Ana Isabel Photography

08/12/2020

Last week, I shared about how Tara Melvin from Perfect Planning Events successfully turned The Signature C.E.O Conference to an all-virtual event due to COVID. Now, I'm sharing a behind the scenes look of what it takes to produce one.
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Planning: Tara Melvin from Perfect Planning Events
Balloons: Aniela Rose
Draping & podium: Fabrication Events Inc
Hair: Go By Geohaghan
Entertainment: Washington Talent Agency & Perfekt Blend
Video: Capital Films DC

The Signature CEO Conference became all virtual for 2020 Due to COVID-19 and restrictions with large gatherings, the founder Tara Melvin, from Perfect Planning events, made the move swiftly. Tara a…

08/02/2020

Maryssa & Alex said, "I do" in an intimate ceremony at Overhills Mansion surrounded by their immediate family to include their cute pup!

A big congratulations to the newlyweds Maryssa & Alex!

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Florals: Flowers by Judy
Venue: Whitehouse Caterers at Overhills Mansion

07/23/2020

Ready for the day where "masks required" means this kinda mask! 🦹🏽 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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planned and designed this event with the collaboration of the following event professionals: .photobooths

07/21/2020

Christina and Brandon exchanged vows at the DC War Memorial in an intimate ceremony this weekend. Their family and friends watched from afar and celebrated virtually with them.

A big congratulations to Christina & Brandon!

07/21/2020

Congratulations to Kinship/Métier on their 2020 Michelin Star! Daphne & Aseem said "I do" at Métier on 02/02/2020 and it was truly a one-of-a-kind wedding. Cheers to celebrating milestones!

07/15/2020

It's election day in Texas! So today, I'm sharing photos from Senator Elizabeth Warren's campaign stop in Secretary Julián Castro's home town!

It’s always exciting when Secretary Julián Castro introduces Senator Warren at events, but even more so when it’s in San Antonio, TX. The large crowd gathered at Historic Sunset Station…

07/02/2020

I photographed Harris County Judge Lina Hildago in Houston, TX for the Elizabeth Warren campaign in February. Earlier this week, one of her staff tested positive for COVID-19 and she immediately went into quarantine. While she tested negative, she said something on a call that stuck with me: "I feel strong and have plenty of work to do. I've had a lot of people send me messages saying, 'I'm so glad you're resting,' but resting is the last thing I'm doing."

06/22/2020

June is Pride month! And today, we're highlighting LGBTQ+ friendly event planners in San Antonio.

Along with LGBTQ+ Friendly Venues, it is important to also highlight event planners in San Antonio. Professional event planners are a key element to every event’s success. They are your ally …

06/15/2020

With today's ruling, it's a great time to share LGBTQ+ friendly wedding venues in San Antonio! It's important to support places that are welcoming to us AND are supporting marriage equality next to us.

As we strive for inclusivity in the LGBTQ+ community, it’s also important that we celebrate our milestones in venues that stand for equality. I’ve gathered a list of event spaces that a…

06/11/2020

If you grew up in an immigrant family in the US, the thought of getting yearly family portraits isn't really a "thing." That's why when this Peruvian family reached out, I knew it was going to be amazing. The parents took a bit to warm up but once they did, they share some really nice laughs together.

05/29/2020

We've all been there: a virtual meeting where someone doesn't realize they need to muted themselves. There is an etiquette to attending these meetings so I've gathered a quick tip list for your next one.

As we move to more virtual meetings, there are a few things we should keep in mind when networking online or attending business meetings. Dress like you would in person – Your brand matters r…

05/28/2020

Smaller intimate weddings are definitely "in" for 2020!

Smaller intimate weddings will be the tone of 2020 moving forward. No matter the changes we are experiencing this year we are keeping the important thing going. Stay tuned for some exciting plans we have in store!
Photographer: Ana Isabel Martínez Chamorro