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baby hailey

April 24, 2009

“welcome to the world”

Introducing baby Hailey!!! Michelle & Steven welcomed their lil’ baby girl in early April and I was honored to document her entrance into the world. Isn’t she just sooo precious?

Ok I know, poor lil’ babies – the things we do to them – like put them in baskets and snap photos! I just love how her lil’ foot and toes are curling.

baby hailey

Look at that lil’ diaper tush:

baby hailey

Sooo precious

baby hailey

Sleeping in daddy’s arms:

baby hailey

I LOVE lil’ feet!!!

baby hailey

Why, good morning!!

baby hailey

Check out the cute lil’ onesy signed by family & friends:

baby hailey

And now we are hungry…whaaaa!!! Kids love me, I tell ya! =)

baby hailey

Tags: baby photos, Hailey, Michelle & Steven, newborn, portraits
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mission accomplished!!!

April 22, 2009

“hangin’ tough”

You know when I put my mind to something – it gets done!!!

So my sister and I went to the NKOTB concert at the Hollywood Palladium this past Saturday expecting to scream our heads off as the boys/men serenaded us with “Please Don’t Go Girl” and “My Favorite Girl”. We didn’t expect that we would be up close and personal with Donnie!!! After an amazing concert where we were only about 5 rows away from them and an even more amazing after-party at the House of Blues on Sunset, we found ourselves at the after-after party where my sister met Joey (I sadly missed him) and we both met Donnie was who super cute (*swoon*) and super nice. Ok so we sort of talked our way into the after-after party, but who needs details?! The important thing is after 21 years, my dreams have finally come true! I’m not sure if that’s happy or sad…lol.

Anyhoo, here’s a recap of our exciting adventure:

We begin at 3pm on a very hot and sunny Saturday afternoon. Yes we were waiting in line at 3pm for a 7:30pm concert and yes there were like 100 people ahead of us! Some women had camped out the night before!!! I’m sporting my “Cover Girl” shirt – it’s like I knew I was gonna meet Donnie!!

nkotb concert

Ok so I got a lil’ excited when I saw their tour bus. LOL.

nkotb concert

We finally get in 4 hours later but soooo worth it!!! Except I’m not so sure about Joey’s gold jacket.

nkotb concert

At the after-after party with one of the Jabbawockeez who opened for NKOTB:

nkotb concert

And the grand finale…*sigh*… I kinda wished he smiled but I think he was trying to look tough =). Or maybe he was scared of two crazy lil’ Asian girls.

nkotb concert

Tags: Hollywood Palladium, House of Blues, Jabbawockeez, Live Nation, new kids on the block, nkotb, Sunset
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the mission continues…

April 18, 2009

“didn’t i (blow your mind)”

Guess where I am going tonight?! Guess where I am camping out infront of right now?!

Yup, the boys from beantown are here in LA and my kooky sister and I are waiting anxiously in line for our Joey, Jordan, Jon, Donnie and Danny! (Can’t you just hear my sister shrieking with excitement in the background?!) You know a blog post will be coming next week!

nkotb

Tags: Hollywood Palladium, new kids on the block, nkotb
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michelle & tony: engagement

April 16, 2009

“boom boom pow”

Funny story. So I met with Michelle & Tony last fall and halfway during our meeting Tony explained to me that his aunt is my sister-in-law! Such a small world and I’m glad it is! These two are so much fun and sooo perfect for each other! Our session was all laughs, even though we were never quite blessed with the best SoCal weather. Nevertheless, we had an amazing shoot and I cannot wait for their wedding next weekend!

We found this backdrop that matched their outfits perfectly:

michelle & tony engagement by kim le photography

LOVE Michelle’s purple shoes!

michelle & tony engagement

I *heart* this photo! And check out Michelle’s legs!

michelle & tony engagement

Playing with some photoshop textures:

michelle & tony engagement

One of my faves:

michelle & tony engagement

HAHHAH…it was all Tony’s idea!

michelle & tony engagement

What a way to end the day!

michelle & tony engagement

And for more, you know what to do – click HERE !!!

Tags: engagement, kim le photography, laguna beach, michelle & tony
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annia & jordan: day after

April 14, 2009

“after all”

You may remember this gorgeous couple from their lovely wedding last fall. Annia & Jordan are so sweet and stylish and I was thrilled to be shooting them again for their “day after” session. Day after sessions are also known as “trash the dress” sessions. Don’t worry – you don’t actually have to trash your beautiful wedding dress. It’s really just an excuse to wear it again . I love day after sessions – couples are usually way more relaxed resulting in some really amazing and creative portraits. Check it out for yourself!

annia and jordan wedding

Annia is so stunning – check out those fierce eyes! And can I just say I love their tattoos?!

annia and jordan wedding

We caught some beautiful light:

annia and jordan wedding

Love the golden yellow fields!

annia and jordan wedding

It’s hard being a model ya know. Seriously – the twigs were not as comfortable as they looked!

annia and jordan wedding

Happily ever after =)

annia and jordan wedding

Tags: annia & jordan, day after, trash the dress, weddings
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spring fever

April 10, 2009

“you found me”

Coming soon…

annia and jordan trash the dress

Tags: trash the dress, weddings
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in the now weddings: tablescapes

April 9, 2009

“now and forever”

Last month I got together with the wonderful team from In the Now Weddings to capture months of hard work for them and fabulous tablescapes for us! Amanda should seriously rename herself A-Mazing. I really don’t know know how her team comes up with all of these amazing ideas and details! Every table was so unique and stylish that I am inspired to possibly turn on the stove one day and throw a swanky dinner party complete with tablescapes!

For now, feast your eyes on these beautiful creations courtesy of In the Now Weddings:

in the now weddings tablescapes

Tags: Amanda Auer, decor, In the Now Weddings, tablescapes, weddings
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lynda & mike: wedding

April 3, 2009

“shine”

Lynda & Mike’s 15 hour wedding extravaganza was a day they will never forget. Complete with 3 ceremonies and over 450 guests, they celebrated their marriage big time!!!! From behind the lens, I witnessed countless memorable moments, but the moment I will always remember is during the reception dinner, Mike was making a toast to his beautiful bride and shouted “I only have two words to say – I SCORED!!!!” Hahha…yes you did Mike! =)

*Lynda & Mike – I can’t thank you enough for having me a part of such a special day for you. You are so sweet and thoughtful – even making sure I was ok on your busy wedding day! I guess I scored! =) You are a beautiful couple inside & out and I’m sure you are looking even better with your golden tans from St. Lucia =).

We start out with the traditional tea ceremony:

lynda & mike wedding

I was moved by how emotional Lynda’s mother got watching her daughter get married:

lynda & mike wedding

Lynda changes into her gorgeous gown after to get ready for the church ceremony:

lynda & mike wedding

The beautiful St. Callistus Church:

lynda & mike wedding

Followed by the ceremony at the

lynda & mike wedding

We ventured to a nearby park for some portraits and group shots. I highly recommend taking an hour out of the day to do this. Soooo worth it!

lynda & mike wedding

Ok isn’t Lynda just stunning?!

lynda & mike wedding

What a beautiful couple!

lynda & mike wedding

And a beautiful bouquet!

lynda & mike wedding

Seriously one of my favorite shots of the day. I couldn’t stop laughing. These guys crack me up.

lynda & mike wedding

I know jumping shots have become very common, but I just LOVE them. Everyone always enjoys them and gets really into it. Check out how high the flower girl got and how her dress looks like a bell! LOVE it!

lynda & mike wedding