The strong traditions and culture of Kailua-Kona (the Big Island of Hawaii) are only matched by its breathtaking seaside views. I joined this expecting couple (Mark and Ana) for a maternity shoot on the shores of Kona, the same town where Mark was raised. The couple and I both live in California and they invited me to be their maternity destination photographer on their “babymoon” to a place that holds so much significance to them. It was a beautiful tribute to his childhood while capturing a new era of life on the horizon.
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Kauai is often described as heaven on earth with gorgeous beaches, lush gardens, dramatic cliffs, and sultry sunsets. The exceptional ocean views and white sand beaches make Kauai, Hawaii, the most romantic destination to get married. It’s no wonder over 11,000 couples tie the knot here every year.
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Today’s blog post, Im Featuring the Alapan Family. After so many years of capturing moments of Anohla’s family. It was time to turn the table and give way for her parents and her siblings family this time. Being with Anohla’s family was a breeze. They were the nicest, family oriented people i’ve ever work with. The love and the support for each is incredible that it created this unique bond with each other.
I have always wanted to do a photo session near an old barn. In fact this old barn is very old, that its actually a heritage museum. I thought to myself, someday I will be here and it would be a perfect place to do a photo session. When Anohla hired me to do a photosesson with her family, I couldn’t be more happier. I have scouted this place multiple times, and Im confident enough that the light would be awesome at this time of the day.
The rustic feel and the amazing texture of the barn makes it perfect venue for this perfect weather. The color and the position of the light is what I was digging that day. I am sucker for amazing natural light.
That day was PERFECT. To the Alapan family I am sincerely honored to be your photographer.
HALF MOON BAY WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER: ELENA AND ALVARO SILVER WEDDING ANNIVERSARY
I am blessed to witnessed such an Amazing journey of true love and incredible meaning of Marriage.
As I am prepping and editing this images. The song "The time of my life" (from the movie soundtrack Dirty Dancing) still lingers in my mind, it became my instant favorite since last night. I had a blast that I almost forgot that its a 25th wedding anniversary that I am witnessing. The lovely stares to each other and gentle touch and giggles while dancing together. I cant help but wonder how they made the fire burning between them as if it was their first time.
The one I witnessed yesterday is a perfect example of how Marriage should be. Now a days its very rare to witness this kind of happiness and contentment. Their passion and love for each other was tested enough thru time.
Today, I am sharing this precious moment.. As a wedding journalist, moment seeker, I am humbled and happy to be a part of this celebration
Enjoy the moments
PALO ALTO WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER: ANNA + HERO
GUGLIEMO WINERY WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER
Today Im featuring the lovely wedding of Brandon and Helena. I am lucky enough to document such intimate and romantic wedding celebrated by close friends and family. To be able to do it in a wine country is an opportunity to show case beautiful hidden vineyard and winery.
To Brandon and Helena I wish them all the best. Taking candid emotions and infinite moments that day was such a breeze for couple like them who are madly in love and natural. Enjoy the pictures
THE CADAVILLO
Just when you thought everything was already in plot, the stage was already set. All of the sudden a day before, the weather forecast changed its course on a different direction. And rescheduling it was not even an option. Sometimes the only thing that matters is just look at the bright side and enjoy the ride. Today I am featuring the CADAVILLOs. Im albeit excited coz they are new here on my blog.
I know that I have done this many times. Its just the timing was bogging me coz we don't normally get heavy rain in California . Their trust and confidence ,gave me little boost and prepare me to think ahead and create a contingent plan just incase worst case scenario happens. I believe that creativity comes when I am challenged. I just assure them that a cloudy, gloomy day will have soft, dreamy look to their pictures. I even show Dee some samples of different light scenario of my past shoots. Squeezing in some moment and running towards time was the best part of that day. I can't ask for a better day, it was meant for us.
It was raining frantically, the weather was cold and the ground was wet. It could never been smooth without them. I was impressed with Dee for pulling out some awesome props and amazing preparedness with this session. This is my first time to do photo session in this area in coyote creek, but damn it was beautiful and magically enchanting. The session just fell into everything that we had planned for. I was so inspired by their ingenuity and transparency. It was only a brief session but all of this moments will last a lifetime. Enjoy the photos
