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AMBER + AMEL [MARRIED!]

This summer, I photographed one of my first weddings!  It was such an amazing experience.  Many thanks to Manus Chau for giving me the opportunity to second-shoot and, of course, to James for encouraging me to go for it!

Amber + Amel are such a sweet couple and it was an honor to be a part of their big day.

 

[below] | I got to the church early to take some shots of the guys.  I spy Nate Jeung, who I found out is Amber’s brother!!!  WHAT A SMALL WORLD!

 

[below] | Amber and her dad were so cute.  Here they are right before he was about to walk her down the aisle.

 

[below] | The inside of St. Cecilia Church in San Francisco.

 

 

 

 

[below] | After the ceremony, Amber + Amel got the chance to spend some time alone taking some portraits at Alamo Square Park (the park where the Tanner family from Full House hung out!).

 

 

 

 

 

 

[below] | A close-up of the cake topper that Amber made.  10 points for making it herself.  Another 10 points for it being made out of Lego!!!  The inspiration behind their cake topper:  Immediately after their honeymoon, Amber + Amel were moving up to Alaska, where Amel would be stationed for the next couple of years.

 

[below] | Amber was cracking up during her maid of honor’s toast. They have some pretty incredible and hilarious stories together.

 

[below] | They took cake feeding to a whole new level.  Whipped cream EVERYWHERE.

 

 

[below] | This little guy was the star of the dance floor.  With that face, how could he not be?!?!?!:)

 

[below] | Amber + Amel, I wish you two the best as you begin your journey together in Alaska!

March 9, 2009 - 3:36 PM

manus - hey jen, awesome photos.. it was a pleasure working with you. i have no doubt you will grow in your photography. looking forward to shooting with you more in the future.

March 27, 2009 - 11:21 AM

james - very very nice! More pictures please!!! :)

DANIEL + JOANN [ENGAGED]

Several months ago, I had the opportunity to shoot an engagement session for my coworker, Daniel, and his then fiancée, Joann.  Even though they’re married now, I still wanted to share some images from their session.  ENJOY!:)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

February 14, 2009 - 11:53 PM

manus - hey jen, cool stuff.. glad you updated.. good to see your current work.. man that 35 1.4… nice..

February 18, 2009 - 2:50 PM

james - Very nice!! :)

A DAY OF TURKEY AND GIVING THANKS

 

I still can’t believe another year has gone by and the holidays are already here.  It shouldn’t take a turkey to remind me of all the things I am thankful for, but it does give me a reason to share.:)

So, I give thanks for:

James.

A most amazing relationship with GOD

A supportive family

Really awesome friends

‘The Office’

Weekends

Tuberose

A place to call home

A really comfy bed

Music of all kinds (well, most)

…and you, my loyal blog reader [I know there are a few;)]

 

I’m missing much more, but these are the things that popped into my head at the moment.  Anyway, I want to wish each of you a blessed Thanksgiving.  Eat turkey and give thanks!

 

What are some things that you give thanks for?

December 1, 2008 - 12:14 AM

james - i am thankful for you! :)

January 29, 2009 - 1:59 PM

jochow - Hi Jennifer! It was nice meeting you too at Jenny and Eric’s wedding. Great photos on your blog site. Definitely, let’s keep in touch. I’d love to work together with you again! What a small world it is :)

ZOË KEATING

A couple of months ago, I had the awesome opportunity to photograph Zoë Keating, a truly amazing cellist.  After our brief session, she mentioned that she was off to LA to record for a film called, The Secret Life of Bees, which just came out in theaters recently.  I’m so glad I got a chance to meet her!  Zoë’s work is extremely powerful and intense.  Check it out if you get a chance.

October 22, 2008 - 12:08 AM

James - lucky you! sweet shots! i am inspired!

October 22, 2008 - 1:43 PM

lblowe - jennifer! i like!

in your picture with james on the pig, then i thought that your leg was his leg.. and i was wondering why he was wearing such a girly shoe.

October 24, 2008 - 10:22 PM

manus - hey jen, cool blog… great pics of zoe. she’s pretty amazing.

August 18, 2009 - 11:06 PM

AlliL - jen youre so talented.. I am so impressed by your photo work

September 4, 2009 - 8:57 AM

admin - Thanks, Alli! That means so much coming from you. :)

September 18, 2009 - 7:52 AM

hilary - hey jenn! i love all the photos you took!

BELLA’S 1ST BIRTHDAY!

Bella had her first birthday party a couple of weeks ago.  I can’t believe it’s been a year already!!!  Fun times.  :)  All photos courtesy of James!  Not too shabby, love.;)

 

[below] | Ben was volunteered to hold the piñata.  He was…thrilled.

 

[below] | Fun with bubbles!

 

[below] | Turns out the piñata was not the violent stick-hitting kind, but rather, a kid-friendly, string-pulling kind.  Whoever pulls the right string unlocks the treasure!

 

 

 

[below] | Collecting the goods!!:)

 

 

 

[below] | Sasa showing off her bag of goodies.

 

[below] | More sweets!  In addition to the piñata candy, there was a candy station filled with even more treats.  YUM!  Sweet photo of the birthday girl with Mom and Dad.:)

 

[below] | Hehe…Getting a head start on the cavities.

 

[below] | What’s a birthday without a birthday pig with cherries for eyes!?!?!  Mmm…

 

[below] | I don’t know why, but I really love this shot.

 

[below] | So cute!

 

[below] | Also sooo very cute (in his own special way)!

 

[below] | Baby Uggs!

 

[below] | Me and Garrett hanging out on the jumpy slide.

 

[below] | HAHAHAHAHAHAH!!!:D

 

[below] | This series of Olivia is so silly!  I LOVE IT!!!

 

 

 

 

 

[below] | Cotton candy goodness.  Even the adults got in on the party sweets.  YUMMM!

 

 

 

[below] | Happy 1st Birthday, Isabella!!:)

October 18, 2008 - 10:10 PM

Carol - Olivia’s second picture is so cute!