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Fairmont Hotel Wedding | Tulsi & Mihir – Indian Wedding Day 3

August 15, 2012

Happy Hump Day everyone,

It has been quite a heatwave here in Los Angeles and cooling down is quite a challenge. I hope everyone is either staying indoors with a ice cold drink or out lounging at the beach!

With most of my work caught up, I can finally continue on updating this wedding blog and for all those who waited patiently, I can present Tusli and Mihir’s wedding photographs from their third and final day of their huge Indian wedding bonanza here at Fairmont Hotel in San Jose! It was a cool New Year’s day (yes, lagging on this wedding post) when Tulsi and Mihir invited all their family, friends, and friends of family to Fairmont Hotel to celebrate the joining of their marriage and their families. There were so many colors from all their guests’ attire and there was even a horse that chauffeured Mihir to Fairmont Hotel to receive Tulsi! The wedding guests danced across Main Street with Mihir and let loose for the entire public to see. While the boys and the rest of the wedding party danced away to the music outside, Tulsi and her ladies calmly enjoyed their breakfast during their makeup session. Since there were so many events that took place during the wedding, Geoff and I had to split a couple times to photograph the wedding party downstairs, Tulsi and her ladies, and the family photos! There was not a moment wasted where there was something fun to photograph and enjoy. Once Tulsi and her wedding bridal party were finished, they paraded downstairs for everyone to see and for Mihir to receive her. Throughout the process, it was an extremely touching moment with so much emotions around.

The alter where the wedding ceremony commenced was eye catching in itself. Their wedding alter was beautifully decorated with flowers and vines all over. The photos below showed a few nice snap shots of their wedding details. There were multiple rituals during the wedding ceremony; each significant in their own way. After the wedding ceremony concluded, all the wedding guests made their way to cocktail hour to mingle while Geoff and I had some time to spare for a nice portrait session with just the wedding party. Despite near subzero weather, the wedding party were real troopers and powered through the cold with laughter and pure adrenaline as Geoff and I tried to make each wedding photo count as our cameras snapped away! Once the wedding party photos were finished, we concentrated some nice wedding photos of just Tulsi and Mihir. Mihir held Tulsi in so closely not only because of love, but it was SO cold!!!

Of course, with all the wedding photos wrapped up, Tulsi and Mihir rewarded themselves back at the reception hall with all their wedding guests and hors d’oeuvres while they warmed themselves up. During the reception, there were so many dance performances and skits to entertain all the wedding guests during dinner. After everyone at the wedding had their fill, the dance floor opened up for everyone to show off their own special grooves. Literally everyone got off their seats and danced the night away! Imagine about 500+ wedding guests on the dance floor at the same time; it was a real sight. Without further adieu, enjoy Tulsi and Mihir’s wedding photographs presented at Fairmont Hotel in San Jose.

Fairmont Hotel
San Jose, CA

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Now that is a sweet wedding cake!!!

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During the performances, I thought this following wedding photograph hits the heart.

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Congratulations again to the both of you, Tulsi and Mihir. It was definitely a real blast to be part of your wedding and record your big day one photo at a time!

Tulsi and Mihir Engagement Photos | Tulsi and Mihir Wedding Day 1 | Tulsi and Mihir Wedding Day 2 | Tulsi and Mihir Wedding Day 3

Cheers,

Doug – Contact Me!

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Secret Handshake | Caroline & Gavin

January 15, 2011

Caroline and Gavin finally got married! It felt like it was only yesterday when Danny and I photographed their engagement sesison in Pasadena. This lovely couple hosted their wedding at the beautiful Park Plaza Hotel in Downtown Los Angeles. It was an intimate wedding filled with a handful of friends and family. The best part of their wedding – Lawry’s Steakhouse catered the entire reception! Well, aside from the lovely wedding, flowers, people, and the excitement; the food was runner up. I now present, Caroline and Gavin’s wedding.

The Legendary Park Plaza Hotel
607 South Park View Street
Los Angeles, California 90057

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Anyone know what these statues represent? It looks like they are holding up light sabers! Yes, I like Star Wars.

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It was always a touching moment to watch the parents walk a daughter down the aisle during the wedding.

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This has to be one of the coolest moments ever!!! Caroline’s father and Gavin actually have their own secret handshake. They showed off their moves in front of everyone at the wedding before Caroline was handed over to Gavin.

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Aww, the first dance of the night!

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I hoped everyone enjoyed these photos as much as I did with the steak. Congratulations on your wedding again, you two love birds.

