Connie & Jeff's Photography http://www.kanipark.com Mon, 21 May 2012 00:28:58 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 Rancho Las Lomas, Orange County Wedding | Clarissa & Paul http://www.kanipark.com/rancho-las-lomas-clarissa-paul/ http://www.kanipark.com/rancho-las-lomas-clarissa-paul/#comments Sat, 19 May 2012 16:08:58 +0000 admin http://www.kanipark.com/?p=1566 Oh my goodness~!!! What can I say about this awesome couple~!!! Clarissa met Paul when she joined the 80s band, Neon Nation~!!! I had soo~ much fun shooting their wedding at my favoritest venue, Rancho Las Lomas.  This is going to be a loooonnnnggggg post~!!! Ready? Okay, Go!!! :)

I just love how organic Clarissa’s bouquet is :)
Clarissa added the feathers & beading to her shoes :) Handsome Groom :)

There were 25 tables & each had their own unique, beautiful center pieces~!!! Bre from Joyful Weddings and Events did an amazing job with all the details of the wedding.

LOVE this set of both bride & groom seeing each other for the first time :) LOVE the slight side snug :) how cute is the flower girl?!?!!!First kiss as husband & wife :) The parentals :) PARTY bus :)
We made a pit stop at the couples home to take a few shots with their baby, J.  She lunged at me in the first shot, hahaha. She was so excited to play & was waiting for mama to toss the bouquet. It was really cute :) Family photo :) And back to Rancho Las Lomas for the reception.Guest stamp in :) Guest gifts were these personalized lighters for everyone to light & wave during their (Neon Nation’s) performance. What an awesome idea~!!!Beautiful ladiesLOVE me some photobombing action, hahaha~working it :) LOVE the guy on Paul’s leg :) Awesome bridal party flipping the BYRD :)
beautiful couple :) GORGeous~!!!BOOM~!!!I LOVE this bench~!!!yeehaw~!!! hahaha :) rawr~!!! i don’t know which stare down is more mesmerizing :) Blankies for guests :) GRAND entrance~!!! 

Awesome band

First Dance

Mmm~ Dessert table :)
Cotton Candy?!? YES~!!! Bouquet/Garder TossRight after the slide show Clarissa & Paul sang & that began Neon Nations set :) I feel SOO~ lucky I got to see them perform live~!!! 

Here’s two videos clips I shot of Neon Nation’s performance Walking on Sunshine & Into the Groove, enjoy…. I know I did :)

]]> http://www.kanipark.com/rancho-las-lomas-clarissa-paul/feed/ 0 Bel-Air Bay Club, Pacific Palisades Wedding http://www.kanipark.com/bel-air-bay-club-pacific-palisades/ http://www.kanipark.com/bel-air-bay-club-pacific-palisades/#comments Fri, 27 Apr 2012 22:50:07 +0000 admin http://www.kanipark.com/?p=1502 The Bel-Air Bay Club was such a beautiful location with an awesome staff.  The bride & groom are such a kind & sweet couple.  Even though it was your wedding day, you made sure everyone felt loved & included.  You’re wedding party, family & friends were all so thoughtful.  You two are such a great couple, not only to work with but just to be around.  Can’t wait to see you again for your Trash the Dress session :)

Love seeing the expressions on the bride’s face as she gets put into her wedding dress :)

HOT Vera Wang shoes

GORGeous Bride~!!!

Such a sweet moment as the flower girls share M&Ms :)

Working it :)

Such a radiant bride :)

Happiness & LOVE always :)

Privacy please ;)

Kekeke, some floss & toothbrushes (in the back) from the dental hygienist :)

Woohoo~ Making a GRAND entrance :)

LOVE LOVE LOVE :)

Special Moment between Father & Daughter

This just makes me smile :)

Party, Party :)

Woot woot :)

The groom gettin’ down :)

