Shirley + Philip’s Wedding: 9/18/2009 – I first met Shirley through our online graduate school engineering program at USC about three years ago. She knew me before my wedding photography days and when I was still learning the ropes of using a professional camera. Little did I know that Shirley and her boyfriend (at the time) Philip were madly in love and was on the verge of getting engaged! They met on the grounds of Berkeley, where innocent hellos and study break conversations turned into being that special someone for each other.

A few trips to Asia and back and a puzzle piece mystery later, Shirley and Philip were engaged and planning their wedding day at La Venta Inn on the beautiful hills of Palos Verdes Estates, CA. Last Friday, I had the honor of photographing my good graduate friend Shirley and her now husband Philip’s amazing day. I know I keep saying this but I seriously couldn’t have asked for a more easy-going and nice couple. Philip wouldn’t harm a fly if it landed on his wedding meal and Shirley wouldn’t go crazy even if the whole wedding was 12 hours behind!

To Shirley and Phil, you guys are more than perfect for each other. You bring out the best in one another and I couldn’t be happier for you both! To Shirley, thank you for helping me out in those grad school classes; it was so good to finally meet you and Philip in person at our initial meeting! To Philip, we so gotta catch a few NBA games together and just talk hoops :). Best of luck and success to you both! A special shoutout and thanks to La Venta Inn’s coordinator Mike (best venue coordinator EVER!) and to my buddy Will Kim for helping me out.