Back in January of 2008, I made the decision to enter the world of wedding photography.  I didn't expect anything out of it, my main focus was to make an extra income on top of my regular day job to provide for my little girl.  Fast forward to now, I've gotten a lot more out of this path I've chosen. The past two years was truly an amazing experience - the opportunities, the support, the encouragments, the friendships... 

When I first started in the industry, I knew about this blog called "Southern Weddings."  It featured some of the most beautiful weddings and amazing photography, so I knew they have high standards of what to blog.  At the same time, I am also very critical of my own work, so I waited patiently to have something "worthy" to send them.  Until recently, I got to photograph Caroline + Michael's wedding in New York.  Both Caroline and Michael gave me large amount of creative space and I was able to capture their wedding the way I wanted - realistically, artistically and editorially.  Thankfully, a wonderful friend, Carrie, encouraged and urged me to submit photos to Southern Weddings magazine.  Next thing I knew, Lara Casey (the editor) tweeted about the wedding AND I was told that one of my images would be featured in the magazine! 

So there, anything IS possible!  There might be times when you don't believe in yourself or you might even lose hope, but never ever give up.

Thank you, Southern Weddings Magazine! 

Excuse my lack of blog posts lately, life was put on a roller coaster ever since this last blog post.  Fortunately, I have a wonderful family and group of friends to help me through; otherwise, I'd be so lost.  So I want to take this chance to say 'Thank You' to all of you whom took the time to call or email me, let me blah, blah. blah non-stop.  I also want to thank my amazing clients that have been so understanding and be patient with me.  Love you all!

I have too many things to blog and I am too eager to show everyone all of the shoots I've done in the past few months, so I decided to do some "sneak previews."  Enjoy!

RITA + JAMES :: Vancouver Wedding at Minoru Chapel

The wedding was held at this cute chapel in Richmond, Canada.  The lighting was gorgeous that day, which usually get me really excited!

1-On-1 Workshop with Jonathan Canlas

Jonathan Canlas...  How should I describe him?  He's telented with insanely amount of energy.  I'll save the details of the workshop when I do a full blog post, but for now just take my word for it and sign up for one of his workshops.  You can thank me afterward.  ;)

Naz + Jason :: Wedding In Laguna Beach

A small, intimate elopement wedding was held at Crescent Bay Point Park in Laguna Beach.

Mychang + Stephen :: Engagement Session In Downtown Los Angeles

Dyan + Byrne :: Wedding at Inn of Seventh Ray

Cynthia + Chris :: Wedding in Huntington Beach

Alice :: Children Portrait in Los Angeles

Isn't she the cutest?!  Children portraits are always a lot of fun because I get to play too. 

An + Drew :: Engagement Session at Balboa Park in San Diego

Cinta from Avec Cinta :: Business/Product Photography in Los Angeles

Pamper your mind, body and soul with Avec Cinta, which was featured in Daily Candy.

Magi + Greg :: Wedding at Mission Church in Santa Clara University

Mychang + Stephen :: Wedding in San Diego

Sonya + Anthony :: Wedding in Newport Beach

Stay tuned for complete blog posts for each wedding and portrait session...