Nothing makes us happier than a beaming bride and groom. We feed off our clients’ energy and Krystle + Ben fueled us all day with their happy glow. Krystle looked amazing in her Vera Wang and the family bond is very palpable. We cried (ehm, a little) during the emotional father/daughter dance and danced along with the amazing band. As always, it was great working with Carolyn Chen again and it was truly an all-star team of vendors. Congrats again Krys + Ben!


Ceremony: Event Lawn at Pelican Hill
Reception: Mar Vista at Pelican Hill
Coordinator: Carolyn Chen
Florist: Nisie
Band: Impulse
Videographer: Elysium

Arvin + Lisa rule! I had the honor of flying for 16 hours to shoot their wedding in paradise on earth, Bali. It was the first time I shot a wedding in wicking t-shirt because it was super hot and humid. Lisa looked stunning in her Carolina Herrera dress and Arvin cool in his Armani tux. They exchanged vows inside the beautiful Infinity Chapel at the Conrad. The reception happened under a grand white tent on the Ocean Garden and they used the Fuji Instax mini instant photos for wedding favors. It’s lovely to witness Lisa + Arvin’s celebration in one of the most beautiful places on earth, surrounded by their family including Lisa’s 5 handful, adorable nephews. :-)


Ceremony: Infinity Chapel – Conrad Hotel, Bali
Reception: Ocean Garden – Conrad Hotel, Bali
Coordinator: Devi Tamren
Cake: Ixora Cake
Special thanks to my buddy Ed Atrero for coming along and second shot for me.

Linda + Nelson are one of the most chill people I know so far.   I had the pleasure of shooting their wedding with Vanessa in this fun-filled day which includes a Korean Opera Singer, a roast by the best man, a brand-spankin’ new IPad (which it honestly made me want to actually participate in their games :P) and just happiness.  And yes, for the wedding dress enthusiasts, Linda is wearing the same style wedding dress featured in the movie The Hangover, my favorite movie ever!  Carolyn Chen of  The Special Day did a marvelous job designing and coordinating the event.

Location:  Sheraton Hotel, Anaheim

Event Design & Coordinating:  The Special Day

Cake: Sweet & Saucy Shop

Flowers:  Mille Fiori Floral Design

Makeup and Hairstylist:  Joyce Luck

Wedding Dress:  Amsale

Nelson Chillin – Shot by Vanessa

I love this portrait, shot by Vanessa

A diptych of the gorgeous Linda, the left side by me and the right by Vanessa

The following awesome shot was by Vanessa:

I had tons of fun shooting this wedding! Anne & Mike are very easygoing and trusted me to do what I do best, to create real images. Lots of awesome details including a badass Packard as the bride’s limo, seersucker suits for Mike and his and groomsmen, and the guests were transported via Santa Barbara Old Trolleys. Anne was very emotional throughout the day but really let loose at the reception and the band really brought the house down. I love my job! :) Special thanks to my second shooter Ari Simphoukham for coming along.

Ceremony: Santa Barbara Mission
Reception: Four Seasons The Biltmore, Santa Barbara
Coordinator: Kelsey Sheofsky from Alison Events
Florist: Brown Paper Design
Band: The Cowling Band
Papers: Dauphine Press