http://blog.vinceandcarla.com brewing light through photography Thu, 26 Jan 2012 06:21:08 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } What a great way to cap off the year 2011.. A great weather; a cool groom with a calm and collected bride. Here’s Miguel and Cindy’s wedding story. Enjoy! What is your most unforgettable wedding moment? Cindy: I clearly do not remember alot, alot of things because of how nervous I was, but one thing [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/paramount-church-wedding-bellflower-cerritos-senior-center-miguel-cindy/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } We are very excited to post this blog since it is the first time that we have incorporated the couple’s perspective about their wedding. We thought it would be more meaningful and would add more impact to their wedding photos. It is after all, their wedding story. What is your most unforgettable wedding moment? The [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/st-brendan-church-wedding-hilton-pasadena-don-nina/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } How lucky, celebrating one’s birthday on one’s wedding day, is it? Be sure to ask for a pair of gifts in the years to come for a wedding anniversary/birthday presents Kat. What do i love about this wedding? Tons! but first on the list is Kat’s smile. She has this very sincere smile which just [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/st-mariana-de-paredes-wedding-pico-rivera-lunasia-alhambra-remil-kat/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } They just officially said their I Do’s a few hours ago.. and we missed it.:( We wish we were there at your wedding. We are so happy for you Coco and Ches for finding love, taking ‘home’ the love and deciding to let love grow. Congratulations and Best Wishes! I was so teary eyed when [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/engagement/golden-gate-bridge-engagement-session-san-francisco-franco-francesca/ http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/saint-anthony-of-padua-wedding-gardena-tamayo-restaurant-los-angeles-jaime-denise/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } Crystal Marquis has a special place in our hearts. We have nothing but good words for Art (DJ/Coordinator) and Crystal Marquis. What I love about this wedding is Nancy’s general attitude.. She was enjoying her wedding day. Maybe she’s good at hiding the usual jitteriness that brides are usually faced with, or she’s used to [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/sacred-heart-catholic-church-wedding-los-angeles-crystal-marquis-esteban-nancy/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } There’s so much to say and there’s so much to love about this wedding… First of all, I wanted to be at Matt and Shabnam’s wedding, I loved their engagement photos. I was excited to meet them personally. I’ve always been partial to jewish weddings because i find the wedding rituals fascinating.. I love how [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/marriot-marina-del-rey-persian-jewish-wedding-matthew-shabnam/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } 130 acres of Malibu Wine Country, 4 venues. I’ve been to one, “The Oaks” and I was awed. On Aneese and Jana’s it was the “Garden Patio”, and I was still wonderstruck. We planned on doing a “Ferris Wheel” shot way before the wedding day, when we got there, a photoshoot was being done by [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/calamigos-ranch-wedding-the-garden-patio-malibu-aneese-jana/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } I actually had a good time during the photo selection process.. I loved that tim and tina prepared a lot of props to be used in the session. Loved the pinwheels, the balloons and the bike .Bonelli park was perfect.the lake and the trees were gorgeous! The ‘bike set’ is my favorite coz they looked [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/engagement/bonelli-park-engagement-session-san-dimas-azusa-pacific-university-tim-tina/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } It was my first time to be in the Culver City Hotel. Oozing with old Hollywood charm and mystery…it was the perfect backdrop for Melissa’s prep shots. I just recently learned that in 1997, it was placed on the National Register of Historic Places ; where Wizard of Oz and Gone with Wind were filmed [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/smogshoppe-wedding-culver-city-hotel-glenn-melissa/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } James and Dalene planned to elope in Las Vegas. They decided otherwise and thought it was best to share their happiest moment with friends and family. I’m glad that they decided to go through with the wedding. They really pulled it off given the few months of preparation. I love the details and props that [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/fantasea-wedding-marriot-marina-del-rey-james-dalene/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } A common friend introduced me to Addar; that is why it was easy to establish a rapport with her and the rest of the wedding party. With a Vera Wang gown adding to her bubbly personality, she just sparkled! She was surely having the time of her life at her wedding. Thanks again Mark for [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/brand-park-glendale-castaways-burbank-wedding-marlon-addar/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } I’m glad we did this session even if it was a couple of weeks before their wedding. We even had their guestbook ready in time. “Teddy” was a wonderful addition to photos, he was always ready to please James and Dalene which I thought was so cute. It was my first time to do an [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/engagement/santa-monica-and-lacma-engagement-session-james-dalene/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } What is there to love about Kevin and Brittney’s wedding? Everything! I love the location! Rancho Camulos is a national historic museum located a few miles from where we live. Never visited this place until a week before the wedding for an ocular. It felt like stepping into a time capsule and being transported back [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/rancho-camulos-ranch-wedding-los-angeles-kevin-brittney/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } It means a lot already when couples come back after a wedding or an engagement to share a few words of appreciation for a ‘job that is loved coz they think it is well done’. Such words acknowledge our purpose and add substance to our existence (for drama’s sake):) For us, that’s more than enough. [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/featured/featured-destination-brides-a-thousand-threads/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } I actually begged vince to assist him in this wedding since I heard so much about them. (remember their e- sesh last april?). We love Lance and Jaime coz they are passionate about a lot of things and they take pride in doing most things their way (well most things wedding- related, that I can [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/aliso-creek-inn-golf-resort-wedding-laguna-beach-lance-jaime/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } I had so much fun doing their engagement session and I really looked  forward to this wedding.  