These two gorgeous people have quite a history together! They were childhood pen pals and didn’t even know it (Melissa recently found a letter from Ryan)! It wasn’t until high school that Melissa + Ryan started dating and have spent much of their relationship via long distance ever since. Thanks to great communication (pen pal revival :)) and many frequent flyer miles (they gave me pointers on this :)), their relationship has stood the test…read more
“at last” After they finaaaallllllly got engaged (I can joke about this because they are my good friends 🙂 and you must see their incredible proposal video), Vu told me that he has always wanted to do an engagement session in gorgeous Halong Bay, Vietnam. I had been to Halong Bay before and it is one of the prettiest natural spots I have been to. We had actually planned to go in early October, but…read more
“i want candy” Meet Candy, Eugene and the adorable Cola (like me, Eugene loves to drink Coca-Cola). One word to describe these three: FIERCE. I mean, who shows up in a wilderness park rocking killer heels?! A girl by the name of Candy. They made these super cute chalkboards to use for their save the dates. I am super excited for their wedding in December! Ok we see who the real star of this shoot…read more
“beautiful day” I had a fabulous session with Kim + Quang at one of my favorite places to shoot in Los Angeles – Griffith Observatory. It was the perfect the way to commemorate their love and spend a nice Friday afternoon :). These two have such laid back personalities and fit each other so well. I can’t wait for their wedding in May!
“i knew i loved you” As Takeo said so confidently in front of their families at their engagement party last month, “when you know, you know.” You can hear it, feel it and see it – they know. And these photos sure say it. Congrats Michelle + Takeo!
“i want you to know what love is” I feel fortunate to meet new, wonderful people in my profession, but I feel even more blessed when I get the opportunity to capture memorable moments for those very dear to me. Mirei is my beautiful best friend and I was honored to take these engagement photos for her and Jimmy. I couldn’t be happier for these two – I have happily witnessed their love grow and…read more