Pasadena Family Photos

I met up with Lawrence and Amy at Pasadena City College for a portrait session with the daughter. She has a fun and witty personality that reminds me of my own little one! =) This was my first visit to PCC and was pleasantly surprised by how many beautiful backdrops the campus offered.

The family taking a stroll on one of the many well manicured walkways on campus.

Getting ready to use her fairy wand to do some magic…

… and poof! A little caterpillar appears!

After a quick outfit change we headed to the front of the school for some shots by the fountain.

I think she spotted some yummy pizza somewhere!

The whole family showing off their dimples =)

With the sun setting, we headed over to nearby CalTech for some shots in the many elegant hallways.

Daddy and mommy enjoying a moment together.

Looks like she’s all ready for school!

Thanks for the wonderful time Lawrence and Amy!

Claremont Family Portraits

Recently I met up with Raymond and May for a portrait session against the beautiful architecture of Pomona College.

I just love the beautiful archways that are strewn about the campus.

Gavin is such a natural in front of the camera =)

Not only is he a handsome boy, he’s such a good sport about giving piggy back rides to his little sister too!

Mom and Dad enjoy a moment together while the kids are playing.

Lily was quite envious of the cute umbrellas that May brought along. But I think they may have been more kid sized =)

[seven-degrees] – Laguna Beach Wedding

A couple weeks ago, I posted a sneak peak of Ray and Jenn’s Laguna Beach wedding here. So excited that I’m finally caught up so that I could blog their wedding day.

So typically on the morning of his wedding day, the groom is sitting around trying to relax. Maybe spend some time ironing his clothes and working on memorizing his vows right? Well not so with Ray! You see, Ray use to be a stylist for Toni and Guy in Newport Beach. So with his relatives in town for his wedding, Ray spent his wedding day morning styling their hair!

Here’s Ray styling his mom’s hair, while chatting with his groomsmen on the phone. Pretty sure I wasn’t this relaxed on my wedding day!

In another part of the house, Jenn and her bridesmaids were getting ready also.

While everyone was busy getting ready, we went upstairs and got some shots of Jenn’s magnificent wedding dress and evening wear.

With his hair styling duties finished, Ray got dressed and patiently waited for his bride.

Jenn looking absolutely stunning.

After everyone was dressed, we headed down to Seven-Degrees art gallery in Laguna Beach.

Memorizing her vows before the ceremony.

There’s nothing more beautiful than a bride who’s beaming with joy on her wedding day.

Ray hanging out with his buddies.

You don’t want to mess with these guys =)

The ceremony area at the rear of the art gallery. With the sun setting behind, this place was breathtaking!

Walking with his mom down the aisle.

Jeff was so eager to get his dance moves on, that he couldn’t wait for the reception!

Ray’s nephew made the cutest ring bearer =)

Ray and Jenn couldn’t stop smiling that day!

Their mothers look on as their children are united in marriage.

The reception was held in the main art gallery downstairs. It had the most beautiful ambient lighting.

Bridal party showing their moves during the grand entrance.

Ray and Jenn having their first dance.

Toast by the bridesmaid. Just love their expressions here.

Ray’s brother really knows how to work the crowd =)

Cutting the cake.

I think Ray approves of the cake!

Enjoying some time with their guests.

Congratulations Ray and Jenn! We’re so happy for you guys!

Venue: Seven-Degrees Laguna Beach

Second Shooter: Steven Nguyen

Pasadena Birthday Party

Our close friends, Julie and Johnny recently held a party their daughter’s 2nd birthday. Joie loves Dora the Explorer so her mom planned a Dora themed party for her. Complete with cupcake toppers and life-sized character cutouts.

Julie teaches elementary, so she had the activities planned and organized =)

Among the many tasty treats was Julie’s famous homemade Goba Milk Tea. Julie has been making milk tea for quite some time now and everyone keeps telling her to open up her own shop!

Here’s Joie hanging out in her playroom with her friends.

After lunch, we moved outdoors for the water balloon toss. =)

The kids first tossed water balloons at the tree, but soon found that Johnny was a more interesting target. Check out Bethany’s pitching arm!

Joie playing with the bubble machine

Although it was her sister’s birthday, Janie got lots of love and attention too. In fact, everyone wanted to hold her so she was never alone =)

Bethany loves her little friend =)

This little girl had the cutest flower hair clip on. She was so good about keeping on, Audrey would have taken it off in a instant!

Getting together for a group picture with Dora and Swiper

After the water balloon toss, we moved back inside for craft time!

Some of the cute door hangers that the kids made.

Of course, it wouldn’t be a Dora themed party without a Dora cake!

Johnny helping Joie blow out the candles.

Mmm…. chocolate…

Finally, the kids all got to take home a personalized adventure pack as a party favor. It was filled with binoculars, sunglasses, flashlight and everything the young explorer needs for adventure

Julie and Johnny with Joie and Janie. A family of J’s! Thanks for hosting such a wonderful party! We are so blessed by your friendship =)

Irvine Family Portraits

Last weekend, I met up with Danny and Cecillia at Civic Center Park in Irvine for some family portraits with their two adorable girls.  Don’t their daughters have the sweetest smiles? =)

You can see how much mom loves her girls =)

You can never be too old for swings!

We got to the park near sunset, and were greeted with the famous Orange County light… I’m seriously convinced that the sun shine differently in OC.

Afterward we made a quick trek down to Balboa Island for some harbor scenery.

Only the two girls were suppose to jump, but as you can see, mom wanted in on the action too!

Thanks for the wonderful time together Danny and Cecillia!