Shane and Linda's Wedding - October 2009

Thanks again to Claudia Hung for introducing me to Shane and Linda!  Linda's make-up was exquisitely done by one of Claudia's favourite make-up artists, Rhia Amio.

I was really looking forward to Shane and Linda's wedding day especially after getting to know them during their super fun engagement session!  It was also nice to meet more wonderful people from Toronto City Mission and to see and to hear how talented they are!

I started the day off at Linda's parent's house.  One of the great things about weddings is that you have the opportunity to meet so many wonderful people including the bride and groom's good friends and their family members.  Shane's brother was memorable -- he has the classic brotherly complex ... which simply means that he had a lot of "fun" with Shane! (But we can't show that here! :p)

Linda and Shane chose the beautiful Timothy Eaton Memorial Church for their ceremony.

Smiles all around that day :)

High five! Yea!

That's right ... they do look THAT good.

Congratulations Shane and Linda! May the Lord continue to thoroughly bless you both! :)

Shane and Linda's Engagement Session - September 2009

Thanks to Claudia Hung for introducing me to Shane and Linda! Wow, these two are as cute as a button (or is it, as cute as two buttons?)! :p

Turns out that Linda and Shane met at Toronto City Mission, a Christian organization who lives and breathes in the city's poorer communities and offers support and programing in those communities. My sister had the opportunity to be a part of their Sonshine Day Camp program this summer and it has been so encouraging to hear what God is doing through TCM. So, if you get a chance, lend a helping hand :)

We ended up starting late, just as the sun was just disappearing beneath the horizon, so we ran around cramming in as many "sunny" photos as quickly as we could before the sun disappeared! They were both such great sports and did I mention that they're as cute as a button (or two buttons?) :p

See you both again in a few short weeks!

James and Hye-Rim's Wedding - September 2009

Wow! It's been something like one and a half months since I've last blogged. Super sorry, everyone! It's not because I don't have anything to blog -- in fact, quite the opposite -- these past few months have been non-stop weddings!

First, thanks goes to Geehae Jeong for inviting me to second-shoot for her at James and Hye-Rim's wedding! I still think she's Claudia Hung's long-lost Korean twin, but that's another story :)

Today, it's James and Hye-Rim's story! Let's start with some *bling*! :)

The super talented Rhia Amio was the make-up artist for the day!

I affectionatelly call this, "The Claud Shot":

Hye-Rim looked stunning in her dress -- I think her bridesmaids agree :)

More bling? You betcha!

Alright, let's skip ahead to later in the day! I just finished the book, "What He Must Be: If He Wants to Marry My Daughter" by Dr. Voddie Baucham Jr. and this moment of when the father gives his daughter's hand to the groom during the marriage ceremony excites me like no other! The father is now entrusting to the groom all the Biblical duties which he once had -- to be her priest, prophet, provider, and protector (Eph. 5:22ff). I love this moment.

These two were such free worshipers of Christ, it was so encouraging to see!

These two were uber cute -- don't you just want to pinch their cheeks!?! :p

Mickey + Minnnie! They ended up wearing these at the evening reception :)

If you're wondering what's so funny -- someone expelled some toxic fumes :p
Look at those cake toppers!
I've been noticing that cupcakes are "all the rage" this season -- I'm not complaining though :) They are SO popular among guests and get eaten up so quickly! Yummy!
If you know me, then you know that I'm a huge "sap" -- here's my other favourite part of the day: the father-daughter dance.
Party time!

Thanks James and Hye-Rim for letting Gee and I be a small part of your wedding day! We have never received such an extended "thank you" in the speeches at the end of the night and for that, we both very much appreciated it! It was SUCH a blessing to see you two worshiping Christ and exalting Him during the ceremony! All the best to you two!

Alfred and Sophia's Wedding - July 2009 - Teaser

Thanks to Glendon Tang for inviting me out to second-shoot with him this weekend at Alfred and Sophia's wedding! It was lots of great fun on their wedding day, but first, it's teaser time!
Thanks again, Glendon! Of course, thanks to Helen too :)

Brothers and Sisters in Christ Toronto (B.A.S.I.C. Toronto) 2009 - Teaser

B.A.S.I.C. Toronto's "HEart Matters in the City" conference just started tonight! What a great night worshiping our Risen Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ! Not to worry, the second half is tomorrow, Saturday, July 18th from 12noon to 8pm at Young Nak Presbyterian Church, so feel free to drop by.

A few teasers :)

See you tomorrow :)

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UPDATE! :D

As I write this, it is Saturday, July 18th ... this year's BASIC conference has now come to a close ... and with that, comes two more teasers :)

Alright, time for me to sleep! I've got to be well-rested to lead musical worship (for the first time on a Sunday service) at Harvest Bible Chapel (York Region) and then shoot a wedding with Glendon Tang! Prayers are much appreciated :)

Siva and Nila's Engagement Banquet - June 2009

Thanks to James Lau for inviting me to join him for Siva and Nila's Engagement Banquet. I've never been to a traditional Sri-Lankan ... well ... anything! So this was a whole new experience for me :)

Siva and the guys were so "chill". They make strolling down the street look too cool for school.
You might not be able to tell from this serious face, but Siva really is always smiling!
Actually, both Siva and Nila were all smiles all night long :) Nila was hiding away inside a small room so that Siva couldn't find her -- but of course, he was much too excited to see her!
Don't they have the most contagious smiles?! :D
Their first dance was so spicy! They looked so good, I couldn't choose just one photo from the whole sequence.
They really knew how to get the party started!
Congratulations Siva and Nila :) Thanks for letting James and I share a small part of your special day! Don't they look too hot to handle?

Siva and Nila's Engagement Banquet - Teaser

James Lau and I just got home from Siva and Nila's traditional Sri-Lankan engagement banquet. We had an amazing night with an amazing couple!

Here's a teaser: