2010 | In Engagements, by Ray

Lisa + Arvin are really sweet together. We started in their favorite date spot, Ti Couz cafe in the Mission, then going up to Dolores park to stroll with their headstrong Pekingese, Bobbie. :) It’s apparent that they’re very comfortable in their own skin and it was just a fun session despite my fear of getting my car towed in the city. Can’t wait to hang out again in Bali soon!

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Jean + Peter: Oahu, Hawai’i 04/27/2010 | In Weddings, by Ray

I had the most incredible time in Hawai’i with Jean + Peter! They met in a hospital where they work and as they say, the rest is history. Jean looked absolutely gorgeous, Pete gave one of the best groom speeches of all time, and we partied like rockstars! And it was great to work with Sandra again from Finishing Touch. My talented friend Maurice came to second shoot for me.

Getting ready: Sunset Beach Colony

Venue: Loulu Palm Estate

Dress: Vera Wang

Flowers: Yvonne Floral Design

DJ: Troy Michael

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A little swim before getting ready

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Peeking through as the guests were arriving

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Daniel Aguilar: Thank you for all the inspiration. You shoot. I learn. ( 04/27/2010 - 18:49 ) Girish: Well done ! Must say great shots. Like the way your shots are lit. Very very warm feeling to the shots.The tree shot would be one of my favorite. ( 04/27/2010 - 19:16 ) Kelly : Amazing shots! Any idea where the bride got her accessories? ( 04/27/2010 - 20:05 ) Rafa: Great pictures, congrats my friend! ( 04/27/2010 - 20:11 ) Steven Young: Ray, these are masterful. ( 04/27/2010 - 20:53 ) Quin Cheung: Ray you ARE a rockstar!!!! Loved the crazy flare during the dance. Also loved the shot of the girl getting flipped around. Keep raiding the bar friend. ( 04/27/2010 - 21:12 ) sam hassas: The flair gods have blessed thee. I\'ve never seen flair like that. Dude. ( 04/27/2010 - 23:12 ) Wesley Nulens: You cal this working? You have way too much fun :)Fantastic job!! ( 04/28/2010 - 00:05 ) Will Pateman Photography: Love the tree shot and the last one..fantastic light ( 04/28/2010 - 06:54 ) daniel kudish: these are sick Ray! so much goodness in one post. ( 04/28/2010 - 08:52 ) Reshma Haugen: These are great! Jean looks gorgeous! The one of you two by the big tree is hilarious, and why is there always a shot of a half-naked Burroughs? ( 04/28/2010 - 13:06 ) Ida: Beautiful photography! My favorite is Pete screaming on the dance floor... ( 04/28/2010 - 13:08 ) Lauren Silus: Beautiful photos and documentation of the fabulous event! Pete and Jean look amazing! ( 04/28/2010 - 13:14 ) John Burroughs: Solid! Best wedding photos I\'ve seen! ( 04/28/2010 - 13:15 ) Allison Campion: Great photos! You really captured the event! ( 04/28/2010 - 13:24 ) Maile Young: LOVE the banyon tree photo...very editorial. Also I really like the shadowy one at the end. Jean so beautiful! ( 04/28/2010 - 13:45 ) David Josue: Amazing work, the first dance pic was insane! ( 04/28/2010 - 14:11 ) Carrie Peterson: What amazing photographs!! So beautiful... ( 04/28/2010 - 14:27 ) kari thompson: you guys look incredible. what an amazing wedding!! ( 04/28/2010 - 14:53 ) John Haugen: impressive work. more please. ( 04/28/2010 - 15:47 ) Mary Dickerson: Gorgeous photographs! (Although the amazingly photogenic couple doesn\'t hurt). Was wonderful reliving that night through these pictures. ( 04/28/2010 - 16:36 ) Jeanne: Pictures are stunning! I had an amazing time at the wedding! ( 04/28/2010 - 18:14 ) Marcus Monroe: Wonderful Pics. Many great moments captured forever! ( 04/28/2010 - 19:25 ) Salil: Beautiful pics Pete and Jean! Wish we were there. ( 04/28/2010 - 19:28 ) Katie: Amazing pics..you both look so beautiful and happy! ( 04/28/2010 - 19:28 ) Neil Badlani: Great pics. I want to go back to Hawaii! ( 04/28/2010 - 20:37 ) Jayant: Looks like you all had a great time! Beautiful pictures, wish we had been there! ( 04/28/2010 - 22:40 ) Rekha: Love, love, love, LOVE the pics!! Absolutely amazing. I think it helps that Pete and Jean make a beautiful couple...and the wedding was equally beautiful! ( 04/29/2010 - 07:12 ) Joan Kwong: Beautiful photos from a beautiful wedding! Can\'t wait to see the rest.... ( 04/29/2010 - 09:50 ) Bryan: Amazing pics! Love the tree shot and the backlit make-out at the end! fantastic shots!! ( 04/29/2010 - 11:15 ) George Karris: Beautiful pics! Thanks for letting me be a part of it! ( 04/29/2010 - 17:57 ) Marcy Jordan: Amazing work, beautiful couple...simply stunning! ( 04/29/2010 - 18:57 ) Andrew: The lighting is fantastic! ( 04/30/2010 - 07:38 ) patricia: absolutely beautiful. Thanks for sharing! ( 04/30/2010 - 11:19 ) Chrissie: Awesome photos! ( 04/30/2010 - 15:30 ) Brandon: Have I told you yet that I\'m your number one fan? You and Maurice did a wonderful job ( 04/30/2010 - 15:41 ) Adam: Wonderful photos! Really nice shots! ( 04/30/2010 - 20:54 ) phil panzarella: As a photographer..awesome work..................outstanding! ( 05/02/2010 - 10:15 ) Rick Powers: Very beautiful photographs. Of course, the setting was awesome. Had a wonderful time! ( 05/02/2010 - 19:51 ) Joe: Beautiful canvas, beautiful people and beautiful art work.... amazing photos! ( 05/04/2010 - 06:55 ) max: I love the last one,great job ( 05/09/2010 - 22:58 )

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Anne + David: Houston, Texas 04/23/2010 | In Weddings, by Ray

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I had fun hanging out with Anne + David in Houston, Texas. It’s the first time I’ve been in Houston and I love it! Great weather, awesome couple with a great story, and just a chill wedding officiated by David’s father. My friend Jason Tran helped me second shot this wedding.

Venue: La Colombe d’Or
Coordinator: Anne-Marie Leahy
Dress: Elizabeth Filmore
Shoes: Stuart Weitzman
Florist: www.secretfloralgarden.com
Cake: www.worldcateringhouston.com
Band: www.marshallfordswingband.com

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Practicing their first dance before the ceremony

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Jennifer + Ismael: The 2ON1 Workshop 04/06/2010 | In Portraits, Workshop, by Apertura

Another set from our 3rd 2ON1 Private Workshop live shoot!

The 2ON1 Private Workshop is designed to get the highest amount of learning catered to your needs based on your current photography level. It’s like two workshops in one! Learn from Ray + Erwin, an award-winning team of photographers that shoot with different views but focusing on effective story telling through capturing emotions. It will be a full-throttle 2-day workshop that is designed to get you thinking, not to tell you how to do things. No hype, no BS.

Want in? Please email us at info@aperturaphoto.com with “2ON1″ as the subject.

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