Brandonwong's blog

Mimi + Jeff

brandonwong — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 00:37:29 +0000

Photographed by Brandon Wong and Katrina Santos. Written by Brandon Wong

Mimi and Jeff have a big heart and it shows with how they treat their friends, family, and their dog “Ho Ho.” Despite meeting them just once we were already invited to their rehearsal dinner where we had the chance to meet their closest guests. In fact it was the same place where Jeff’s parents were married years ago.

What happened on the wedding day was a flurry of emotion, love, dancing, and plenty of drinks. The party at the Luxe Hotel Sunset actually ended up being one of the wildest nights we have ever witnessed. We also brought our very own StudioBooth, an open air photo booth complete with photographer. You can check out some of the party here.

Mimi + Jeff | Studiobooth

brandonwong — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 00:37:08 +0000

Have you ever felt like the walls of a photo booth weren’t big enough to contain your crazy photo ideas? Complete with an on-site photographer and 8′ x 8′ backdrop, our Studiobooth has all the space for you to stretch your legs and go wild. We will guarantee that your guests will have a blast and take home a memory while at it. Contact us for booking information.

2010/2011 Awards

brandonwong — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 22:01:28 +0000

2011 has been an incredible year for the two of us. We’re honored to have witnessed many of you take your first moments as husband and wife and see your families grow. Without all of you, we wouldn’t have the work we’ve accumulated to submit to many of this year’s contests such as Fearless Photographers, WPJA, and ISPWP. We are so honored to be on a list of hundreds of fellow photographers from around the world whose work is always pushing the boundaries of wedding photography.

Brandon won two Fearless Awards, 12th place in Framing the Subject for ISPWP, along with placing 3 images in various quarters for the Wedding Photojournalist Association. Additionally, Katrina won 1st place in The Decisive Moment and 4th place in Family love, placing overall on 12th place during the Fall Quarter of ISPWP.

Again, Thank you to all our couples for believing in us and allowing us to be apart of your special day.

Cynthia + Hernan

brandonwong — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 03:06:01 +0000

Photographed by Brandon Wong and Katrina Santos. Written by Brandon Wong

What attracted us most to Cynthia and Hernan was their intimate relationship. When asked how they spent their free time, their answer was sitting on the couch and watching movies. In fact, that is exactly how Hernan proposed.

Their wedding at the historic Park Plaza Hotel couldn’t have been a more perfect reflection of who they are. They said their “I do’s” standing beside sixty of their closet friends and family on the steps of the warmly lit hotel. For their reception, Cynthia wanted a club feel which is exactly what she got. Colorful lights, confetti, and great salsa drove the party on into the late night.

You can watch their slideshow here or by scrolling to the bottom of the post. Make sure to check out our Facebook fan page to see more pictures and updates from us that we don’t put on the blog!

Randa + Josh

brandonwong — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 19:04:37 +0000

Photographed by Brandon Wong and Katrina Santos. Written by Brandon Wong

Randa and Josh were married at Soka University where they happened to have met for the first time. We were graced with beautiful light, beautiful people, and a couple whose energy and wit will capture your heart the moment you meet them. Josh is passionate about music and even wrote a song dedicated to Randa which they played during the reception. Throughout the day we constantly felt like old friends with cameras hanging out on their wedding day, which ultimately brings out the best in our creativity. Katrina and I are incredibly fortunate to have had their complete trust and faith in us and we hope you enjoy a few of our favorite images.

Dana + John

brandonwong — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 21:54:43 +0000

Photographed by Brandon Wong and Katrina Santos. Written by Brandon Wong

What started as a usual sunny California day quickly turned into one of the thickest fogs Katrina and I have ever witnessed. Despite the weather Dana and John were not phased. This is a couple that always is always laughing and smiling no matter the circumstances. The four of us spent much of our initial meeting channeling our inner foodies and talking about our love for an old pizza maker in Brooklyn. They even surprised us with some Korean pastries at the end of the shoot! Their wedding is coming up next month at Noor and we can’t wait to smile with them some more.

Sheryl + Peter

brandonwong — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 11:01:00 +0000

Photographed by Brandon Wong and Katrina Santos. Written by Brandon Wong

Sheryl and Peter tied the knot in a beautiful Japanese garden under the blue California sky. To mix things up, they decided to plant a calamansi tree together during the ceremony. A filipino cuisine staple and one of our favorite ingredients!

Things got even more interesting during the reception. To get their guests fired up for the dance floor, the couple surprised everyone with a Rock Band performance. It wasn’t long until “Don’t Stop Believing” had everyone jumping and drinking the night away.

Check out their Pasadena Wedding slideshow here or by scrolling to the bottom of the post.

Rina + Samir

brandonwong — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 07:42:12 +0000

Photographed by Brandon Wong and Katrina Santos. Written by Brandon Wong

An Indian wedding is a long journey from start to finish, often spanning multiple days and numerous ceremonies. Katrina and I were lucky enough to photograph Rina and Samir’s engagement ceremony which is actually the first step in the course of the marriage. It is often one of the first times that both families get together. It’s during this opportunity that they laden the couple with jewelry and other gifts. The most important part of the ceremony is the Misri which is the exchanging of rings, signifying the beginning of the festivities to come. Here are a few quick favorite shots at the beautiful Old Ranch Country Club. Enjoy!

Stephanie + Chris

brandonwong — Sat, 26 Nov 2011 19:44:52 +0000

Photographed by Brandon Wong and Katrina Santos. Written by Brandon Wong

A day before Stephanie and Chris’ wedding they were worried about the slight chance of rain. To their luck, California pulled through and there was nothing but rays of sunshine and clear blue skies.

Chris started his day at a barber shop while Stephanie got ready at their home where we photographed them earlier in the year doing what they love best, drinking wine and cooking. Their wedding day, much like the weather was gorgeous and full of emotion. The couple exchanged vows amid mountains and were even given a Ring Pop as a gag by the best man during the ceremony.

Make sure you check out their slideshow here or by scrolling to the bottom of the post

Albums!

brandonwong — Wed, 16 Nov 2011 16:39:17 +0000

Our job is not complete until we see an album in your hands. As much as we love our iPads and high-definition televisions, nothing brings back the feeling of your wedding day as much as something tangible and with character. Your album ages with your marriage and will be an heirloom to your children and grandchildren.

All of our flush mount albums are designed in-house by us and created by the world’s top album companies. Some of these can even take up to 150 hours to complete from start to finish. That is extraordinary quality.

Your wedding day lasts once, your photos will last forever. Protect your memories.

Hannah and James’ 9 x 12 vertical engagement + wedding album slipcase combination. An elegant way to display your special day proudly.

Annika and Kunal’s 8 x 8 album. Great for engagement pictures and parent albums! Same quality, same level of beauty.

Vivian and Calvin’s 9 x 12 silk album complete with cork lining. We love how bridal the silk looks.

Sachee + Abhishek’s massive 10×10 110 page album complete with designer box. So big it had to be split into two volumes. One for them, two for their parents!

Megan and Monte’s chic calendar style 15×7 album with rice paper lining. This is a unique album!