]]> http://www.kanipark.com/bel-air-bay-club-pacific-palisades/feed/ 0 Biltmore Hotel, Santa Barbara Wedding | Kyra & Chad http://www.kanipark.com/biltmore-hotel-santa-barbara-wedding-kyra-chad/ http://www.kanipark.com/biltmore-hotel-santa-barbara-wedding-kyra-chad/#comments Sat, 14 Apr 2012 10:10:41 +0000 admin http://www.kanipark.com/?p=73 Kyra & Chad are the sweetest couple.  Kyra look absolutely stunning in her dress and I love it when the men wear beige, tan, gray suits.  They had a beautiful wedding in the courtyard of the Biltmore.  This Hotel is a goldmine when it comes to photography locations.  We were even able to walk right across the street to get some great photos on the beach.  Chad’s dad was the best man.  When Jeff & I found out we were surprised because Chad has so many friends yet he asked his dad to stand by his side.  His father was so happy and proud and said he was even surprised when he was asked.  Jeff & I talk about how happy it would make him if Jace were to ask him to be his bestman.Kyra wore her mother’s wedding dress. Below is a picture of her mother that was displayed on the guest table, with a signed that said, “Every bride wants her wedding dress to be special.  What is more meaningful than to wear a dress that belonged to your mother…  My mother’s dressmaker designed her wedding gown twenty-four years ago.  Today I have the honor & pleasure of wearing the same dress, slightly altered by the same dress maker.  Some of you here today may even remember!  A wonderful gesture & a treasured gift!”  Once I saw it I knew I wanted to recreate the pose :)  

I just LOVE taking first glance photos of the couples, cuz 1. we get to have more time with the couple for portraits & 2. we get an opportunity capture beautiful emotions :)

GAHorgeous~!!!

Their reception was gorgeous, their wedding planner did an amazing job putting everything together.

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kekeke~ the bootie shot :)

my wittle bunny wabbit :)

this is the one shot i wanted & bam, got it :)

umm… excuse me~ i’m nekkid :)

poor shaqy wacky~ hahaha :) i mean :(

shaq getting the upper hand :)

happy easter to you all :)

]]> http://www.kanipark.com/easter-2012/feed/ 0 Ventura California Wedding | Michele & Marc http://www.kanipark.com/michele-marc-wedding/ http://www.kanipark.com/michele-marc-wedding/#comments Sat, 17 Mar 2012 09:30:43 +0000 admin http://www.kanipark.com/?p=1309 Remember Michele & Marc? How could you not with their CRAZY, FUN killer clown engagement session.  Their wedding was just as fun as their esesh, Justin Bieber even made an appearance :)

All the girls were ready by the time I got to the bridal suite.  Just look how calm & relaxed Michele looked while getting into her wedding gown.

GORGeous~!!!

BAM~ hottie patottie in the hizzouse~!!!

Marc cleans up pretty well too ;)

This is a shot of Michele & Marc right before seeing each other for their first glance.

The girls hid Michele’s for the BIG reveal.  I absolutely LOVE the next couple photos.

TADA~!!!

How CUTE is Michele~!!!

I can just feel the love :)

True love’s embrace <3<3<3

And THIS is why I absolutely LOVE shooting first glances~!!!

The wonderful bridal party :)

The Bad@$$ Bridesmaids :)

Workin’ it, Michele~!!!

BOOM~ such a beautiful couple :)

There’s always time for some playground fun.

and some kissin’ :)

The ceremony & reception was held at Marc’s Parents pad.  I LOVE seeing photos of parent’s wedding photos <3<3<3
And then their are times when I find GEMS~!!! I seriously felt like I won the jackpot with this :)

Sandy is Michele’s Sister & was the moh.  She is such a GREAT sister & didn’t have time to take maternity photos, so I shot an impromptu session for her :)
Beautiful Belly & Glowing Mama :)
I love this photo Jeff got of Marc & Simba right before walking down the aisle.  Marc just looks calm, collected & ready to meet his bride.
The beautiful flower boy :) and Michele walking down the aisle.
The ceremony was sweet & perfect.  I love how the tree was decorated with ribbons & lamps.
Moments like these is why I LOVE my job~!!!
Michele & Marc both wrote their vows & even I was amazed at how similar they were. The are absolutely perfect for each other~!!!This cutey announced, “You may now kiss the bride.” :)
And they did <3<3<3
Family Photo with their baby, Simba. Look how handsome does he looks :)
Simba, so sweet & kind :)
First dance as husband & wife.
Thumbs up :)
And smiles :)
Crazy people ;P
Marc & his Grandma danced to Frank Sinatra’s Way you Look Tonight, then she went up to DJ Drew Pierce & then DJ Kool’s Let me clear my throat came on :) It was awesome on so many different levels~!!! DJ Drew Pierce is definitely someone I would totally want to work with again.
JUSTIN BIEBER~!!! Anyone that loves JB is good in my book :)
I don’t know if Marc was trying to beat him up or kiss him ;P
Justin sure does get around :)

I guess kiss him was the answer :)
And a shout out to the Wedding Coordinator, Tiffany Carr (in black) for making the day go by so smoothly :)

FUN all night, even up to the very end :)

