The Proposal

[below] Matt wanted to make sure Sylvia had no clue about his intentions that day so he e-mailed her as if he was at work. In actuality, he was at our home preparing for a big night.

[below] The Radiant

[below] While Hun was serving them dinner, I arranged a pathway for them to walk out to.

[below] After lots of tears, Sylvia was able to gain composure and admired her rock. Meanwhile Matt admired his new fiancée.

[below] Later when guests arrived, Matt gave the details and made a toast.

[below] A great birthday for Sylvia!

[below] Family [taken by John]

Family Take II

[below] Sisters flashing their blings

[below] Dance Dance Revolution skills 

[below] We all look a little tired from the long, but eventful day [taken by Tim].

Happy Birthday Sylvia and Congrats you two! Much love!

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My ‘WPJA’ Moment

In light of the award show season, I was inspired to have my own speech.

Wow! Definitely thrilled that Hun and I both placed again! In this saturated world of wedding photography, there are tons of majorly talented artists out there. We don’t take this honor lightly. Thank you to my husband – life partner, business partner, and partner in crime. He is the one who put the camera in my hands and the reason I am a photographer today. I am thankful for an excellent association like WPJA and the members all over the world for giving me another reason to constantly challenge myself to be a better photographer. I can’t forget my friends and people I have never met who encourage me unceasingly which spurs me to keep going. To my parents who have loved me, raised me and nurtured me to be the person I am today, thank you and I love you. And God, all this is for You!

[fade to music]

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My favorite from The Golden Globes

My favorite from The Grammys

My favorite from The Oscars

Photos courtesy of E

American Idol and Apprentice are two of only a few shows I take time to watch [DVR with no commercials all the way]. I think I love them because both shows have aspects that I am passionate about . . . music and business.

My favorites from this AI season . . .

[below] Phil Stacey

 

[below] Blake Lewis from Seattle!

Hyun Ji and Mike are just darling! It’s the week of their wedding, and she’s sick. Unfortunately, it’s so common that the bride and|or groom gets sick near their wedding day. The craziness of taking care of last minute details, accommodating family & out of town guests, and finding time to breathe amidst it all is not easy. They told us that this session was the first time in awhile that they felt relaxed and rested – we were so happy that we could provide that for them. We photographed as quickly as we could so that they could get out of the cold. And wow – the sky was absolutely beautiful!

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The temperature was around 21 degrees with icy wind. Lauren and Jesse really braved the painfully freezing cold and made it look so easy. Getting to know them, they are so genuine and I love that.

[below] Their favorite spot in Central Park because they can see the city skyline.

[above] If you look carefully, they had an audience.

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Siobhan and Garrett always seem to be having fun. What a great thing to have.

[below] Garrett’s mother hand made Siobhan’s outer layer – some serious skills.

[below] Our cute little munchkin of the day

[below] She spots it

[below] She wants it

 

[below] She chomps it

[below] Of course a photo booth is always a hit with the guests

[below] Enjoying each other

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GOD
the greatest lover
SO LOVED
the greatest degree
THE WORLD
the greatest number
THAT HE GAVE
the greatest act
HIS ONE AND ONLY SON
the greatest gift
THAT WHOEVER
the greatest invitation
BELIEVES
the greatest simplicity
IN HIM
the greatest person
SHALL NOT PERISH
the greatest deliverance
BUT
the greatest difference
HAVE
the greatest certainty
ETERNAL LIFE
the greatest possession

adapted from John 3:16

[given to me as a bookmark from my dear friend Lina]

Happy Valentine’s Day everyone!

 

Pastor Joey and Michelle are filled with absolute passion and love for God and His people! We had to get Joey out of his ‘rockstar’ element [somewhat] and into his ‘lovey-dovey’ mode. Not only are they beautiful on the outside, they have such beautiful souls.

[above] Joey is always trying to “help a brotha out.”

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Hannah and Moses’ special day could not have come sooner! As I mentioned from their engagement session, they have survived a long, long-distance relationship which is very admirable and rare.

[below] The epitome of girls getting ready – things everywhere and everyone doing different things. This is what girls love to do!

[below] In the elevator

[below] I thought this was fitting since Moses and the groomsmen are from New York.

[below] This is Hun’s awesome shot that would’ve had a chance in the WPJA contest [in my opinion] except that the deadline already passed. :T

[below] The hotel had very cool lighting!

[below] Moses admiring his beautiful bride.

[below] I just threw this one in here because I think it’s a cute picture of Becky, the Maid of Honor. She’s the one on the Toyota commercial in a few posts back.

[below] Hannah’s dad was really emotional which of course made everyone else in the room emotional as well. 

[below] Hannah borrowed my veil for her ’something borrowed’. I think this is the biggest smile I’ve ever seen on Moses!

[below] While getting ready for the Korean ceremony, one of his ears fell off.  Woopsies.

[below] Action on the dance floor

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