It was a classic ‘boy meets girl’ scenario; ‘hi’s and hello’s’ exchanged at the elevator (they work for different employers in the same building) which eventually progressed into a relationship and culminated into this wedding. Congratulations you guys! [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/san-fernando-mission-odyssey-restaurant-granada-hills-wedding-peter-jeanette/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } After more than 50+ plus weddings this is my very first ever local wedding. Although Santa Clarita is part of Los Angeles county, it is somehow detached in a sense that it is situated on the top edge of the map. Nearby places that come to mind only include San Fernando Valley and Palmdale. Setting [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/hyatt-valencia-blessed-kateri-valencia-country-club-wedding-allen-laura/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } Our first wedding after our vacation, I still had a touch of jetlag but the fun I had was a better remedy than a can of Redbull! Nicole’s attention to detail is shown in the many aspects that made their wedding fun and special. I remember her call a few months ago when she explained [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/calamigos-ranch-malibu-wedding-westlake-village-inn-matt-and-nicole/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } One of the highlights of our month-long summer vacation in the Philippines is a side trip to Vietnam and Cambodia. If there is one place in Southeast Asia that I’d gladly visit again, it would be Vietnam. There’s so many places especially in the northern region waiting to be explored. It was nice to travel [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/others/photoblog-cambodia-and-vietnam/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } I can’t believe it’s been a month since my sister’s wedding and I look back with a lot of thoughts. It was nice to see family and friends once again..it certainly made it easier to get in touch with the ‘long lost ones’…I wish I had more time to spend with them during the wedding [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/fernbrooks-garden-manila-philippines-wedding-epa-mai/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } The last wedding in June before we head out of the country for a much anticipated vacation. A couple of weddings in the family these coming days. A cousin’s wedding where I’ll be part of the groomsmen, an exciting thing since the pressure is off to cover important wedding details:) and Carla’s sister’s wedding which [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/upper-las-virgines-open-space-preserve-park-calabasas-green-ranch-wedding-greg-debra/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } I have known and worked with Rina for more than 5 years now….during the early days (during break time) we talked about, wondered and prayed? for The Man of Her Dreams. I think any woman who believes in love and marriage, at one point in her life dreams about the man that she will eventually [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/wilshire-grand-hotel-downtown-los-angeles-saint-vincent-de-paul-sportsmens-lodge-studio-city-wedding-john-rina/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } Even though I have covered weddings at Crystal Marquis several times, I am still fascinated how each and every wedding I’ve done there is unique. I guess every wedding has its own personality and it is exuded by the bride and groom as well as their guests. One thing different was how Gabby setup her [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/crystal-marquis-whittier-wedding-hugo-gabby/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } Erik and Fashion are one of the nicest couples i have worked with. They were very accommodating and easy to work with even during their engagement session. Carla, while going through the photo selection process dubbed their wedding, “a fireman gets married, one beautiful spring afternoon” she added: “For Erik is a fireman and they [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/marriott-burbank-angeles-national-golf-club-sunland-wedding-erik-fashion/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } the one part of their wedding that tugged at my heartstrings is the father and daughter dance. I don’t know if it is  because i am overly sentimental…or because the ‘silence’ was too palpable to be ignored..as if heavy with emotions and unspoken words. Breaking the silence as Tiffany danced with her dad was  Heartland’s  [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/lake-avenue-church-pasadena-duarte-wedding-tom-tiffany/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } A somewhat unlikely pair ..this is how I can probably describe my first impression of the couple. Genevieve was detail oriented and she was on top of every situation. Evan, was amiable and focused. When I saw them genuinely having fun preparing for and during their wedding, that’s when i realized how perfect they were [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/hotel-menage-dad-miller-golf-course-anaheim-wedding-evan-genevieve/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } I usually find engagement photo sessions tedious requiring extra preparation, ‘staging’ with the couple acting out a concept or a theme, making it less natural and lacking in spontaneity, in my opinion. I was surprised that I thoroughly enjoyed going through Matthew and Shabnam’s photos during the selection process. Enjoyed, like I can’t help but [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/engagement/paramount-ranch-malibu-engagement-session-matt-shabnam/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } The Automobile Driving Museum just a few miles away from LAX was the perfect location for Glen and Melissa’s engagement session. Glenn, who is studying to complete his PhD in Neuroscience is fond of classic cars. Melissa, who is into Law had the perfect smile and get up to complement the vintage-antique-classic look of the [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/automobile-driving-museum-engagement-session-glenn-melissa/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } Our first stop was their church, where Matt and Leah are actively involved. Matt is a part time musician. I got the chance to hear him play the piano while I was setting up. All I can say is that he is truly gifted. He has done some music work for tv and has been [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/engagement/first-presbyterian-church-marmalade-cafe-sherman-oaks-odyssey-granada-hills-engagment-session-matt-leah/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } I’ve been to Manhattan beach several times, and have always limited my visits to the touristy beach-side. We first went to a trail near Manhattan beach. The trail had good patches of shade where we started to shoot portraits. I would never guess the presence of a trail beside a beach. When Jeanette was a [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/engagement/manhattan-beach-redondo-beach-engagement-session-peter-jeanette/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } One trivia about the couple, the day they are getting married is exactly the same day they got their keys to their house last year. Hence it was but natural for us to start our engagement session in there. Lance is an “all-around-guy”. He’s into motorcycles, cars, cooking, plays the upright bass and is in [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/engagement/laguna-niguel-san-juan-capistrano-engagement-session-lance-jaime/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } It was a rainy Sunday. It was raining non-stop and so hard in Southern California, it was a little bit scary. The rain did not stop Ryan and April from getting married, heck (they waited eight years for this!) nor did it dampen the spirits of their family and friends in celebrating with them their [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/st-john-the-baptist-church-coco-palm-restaurant-wedding-ryan-april/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } Carl Sandburg once quoted : “A baby is God’s opinion that life should go on.” and I think that there is nothing more amazing than seeing a cute baby bump ‘transformed’ into an adorable bundle of joy that he is. Life goes on, and it is sweet:) Carla see Leslie’s maternity session that we recently [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/newborn-photography-pedsing/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } An e-session in church grounds? I thought, now that is something different. Something to look forward to. The church played an important role in their relationship, it’s where they first met 6yrs ago. As we moved from one area to another, Tiffany and Tom described how each area was special. From the front pew where [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/engagement/lake-avenue-church-pasadena-engagement-session-tom-tiffany/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } Erik is a fireman and I can feel that he is really dedicated to his job. So it is not surprising that LAFD Museum is one of their choices as a setting for their engagement photos. Having almost unrestricted access to the museum was just a photographer’s dream. The staff were just awesome, almost everyone [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/trump-national-golf-club-rancho-palos-verdes-los-angeles-fire-department-museum-hollywood-engagement-session-erik-fashion/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } What a wonderful wedding! Wafa is Christian Palestinian and Amitesh is Indian/Hindu. Two regions steep in wedding tradition. They decided to mix the traditions and I was just in awe observing how things played out. Having two ceremonies is certainly interesting. Music during reception was fun. It was combination of both, and it was fascinating [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/la-canada-flintridge-country-club-wedding-amitesh-wafa/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } ]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/preview-amitesh-wafa/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } I started the new year doing something refreshing; a pregnancy photo shoot. The last time I did this was with Carla. I will always remember that we almost didn’t do it. At the last stage of pregnancy, you’ve got a lot of things in mind and taking the time to do this could easily become [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/others/maternity-shoot-valencia-leslie-peter/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } I initially found it challenging to cover Mark and Jeanine’s wedding as their venues were places I have covered before. The challenge is always to cover the events with the goal of capturing unique and meaningful images. The ‘challenge’ is easily overcome when the couple and the guests are having a great time.. i just [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/crystal-marquis-whittier-chapel-of-roses-pasadena-wedding-mark-jeanine/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } It was nice to be back shooting at Westin Pasadena. Pacific Asia Museum is just across the street and it was terrific! It was just the right size for the wedding. It was quaint and it has a lot of personality and angles. Anywhere I point, the background seems to be just right. Congratulations Juan [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/westin-pasadena-pacific-asia-museum-wedding-juan-gaby/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } ]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/preview-juan-gaby/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } Rodney and I had an opportunity to cover a ceremony only wedding. Their only guests were their parents who came all the way from Japan. It was very intimate. The church was just the perfect setting, it was truly romantic.]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/the-neighborhood-church-palos-verdes-wedding-motohito-shizuka/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } Singapore was an impromptu decision. Though they already had plans of getting married next year, they were not officially engaged. While we were on vacation in the Philippines this summer, Epa sent me a text message, inviting me to go to Singapore with them for a quick trip as he plans to propose to her. [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/singapore-destination-engagement-session-epa-mai/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } 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. [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/engagement/lacma-playa-vista-engagement-session-eugene-cassie/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } 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 [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/paso-robles-pavillion-lake-st-james-wedding/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } ]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/engagement/preview-eugene-cassie/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } ]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/preview-jessica-michael/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } 