La Venta Inn Wedding Video | Kathryn + Michael
La Venta Inn Wedding Video | Kathryn + Michael
Palos Verdes Estates, CA
Filmed by One Story Weddings | Los Angeles Wedding Videographer
A Romantic Coastal Wedding in Palos Verdes
Kathryn and Michael’s wedding day at La Venta Inn was filled with heartfelt details, emotional moments, and cinematic beauty. With just over 60 guests, the celebration felt intimate yet luxurious—set against one of the most breathtaking ocean-view venues in Southern California.
The day began with personal preparations at home and at Shade Hotel in Manhattan Beach, followed by a stunning seaside ceremony and reception at the historic La Venta Inn in Palos Verdes Estates. As videographers, we were there from the very first look to their final private dance—capturing every unscripted laugh, joyful tear, and ocean breeze in between.
🌿 First Look, Personal Vows, and Ceremony by the Sea
One of the most touching moments of the day was Kathryn and Michael’s private first look, followed by personal vows shared on the property grounds. These heartfelt exchanges were filmed in golden natural light, with the rolling Palos Verdes hills behind them—a perfect setting to set the tone for their wedding film.
Their ceremony began at 4:30 PM, set on the La Venta Inn lawn with string lighting, coastal air, and a musical backdrop provided by DJ Diego of Vox DJs. Guests sipped strawberry basil lemonade and lemon-lavender water as they arrived—little touches that reflected the couple’s warm and welcoming style.
✨ An Intimate Reception with Sunset Views
Following the ceremony, guests transitioned to cocktail hour in the courtyard while we captured sunset portraits of the couple overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Inside, their candlelit reception featured thoughtful speeches from both fathers, as well as moving toasts from the Matron of Honor and Best Man.
As dinner was served—salmon, short ribs, and handcrafted cocktails—the mood turned celebratory. The couple’s first dance was made even more magical with cold sparkler effects by Amber Event Production.
Other highlights included:
Cake cutting featuring a custom two-flavor cake by The Butter End
Sunset champagne service and a French fry late-night snack station
A private last dance and confetti blast to close out the night
🎥 Why La Venta Inn is Ideal for Wedding Videography
Tucked into the hills of Palos Verdes Estates, La Venta Inn is one of Los Angeles County’s premier coastal wedding venues. Its Spanish architecture, manicured lawns, and panoramic ocean views make it an ideal backdrop for timeless wedding films.
As seasoned wedding videographers in Palos Verdes, we love capturing the natural light, open spaces, and intimate ambiance La Venta offers. Kathryn and Michael’s wedding was a perfect example of how personal storytelling and a beautiful location come together to create a cinematic, emotionally resonant wedding film.
📌 Planning your own La Venta Inn wedding? Learn more about our approach:
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💐 Vendor Team
Planner: A Signature Wedding | @asignaturewedding
Venue: La Venta Inn | @laventainn_pv
Catering: Made by Meg Catering | @madebymegcatering
Officiant: Great Officiants | @greatofficiants
Florals: Beautiful Savage Flowers | @beautifulsavageflowers
DJ: Vox DJs | @voxdjs
Photography: Aubrey Oothout Photo | @aubreyoothoutphoto
Videography: One Story Weddings | @onestory.weddings
Cake: The Butter End | @thebutterend
Rentals: Bright Event Rentals | @brighteventrentals
Draping & Decor: Amber Event Production | @ambereventproduction
Signage: Peony & Plum | @peonyandplum
Photo Booth: Majestic Photobooths | @majesticbooths
Hair & Makeup: Bright Crystal Weddings | @brightcrystalwedding
Transportation: The Perfect Event | @theperfectevent.inc
Transportation: Crown Limo | @crownlimola
📍 Venue Address
La Venta Inn
796 Via Del Monte
Palos Verdes Estates, CA 90274
laventa.com
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