2011 Desiree & John

Another great couple married this year! This time I'm the best man! Even though I didn't get to shoot my friends wedding, I was proud and thankful to be in it.

The wedding was in San Jose on this beautiful day. One thing I was also happy to do was to set up a photo booth per request from the bride, Desiree. There are a lot of things you don't expect to see at weddings, but when you have something that the guests can work themselves and instantly get a print. Something just comes out from within. Every shot was in between goofy and happy. A lot of photos came out of that booth, but here's the best ones put into a quick montage. Enjoy!

*Update* - So I finally got the photos done from the Desiree & John's rehearsal wedding. I didn't shoot these photos, but they are my settings =)   Thanks Frally! Good Job!

2010 Grandpa Samuel Anniversary

we decided to have my grandfather's 1 year anniversary for passing on. everyone decided to get together a few months earlier. this is always a special occasion when you can hang out with your family. just 1 year earlier we were all together for the funeral and celebration for my grandfather. shot 10-22mm, 24-70mm L.

580ex II with diffuser, basic =)



  

The above photo will be my last time I see my Uncle Joe (Above). He passes away 1 month before the second year anniversary of his father Grandpa Samuel. Cherish time and cherish your family. Another reason why photos can be so important in our lives.

2010 Marathon Runner, Anton Garcia

Anton Garcia is my coworker. he is a great guy and friend to have. he's also into marathons! here was a chance to shoot an athlete who just finished their first marathon yesterday. i went with the 50mm 1.4 and 24-70mm. 580ex II on justin clamps and stand w/ basic umbrella were my choice of lights.

  

2010 June 28 Engagement Lunch for Des & John

Willow Glen in San Jose, CA. Bill's Cafe, engagement lunch for cousin Des and John. went with the 10-22mm and a 580ex II. the food here is great as always. when shooting this engagement lunch, i wasn't pressuredat all. it's mostly friends or relatives of the bride who attended, so it was very relaxed. it was a busy sunday and there were a lot of customers so it was loud, but we did enjoy ourselves. ended up going close and personal with the shots. i like the wide angle view and it works for every event i've shot. going wide just helps immerse the viewer in what is happening. i couldn't around much either so again it works in that situation (i was eating =))