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. [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/ucla-royce-hall-e-session-savio-grace/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } ]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/e-session-preview-savio-grace/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } 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 [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/others/newborn-photgraphy-our-home-in-santa-clarita-valencia-mikaela/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } 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. [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/others/maternity-and-baby-photography-our-home-in-santa-clarita-los-angeles-a-new-addition-to-the-family/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } Clark Estate, as an all-in-one venue, is simply awesome. I used to live near the city of Santa Fe and I didn’t even know it existed. The white walls and shape of the building, the outdoor reception, the cool weather, and the clear blue California sky made me feel as if I was in Santorini, [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/embassy-suites-downey-clark-estate-santa-fe-wedding-brandon-sophia/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } ]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/preview-brandon-sophia/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } ]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/slideshow-dan-jisun/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } Israel and Jindra, who wouldn’t love ‘em, easy going – no drama. They were married in Las Vegas but it is fascinating to know that a recent string of events (both good and bad) inspired them to strengthen their bond through a Catholic marriage. My thanks to Rodney Singzon for second shooting.]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/st-bridget-of-sweden-van-nuys-sheraton-universal-hollywood-wedding-israel-jindra/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } ]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/preview-israel-jindra/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } Finally we stood as witnesses to Dan & Jisun’s wedding. Jisun has a keen eye for detail. Everything went so smoothly, I couldn’t have it done better. It wasn’t so much of a surprise as I was witness to how she coordinated and prepared before the event. Dan is always amazingly cool, never rattled, always [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/the-grand-long-beach-event-center-marriot-long-beach-wedding-dan-jisun/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } ]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/preview-dan-jisun-2/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } Kogi truck on your driveway, how cool is that? Password Hint: Street name of event location Blog photos here and full gallery here.]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/johns-40th-birthday/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } It is nice to be back at the Castaway. The view had me in awe again, it was just that breath-taking. The ceremony started as the sun was setting, truly romantic. On a technical note however, it is challenging as it gets, the light is continuously changing. Hard but rewarding, as you are blessed with [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/castaway-burbank-wedding-fernie-tania/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } Fabulous wedding! It was nicely warm – cooled by the ocean breeze. Tom and Leti perfectly complement each other, you can instantly feel the love between them. A constant reminder that I’m witnessing and documenting something truly special hence exponentially rewarding. Thanks to Remedy for second shooting.]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/fairmont-hotel-st-paul-lutheran-church-santa-monica-wedding-tom-leti/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } ]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/preview-fernando-tania/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } ]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/preview-tom-leti/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } For places to shoot e-sessions, Southern California has a lot to offer. It is for this very reason, that it took us a while to shoot one within Sta Clarita, where we currently live. Right within our “backyard” our first stop was the Saugus Cafe, which opened around 1890′s. Instead of meeting up in a [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/engagement/santa-clarita-valencia-newhall-wedding-engagement-session-dan-jisun/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } ]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/preview-dan-jisun/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } steve and tina’s wedding was one of a kind..ive heard of couple’s pets participating during the wedding ceremony but i never thought id witness and be able to photograph one .. it was so much fun. we love how steve and tina alloted ample time for the photo session with them and their family…it gave [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/chapel-of-roses-pasadena-lacy-park-san-marino-center-wedding-steve-tina/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } ]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/preview-steve-tina/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } What a beautiful and gracious couple! It was unusually warm that day. A welcome weather that allowed us to take our time doing the outdoor photos. They were booked in the same hotel which took a little bit of juggling so they won’t see each other before the ceremony. Overall, a fun and unforgettable wedding [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/doubletree-hotel-claremont-wedding-rudy-ames/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } ]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/preview-rudy-ames/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } Triplets + Twins = 1 Big Happy Family – Shot at Eli’s Home in Los Angeles. Full gallery here and more blog photos of the family here. (password hint: street where Eli lives – starts with “a” – all lowercase)]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/soto-family/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } We welcomed the new year with Alex + Michelle. What a great way to start the new year. Like almost everyone else, the holidays has taken its toll on our workload and only now that we are slowly catching up. It’s nice to be back at Whittier, back at the splendid Crystal Marquis. A chance [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/crystal-marquis-harmony-chapel-wedding-alex-michelle/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } ed and jen’s wedding was our last wedding for 2008…i’ve always thought… what a nice way of ending the year….coming together to begin a new kind of life. their wedding took place at a country club in camarillo…the spanish hills. it was beautifully surrounded by valleys and mountains …although it was chilly, jen and ed [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/spanish-hills-country-club-camarillo-wedding-ed-jen/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } I drove 70miles down to Chino Hills from Valencia and frankly didn’t mind the travel time. Lester and Joy’s wedding was on a weekend and like most weddings travel has been always a breeze. The weather was awesome, California perfect. St Paul is exquisitely designed, very contemporary. Lighting was surprisingly nice and adequate. Thanks to [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/st-paul-the-apostle-chino-hills-sierra-la-verne-country-club-wedding-lester-joy/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } i remember palisades park as a spot along santa monica beach which provides a spectacular view of the ocean and amazing sunsets..and it did not disappoint us during the wedding. the sunset was stunning, it was a little cool, it was just perfect. david and charity are a fun couple. I have never seen a [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/palisades-park-santa-monica-wedding-david-charity/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } ]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/preview-david-charity/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } Griffith Observatory on a Sunday Morning. Refreshing. The thick fog was a challenge but was also something different. We had fun, can’t wait to cover their wedding this month. Thanks to Alvin for second shooting. Vince full gallery – now uploading – link will follow]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/engagement/griffith-park-observatory-engagement-session-lester-joy/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } james and bobbie We had the pleasure of covering james and bobbie’s wedding two weeks ago during the socal wildfires. a vital part of I5 connecting sta clarita valley to almost all of los angeles was closed. it took us 3hrs of travel through the packed route 126. One nice thing about it is that [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/hilton-los-angeles-lax-wedding-james-bobbie/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } view the full gallery here or press the cart button on the slideshow.]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/slideshows/slideshow-howie-jen/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } ]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/preview-james-bobbie/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } they had to change their venue a few weeks before the wedding. it must have been stressful. so i’m all admiration for howie and jen for pulling off a very beautiful wedding at the historic park plaza hotel just across McArthur park. the venue was great, lighting was awesome. and they were fun…and kind… and [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/hilton-checkers-historic-park-plaza-hotel-downtown-los-angeles-wedding-howie-jen/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } ]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/preview-howie-jen/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } It was the weekend following Halloween. Castaway overlooks the city giving a spectacular view of the valley. The wedding started as the sun was setting which made it so romantic. -Vince Full gallery to follow.]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/the-castaway-burbank-weddingcarlos-melissa/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } ]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/preview-carlos-melissa/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } when they said halloween wedding, it was really a halloween wedding. i never got the chance to ask april why they were getting married on halloween; i’m still wondering but one thing is for certain, they have a truly unique wedding to remember. it was fun-filled and seeing ‘borat’ certainly made my halloween night! kudos [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/echo-park-rec-center-studio-wedding-miko-april/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } ]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/preview-miko-april/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } i was not around during her 18th, but as i browsed the photos, i could not suppress a smile and a growing amazement at how younger people manage to sustain a seemingly endless source of energy and fun… at her debut..she had three dress changes, learned several dance steps, and she looked like she had [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/san-pedro-double-tree-hotel-18-roses-debut-marie-leah/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } view the slideshow by clicking the photo after which check out their gallery. Partial gallery now online click here. Password hint on gallery itself.]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/slideshows/slideshow-arnel-odette/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } ]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/preview-leah-marie-18-roses-debut/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } arnel and odette were gradeschool classmates who have not seen each other for the longest time ..the internet and a little help from the family helped bring them together in marriage. long distance relationship and the whole process of getting arnel relocated was not without difficulties . everything was set except for the groom to [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/whittier-wedding-penn-park-crystal-marquis-ballroom-arnel-odette/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } to view their slideshow click on above photo or below All photos can be found on our client gallery]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/slideshows/slideshow-nicole-rebecca/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } ]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/preview-arnel-odette/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } it was a saturday and los angeles was soaking wet with rain. i mentally uttered a prayer for the couples who would be getting married in LA …though umbrellas would be good wedding photo props. so off we go to palm springs where we expected an unusually windy day… windy is better than rainy, i [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/the-parker-palm-springs-wedding-nicole-rebecca/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } ]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/preview-nicole-rebecca/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } to view their slideshow click on above photo or below All photos can be found on our client gallery]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/slideshows/slideshow-bruce-kristine/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } to date, bruce and kristine’s wedding was the easiest….and the hardest. it was the easiest because kristine did not set a lot of expectations… she wanted mostly photos to remember her most