I got to do a Pae Baek shoot for my good friend Michelle and her (now) husband Byron at YongSuSan in Koreatown a few weeks ago and had a blast! It’s the exact same location that I did for Jung and Mike a few months ago, so it was nice to be able to revisit good old YongSuSan – me and the halmonis go way back.

Why it’s nice to see you again, statue.

Seriously, every time I come here, I’m amazed by the detail that goes into the interiors. I don’t know what this is, but there is so much intricacy in the decor of this place.

Here is Byron’s makeshift changing room …

Whereas Michelle had a more … regal preparation.

I love how much fun these guys have with each other .

But sometimes girls are just weird.

Almost time to go! Okay enough commentary from me, enjoy!

Thanks again for letting me share this special day with you guys!

Oh and I just couldn’t leave this picture out – too perfect!

Last week I had the pleasure of going up to visit my good friends Bo and Tawny and their son Orion, a precocious (I just really wanted to use that word) 4-year-old. I guess he’s a little precocious, but more sweet than anything. Enjoy!

We started things off in a diner, the Peninsula Fountain and Grill over in Palo Alto, and were able to snap off a few quick pictures.

By the way, their ice cream is delicious.

Right outside of the diner, Orion’s ready to travel.

I love this picture! It’s the sheer look of fear that you can only have when you’re a kid and you’re about to get chocolate wiped off of your face.

Well, now that that is taken care of, how’s about a nice family picture?

Then we came across a fountain – the lighting was great and Orion just started working his kid magic.

Cutting a rug …

I call this one “Blue Steel.”

As the proud parents watch on …

Walking along we found this cool building constructed entirely of glass bottles.

Then we made our way over to the park …

Thanks again for the hospitality and letting me take your pictures guys! I can’t wait to see you again soon!

I totally forgot to post pictures from our trip to Hawaii last year! I’m not much of a landscape photographer, but I gave it a whirl and I’m pretty happy with some of the pictures that came out.

Here is one of the lookouts past Waimea Canyon on the west side of the island.

Here’s a picture of the actual canyon – I was extremely nervous standing at the edge taking that picture.

I loved these ferns at the top of the mountain, they were so lush!

On the drive up – 18 miles of windy 25 mph mountain roads.

On the drive back down …

One thing that I love to do when I’m traveling around is that I love to explore everything that I can – that includes driving down private roads that say “No Trespassing” and taking pictures of house frames.

You know it’s time to go though, when a pickup full of locals come out from the main residence in your direction. Time to jump into the Ford Focus and take off!

Here is the view from our condo – we stayed at the Westin in Princeville and it was great – multiple BBQ pits, and a kitchen in our unit too.

We also went to Wailua falls, which was really easy to access and quite pretty.

One morning we went down to a beach called Hideaways and it was gorgeous.

Last weekend I had the pleasure of shooting Jung and Mike’s pae baek in Koreatown in Los Angeles. I had previously attended pae baeks, but this was the first time that I had ever shot one. Essentially, a pae baek (see here for more information) is a ceremony performed when Korean men and women get married. There are many elements and traditions involved with it, and I’ll try to explain some of them here with the pictures. Enjoy!

So, the pae baek was at YongSuSan on Vermont in Koreatown …

I love the details of this place! This is actually the covering of the lights in the ceiling …

Here is Jung getting ready putting on her traditional dress (hanbok) …

Now it’s Mike’s turn!

Awwww …

Jung’s all ready to go!

Now so is Mike! Nice kicks!

So intricate …

When the ceremony begins, the bride- and groom-to-be bow to different members of their family or significant people in their lives.

Tea or alcohol is then presented to the honorees.

Then, dates or chestnuts (symbolizing children) are thrown and caught, which represents how many children the couple will have!

Here is Mike carrying Jung on his back, as a public display of his strength.

Sumo time!

Congrats Jung and Mike! I had so much fun at your pae baek and your wedding! All the best!

I had the pleasure of shooting Kristine and Jack’s yacht wedding in Newport Beach a few weeks ago and it was a blast! They went through Electra Cruises and had their wedding on the Destiny. Irwin Yau was my second shooter and was there to help me document this awesome experience!

Here’s Jack before the festivities began …

While he was there, Kristine was upstairs getting ready with her ladies …

And just a few finishing touches … 

Hot!

Alright, let’s get this done!

Luckily I had a few minutes with the bride and groom before the partying began – look at these two, they are so in love.

Alright it’s party time!

Candy bar!

A few tender moments, of course.

Jack is so awesome, he is a ton of fun.

And to all a good night!

Kristine and Jack – congratulations you two! Thank you so much for letting me document your special day!