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Greetings,

On June 29, 2008, we photographed an awesome wedding at The Turnip Rose Elite Catering in Costa Mesa, CA (Orange County). More information on this beautiful location can be found at their website:

Turnip Rose - Costa Mesa
1901 Newport Blvd.
Costa Mesa, CA
Turnip Rose - Grand Newport Plaza of Costa Mesa

We have met our lovely bride and groom - Megan and Kevin - a number of times before their actual wedding. They are the friends of Hung (I did not have a blog yet, so sadly no link), Ryan (wedding at the Ebell Club) and James (wedding at the Hyatt Regency). All of the aforementioned entrusted us - Furious Photographers - to photograph their weddings! We are so thankful for their trust and for their friendship. Shooting the wedding was such a blast because it was like hanging out with old friends. As old friends, they are warranted a lot more room for pictures on our blog!

While Doug had a cool adventure riding on buses, drinking at bars and then more drinking at The Turnip Rose, I got to sit back and watch television with the girls! It is a win-win situation Let’s begin with Doug’s little trek prior to Costa Mesa.

This is what happens when one forgets how to tie a tie.

Being a fan of movies, Doug wanted to do something like produced the 1992 movie “Reservoir Dogs.”

Doug’s attempt to produce something similar to a Beetle’s album cover called “Abbey Road” in 1969.

The groom and his cronies taking public transportation to their local bar.

Here is the beautiful Megan lounging around before her preparation session. She was aiming for a retro-style pin-up look, which was totally awesome! Megan also had this really sexy birdcage veil, which I have always longed a bride to wear because I think it is so cool.  Her makeup and fabulous hair style was done by Natalie Morisoli.

Natalie Morisoli
Makeup Artist / Hair Stylist
Phone: 949-798-9497
Email: NatalieMorisoli@hotmail.com

This was Megan’s dress waiting for her at the Turnip Rose bridal room.

The following two images is Megan’s being a pin-up girl. We intentionally gave the image a washed out grainy feel to replicate the pop culture of its time.

Look at that “sassssssss!”

Since the groom was sequestered voluntarily in the lounge with a surfeit of beer and air conditioning, Megan and I explored Turnip Rose and took some solo pictures of herself being an awesome bride!

Isn’t the Turnip Rose a beautiful location? We had three photographers that day - Tang, Doug and myself. We situated ourselves in all parts of the ceremony garden to make sure we get the best angles!

A nice warm and desaturated look for the retro-style wedding.

Megan wanted to “Vogue” it so Doug obliged by clicking away. I absolutely love her eyes!

What a fabulous cake! It tasted fabulous too! YUM!

The following two images were not easy to achieve. It was an extremely low-light situation. It was only achieved by using our Canon 24 f/1.4L and Canon 50 f/1.2L respectively. We added just a splash of flash to light our subjects while maintaining the background/ceiling lights that sparkled like stars in the evening sky.

All in all, it was a blast photographing this wedding. The very same night we took a red-eye flight to Cancun, Mexico. Needless to say, Doug and I were beat.

Adios,

Lawrence - Contact Me!
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Good morning,

I had the pleasure of working with a super fun couple - Kim and Edgar - whom I met a while ago in Irvine. We also photographed their engagement session at Newport Beach! The two of them celebrated their union with a Catholic wedding and hosted their reception at Orange Hill Restaurant in Orange, CA. You can find more about this restaurant at their website:

Orange Hill Restaurant
6410 E. Chapman Orange, CA 92869
(714) 997-2910

Website

Check out some of their images!

I found these moments to be so cute! Kim kept stealing glances at Edgar throughout the ceremony.

I picked this dancing picture because it shows some of the guests in the background with SLRs - makes me intimidated!

The delicious cake had a lovely view of the evening sunset. Some people enjoy going to weddings for the joyous memories. Some people indulge in the good foods. I personally do it for the cake! YUM!

At the end of the evening, we all got to unwind outside at the courtyard where it has a breathtaking view of Orange County (OC). We even watched the fireworks at Anaheim’s Disneyland!

Overall, it was a nice and sweet wedding - just like Kim and Edgar [and just like the cake].

Sincerely,

Lawrence - Contact Me!
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Hello photographers and regular viewers alike,

Furious Photographers - hosted by Douglas and Lawrence - will be hosting their second wedding photography workshop on July 20, 2008.

Cost: FREE

Location: Our home studio

626-755-7247

Why: A friend asked us to (you can thank Tawny if you decide to join)

Who Can Join: Anyone

What To Bring:

1. Pen
2. Paper
3. Camera and Lenses
4. Big Flash Drive
5. Laptop

Time: 10am - 7pm

RSVP: Must email me your name and phone number!

The “yet to be named” workshop will start at 10am and will end around 6pm-7pm depending on when I get hungry for dinner of which you are welcome to join - food will most likely be hot and coupled with cold beer. We will be discussing a number of essential items that all wedding photographers should know when entering this industry.

We are still in the process of looking for models to pose as our subjects, so if you know any couples who want pictures, shoot me an email at FuriousPhotographers@gmail.com. Please send a picture along with a brief description because due to the number of inquiries, everyone is subject to screening. Here are some items that we will be covering:

- Detail shots (including rings and etc.)

- Post-production techniques

- “High Fashion” subjects (some clients actually ask for it)

- Perfect Lighting (even at beaches)

- Use of space - tight and loose

If you want to know about anything in particular about photography, just post a comment or email me so that I can prepare for it. Doug and I are all about helping and we only wish that you do the same for others. ;D

Overall, if you want to join, you must let me know. If you do not have a camera, we have six, but you should get your own if you are serious. TELL ALL OF YOUR FRIENDS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Ciao,

Lawrence - Contact Me!
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