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January 21, 2009 Nina & Derek :: Wedding

Nina and Derek's wedding was my first one of the year. Their wedding included a tea ceremony and a traditional ceremony at the Hilton in San Gabriel. The day was filled with events from the top of the morning till late into the night. Thank you guys for making me a part of your beautiful celebration. Did I mention that Nina's mom gave a red lucky envelope to start out the new year. Sweet! I also like to thank the very sweet and talented Natalie Williams for coming out to shoot with me and Carrie/crew from Exquisite for the beautiful designs and coordination.
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Derek started the day by bringing some gifts and red envelopes to Nina's place.
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Then Derek and the groomsmen had to do whatever it takes to prove his love and devotion for Nina before they can enter the house.
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Of course, a little bribe doesn't hurt.
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"First look"
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[January 21, 2009 07:53 AM] josh solar said:

sooooo gorgeous!!!!

[January 22, 2009 05:26 AM] Anna said:

Stunning photos, all of them.. I just love that shoe shot! So grand :)

[January 27, 2009 08:14 PM] Dana said:

Gorgeous wedding Jason!

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November 27, 2008 Mary + Phi :: Pacific Hills Banquet Hall

I had the pleasure of documenting Mary and Phi wedding in at the Pacific Hills Banquet Hall in Laguna Hills. Being at this venue brought back some fond memories for me because it was a little bit more than a year ago, Phi's sister also got married here and I was her photographer. Mary and Phi are a couple of gentle and sweetest people that I have ever had the opportunity to be around. But most importantly, their personality is so much fun and spontaneous which make them a photographer's dream. Everything went smoothly thanks to Rose and her team at Pacific Hills Banquet Hall for the beautiful details and for their coordination.

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[November 27, 2008 09:02 PM] mary said:

happy thanksgiving jason! i know u are super busy, but the pictures are definitely well worth the wait. they are beautiful. i will be viewing them for days~

[November 28, 2008 09:39 AM] Steven Young said:

Jason, these are great, i especially love the 1st dance photo, 4th from the bottom.

[November 28, 2008 07:50 PM] Anna said:

Wow, I love her shoes! :) Beautiful photos!

[November 30, 2008 10:05 PM] Dana said:

I also like the first dance photo and the one above it with his head under her dress. They're just 2 really great black and white photos.

[January 5, 2009 08:52 PM] Anonymous said:

Mary the pictures are beautiful! May I ask who you used for your vendors on flowers, decor and lighting?

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November 12, 2008 Michelle & Sina :: Los Angeles

Michelle and Sina celebrated their fabulous wedding at Los Angeles downtown's historic Cicada restaurant. With it's stunningly beautiful Art Deco interior, the Cicada restaurant was the perfect backdrop for such awesome event. Somehow I knew this day was going to turn out beautifully. And I was right. Thank you guys for trusting me with one of the most important days of your lives. I would also like to thank Tuan Nguyen for coming out to help me cover this event. By the way, this is my longest teaser...a whopping 48 images. Hope you guys will enjoy it. We started out at The Oviatt Penthouse which was equally spectacular.

Vendor List:
Dress & Suit - Sally Crew Couture & Hugo Boss
Shoes - Martinez Valero
Hair - Etude Lounge

Music/Lighting - Sound Nation LA
Floral - M Flowers in La Habra
Catering - Cicada Restaurante

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[November 12, 2008 05:02 AM] Mary Marantz said:

These are INSANELY good!! I am blown away....you should be really proud of these!

[November 12, 2008 11:47 AM] Dana said:

These are stunning images. I was looking forward to seeing this couple's wedding after seeing their awesome engagement pic. session. Love this wedding's dramatic intimacy and classiness you captured.

[November 12, 2008 06:39 PM] *B* said:

Jason, I am speechless! The whole set is soooo beautiful!

[November 13, 2008 07:27 AM] Jennifer Berry said:

wow ALL of these are wicked. i love the bridal long lens with texture. it's gorgeous. Plus i like ALL of the other ones. You are TALENTED

[November 13, 2008 08:19 PM] Steven Young said:

Jason, these are all awesome! seriously awesome...

[November 14, 2008 01:01 AM] Michelle Koh said:

Upon returning from our honeymoon, it was such a pleasure to recapture our wedding day through the images you've so eloquently described without a word. Like reading a wonderful story only seen in your mind's imagination, I read the pictures that tell the story of two individuals sharing a gift with their friends, family and each other. We can't wait to see the rest of the set and cherish the memories. Thank you Jason for being our memory catcher.

[November 14, 2008 10:46 AM] Jason said:

Thank you guys for your support and for your kind comments. Cheers!

[November 18, 2008 07:51 PM] LeeAnn said:

Wow!! These images are amazing Jason!!! I loved their e-pics session too. Fabulous job!!!!

[November 19, 2008 01:37 PM] Adrienne said:

These are breathtaking! Such beautiful work!

[November 19, 2008 05:05 PM] caroline tran said:

jason, these are so breathtaking! love the perspective and the emotions you caught!

[January 27, 2009 11:02 AM] ed atrero said:

jason... you killed it man! that whole set was excellente.

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November 3, 2008 What to come...

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[November 12, 2008 06:08 PM] Ben Harms said:

Jason.... your work is always stunning! Thanks for being one of those photographers that is always pushing me to get more and more creative. Keep it up bro!

[November 19, 2008 05:13 PM] Lynn said:

Awesome angles & lighting = amazing images. I am AMAZED. :)

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October 29, 2008 Alice & Brandon :: Pacific Palms Resort

Alice and Brandon are among the most gentle and loving individuals that I've ever had the privilege to be around. Their families are also warm and genuine. Although this wedding was considered one of my shorter weddings (6 hours), it was cramped full with so many emotional moments. One of the highlights of the day was a toast video from family and friends that was put together by Andrew, Alice's older brother, who also happens to be a fellow wedding and portrait photographer. Thank you guys for making me feel so human when I am around you and for showing me a new appreciation for what I do. I also like to thank Mr. James Lim for coming out and shoot with me. Your contribution is invaluable.

James caught this moment as Alice and her father was making their way down the aisle.

This was one of many funny moments of the day (captured by James Lim).

There wasn't a dry eye in the house during the video toast.

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[October 30, 2008 07:55 PM] Jennifer Berry said:

i can't believe you don't have comments already. these are simply perfect. all of them are gorgeous and timeless. beautiful work.

[October 30, 2008 09:31 PM] Andrew Manley said:

Jason, great captures... as always. Alice has been very excited (I mean very very excited to see her photos).

Can't wait to check out the rest of them

[October 31, 2008 06:39 PM] Alice Choi Palmer said:

We absolutely love how the pictures turned out! You have captured so many important moments for us and we are soooo happy with the results. We just love, love, love them!!! Thank you for making us feel so comfortable and relaxed on this crazy day.
Your work is just stunningly amazing and we are dying to see the rest of them!
Thanks Jason for everything. We couldn't have chosen a better wedding photographer for us. You are the greatest. Keep up the good work.

[November 19, 2008 05:15 PM] Lynn said:

Mmm, that apple shot is YUMMY.

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