special day with family and friends. it was a wedding planned for next year, but because of an illness in the family, it [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/cathedral-of-angels-dorothy-chandler-pavilion-downtown-los-angeles-wedding-bruce-kristine/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } We are continuously improving our website. We are so thrilled with our new slideshow format. We have also upgraded our new client gallery with more features. - Vince to view their slideshow click on photo or]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/slideshows/slideshow-dmitry-lisa/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } ]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/preview-bruce-kristine/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } i have always been a fan of romance. from books, to movies, to songs…. after getting married , i thought that the the inclination to anything romantic would go inversely proportional with the number of marital years; but i was wrong… despite the pressures associated with marriage and parenthood, there was always that ‘compulsion’ for [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/marriot-marina-del-rey-wedding-lisa-dmitry/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } ]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/preview-dmitry-lisa/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } she was anxious (like most brides );but with just enough anxiety to show a hint of anticipation in her pretty smile. she was excited (as expected of a bride); it brought a steady glow in her eyes. and as excited as the day she sent a photo of her wedding gown during her first few [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/chateau-elysee-manor-hotel-wedding-john-crystal/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } we have recently added a page on facebook.. wedding photography by vince and carla we thought it is an easier way to get in touch and update friends, reach out to future clients and reconnect with previous clients. we like facebook for its versatility…aside from the usual social networking, you have the option to have [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/wedding-photography-blog-updates-on-facebook/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } ]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/preview-john-crystal/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } chang and sally’s wedding was so much fun. ’twas a saturday and the sky was unusually overcast; we didnt see the orange glow of the setting sun while they were saying their vows, but the number of wellwishers aboard the yacht sure made up of for the absence of it and the dark clouds that [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/fantasea-one-marina-del-rey-wedding-chang-sally/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } when bermie asked me a few months back for suggestions on beach locations for an engagement shoot, point dume was the first location that came to mind. not only because it takes just about an hour ride to get there from where we live; but it provides a quick,easy magnificent view of the pacific ocean. [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/engagement/point-dume-malibu-engagement-session-raymond-bermie/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } i have met jen and ed briefly at the start and at the end of the e session. though vince did all the shots, i can not help but post a few lines as downtown LA is special to me as it is very special to them. almost everyday i pass by the walt disney [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/engagement/downtown-la-engagement-session-ed-jen/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } and she said: there is only one happiness in life, to love and be loved and it is so obvious they both found it; sealed it in marriage at westin pasadena it was a night so special as it commenced the beginning of ‘togetherness’;the end of a long-distance relationship; the beginning of a new life; [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/westin-pasadena-wedding-duke-sheryl/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } red roses and petals, red vest and a white coat, red band on a white wedding gown, red ribbons on white place cards, wedding rings on red heart-shaped jelly beans, even a red leash on a white doggie. it looked like a valentines day wedding in august; and it was sweet and special. jennifer and [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/point-fermin-park-wedding-jenny-and-fernando/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } duke and sheryl engaged! and they are a lovely couple. it was particularly pleasant seeing them pose and make faces during their engagement session at the pasadena city hall; and the city hall was an awesome find. it is said to be one of the finest examples of california mediterranean architecture. aside from being in [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/engagement/pasadena-city-hall-engagement-session-duke-and-sheryl/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } We now have album samples ready. We offer two types. Press-printed UV coated for longevity gloss and shine portable, not too heavy and not too thick affordable great for  wedding guestbooks too. Traditional archival photo paper options thicker comes with a variety of paper used ( metallic, lustre, textured)]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/wedding-storybook-album-coffeetable-book-samples/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } It has been a long time since we embarked on a roadtrip of our own. It has always been with friends and family. This time, we can get lazy and have more time to do what we love doing, taking photographs. =) Bakersfield and Fresno were our destinations for the first day. Places which Californians [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/yosemite-fresno-bakersfield-roadtrip/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } We’ve recently beefed-up our lens collection. Being a technical person myself, I constantly try to find ways to improve our photos. If you don’t have the right tools, you innovate and there’s nothing wrong with it. Like most craftsmen, apart from skill, having the right equipment easily helps get the job done.  It lets you [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/wedding-rings-and-a-macro-lens/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } i  was recently  at carina and adrian’s “US wedding reception” in mission hills ; it was a nice way to celebrate their recent marriage with those friends and relatives who didn’t make it to their church wedding in the philippines. it was fun…lots of wine, dancin’ and singin’.  