Cheers,

Doug – Contact Me!

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This Calls for Cigars | Pamela & Tim

October 18, 2010

It was a beautiful Saturday afternoon in Santa Monica where Pamela and Tim decided to host their wedding. For all those who live in Los Angeles, a beautiful afternoon in Santa Monica does not only relate to the weather, but it also means no traffic on 10 and 405 freeway!!! Throughout the entire wedding, there were so many different cultures that were contributed to this beautiful event. I personally have to say that the best addition were the live mariachi bands that played throughout the entire reception. I am such a sucker for live bands, so this might be a bias opinion. =)

Pamela and Tim started their wedding with their preparation at Hotel Angelino. Since they dressed up at the same location and were not to see each other until the ceremony, I was quite entertained as I watched their entourage patrol the hallways and elevators. Get comfortable everyone, this is going to be a long wedding blog. There were too many fun filled photos that I cannot omit!

Hotel Angelino
170 N. Church Lane
Los Angeles, CA 90049

Pamela and Tim provided each member of the wedding party an “emergency wedding box,” which consisted of the following items:

– Tylenol
– Water
– Redbull (gives you wings!)
– Double Mint chewing gum
– Cheetos

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St Timothy’s Catholic Church
10425 West Pico Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90064-2307

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There is something about this photo that captured my attention. Tim’s mother was eager, yet patiently, waited before she walked her son down the aisle.

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Details!

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Mountain Gate Country Club
12445 Mountain Gate Dr
Los Angeles, CA 90049-1195

A cigar bar was set up for everyone to celebrate prior and during the reception.

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1, 2, 3, JUMP!!!

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First dance as husband and wife

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Congratulations again, Pamela and Tim! Your wedding was absolutely beautiful.

Cheers,

Doug – Contact Me!

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Playing with Peacocks | Jennifer & Thanh

August 24, 2010

Jennifer & Thanh finally tied the knot at Los Angeles Arboretum! It was a beautiful morning where Jennifer and Thanh kicked off their day with a tradtional Chinese wedding ceremony where they poured tea to respect their elders and ancestors. After the hustle and bustle in attempts to host their Chinese wedding on a specific time to gain the best luck (Chinese cultural beliefs of luck and timing), they relaxed and prepared themselves at San Gabriel Hilton before their next ceremony at the beautiful LA Arboretum.

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I love this kid!

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San Gabriel Hilton
225 West Valley Boulevard
San Gabriel, CA 91776

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Jennifer’s little sister needed her sleep. The tricky part was to sleep without messing up her hair before the wedding!

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Los Angeles County Arboretum & Botanic Garden
301 North Baldwin Ave
Arcadia, CA 91007

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Jennifer’s cousins were the life of the party during their wedding!

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Glenn , one of my favorite grooms that hosted his wedding at Pasadena Westin also attended. As always, he knew how to party like no other.

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Of course, the best for last, a wedding photo of Jennifer, Thanh, Danny , and me!!!

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Thanks again for the fond memories at both your Chinese wedding and the wedding at Arboretum. Too bad we were not able to catch a peacock in the photos with the wedding party.

Best,

Doug – Contact Me!

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Raise the Roof | Ester & Benjamin

August 10, 2010

It has been a while since I had the opportunity to photograph a Jewish wedding.  Of all the weddings that I have photographed, Jewish weddings is ranked one of craziest in my book.  Ester and Benjamin were wedded at the beautiful Kabbalah Centre in Los Angeles.  Their wedding was filled with so much lively people that it felt more like I attended a rock concert!!!  You will know what I mean when you view their wedding photos below. Once the official business of tying the marriage together concluded, everyone seriously let loose and partied like it was 1999. Of course with all the commotion that went on, I just had to join in the festivities…up until someone danced too carefree and kicked me over. Who ever said being a wedding photographer was safe, right? Even though I momentarily got the wind knocked out of me, I did not let that little hiccup ruin the rest of the party! I now present – Ester and Benjamin’s beautiful wedding.

Ester’s Preparations
Beverly Four Seasons
300 S Doheny Dr
Los Angeles, CA 90048

Benjamin’s Preparations
London West Hollywood Hotel
1020 North San Vicente Boulevard
West Hollywood, CA 90069-3802

Ceremony
Kabbalah Centre
1062 S Robertson Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90035

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Favorite shot of the day.

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Congratulations again, Ester and Benjamin. Your wedding was AWESOME!!!

Mazal tov,

Doug – Contact Me!

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