Ariel & Andrew | Ambassador Mansions in Pasadena, CA

On a beautiful day last November Gina and I joined Gavin and Erin from Gavin Wade Photographers along with other talented photographers for a business workshop. Then we went outside to play with Ariel and Andrew in the sun for a gorgeous session at the Ambassador Mansions & Gardens in Pasadena, CA. We had such an awesome time, and we're so grateful to be able to meet and develop relationships with such awesome photographers.

Gina and I have been planning for what's in store for this year and if I must say so myself, it's going to be as awesome as these images!!

Enjoy!

The day went off without a hitch with the help of our vendors:

Styling: Grand Engagements - www.grandengagements.com

Flowers: Enchanted Florist – www.nisiesenchanted.com

Linens: Wildflower Linens – www.wildflowerlinens.com

Cake: Catherine Joann Cakes – www.catherinejoannecakes.com

Invitation: Wiley Valentine – www.wileyvalentine.com

Rentals: Classic Party Rentals – www.classicpartyrentals.com

Workshop Hosted by Gavin and Erin Wade -www.gavinwadephoto.com

Happy Friday!!

Always,

Chris & Gina

Analin & Javier Wedding | 10.15.2011

Gina and I had the honor of assisting Jackie Lamas with Analin & Javier's beautiful wedding day. They are such a beautiful and family-oriented couple, and it showed throughout the whole day. From Analin's mom & dad passing on their advice and love, to her sister's pouring out their feelings with heart-felt words of kindness and wishes for a happy life together. The wedding ceremony took place at St. John the Baptist Church in Baldwin Park. Then we headed over to Pasadena City Hall to take a few portraits of the wedding party. After that it was off to the Diamond Bar Center to partayyyy!!

Here are a few shots we took. It was always a beautiful experience to enjoy two lovebirds join their lives together with family and loved ones.

Congrats Analin & Javi!!

...and a few shots of the kids' reaction to the kissing couple

Congratulations again & may you guys have a happy life full of love and laughter!!

Sneak Peek Tuesday | 10.25.2011

Gina and I have been pretty busy the last few weeks and we're getting ready to roll some stuff out in the near future. In the meantime, here are a few sneak peeks to whet your appetite.

...and a family session at this world famous site!!

Stay tuned and don't blink! Have a happy Tuesday and make it an awesome day!!!

Stylized Bridal Shoot | Hotel Maya: Long Beach, CA

"God gives us dreams a size too big so that we can grow in them" - Unknown ...This quote helps me to remember to keep the dream alive and to buy the correct shoe size. My feet are definitely not growing these days, but as I follow my passion and desire my dreams are starting to come to life.

This past Sunday, Gina and I attended a workshop put on by Jeremy Chou & Shannon Lee . We met at the Hotel Maya in Long Beach, CA and I was super duper excited for what lay in store for us. After chattin' it up with the rest of the attendees over some awesome brunch I was ready to get my learn on.

It was so awesome to be in the same room with other budding photographers listening, discussing and talking shop. What is even more awesomer (Chris' dictionary- Awesomer (adj): more awesome than awesome can ever be, with a side of awesome sauce) is that everyone had a camera, we were shooting the same models and details, but we all had our own styles. It didn't hurt that Libby & Chris are pretty easy on the eyes either!! This is what I love about opening up the creative side of the mind and letting that energy express itself.

There were also vendors strutting their extreme amazingness. Miss Tashina makes beautiful, custom gowns (personalized stitching included). Not only did she make the beautiful zebra print gown Libby wore, but she also brought the stylized pieces for Chris to wear. Big ups to you Tashina! Evelyn from Serene Bridal Beauty put the finishing touches on Libby's hair and makeup. Last but not least, I'm a sucker for sweets and the award-winning Cake Goodness provided the cakes and tasty desserts.

Below is a list of all of the vendors:

Workshop Instructors: Jeremy Chou Photoworks & Shannon Lee Images Stylist: Miss Tashina Hair & Makeup: Serene Bridal Beauty Cake & Sweets: Cake Goodness  Venue: Hotel Maya Jewelry: Jewelry by Jenny Dayco Flowers: Karen Guenther of Flower Child Floral Designs Models: Chris & Libby Cron

Landeros Wedding| Faith + Love = Lifelong Happiness

I'm limited for time right now, but I wanted to post a sneak peek at the latest wedding we shot. Rosalinda and Alan are literally a match made in heaven as their faith flowed through the whole ceremony.

I had the honor of shooting Rosalinda & Alan's wedding with my good friend, Joe. The wedding party ended up being a mini high school reunion, and it was a Ton-O-Fun catching up with everyone as we're all at different points in our life.

Congrats to you both!

****Update!! Does anyone have mustard, because I have lot of "catching up" to do?! (please don't laugh, that only encourages more cheese)****

As promised, here are more pictures of Rosalinda & Alan's beautiful day. They are such a beautiful couple both inside and out.

Many blessings, love and happiness to the both of you!