as much as i enjoy  capturing wedding [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/of-mohawk-and-giggles/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } Sibil’s second annual summer soaking event – Bora Bora With performances by Browndition, Project State Unknown, Franz Cipher, Iris Leonardo Jenn Diviness – GoGo Boardner’s Hollywood. Click HERE for photos]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/bora-bora-2/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } we recentlty covered a filipino wedding here in los angeles; the ceremony was held at the st joseph’s catholic church in la puente pomona, and the reception was at the los coyotes country club in buena park while the bride’s sister was giving her customary speech ; i experienced an epiphany. i realized how privileged [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/wedding-jason-irene/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } ]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/trash-the-dress-with-sher/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } it was our first trash the dress participation, and i had so much fun. though i was ‘under medication’ battling with the symptoms of the common cold, the fun and experience did not escape my attention. i was not able to shoot alot, i wanted to do a lot of candids just hovering in the [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/trash-the-dress/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } Trash the Dress Session in Santa Fe Dam, Irwindale. The event was very well organized and the brides were so cool to work with. Thanks Bryan! As usual the hardest part or shall I say the most tedious process in our workflow is selection. We’ve whittled 1200+ photos down to 200+. Although not obvious, Becki [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/preview-becky/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } Our portfolio page is now online. Like most photographers, I was planning on subscribing to a template provider. They are easy to update and are well polished design-wise. I, however, opted to use free flash templates available online. It took me awhile to find one that appealed to us. It took me even longer to [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/folio/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } This blog is now iPhone optimized or at least partly optimized. I’m not a big fan of Apple’s premium pricing. If they were sold cheap and built as well, I’ll surely grab me some of those Mac and MacBook Pro’s. Apple leads in user interface (UI) design and they just work. Their iPhone interface is [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/iphone-optimized/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } perfect weather, it would’ve been too hot if it were a day early. This really helped as there was a lot of ground to cover. literally. =) On another note, I’m still on full speed trying to improve the site, the embedded gallery here is a new feature I’m working on. You don’t have to [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/mikaelas-bday/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } The move didn’t turn out as smoothly as I imagined. I had it all planned out but every roadblock I overcome unveils another. Whew! after spending all day working out the kinks, I’m now getting a clearer path. There are still things that need some ironing but a least it is going to be easier [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/new-home/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } The new format will be more photo-friendly. We tried to minimize as much clutter as possible. White will be our new theme, and this time, we hope to stick to this design principle as long as we can. Along with the new blog is the new flash page. Logos on the screenshot is different but [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/were-moving-soon/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } We’ve finally finished the selection and editing. Woot! The wedding was set at 12NN and the lighting outdoors was very harsh as expected. We did have to confine ourselves in the shade and we are glad it worked out. I always wanted to do a wedding in an urban environment, it does present its own [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/wedding-hydz-kima/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } a very intimate and thoughtfully done wedding. still got tons of photos to sift through. again, congratulations to you both!]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/preview-hydz-kima/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } At first we thought it was for a highschool senior photo, so we were set on doing something informal, pose and background-wise. There wasn’t much difference with a college graduation photo though, the basics are still the same. She brought along friends here in Valencia. This made my job easier and a little bit of [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/daniella-graduation-shoot/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } A drizzle was forecasted right at the hour of the wedding. Fortunately, it was an hour late. It was overcast, we were blessed with God’s giant softbox.]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/carlo-teta/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } I didn’t expect that the dog knew what to do, the strobes never fazed him. I didn’t have a pic where he isn’t looking.]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/blanca/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } we were excited for this engagement shoot. hydee opted for a guestbook instead of the slideshow, its a storybook format where guests could scribble in their thoughts and wishes; her idea was brilliant. (well, im a little biased since it bore some similarities with what i did for my wedding almost 5 years ago =) [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/engagement-kima-hydz/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } twas a different shoot, a catalog of sorts for dette’s business..color accuracy was paramount.no frills..no gimmicks. the mannequin’s profile was just perfect for all the clothes being modelled, and it didnt have any complaints. it was harder to dress and undress it though and the different angles required for the shoot took a bulk of [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/merliot/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } brought to you by sequence events photos on these links: Set 1 Set 2 date: Mar 8, 2009 location: Pig N Whistle in Hollywood]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/bliss/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } brought to us by sibil events. be there on saturdays – spider club at the avalon near hollywood & vine. photos on these links:Set 1Set 2 event date: march 1, 2008]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/fusion-grand-opening/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } prior to shooting, we showed celia some samples of a “series” photo. she promptly let us know that it is what she exactly wanted. having them on a “series” would slightly shift focus to her poses rather than herself. something different from what she already have hanging in her house walls. we couldn’t agree more.]