Jim + Kim Tapel Wedding

Jim & Kim wedding on Dec4th 2011. Castaways, Burbank, CA. 

I asked each the couple what is it like when you are around each other. Both answered, it is never the same with he or she is not around and I am not the same person with the other partner

Random shots of the fellas being just fellas.

With her beautiful dress and bouquet, I asked the couple to lean forward towards inside the gazebo. Since the space was too small inside I had to come up with a shot that I can fit them inside 

The couple just having a conversation outside the reception hall while waiting for the guest to be seated and I found them in this small of light.

Jim & Kim watching the same day edit video that was made by our friends from Fluid Contrast

As one their friends said this is the party table....

Robert & Jennifer Nohavandi Wedding

Robert and Jennifer wedding at Bell Canyon on Oct 15

Prior to the wedding I was notified that the dress and the suit are arrived from the store. We scheduled a day to take photos and get if our of the way since both couple had a hectic schedule.

The groom and the fellas were at his brother's house to get ready and the bride was in the hotel along with her entourage.

 

Jennifer with her Mom and Granny

Wedding was scheduled after the sun down and the ceremony was very solemn

Robert and his best man brother Tommy. It is never dull moment around this brothers. 

Make up and hair done. She is ready!

 

Making it official! 

Right after I took the first shot of the ladies, Robert jumped in on the second shot

I ask them how was food.... both said it was great and this is what I got hahaha.

 

One of the best couple dance...  Both walked slowly to the dance floor then they showed everyone their moves with the LMFAO song " Sexy and I know it. Then invited everyone to the dance floor.

Jim + Kim E-Session

Jim & Kim Engagement Session at Disney Hall and Union Station

When we first met the couple during the session, they are shy being in the camera. As the session goes we were able to learn and get to know the couple as I share them personal experience and laughter with them. Towards the session the couple was able to relax and just be comfortable together.

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We went to the back of the Disney Hall and found this tight walk way.

We did this shot at the Union station as people where passing by

Sirtaj + Rydhima Engagement Ceremony

July 30th 2011 Sirtaj & Rydhima exchanged their engagement vows in Santa Clarita, CA. The celebration was held at Sirtaj's home along with all of the family on both sides and few personal friends. Every one was wearing their traditional vibrant color clothes. It was amazing to witness and be a part of the celebration

Rydhima was wearing vibrant colorful bracelets on both arms.

Families on both side meeting and greeting each other for the first time. 

Preparation for the ceremony

In the middle of the celebration both sides of the family are exchanging presents from jewelry, food and traditional and non-traditional clothing

I was able to grab to couple to take few shots after the ceremony while the whole family was waiting on the other side of the door

Jeremy + Melissa Foggle Wedding

Jeremy + Melissa Foggle 6-11-2011. We were invited by the family to fly for this job at Arkansas all expenses paid for. Melissa's family are so wonderful that they made us feel at home with a southern twist.

While waiting for the time of the celebration the ladies decided to hang out in the back room with their shoes off.

Melissa's dad was tearing up when he saw her daughter on a wedding dress.

It took me a few mins how to get around to get up stairs to get this shot. The path heading up was a door that blend in on the wall.

While the guests where busy dancing, I was able to grab the entourage along with the bride and groom. I told them lets make this a 1 fun shot and to do whatever they like. I gave them few pointers and when I said "ready" they did their own act.

As the night end, we all went back to the hotel, Jeremy and Melissa came to our room with our friends from 3starts and Risingsun video team and brought some left over food. I told them I want to take one more shot of them that I found a good place in the lobby. Of course we didnt have the right equipment but rather I improvised a softbox made of JC penny paper bag, put it on the portable flash. Then I instructed Kirby to lift it up and pointing down. The result? Epic-shot!