Jose Villa and I have teamed up for a 1 day seminar in San Francisco. Jose was just recently named 1 of the Top 10 wedding photographers in the World, along side yours truly. Jose and I have become great friends over the years. We both love sharing want to truly help out fellow photographer. Jose is a film shooter sponsored by Fuji Film and his work just beautiful. I am amazed by his talent, generosity and his down to earth attitude. So will you.

Seats are filling fast so if you are even thinking about attending, email Jose or I to secure your seat.

Here are the details:

-Monday, September 22, 2008
-4th Street Studios, San Francisco, CA
-Models , make-up, gown, floral, and lunch all included.
-$650 To sign up [click here]
Click on “join” in the “san francisco” section and click on “fill out registration here”

In the hustle and bustle of being out of town over the weekend, I didn’t have an internet connection to post about Father’s Day. My folks still live in LA so I try and get down there whenever I can. So it’s always a good thing when I book those LA weddings. LOL

To my Dad, Happy Father’s Day!!! You have been there for me as I followed my dream of being a photographer, supporting me 100% all the way. Thanks for being a great dad and loving me and mom. I remember days of basketball (which I was never good at), being my coach, teaching me to drive on Pismo beach, playing baseball in the backyard, getting ice cream on the way back from school, your advice, and our many family trips. Thanks so much for all the things you have taught me, shown me and most of all, have done with me. Those were great times and I look forward to many more. I can go on and on about the many great things we have done together. Your the best dad in world and I am proud to be your son.

Here’s a shot of my folks in Hawaii this past spring, taken at my cousin’s wedding.

Happy birthday my friend. You have been one of my true inspirations in life and photography. I have so many reasons to be thankful that you are in my life. we have traveled the World, seen so many amazing things and photographed in some beautiful locales. Thanks for being a great studio partner, friend, confidant and most of all being you. I am inspired by your life.

Our good friend Tomas Flint sent this over for Ann

Wish Ann a happy birthday by leaving a comment below.

Anton of Lorimer works sent over this killer highlights video for Aubrey and Aaron’s wedding. I wanted to share this with all of you, just in case you are considering a videographer for your wedding day. Talk about talented, this guy always amazes me.

enjoy. cause it made me cry. leave a comment if you feel the same way.

It’s always a blessing to see my photography in magazines. My father used to tease me, and say that I was not truly successful till I got the cover of a magazine. Until the Special issue, First Annual Worldwide issue hit the stands. The cover was mine and I proudly showed my dad, he laughed and said, Okay, you are truly successful. Better yet Ann and I got a photo of ourselves and named contributers. In the issue we had two featured weddings, One in Greece and another in Jamaica.
Here’s a sneak peek at the summer 2008 issue. In there you can read a article called,”photo finish”. I was asked how brides can better prepare for hiring a wedding photographer for destination weddings. Its a good read, so pick up a copy have some tea and enjoy.