creative eye, and gets every single detail. From the amazing candids to the heartfelt portraits, her photos are truly stunning.

- Monika and Calum

"We could write a whole novel about how much we love Liz."

"Truly unparalleled artistic talent. Liz truly got to understand my husband and I as individuals and as a couple, and she used this knowledge throughout her work to capture beautiful, meaningful moments. We had Liz photograph every part of our wedding process - from the engagement shoot, to the bridal shower, the rehearsal dinner, and finally of course the wedding day. She is kind, enthusiastic, responsive, and an all around fantastic person. We cannot recommend her enough!”

- Amanda and tom

"Working with Liz Andolina was an absolute dream."

Not only is Liz extremely talented, she is kind, encouraging, perceptive, detail-oriented, organized and insightful. Her professionalism was unmatched and the care she put into our day meant so much to us. The photographs that she took, and the moments she captured, show how much of an artist she is, her keen eye and her innate talent. We will cherish these images for years to come. I cannot recommend her enough. We are forever grateful to her.

- emily and john

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