2013 - Portrait & Family Session Favorites

December 27, 2013 in Families, Lifestyle, Portrait, Events

2013 has been one hectic year. Aside from engagements and weddings, I never really got to blog any of the portraits and family sessions. So to make up for all the lost blog posts, here are few of my favorites from the portrait and family sessions (I'll post my favorite engagement and wedding in couple of days)

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The True Love at First Sight

January 17, 2013 in Events, Lifestyle

It's unexplainable, except the fact that it was love at first sight... and on January 15th, I finally understand what love at first sight really means..

Please welcome our pride and joy to the world :)

Event Photography - Leslie's Retro 70's Party at The Reef Restaurant

April 24, 2012 in Events

Calling this an epic birthday party would be an understatement. Retro 70's decorations was intact, everyone showcased flower power, leisure suits and disco mama maxi dresses. Of course you can't have a 70's party without hanging the disco ball while rocking out the groovy music!

We have to admit, Leslie sure know how to throw a party! This was a birthday celebration that went far and beyond the typical dinner and the cake.. Thank you Leslie for allowing us to document and celebrate your birthday. Hope you enjoy the photos as much as we enjoy taking them :)

LA Beerathon ... the unofficial one

April 18, 2012 in Events, Lifestyle

Back in February, during lunch with my old coworkers, Michael (or aka "Mr. Pasadena") was hyping up this inaugural, first in LA event, call the LA Beerathon. It's an event derived from the successful annual NYC Beerathon that tests your beer stamina, 26 different beers at 26 different venues in downtown LA, a drink 'til you succeed type of event. Being a light weight, I didn't care too much for it, I figure I'll be a goner after 3 pints. But when Mr. Pasadena asked me to be part of his Brew Crew and photograph the event, I was more happy to accept! After all, it's always fun when photographing drunk friends ;)

Now fast track to last week of March, the organizers announced its cancellation of the event due to conflicts with California Department of Alcohol Beverage Control. I won't go into details here but if you're curious you can always check it out HERE. So despite the cancellation and forecast rain, we still troop on to the venues and had an amazing time! We didn't finish all 26 venues but we got to give them huge credit for providing specials and made this "unofficial" LA Beerathon great! For a full article on how Mr. Pasadena saves Los Angeles, please head over to Pasadena Now link at the end of the post.

For now, please enjoy the photos:

CHEERS!!

For more information check out the following links:

Mr. Pasadena

Pasadena Now Article

Event | San Gabriel Mission Playhouse Photo Shoot | 07.31.2011

August 02, 2011 in Events, HDR

Throughout the last 15+ years that I lived in the San Gabriel Valley, I've only been here only once for a school play. So when I saw the invite for this photo event, I was excited to check out this gem located in the heart of a historic neighborhood!

The event started with Steve talking about the history of the Playhouse, its architecture and some interesting ghost stories... I guess like what one attendee photog said, "everything old have ghost stories behind it".

So here are some of my shots through out the day, special thanks to Steve and the folks at San Gabriel Mission Playhouse, and everyone at ReadyArtwork.com for setting up this event!

Seascape Country Club Wedding | Brittney + Jason | 06.11.2011

June 17, 2011 in Events, Weddings

It was awesome to finally meet Brittney & Jason! I was honored to be their wedding photographer merely base on my good friend's (Shuttergenic Photography) recommendations and not knowing what to expect, we drove all the way up to Aptos, CA to celebrate their special day. We had an amazing time shooting throughout the day, both Brittney & Jason (and their awesome wedding party) was so prepped and ready for any photo opportunities. On top of being so photogenic, they also love having a great time and party it up with everyone they love. Just check out the photos, I'm certain that you'll get some 'awww's', and guarantee laughters!

Thanks Brittney & Jason for allowing us to be part of your special day!

Individual photos (and additional photos) will be upload on my facebook fanpage in the next couple of days to allow tagging and photo sharing. So make sure to become a fan!

JP's Christening

May 18, 2011 in Events

I don't recall ever writing up a entry with this many photos, nor imagine taking photos in the high hundreds for a Christening event. As tradition for the rite of admission into Christianity, it was JP's big day and the Santiagos did not skimp on this celebration. In addition to having the ceremony at the gorgeous Wayfarer Chapel in Rancho Palos Verdes, the after party luncheon buffet was held at the Terranea Resort. It was a fun filled day that includes airplanes and rainbow balloon decorations... custom designed cake and yummy macaroons... a clown and face painting for the kids... martinis and open bar for the adults! On a side note, I am so thankful that my partner in crime (my fiancee) was able to second shoot for me and capture so many angles that I wouldn't have been able to capture! So huge credit goes to her!

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Congratulation - Mike & Lai

May 08, 2011 in Events, Personal

We were honored to attend an amazing wedding last night; the union of high-school sweethearts, Mike & Lai! You can just tell from the look in their eyes, after 12 years they are still madly and deeply in love with each other. Of course as a photo geek, I brought my 5d for some random snapshots to capture the moments... hopefully they'll enjoy some of these shots I got for them.

Also, I want to note that we attended the wedding as personal friends.. By all means, they hired the talented Kim Le from Kim Le Photography as their photographer, so I have no doubt that they'll have some amazing photos to reflect back on.

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Surprise Party @ Party Kingdom

April 03, 2011 in Events

An awesome surprise birthday party for Elle (8) & Jayden (3) I don't think the kids were too impressed with their crowns & capes.. O_o

just your "typical" family portrait-

make a wish -

the rockstar in training -

it's the Amazing Spider-Man Rafael Mutant Turtle!

Jayden 'web-blasting' away at his daddy..

Birthday Star!

March 27, 2011 in Events

Can you believe this is my first time ever at Chuck E Cheese?!! Kids, Games, Pizza, Chicken Wings, and a scary mouse.. no better way to spend a 2nd birthday =)