Posts Tagged ‘orange county wedding photographer’

“fireflies”

I met Chau & Kevin over coffee last year after Kevin had seen some of my work posted on a friend’s facebook page. And who said facebook is a waste of time?! I really enjoyed getting to know their fun, laid back personalities. We also found that we had more mutual friends in common and a similar love for food. Definitely my kind of people :) .  I know their wedding in March will be just as fun!

We started off at the Mission San Juan Capistrano and boy were they working it already.

san juan capistrano engagement by kim le photography

san juan capistrano engagement by kim le photography

san juan capistrano engagement by kim le photography

san juan capistrano engagement by kim le photography

san juan capistrano engagement by kim le photography

san juan capistrano engagement by kim le photography

san juan capistrano engagement by kim le photography

san juan capistrano engagement by kim le photography

san juan capistrano engagement by kim le photography

san juan capistrano engagement by kim le photography

san juan capistrano engagement by kim le photography

san juan capistrano engagement by kim le photography

san juan capistrano engagement by kim le photography

This got a lil’ too steamy for me.

san juan capistrano engagement by kim le photography

san juan capistrano engagement by kim le photography

One of my favorites of the day:

san juan capistrano engagement by kim le photography

san juan capistrano engagement by kim le photography

san juan capistrano engagement by kim le photography

I love finding streets like this.

san juan capistrano engagement by kim le photography

Yep these two know how to work it.

san juan capistrano engagement by kim le photography

And they know how to have fun together. Very important.

san juan capistrano engagement by kim le photography

I told Kevin to dip Chau like he meant it.

san juan capistrano engagement by kim le photography

san juan capistrano engagement by kim le photography

meet DJ Z

February 18, 2010

“this DJ”

If you have not heard of DJ Z, you will soon. He is seriously good at what he does and I am not just saying that because he is one of my good friends. DJ Z knows how to work the crowd at every party/wedding and his beats are so sick (yes that is my ghetto talk) that I have even found myself bobbing my lil’ head along while working the weddings. They don’t call me Lil’ Kim for nothing :) . Anyhow, when DJ Z asked me to take some what we say in Vietnamese, “dep trai” or handsome pictures for his upcoming website, I was thrilled because I love working with other industry vendors and I love shooting creative portrait sessions like these. I told him that not only would I provide a boost to his business (not that he needs it), but also his love life (not that he needs it either) :) . So yes ladies be sure to holla at cha boy. And yes he is going to kill for me this, but thank me later when all of the ladies start lining up and saying “i’m with the DJ”. Ok I’ll stop my ghetto talk for now.

To listen to some of his amazing work, check out DJ Z’s facebook page and become a fan by clicking HERE.

Special thanks to the lovely Nadine Truong for assisting on the shoot. Check out her photography and film work by clicking HERE.

DJ Z by kim le photography

DJ Z by kim le photography

DJ Z by kim le photography

DJ Z by kim le photography

DJ Z by kim le photography

DJ Z by kim le photography

DJ Z by kim le photography

DJ Z by kim le photography

DJ Z by kim le photography

DJ Z by kim le photography

DJ Z by kim le photography

DJ Z by kim le photography

DJ Z by kim le photography

DJ Z by kim le photography

DJ Z by kim le photography

“love will find a way”

I just love running around with my couples. We always have the best time getting to know each other and having so much fun simply goofing off. I love Cylie Lyn & Grant for their contagious laughter and wonderful sense of humor. It was a treat just to see how much fun they have together as a couple. We had dinner after our Getty Center engagement shoot, had some more great laughs and talked about their relationship. Grant told me how he had given up on the idea of marriage and finding that certain someone…until he met Cylie Lyn unexpectedly a few years ago and everything changed. It made me smile and reminded me why I love to do what I do. I guess the best things in life are unexpected :) .  I can’t wait for their wedding THIS Sunday! Yes this Sunday! The first wedding of 2010 and it’s gonna be a great one!

