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December 1, 2009 What is up!

Hey guys! I just want to pop up and say thank you to all the peeps that have been checking, reading, and continually supporting this blog. It has been a very busy wedding season that has just passed and I have too many images to share. And that I am working as fast as I can to get them out to my awesome clients. In the next few weeks, I will try to post random favorites images from weddings and engagement sessions that had been accumulating within the last couple of months. Once again, thank you for your patience and please come back soon ;) Here are a few from Cassie and Robert's beautiful Long Beach wedding.
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[December 2, 2009 09:56 AM] Perel Alexander said:

Great photo session!
Like the blown background.
Awesome work...

[December 3, 2009 10:33 PM] Ashley said:

I love these wedding shots. I was wondering what happened to you....now I see you were just kicking some butt on some more awesome weddings!

[December 7, 2009 08:56 PM] connieMchung said:

that first shot is awesome! they're all awesome!

[December 14, 2009 04:27 AM] Travis Williams said:

absolutely LOVE the group shots dude ! well placed in front of each window !

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October 28, 2009 Julie + Casey :: The Ahwahnee Hotel :: Yosemite

Julie and Casey had their wedding at the magnificent Ahwahnee Hotel in Yosemite. This has been one of my most favorite destination weddings of 2009. This is my third trip to Yosemite and I have to say that it never gets old. Julie and Casey is an amazingly sweet and kindhearted couple. They had a heartfelt wedding ceremony witnessed by a small group of loving family and friends. At the reception, there were an abundance of great company, food, wine, and music to rock the place down. Everything worked out perfectly and I couldn't have asked for anything more. Also love the fact that I get to hang out with my talented photographer friend Maurice Martinez from Northern California.
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Love this moment shared between Casey and Mom. julie+casey_01.jpg

They had their "first look" under a big oak tree. julie+casey_10.jpg

This is my favorite bouquet toss shot up to date. julie+casey_41.jpg

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[October 28, 2009 08:47 PM] Beth said:

OMG! Jason.. one day you hafta let me shadow you! these are super gorgeous! I love the peacock feathers! My fave shot i think, is the one of the b&g under the tree, with the crazy insane bokeh that looks like they are in a bubble right! ha! so cool!

[October 29, 2009 02:04 AM] Brandon Wong said:

Gorgeous location and you definitely knew how to make use of it.

[October 29, 2009 03:41 PM] fer juaristi said:

one word, cool! every pic throw my off my chair.

[October 29, 2009 05:44 PM] mari said:

I was in this wedding and you just took me back! AMAZING JOB GUYS. I love love love love these. :)

[October 30, 2009 04:03 PM] Carina McLaughlin said:

Jason...I've been stalking your blog waiting for these pics, and you didn't disappoint! Yosemite is one of my favorite places on earth and you captured it beautifully! Wonderful and breath-taking!

[November 6, 2009 02:57 AM] //conrad\\ said:

wheeew...had to hold my breath for each shot..coz it keeps taking my breath away ;) the use of the oak tree to frame on their first look is just......................

[November 25, 2009 04:16 AM] Alex Rapada said:

Awsome photos, awsome location! good stuff jason!

[December 14, 2009 04:32 AM] Travis Williams said:

oh man.... bridal party shot looks Sam Hassas Inspired with a Q train twist ! great great post processing on this wedding - like all weddings from you

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September 24, 2009 Jenny + Andrew :: The Hitch

We had such an awesome time hanging out and bonding with Jenny and Andrew on their wedding day. These two are so incredibly generous, sweet, fun and completely in love with each other. It was just a good-ol-time from beginning til end. Oh, and we really didn't mind having buffet-style sushi and prime rib for dinner. YES, YOU HEARD ME! Our team this time around included Quan Nguyen as second photographer and Nick Wilson as my assistant. Jenny and Andrew...we felt privileged and honored to be at one of the most important days of your lives.
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During their tea ceremony, the girls made Andrew sang a song and played other games before letting him through. jen+drew_02.jpg

I think Jenny was more excited about getting a bag of Doritos than red envelopes:) jen+drew_04.jpg

Then she was transformed into a beautiful bride. jen+drew_06.jpg

Jenny gave all of her bridemaids pearl necklaces as a surprise gift. jen+drew_07.jpg

A picture of Jen's dad. jen+drew_08.jpg

The first look. jen+drew_14.jpg

An emotional moment shared by Andrew and mother in law. jen+drew_18.jpg

Love this shot of Jenny and her brother. jen+drew_34.jpg

I totally got lucky with this shot during the garter toss. jen+drew_35.jpg

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[September 25, 2009 01:09 AM] dana said:

Gorgeous first dance photos and the last shot through the leaves is awesome

[September 25, 2009 07:06 AM] Christina Montemurro said:

Jason, these images are phenomenal. Every single one is a work of art. Jenny and Andrew were so fortunate to have you document their celebration!

