LACMA | Playa Vista: Engagement Session – Eugene + Cassie
June 14, 2010 | filed under engagement
I usually have a list of locations that I give our couples for potential places we could do an engagement session. However, nothing beats picking a location that is special between them.
Playa Vista is special for Eugene and Cassie. It’s like an oasis in Los Angeles, a place I could imagine myself living in. Being based far north in Valencia, its proximity to all things essential in LA got me really envious.
After Playa Vista, we headed to LA County Museum of Art. I did an engagement there a few years ago and so I thought I would do it differently this time and inject some off-camera flash flavor.
In a few days, our whole family, will be heading off the country for a much awaited vacation, it was nice to cap things off with them.
Vince
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Pavillion By The Lake, Atascadero | St. James Episcopal, Paso Robles | Wedding: Michael + Jess
June 8, 2010 | filed under weddings
Michael and Jess, a couple that truly complement each other. They brought us all the way from Los Angeles and having spent a day being part of this special occasion was a pleasure.
I’m in awe of the place, it was a big contrast to the bustle of metropolitan LA. The sun was harsh but it was still cozy.
I couldn’t have orchestrated their “first look” any better, Jess planned it really well. It was like Romeo and Juliet, a moment that would make Carla easily cry. My thanks to Nik Esguerra for second shooting.
On a footnote, a facebook like button now appears specifically for each blog entry. It’s way down before the comment section. This got me fired-up and so I did a test. Excuse me for “liking” my own post. =)
Vince
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Engagement Session Preview: Eugene + Cassie
June 4, 2010 | filed under engagement
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Wedding Preview: Jessica + Michael
June 2, 2010 | filed under weddings
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UCLA – Royce Hall | E-Session | Savio + Grace
February 24, 2010 | filed under weddings
I encourage costumes and props during engagement sessions. Here’s what they told me they’re bringing:
- A formal dress for a wedding: Oh I thought maybe it was something formal fit for a wedding guest.
- School uniforms: Oh, I thought they’re bringing school shirts since Savio works at USC and Grace studied at UCLA. That’s nice.
Then the day came, I caught a glimpse of Grace and WOW!… a wedding dress…a very beautiful one at that! She brought it from Hongkong and they told me she wasn’t using it on her wedding day. I was blown away, I always endeavor to capture something unique every-time I shoot and this surely makes it easy.
Then it was time for the uniforms. Once more, instead of the shirts they brought their highschool uniforms back from Hongkong. They were classmates thus the uniforms.
I had fun, as always. It was a bummer the library and classrooms were closed but the unexpected surprises and wonderful company made the whole afternoon enjoyable and worthwhile.
Vince
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Thanks Vince!! It was a wonderful afternoon. We love the pictures. We just can’t stop looking at them again and again : )
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It was our pleasure. We’re glad you guys love them!
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nice set.
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Thanks Dads
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E-Session Preview: Savio + Grace
February 18, 2010 | filed under weddings
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Newborn Photography | Our Home in Santa Clarita, Valencia | Mikaela Angeli
February 9, 2010 | filed under others
We didn’t think we’d be doing another baby shoot, until a friend from work approached us for her baby’s photos..Although a bit apprehensive for the shoot considering the experience we had with jacob like ‘accidents’ that required several diaper changes; mikaela was just irresistible..
And it wasn’t as difficult as we expected..For a first time mom, Giselle was the calmest and most patient..
Special thanks to lisa for helping us out.
Carla
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Maternity and Baby Photography | Santa Clarita | Los Angeles | A New Addition to the Family
February 7, 2010 | filed under others
Although we were already in photography when Isabella was born, we realized that we didn’t get any formal and stylized photo of her. An oversight, that we vowed not do again. It was always in the back of our minds, but we didn’t do the maternity photos up until two days before Carla’s scheduled c-section.
As for the newborn shoot, our target was to do it on his 2nd week so we can capture him sleeping in a fetal position. Jacob was almost on his third week when he took his photo, he was showing signs of slowly stretching out of it. The exercise, turned out harder than I imagined. You really need a lot of patience and I guess the skill to know a newborn’s temperament. A task that I couldn’t imagine doing again. I now have nothing but sincere admiration for photographers who do this for a living.
And yes, Jacob kept us busy the latter part of last year. We kinda went on a short hiatus. Now we have adjusted and with a renewed fervor to shoot weddings.
Looking back, I’m glad we did what we did for Jacob. We know he’s gonna treasure them when he grows as old as we are now.
Vince
PS. I did another newborn shoot for one of Carla’s friend. Armed with our previous experience, it was easier, but still arduous. Plus the fact we had two more people helping me compared to our duo when we were photographing Jacob.
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What a cutie and beautiful pictures! Congratulations on the beatiul addition to the family!
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Thanks Jen! Our regards to Ed.
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Absolutely beautiful wedding. Jessica was a vision & Michael was so very handsome. The vows they exchanged with one another were so heart felt and I am sure there was not one dry eye in the church. Their smiles tell it all they are so happy and in love. It was such a fabulous wedding and I had the time of my life! Thank-you Vince for capturing that very special day!
Your pictures will be the lasting memory of that wonderful day. Already you’ve captured the essence of the day and shots of things we didn’t even know were going on. I can’t wait to see the entire album. Thank you for your creativity and professionalism.
Janet/Gretchen, we appreciate the feedback. You were all gracious, thank you!
When I first met Michael (back in 2002?!), I knew Jessica had met a kind, sincere, and genuine person; someone who I could definitely envision her marrying… so, after several years, seeing them get married was such a touching and heartfelt occasion. They’re a very special couple, and I wish them a life of love, happiness, and blessings. These beautiful photos truly captured the loving essence of that special day.
Vince,
Thank you so much!! Michael and I LOVE all the photos. I can’t even count how many people have commented on how amazing the photo turned out. We are so thankful you were willing to drive to Paso to capture our special day. Thank you for making us feel at ease and putting up with the heat.
Thank you again for capturing our day and giving us hundreds and hundreds of special moments captured by your and Nick’s camera.
Jess + Micheal