los angeles getty center engagement by kim le photography

los angeles getty center engagement by kim le photography

los angeles getty center engagement by kim le photography

los angeles getty center engagement by kim le photography

los angeles getty center engagement by kim le photography

los angeles getty center engagement by kim le photography

los angeles getty center engagement by kim le photography

los angeles getty center engagement by kim le photography

los angeles getty center engagement by kim le photography

los angeles getty center engagement by kim le photography

los angeles getty center engagement by kim le photography

los angeles getty center engagement by kim le photography

los angeles getty center engagement by kim le photography

los angeles getty center engagement by kim le photography

my favorite things: cupcakes

February 14, 2010

“one sweet day”
Recently I introduced you to a new, recurring feature on my blog – “ my inspirations“, which will center around the everyday beauties that inspire my work, life, and hopefully love :) . This week I would like to bring to you another new, soon-to-be recurring feature: “my favorite things”. No I am not Oprah (I wish!), but I am a very passionate person and I make it a priority to enjoy all the things I am passionate about :) . I try to not take anything for granted, but at the same time, work hard for all the things I still want. So this new feature will share all the things that make me smile, dance and aspire for more. If that doesn’t interest you, then just check back for pictures of food. I guarantee you there will be a lot of foodie related posts. :)

Today is of course Valentine’s Day and what better way to celebrate than with something (or someone) sweet?! And what better sweetness to have than red velvet cupcakes from Sprinkles! I think I especially liked them because they came with cute, lil’ hearts on top :) .

sprinkles cupcakes kim le photography

Hoping you are spending the day with the ones you love!!!!  XOXO

featured: LA Style Unveiled!

February 10, 2010

“just dance”

Happy dances for KLP all this week!!!!! 2010 has been amazing for KLP so far and I just know there is still so much more ahead!

Jennifer & Charlie’s gorgeous Rancho Las Lomas wedding was featured on the wonderful website LA Style Unveiled! The website is another great resource for brides and is dedicated to wedding planning for the stylish bride. Thank you to Heather and LA Style Unveiled for featuring Jennifer & Charlie’s stylish wedding!

Be sure to check out the website for wedding planning and the full post including more photos and bridal commentary by clicking HERE!

LA Style Unveiled kim le photography

“two is better than one”
It is always so exciting and humbling to have your work featured on other blogs. It really inspires me to do more and better :) . This week I have two wonderful features on two wonderful blogs!

The first feature is on the Wedding Blog by Wedding Bee. The blog is updated by real brides, where they document all the joys of wedding planning. It is a great resource for all brides. Some of my umbrella shots from Luci & Ernesto’s wedding were featured on the blog titled “Reasons to Want Rain on Your Wedding Day”. Thanks Miss Hot Wings of Wedding Bee! Read her great stuff here!

Wedding Bee blog kim le photography

The second feature showcases Vi & Aaron’s engagement session on the lovely blog Ever Ours, a blog created by Lydia Yeung and is dedicated to all that inspires love and weddings. I am so lucky to be a part of such a beautiful blog! Thanks Lydia! See the full blog post here!

Ever Ours kim le photography

“listen to your heart”
The red heart shaped balloon just says it all: this is one cute, fun loving couple :) . Vi & Aaron are too sweet for words and I will let their cuteness & love do the talking here:

orange county engagement by kim le photography

orange county engagement by kim le photography

orange county engagement by kim le photography

orange county engagement by kim le photography

Did I mention they are a picture perfect couple?! :) .

orange county engagement by kim le photography

orange county engagement by kim le photography

orange county engagement by kim le photography

orange county engagement by kim le photography

I think Aaron had waaaay too much fun with the balloon ;) .

orange county engagement by kim le photography

orange county engagement by kim le photography

orange county engagement by kim le photography

I usually don’t recommend couples to be too matchy with their outfits, but in this case, I think Vi & Aaron looked so casually cool and cute :) .

orange county engagement by kim le photography

orange county engagement by kim le photography

orange county engagement by kim le photography

My couples always find kissing to be the best part of our sessions :) .

orange county engagement by kim le photography

orange county engagement by kim le photography

orange county engagement by kim le photography

Here’s to their September wedding! I can’t wait! :)

“that’s amore”
I was so excited to shoot Gina & Marcus’ engagement session, despite them both being Trojans =P. Gina & Marcus are such a fun, sweet couple and I am so glad to have gotten to know them. I guess some Trojans aren’t that bad after all :) . Gina & Marcus live in downtown and Marcus had proposed to Gina in their fabulous downtown apartment so we planned our shoot around their story. I just love shooting in downtown Los Angeles – there are so many interesting, unique backdrops. We had such a great time and now I can’t wait for their wedding in May!