[September 25, 2009 08:19 AM] ari S. said:

This set is hella clean. Can you adopt me?
hahaha
~ari

[September 25, 2009 11:14 AM] QC Cong said:

Beautiful work as always, J. I especially like the shot of the couple in the court yard with the big tree draping over them. That's a classic!

[September 29, 2009 06:56 PM] connieMchung said:

these are awesome jason!

[September 30, 2009 03:13 PM] Nick Wilson said:

Awesome Jason!!! The wedding was beautiful the photos tell the story fo sho. I had a great time working w/you and Quan!!! Sushi was cool too...

[October 12, 2009 04:05 PM] Brandon Wong said:

#11 is amazing. You always find these awesome slivers of light

[October 15, 2009 01:08 AM] RCJones said:

Dude, every time I come on here your stuff gets better and better. Killer set bro, clean and original images from start to finish. And you're getting way too good at off-camera. See you at WPPI!

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September 4, 2009 Jodi + Troy :: Rancho Las Lomas

I felt so privileged to be Jodi and Troy's wedding photographer. These guys are two of the most classiest people that I have ever met. On top of that, they are so sweet and genuine. And after meeting their families, I completely understood where they got these traits from. They had such an awsome wedding at Rancho Las Lomas with so many amazing details. Thanks guys for having us. We had a blast.

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Conrad caught this image of the princesses as they were walking down the aisle.
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[September 4, 2009 01:06 PM] Mieng said:

Beautiful compositions Jason! Man, you were up late w/ this one...or awake super early.

[September 6, 2009 01:04 PM] Michelle said:

simply lovely. love the bouquet photo!

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August 14, 2009 Brandee + Brad :: The Shangrila :: Kauai, HI

Brad and Brandee got married on a glorious day at a private estate called The Moloaa Shangri-la on the beautiful island of Kauai. Words can not begin to describe how exotic and heavenly this place is. It reminded of a real life Jungle Book story. Situated in the center of this paradise is a two-story bungalow furnished with ornate antiques and artifacts from all over the world. It was just a perfect setting for a getaway from the monotonous city life. Their ceremony was certainly a very emotional one. They were surrounded by families and really close friends. And the bridal party...they were a riot. That's more than a wedding photographer could ever ask for. I am forever grateful for giving me the opportunity to have this unforgettable experience. I felt so privileged to be there to witness your special day and not to mention being on the island itself brought a great sense of tranquility.

Venue ~ The Moloaa Shangri-la Estate
Dress ~ Casablanca Bridal
Coodinator ~ Diana Gardner

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[August 14, 2009 11:26 AM] ::conrad:: said:

Dang JT, your intro is a great transition to an awesome set of pictures. As always man, no matter how much I stalk your blog. You never seize to amaze and inspire with your creativity.

[August 14, 2009 11:50 AM] Brandee said:

Jason, the teasers came out beautifully!! I can't wait to see the rest! Thank you again so much for capturing and being a part of our special day.

[August 14, 2009 09:58 PM] Ashley said:

Love these. It looks like an awesome wedding. My fav is the 2nd to last one, wide angle of them dancing. Great way to show off the reception.

[August 15, 2009 06:33 AM] Guen said:

I LOVE this series. I blogstalk your blog, all the time, so I'm not surprised by the awesome pix, but this one really made me laugh and smile, and cry...it was great! Also, Kaua'i is my FAVORITE place in the world, made it even more special. Inspiring, as always!!

[August 24, 2009 12:26 PM] Maureen said:

These pics definitely make you smile and cry all at the same time. How beautiful they are all- of course without such a beautiful couple I am not sure they would be as wonderful

[August 28, 2009 05:11 PM] Thi Nguyen said:

Beautiful photography, wonderful emotions, beautiful colors, LOVE it.
Thi