Baby Soleil "The Sunflower Baby"

This little lady made her appearance to the world on July 11th. One of my best friends, Rosa, gave birth to this little bundle of joy and I was there with her every step of the way. Although I'm a bit traumatized by the experience (lol) I couldn't imagine not being there to see this little bundle of joy being born. There's more images to come, just wanted to post this one because she's just so cute. Don't you just want to bite her?

Donald & Monique Wedding | June 19th

Wow, what a hot and busy summer this has been, which would be the reason why I haven't been blogging on a regular basis but stay tuned...I have tons coming for you!

Now let's get to the good stuff, although I've known this beautiful Bride for many years, I didn't assume that she would choose me as her wedding photographer but I'm so glad she did because I had an amazing time at this wonderful wedding. I've known Don for about a year or so now and he is such a nice man and also HILARIOUS! I'm so glad to have met the both of them and they make a beautiful. Isn't nice when love finds you?

Here is a little glimpse into the wedding day of Donald & Monique Devereaux! (by the way, hands down, Monique has acquired an awesome last name, and everyone agrees that she wins the "Best Married Name" contest...lol)

Sadly, Monique's father, Mr. Larry Clark, departed this Earth suddenly just a few weeks before the wedding. Monique and her family were still in such great spirits and touched me with their display of love and happiness as they celebrated the great memories they had with Mr. Clark. And I came across a photo that I took of Monique and her father just last June and got this charm made for her bouquet. I wanted to give her a beautiful memory of her father to carry with her on her special day.

My main man Jesse Chiang was with me again on this wedding and as always he got some great shots during the day like these shots of the Groom preparing to meet his Bride.

The groom's mother stepped in to help Don get ready...

Monique, as she waits to enter the church and walk down the aisle to meet her soon to be husband!

I had to post this shot of the Groom's grandmother. Doesn't she look sharp in her all gold ensemble? Love!

Another great shot, the bridal party was told to have fun with the recessional part of the ceremony, but I don't think anyone had more fun than the mother of the Bride. She is getting down!

JUST MARRIED!

Another special thank you to Mr. & Mrs. Devereaux for booking the band that I happily co-manage with my fiance'...The B-Side! (I keep busy, huh?)

Monique shared a special dance with her brother Nigel in honor of their father. Such a sweet moment!

And this is Stephen & Jenelle Thompson. I just had to post this photo because this couple was just so darn cute, showing their love for each other from start to finish. Don & Monique have some great friends in their life.
Towards the end of the reception the new couple surprised their guests by taking to the stage and joining their band in song. They weren't shy at all...I love fun couples like this! :-)

A good time was had by all, and Don & Monique along with their guests had a blast on the dance floor grooving to some great Gospel music. I even got on the floor for a good second, but I will spare you from seeing those photos...lol.

After a long day...
This couple was so great to work with and I had so much fun at their wedding. Thanks again Don & Monique for letting me be apart of your special day. Here's the last shot of the night...I stalked them as they waited for the elevator to go up to their honeymoon suite...I never stop shooting. :-)