downtown los angeles engagement by kim le photography

They can be both cute and fierce :)

downtown los angeles engagement by kim le photography

downtown los angeles engagement by kim le photography

downtown los angeles engagement by kim le photography

Some of my favorites from the day:

downtown los angeles engagement by kim le photography

downtown los angeles engagement by kim le photography

I love the next few sets of photos:

downtown los angeles engagement by kim le photography

downtown los angeles engagement by kim le photography

downtown los angeles engagement by kim le photography

downtown los angeles engagement by kim le photography

downtown los angeles engagement by kim le photography

downtown los angeles engagement by kim le photography

downtown los angeles engagement by kim le photography

This is their stunning rooftop view:

downtown los angeles engagement by kim le photography

Did I mention I love my couples?!

downtown los angeles engagement by kim le photography

What a way to end the day :)

downtown los angeles engagement by kim le photography

“just like a star”

I think it’s only fitting that I post Luci & Ernesto’s lovely winter wedding this week. It has been raining up a storm in Los Angeles lately, and the only other time it rained here in the past several months was on Luci & Ernesto’s big day. Despite the rain, Luci & Ernesto were all smiles on their wedding day and clearly did not need the rain to bring them any good luck :) . These two are so charming and perfect for one another and besides, they are both fellow Bruins! :) This was my first wedding with rainy conditions and I have a new, profound respect for photographers not from sunny Southern California. Rain or shine, the show must go on and so beautifully it did :) . Congrats to my favorite Bruin couple: Luci & Ernesto! Can I get an 8-clap for the newlyweds?!

A special gift Luci got for her man:

claremont wedding by kim le photography

Such gorgeous details on Luci’s gown:

claremont wedding by kim le photography

I heart purple shoes.

claremont wedding by kim le photography

And I just heart getting ready shots. Don’t forget to schedule photography time for this ladies!

claremont wedding by kim le photography

claremont wedding by kim le photography

claremont wedding by kim le photography

claremont wedding by kim le photography

Classic cars are cool.

claremont wedding by kim le photography

claremont wedding by kim le photography

The church ceremony was held at the lovely St. Peter & Paul Church:

claremont wedding by kim le photography

claremont wedding by kim le photography

claremont wedding by kim le photography

claremont wedding by kim le photography

claremont wedding by kim le photography

claremont wedding by kim le photography

claremont wedding by kim le photography

claremont wedding by kim le photography

claremont wedding by kim le photography

claremont wedding by kim le photography

It’s all about the details, right?! :)

claremont wedding by kim le photography

In search of dry areas, we ventured to nearby Pomona College for some great shots. I just adored Luci’s purple bouquet by Wisteria Grove!

claremont wedding by kim le photography

claremont wedding by kim le photography

claremont wedding by kim le photography

The complete wedding party all decked out:

claremont wedding by kim le photography

claremont wedding by kim le photography

Of course I made them go outside and of course with the UCLA umbrella-ella, ella, eh, eh, eh :)

claremont wedding by kim le photography

claremont wedding by kim le photography

claremont wedding by kim le photography

And while the ladies wanted to stay dry (I don’t blame them), the fellas were a little more adventurous:

claremont wedding by kim le photography

claremont wedding by kim le photography

Please note that while my couple is in the rain, so am I! And David…who is not only good at holding my bags, but also my umbrella :) . I kid, I kid.

claremont wedding by kim le photography

Off to the reception at the lovely Doubletree Hotel in Claremont.

claremont wedding by kim le photography

claremont wedding by kim le photography

claremont wedding by kim le photography

claremont wedding by kim le photography

A loving moment between Luci & her father:

claremont wedding by kim le photography

And Luci & her husband :) :

claremont wedding by kim le photography

Some more reception favorites:

claremont wedding by kim le photography

Special thanks to Luci & Ernesto’s fabulous vendors:
Second shooter: David Do
Church: St. Peter & St. Paul Church – Alta Loma
Venue: Doubletree Hotel Claremont
Wedding Planner: Lux Event Planning (Sylvia Srisinthorn)
Cake: Cucamonga Cakery
Florist: Wisteria Grove
DJ: After Dark Entertainment
Invitations: Emily K Paperie
Mariachi: Mariachi Gorriones de Sonora
Videographer: Henry Casas

Remember to CHECK OUT LUCI & ERNESTO’S WEDDING SLIDESHOW by clicking HERE!!!!