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SNEAK PEEK PHOTOS FROM SATURDAY’S WEDDING IN PALOS VERDES

07.01.09 – 7:54 pm

So here it is, a sneak peek from Saturday’s wedding that I photographed in Palos Verdes, with the ever so wonderful Marisa Holmes. This week is going to be a crazy one and I just wanted to make sure that I gave you all a little something something to tie you over! So here’s the little something something.

Of course I think this is a wonderful moment, but have you ever looked out to see the families reaction? I think it makes this photo even more special. And the details? Don’t get me started! You’ll have to wait to see more!

By Brian Khang | Posted in WEDDINGS | 2 comments Hide Comments | Add a Comment

connieMchung -

lovely! can’t wait!
Jasmine* -

Ummm, can you say fabulous?! Great job, Brian…can’t wait to see the rest!

KIM FROM PAPETERIE

06.27.09 – 8:00 am

When I first spoke with Kim from Papeterie, I found out that she would be making the lovely wedding invitations for one of my couples, Jerry and Anh, who are getting married next summer. I’m always excited to find out which vendors I will be working with at the weddings. Kim also told me that she would be writing articles for an online magazine and she needed some fresh headshots. Of course you all know how I feel about that, I think everyone should update their headshots as often as possible. So we met for the first time in Newport Beach on Friday and found out we had a lot in common! She’s so fun to hangout with and I’m so excited to see what she creates for Jerry and Anh’s wedding. In true Brian Khang fashion, Kim said she only needed 1 photo and of course I gave her more than that. Keep in mind that we literraly shot for 15 minutes, so here are a few of my favorite photos of Kim, in 15 mintues. Oh yeah and if you are getting married and or need some beautiful invitations, be sure to checkout Papeterie!

Some simple headshot photos, in some beautiful California sunshine!
I know the photo on the right is blurry, but I still love it!

By Brian Khang | Posted in PEOPLE | Tagged Headshots Newport Beach, Kimberly, Lifestyle Photos Photography, Papeterie Store | 3 comments Hide Comments | Add a Comment

jenberry -

i love the blurry one. it’s soft and sweet. creative, like her invites.
Mali -

I love the first one! Beautiful girl! It was fun seeing you on Th Brian!
Terra Dawn -

Gorgeous work!! I love that lighting…..

BRIAN AND JACKIE : TRADITIONAL VIETNAMESE ENGAGEMENT CEREMONY

06.26.09 – 9:54 am

This past Sunday, Brian and Jackie became offically engaged! If you’re not familiar with the traditional Vietnamese engagement ceremony, then you’re in for a treat! This ceremony is important in Vietnamese traditions. It’s a time for both families to meet and have the blessings from the brides (Jackie’s) parents, giving the approval for their daughter to marry the groom (Brian). This is also when she officially gets to wear the engagement ring. Out of all of the Vietnamese engagement cermonies I’ve whitnessed, I would have to put this on the top of my list as the most emotional. Yes, Helen and I nearly lost it during the ceremony, we’ll admit that.

I must warn you there will be a lot of photos. I really wanted to highlight the complete event for those that have never seen it. Brian and Jackie, we’re so honored to be a part of your engagement ceremony, as well as your wedding next year!

Brian and his family waited outside to be brought into the house.

All of the offerings were brought into the house.
And presented.
After the introductions to both sides of the family, they finally brought Jackie out.

A quick prayer.

And presenting of the engagement ring.
When Jackie’s friend Clarie sang “Forever” accapella, everyone at that point lost it, including us. It was so touching!

Brian’s mom giving Jackie some shinny bling. It’s part of the tradition that both parents offer a gift of jewlery. I hope that’s right.
Jackie’s very proud parents.
It was a great day and who wouldn’t love Jackie’s smile!

We did some quick portraits of course.

It was also Father’s day that day, which made the event even more special!

Jackie don’t hate me for posting these, but your smile and laughter is so great!

By Brian Khang | Posted in ENGAGEMENTS | Tagged traditional vietnamese engagement cermony | 11 comments Hide Comments | Add a Comment

Cathy and David -

What can I say Brian (K.), these are just plain gorgeous. It’s such a cool insight into another culture and the photos are as always astonishing. Lovin’ every one but the one of her taking pictures is awesome!
Jackie Dao -

OMG! I LOVE THESE!!!!!! THANK YOU, BRIAN!!! YOU TOTALLY ROck!
Vanessa - V3 Weddings + Events -

BEAUTIFUL photos, so much emotion! Nice work, Brian!
Janice Garalde -

Jackie,

Congratulations to the both of you. I’m so happy for you. =)

Love,

Janice
Amy and Jasmine -

Wow Jackie- Those are BEAUTIFUL photos! They look like they are from a magazine- really great looking. You look very happy. Good Luck. Amy and Jasmine
jenberry -

wow brian. i know how difficult it can be shooting in a house with lots of people. you (as usual) did an awesome job with the space and light. You are a technical wizard. I love the BG portraits outside. They are natural and really look like a beautiful fun couple.
Nicole -

HOW WONDERFUL!!! I am so happy for you two.
Marycor Foster -

BEAUTIFUL, BEAUTIFUL, BEAUTIFUL!!! Gorgeous pictures and ceremony. Again, Congratulations to both of you!

xoxoxo, Marycor
Phyllis Helton -

Wow! These are fantastic pictures, Brian. I loved hearing about the Vietnamese engagement traditions and to be able to see them in action.
jenn yamauchi -

Beautiful photos, Brian! You seem to really capture all the happiness and felt at the engagement. What a totally adorable and photogenic couple too!
Co Mai -

That was a beautiful ceremony, everybody will remember it for the rest of their life, Jackie.
Congratulations.!
You make your father so happy.
Co Mai

THANK GOODNESS FOR FACEBOOK AND TWITTER!