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/celia-shoot/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } GGW – Girls Gone Wild editon All I can say is “WOW! – they really got wild” =) Photos on these links:Set 1Set 2 Date: Jan 18, 2008Location: Boardners, Hollywood CA]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/dekada-ii-ggw/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } every 2nd and 4th fridays of the month brought to you by evolution entertainment at boardners in hollywood. PHOTOS on the links below.Set 1Set 2 Date: Jan 11, 2008Location: Boardners, Hollywood CA]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/dutchess-grand-opening/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } grand opening of Dekada – a series of events set every 1st and 3rd fridays of the month at boardners – hollywood, ca featuring john prats! kitty cat alfonso and monique may as their go-go’s Photos on the links below: Set 1Set 2 blog entry to follow. you can/will alternatively see the photos at Sibil’s [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/dekada-sibil-w-john-prats/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } while we were in san francisco, we took the chance to drop by Alcatraz the morning before going home. strange attic door that doesn’t seem to be of any use except probably for accessing the roof. homeless as taken by Carla – you’ll see me walking on the right with Sab sitting on my shoulders. [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/the-rock/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } a perfect day and a perfect wedding in san francisco. her wedding gown, I love the way the red lamp gave a nice color contrast. Wedding Details:Garter – two elements i like most in this photo, color and texture – a hotel chair was used for this garter shotRings – we love the rings! simple [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/joseph-leahs-wedding/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } i’ve always tried to make my slideshows on 16:9 aka widescreen format as i assume that they will be viewed again, long after the wedding. by then, i’m assuming most, if not all people are using widescreen tvs. I did however reverted back, as experience has thought me not all projectors and screens are widescreen [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/engagement/joe-leah-engagement-video/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } Murphy’s law, “what can go wrong will go wrong”. Venue schedules and availability needed to be changed at the last minute. There is nothing that can’t be fixed. All went well as if nothing happened. Everyone had fun! “what’s all the fuss? all this is making me sleepy – yawn!” holy water, one of the [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/wesleys-baptism/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } Sibil’s pre-thanksgiving event at Montmarte Lounge, Hollywood. Click on the links for photosSet 1Set 2Set 3 Alternatively, photos can be seen on Sibil’s website. upon entering, you’ll get to see this stunning entrance. It sure did made up putting the whole club on the 2nd floor. EJ + Ruth, 2nd thing you’ll notice, plush red [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/republika-ledge-edition/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } it was a very hectic day but i dropped everything that i was doing when i saw isabella and her friend having fun..it is so inspiring to see lil children at play..they can get so engrossed in their own private world, though the lil girl here did not appear as oblivious of me while i [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/buddies/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } I was mulling on the idea of selling this lens for a while now. I haven’t made the decision yet and just decided to take a photo of it first. Besides giving me temporary distraction, it also felt “therapeutic.” I went for the appropriate “medical” look, as this seems to be the norm within photography [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/on-photographing-products/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } It’s her fourth halloween, and every year, you can see distinct changes in her participation level. she’s such a fan. her choice – camel location: Valencia Town Center]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/mall-oween/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } Dug through my archive of photo CDs to get me fired up for Halloween. HK ’03 CA ’06 Happy Halloween and All Saint’s Day everyone.]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/reminiscing-halloween/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } the night was filled with uncertainty…and the new day ..with dread.the day after the start of the santa clarita wildfire,there were thoughts of mandatory evacuation…of what ifs..and to do’sas soon as morning came..i hurriedly went outside to look at the sky.and i was bestowed with a sight different from the usual california sunrise.]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/the-day-after/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } the giveaways gave hints to a well thought-out celebration I haven’t seen the game “trip to jerusalem” played for awhile now, but one thing is for sure, this game never fails to elicit laughter. another proof that something classic would never go out of style – “newspaper dance” re-living the first dance Happy Birthday Nora! [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/noras-50th-birthday/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } smoke from the nearby castaic wildfire gave the sun this orange hue as if it were sunset. the ‘nuts’ game – “look at my nuts!?” sky + pumpkin + paper bag = autumn orange everywhere sunkist + aaron the day is almost ending and you can still see kids playing. I always wonder where they [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/jajas-1st-birthday/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } The venue in Glendale used to be called Rusty Pelican, I guess I have been out of the loop that much and didn’t know that it’s now called Minx. From the Sibil series of filipino events here in Los Angeles, California. Featuring Sugar Chaos, Franz, Lei Bautista, 153 Rockwood, Six Sign and their fabulous DJs [...]]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/republika/ #leftcontainerBox { float:left; position: fixed; top: 60%; left: 70px; } #leftcontainerBox .buttons { float:left; clear:both; margin:4px 4px 4px 4px; padding-bottom:2px; } #bottomcontainerBox { width: 50%; padding-top: 1px; } #bottomcontainerBox .buttons { float: left; margin: 4px 4px 4px 4px; } Time flies, our little one is now 3! I still can’t believe it.]]> http://blog.vinceandcarla.com/weddings/sabs-birthday/