August 29, 2010

Venice & Peace

I spent our Saturday off hanging out in Venice Beach with my twin brother Justin. Megan is visiting a friend in Ohio and we, the brothers, took this rare occasion to get out and talk about life, art, design, and good food. Its what we do. And it makes me happy. Abbot Kinney is easily one of the coolest places I’ve spent time, and as I’ve decided to start carrying my “good camera” with me more, I snapped a few images from our walk. The more I do this, the more I take photographs, the more clarity I get about the big changes that have been washing over our little life lately. Things have changed a lot in the last few years and I often find myself rediscovering how many lives I’ve lived. I have been a Hollywood film and television casting director, lived in New York City for a year, sung with an acapella quartet while living in Japan for a year, toured the country as a full time singer-songwriter, became a husband, and started a thriving photography business all before the age of 29 – and all by no strength of my own. God has been good. All of these “lives” have left me a little schizophrenic at times, but just a few days ago, out of nowhere, while looking at a series of photographs taken just before and after a new mother gave birth, I was moved. The peace settled in. And standing here, on this unexpected shore, with a camera in my hand and a story to tell, I feel at home. I am a storyteller. I am where I am meant to be. And it feels good.

By the way, my brother is an incredible artist. The picture below is not a photograph. It is an oil painting that he just completed. Did I mention that he is a genius? Yeah. He’s a genius…. Oh and the painting is for sale.

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August 29, 2010 - 2:41 pm

Leslie - Wow, fab photos… and what a brilliant painting!

August 29, 2010 - 3:14 pm

Nikki - You were meant to live all those lives in order for you to become such a brilliant storyteller. : ) p.s. I want that painting!

August 29, 2010 - 4:54 pm

Adolfo - We knew that! You have an amazing gift, and it’s not with the camera or the guitar, but how you approach both those talents that make people stand up and notice, you both are a joy to watch work, and how you see the amazing in everything, may that fire never die good sir…

August 30, 2010 - 1:58 pm

Lindsay - Nice to see that you are living to your potential and happy doing it. Good for you!

September 1, 2010 - 12:09 pm

Tori - Looks like a cool place, and that painting is incredible. I never would have guessed it was a painting! Its awesome that you are where you are meant to be. People spend all their lives searching for that and Im happy you have found it. Thats some strong faith :)

August 26, 2010

Heather&Mike

There’s a feeling you get just from being around Heather and Mike. A sense of peace. A sense that the world is as it should be – that in spite of all of it’s apparent randomness life has landed these two in exactly the right place at precisely the right time and that you too have witnessed something earth-shaking just by having stood near them. Like us, their love was a product of years of friendship and we think that is just about the best start you can ask for. Heather and Mike are filled with faith and being a part of their wedding day has filled us up as well. Here are a few snaps from their first day of marriage.

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August 24, 2010

Leslie&Joven

A bride who wears her heart on her sleeve and a groom who will do anything to make her happy…These are two of the amazing qualities of Leslie and Joven. Their wedding was in Altadena, California a few weeks ago on one of the hottest weekends of this summer. But even when the heat shorted out the power during their ceremony, their positive outlook never changed. They both lit up as Leslie walked down the isle, and neither of them could keep from tearing up during their vows (okay, maybe Micah and I could not keep from tearing up either). Leslie and Joven are the kind of inspiring people you want to be around all the time. They are fun-loving, adventurous, sweet, easy-going…and man, can they dance! I think they might epitomize the phrase “Dance like no one is watching…” Their choreographed first dance was a surprise that we will never forget, beginning with a sweet slow dance then busting out into hip-hop!

Leslie and Joven, thank you for allowing us to photograph the first day of the rest of your lives! We know that there will be so much love and laughter throughout your marriage!

Lately Micah and I have been talking a lot about how amazing this job is and how thankful we are that God has given us this opportunity to encourage and champion couples on one of the greatest days of their lives. We love weddings, not necessarily for the big party that follows, but for the life that follows in marriage. Seriously, marriage is amazing! Yes, it is often difficult and has ups and downs and so many questions. But it also means that you now have a team to look to through the laughter and the tears, making each and every decision as one. There will be many more thoughts on this to come, but for now, enjoy the amazing wedding day of Leslie and Joven.

Bride and Groom: Leslie and Joven Matias; Micah and Megan Photographers; Wedding Coordination: Clara Navarrete of Clara’s Events; Venue: Altadena Country Club; Flowers: Garry Tomason of Shirvan Design: DJ: Shawn Vasquez of Amazing Events; Makeup: Angela Tam of AT Makeup Pro; Cake: Shawn at Pastries by Nancy: Officiant: Rev. Stephen Merriam

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August 24, 2010 - 11:20 am

Leslie - Micah and Megan, thank you so much for these beautiful photos! We are so very happy with how everything turned out in spite of the super hot weather. You guys are troopers!! We really appreciate all that you’ve done throughout the day and I cannot even begin to describe how lucky we feel that you guys covered our wedding. It is the biggest day of our lives after all! You guys are so talented, fun, creative, (and did I say fun?) and overall awesome. I feel like I’m reliving the beautiful day again with these amazing photos that really captured the classic moments. Thank you, Thank you!!

August 24, 2010 - 11:39 am

Leslie - P.S. I like the RING-burger. You guys are rad!!
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August 24, 2010 - 11:41 am

Joven - Thank you so much guys! These are so wonderful! You guys were so amazing and really made us feel so comfortable. When we were looking for photographers, we were instantly drawn to the emotion and enthusiasm you guys put into your work and it really shows in the end. Thank You, Thank You, Thank You!!!

August 24, 2010 - 11:47 am

Leslie - P.P.S. And you got a photo of my Dad putting on Joven’s tie!! I love it! I’m speechless.

August 24, 2010 - 3:00 pm

Derren - Awesome work! I love every shot featuring a window :-) . And, beautiful location and details. Some of your best stuff!

August 10, 2010

Joely&Peter

With a Las Vegas wedding extravaganza and many more travel dates around the corner, destination weddings seem to be finding their way to our door these days more than ever, and we couldn’t be more thrilled. We love to tell stories, love to travel, love love and love people in love. Did I mention that we love to travel? In order to continue hitting the road in the name of love, we’re  running some sweet deals for folks outside our immediate area, so spread the word and tell your friends. No corner of the world is too far for us to come tell your story.

Speaking of far off lands, after an amazing night of dancing it up at Joely and Peter’s Caribbean wedding, we stumbled out of bed to find another warm, glorious new day right outside our front door. We took a little walk with the brand new couple just before the ferry whisked them off to their honeymoon. Good times were had by all.

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August 10, 2010 - 11:38 am

Ink & Button - So many beautiful colors and so much sweetness! Do you travel to Illinois?? ;) We love you guys.

August 29, 2010 - 10:13 am

Micah and Megan - Man are we ready to go back!

August 31, 2010 - 12:29 pm

MIchael - Where did you shoot these? Love the Dock!

August 9, 2010

Jen&Eric: Featured

We love Ashley over at Hi-Fi Weddings and as music lovers ourselves we are excited to have Jen and Eric‘s photos and music inspirations featured this morning! Hi-Fi Weddings features couples who want their wedding mix to be less “Top 40″ and more true to the soul and we can’t think of anything better to say about that than AMEN!!. Run on over and check them out and give Hi-Fi Weddings a shout while you’re at it. Happy Monday.

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