Jessica + Gautam
One of the great things about Southern California is the weather and seaside weddings. Jessica and Gautam had both recently. A storm cleared just in time for their outdoor wedding along the water in Laguna Beach. They started with a traditional Indian wedding on the upper deck of Capri Laguna Inn. Next was a western [...]
Christina + Wally panoramas
I’ve been longing to photograph a wedding just using my panorama rig. My goal is give the viewer a sense of actually being in the middle of the action. I got my chance with Christina and Wally at The Ebell Club in Long Beach. They both happen to be photojournalists too so I wanted to [...]
Judy + Randy
Judy and Randy made it official after dating for 11 years. They began the day with tea, tea, and more tea in a morning Chinese tea ceremony. And get this, the wedding ceremony was at a golf resort…tee off! Lame pun I know:) It was also another cool reunion for me to see her sister [...]
Amy + Mike
True to Chinese wedding tradition, before Mike could claim his bride Amy he and his groomsmen had to jump through a few hoops, albeit updated from those of old China.
First was agility: Passing an orange between them without using their hands.
Second there was the feats of strength: two groomsmen had to drop and do 20 [...]
Judy + Randy engagement
I first met Judy and Randy while photographing her sister Vicky’s wedding a few years ago. Randy was also the best man. It was a party then and I’m sure it will be a party in October.
For the engagement shoot we started out at Pasadena City Hall. The “California Mediterranean” style as it’s called made [...]
Claire + Tan
Claire and Tan, sweethearts of more than 7 years, tied the knot Vietnamese style. It was a day steeped in tradition with offerings of gifts, tea ceremonies, homage to ancestors, gratitude towards parents and family. Claire wore an elaborate red Ao dai and later changed into a white wedding gown for the reception at Pacific [...]
Barbra + Davis
Davis popped the question to his college sweetheart Barbra on a camping trip to Big Sur on the Pacific coast. So it was fitting that they were married at the Wayfarer’s Chapel overlooking the ocean in Palos Verdes. After the ceremony the couple hopped into Davis’ restored 1946 Willys Jeep Station Wagon for a quick [...]
Valerie + John
No sandcastle was safe from this couple who made like Groomzilla and Bridezilla (the good kind) for some fun photos on the beach following their wedding at Leo Carrillo State Beach. Valerie and John kept it a cozy affair with close friends and family in a secluded cove with waves crashing in the background. Then [...]
Katy + Jonathan
Katy and Jonathan went for some unique touches on their wedding day at the Sportsmen’s Lodge in Studio City. There was sword play, Tinkerbell wings, a musical tribute to Flash Gordon, post-reception bowling, and a cake in the likeness of their cat. Congratulations Katy and Jonathan! Have fun in Maui!
Beth + Burgess
Beth and Burgess were married on a warm sunny day at Malibou Lake Mountain Club. The ceremony was a blend of Christianity and Judaism with a rabbi and the groom’s father taking part. Afterwards we dashed across the street for some portraits along the scenic lake. The night was topped off with no shortage of [...]
Yvonne + Albert
Yvonne and Albert tied the knot in the original sanctuary of the world-famous Crystal Cathedral. I’ve shot here before and the sprawling campus has many great places for photos. The reception at the Empress Harbor in Monterey Park included a traditional Chinese banquet. I have to admit I never mind returning here because the food [...]
Sharon + Josiah
These guys were up for anything. The crazier the better. Take a ride in a shopping cart in full wedding dress? No problem! Leap off the church steps? Too easy! Sharon and Josiah were a thrill to work with on their wedding day in Claremont. I just had to keep the crazy ideas coming.