06.24.09 – 11:14 am

Lately, I’ve noticed, it’s becoming harder and harder to blog. Well of course I’ll always blog my most recent photos, but when it comes to personal updates, that’s what I’ve been missing! So thank goodness for Twitter and Facebook! Not only am I able to share with all of you what I’m up to, but I’m also able to see what you are all up to as well! Maybe you can blame Twitter and Facebook for stealing all my time to update my blog with my personal stuff or you can blame Twitter and Facebook for making it easier to see what I’m up to. Either way you see it, I know it’s a good thing! So, if you haven’t added me as a friend on your Facebook or followed me on Twitter, now’s your chance to get a new friend that is caring, would never leave you in the rain and most likely would be staying up late with you, eating a midnight snack! Yes, I’m talking about me. So CLICK HERE to add me to your Facebook and CLICK HERE to follow me on Twitter.

And because I know you came to see some new photos on my blog, here is one of me looking like a tourist at Fisherman’s Wharf in San Francisco. Yes, I later realized that he’s missing his sword. I’m a dork.

By Brian Khang | Posted in PERSONAL | Tagged Facebook, Twitter | 2 comments Hide Comments | Add a Comment

jenberry -

that’s hysterical. love it
cathy -

haha. LOL

WHEN PAINTING GOES WRONG

06.19.09 – 4:42 pm

It’s been sometime since I’ve been able to post a random post, like I normally did before. I’ve been so busy with our move to our new place and home studio. So let’s get down to business! I’ve been sore no lie. How do the people on HGTV, which is my favorite channel, decorate an entire room in 1 day? I know they have a mini sized army, but still, it’s a lot of work. We’ve nearly completed our studio space, which I’m so excited to share with you all shortly. I did learn something from this whole experience. Paint a test sized color sample on the wall. My mistake, I painted all the walls, hated the color and had to repaint them. That definitely took me out of commission for sometime. So remember, the next time you paint and you think you love the color, remember my mistake.

Here are the poor color choices we made. Yes they may look great, but combined, they looked like a kindergarden classroom.

By Brian Khang | Posted in PERSONAL | 2 comments Hide Comments | Add a Comment

Ajira -

That felt like a teaser Brian! I thought we’d get to see the full before and after and after again! LOL. Look forward to seeing how your new studio comes out!
Vu -

Stick with Sherwin-Williams. Better selection. Better paint. Stick to flat paint. I’ve been a pro since we last had a painting project together.

OUR TRAVELS : SAN FRANCISCO : FISHERMAN’S WHARF : JAPANESE TEA GARDEN

06.15.09 – 10:00 am

Yes, so I’ll admit it, I’m long overdue for a new blog post. But in the past 2 weeks, I’ve been playing tour guide for our family from out of town, moved to a new place!, had my car broken into and took a trip for the first time ever to San Francisco. So I would call that a pretty productive 2 weeks! But it’s great to have things starting to get back to normal now. I’ll make sure that I’m a good blogger and blog more often from this point on. Anyhow, getting back to our trip to San Francisco. We choose the road least travelled and drove. I must say, it was a loooong drive! Scenic for the most part, but loooong! I think it’s one of those things you need to experience once and move on or fly from now on in my case. It took us a total driving time of 7 hours with moderate traffic for those wondering. For the most part, San Francisco didn’t feel to off from what I expected it to be. The roads there are definitely much cooler and a bit scary at times, driving a manual car and worrying about drifting into the car behind you. There seemed to be so much more that I haven’t seen there yet, so I’ll definitely plan another trip there soon. Here are some random photos of San Fran showing you exactly where I was.

I rarely use actions, but I felt this photo was perfect for it. TRA Grandma’s Tap Shoes at 50% and Vignette + Blur Fast at 20%

we all know what the photo on the right is of, so I thought it would be a great idea to photograph it out of focus
we visited the old I guess you can call it arcade room at the wharf. there were some creepy old games there.

we found the world famous bushman waiting to scare another tourist.
crepes are my new best friend!

yes you’re witnessing a spiky moon! yes this was taken at night and yes that is really the moon!

By Brian Khang | Posted in OUR TRAVELS, PERSONAL | 8 comments Hide Comments | Add a Comment

lin - pet photographer -

I love San Francisco! Looks like you had fun. Thanks for sharing your images! Like the bridge shots.
kay -

hahaha gotta love the bushman, awesome pics that is why we love having you as our photographer =)
barbara -

love that moon shot! And the tea garden! I love san fran! There are so many wonderful things to photograph! Glad you got to visit!
vanessa -

Wonderful pictures of a wonderful city - the bushman got my husband and I when we were on our honeymoon last year, classic fun!!
Cindy -

Great night shots of the bridge! Love all your photos!
Pam Breese -

That bush man scared me! Did he get you? And did you pay for your thrill?
Brittany Fich -

Love this! Crepes have always been my bff :>
RE -

Where we in San Fran at the same time? 17th-22nd?