]]> http://www.kanipark.com/michele-marc-wedding/feed/ 0 Happy Saint Patrick’s Day 2012 http://www.kanipark.com/happy-sait-patricks-day/ http://www.kanipark.com/happy-sait-patricks-day/#comments Sat, 17 Mar 2012 07:22:48 +0000 admin http://www.kanipark.com/?p=1252 I love St. Patty’s day cuz 1. It gives me an excuse to drink beer, GREEN beer, 2. I get my yearly car bombs, mmm~ 3. gives me reason to dress up my babies in cute matchy matchy outfits & 4. it gives me an excuse to drink beer ;P

My handsome babies :)

This is what happens when I try to get a photo with my babies together, hahaha :)

]]> http://www.kanipark.com/happy-sait-patricks-day/feed/ 0 Disney Concert Hall Engagement Session | Kat & Fred http://www.kanipark.com/kat-and-fred-e-sesh/ http://www.kanipark.com/kat-and-fred-e-sesh/#comments Sun, 04 Mar 2012 05:14:14 +0000 admin http://www.kanipark.com/?p=1186 We met Kat & Fred a couple years ago at Maha & Daniel’s wedding.  Fred is Daniel’s Brother & was the best man who entertained everyone that day.  Kat was also a bridesmaid that day & I remember her being very sweet & kind.  I always look at couples at weddings & think, I hope I’ll be able to shoot their wedding too & here I am, so lucky to be able to shoot such a fun couple :)

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Above I filled a cup with Frosty Paws Bites one of Shaq’s favorite treats.  Below are the detail shots of all the goodies on the table.  From top left to right:  Doggy Bags to put all the TREATS in, a tower of Milk Bones, Dingo Dental Sticks, Dog Tags to use as name tags for each guest, Shaq in his adorable party hat!!!  I added the mini pom pom & ribbon around the base of the hat,  Green Candy Sticks in a yarn wrapped baby formula canister, Peanut Butter Spoons for Dogs & People ;) , Bone Shaped Rice Krispies Treats on Sticks, and Dog Themed Napkins from Party City.

Here’s the spread, SIT & STAY awhile :) Family Photo with the birthday boy.  Isn’t he the cutest?!?!!!

Aunt Jennie made the cupcakes for us & I added itty bitty Shaq’s to all of them :) Who knew adding little pom poms to each hat could make such a huge difference to the overall cuteness.Kekeke, I LOVE this photo of the birthday boy & me <3<3<3

Here’s the group photo minus aunt Jennie :)

For dinner Shaq had steak with broccoli :) The party was SOO~ fetch :P We celebrated on Shaq’s birthday, which is on Valentine’s Day and I didn’t want the hubbs to feel left out so I put together a little something something for him all via Pinterest.  The Love Coupons I printed out & glued on some cardstock, The I Love You Because Printout which I framed & used whiteboard/dryerase marker to write with and I Love You Cutout Card.

]]> http://www.kanipark.com/shaqs-10th-bday/feed/ 0 Woodland Hills Country Club Wedding | Kathleen & Sean http://www.kanipark.com/woodland-hills-country-club-wedding-kathleen-sean/ http://www.kanipark.com/woodland-hills-country-club-wedding-kathleen-sean/#comments Sat, 18 Feb 2012 05:53:58 +0000 admin http://www.kanipark.com/?p=1422 I absolutely LOVE this photo. It’s so calm & serene.

GORGeous~!!!

i LOVE bubbles :)

BAM~ aren’t  Kathleen’s eyes just beautiful?!!!

LOVE LOVE LOVE

Now that’s a dip :)

The DJ had 1 guy from each table come on the dance floor.

Sean not sure if he’ll enjoy this :)

Oh boy, the bootie shot.

Now THIS is a cake :)

THE conga line :)

The largest conga line I’ve ever seen.  ALL of the guest were in it :)

]]> http://www.kanipark.com/woodland-hills-country-club-wedding-kathleen-sean/feed/ 0 Chinese New Year 2012 http://www.kanipark.com/chinese-new-year-2012/ http://www.kanipark.com/chinese-new-year-2012/#comments Thu, 16 Feb 2012 01:11:16 +0000 admin http://www.kanipark.com/?p=839 I am really looking forward to this year for many reasons. Shaq is turning 10 on Feb. 14th, Jace is turning 1, 2 of my besties are turning 30 & I will have known Jeff for 10 years o_O and on top of that we have a lot of wonderful weddings lined up for the year. The year of the dragon is looking up & we are ready for it :)

Love & Happiness to you & yours this new year.
how you doin? :)

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