I'm not one to jump on the bandwagon, and I've been resisting Twitter for some time now. To be honest, I'm sort of bitter that they ripped off my logo ;)
No, seriously....I just figure that I'm not all that interesting and that, in real life, I'm sort of a nuts-o smart-ass. The thought of sharing with other people the actual stuff that goes through my head on a daily basis is a little intimidating. But, I've got a new blog and website rollin' out soon, and I'm told by people much smarter than me that this is a must-have component. So, here goes nothin'
delightfully,
Chenin
pee-ess: If anyone wants to tell me how to get that little post-it note in my blogroll over there ----------------------------------> I'd really appreciate it!
follow cheninboutwell at http://twitter.com
David G said:
You need to insert that snippet of code into your sidebar.php (or whatever template you are using that produces that section).
If you need more help than that drop me an email. :)
David
(08.25.08 @ 11:43 AM)
Wai Reyes Photography said:
David's right. You can add that list (LI) within the Unordered List (UL) you have set up for the Blog Roll. I think you do have it on the SideBar DIV. :) Happy Coding! I love your work, by the way.
(08.25.08 @ 12:00 PM)
josh solar said:
Nooooooooo!!! Resist, resist :)
(08.25.08 @ 12:19 PM)
~andrew mejia~ said:
welcome to the club! http://www.twitter.com/sedonabride/
i'm sure your 'smart-ass' musings will be enchant the masses :)
i'd be happy to help you install the code.. i did it on our blog ( click on my name...)
~andrew~
(08.25.08 @ 12:32 PM)
Cameron Clark Photography said:
I have people trying to talk me into this Twittering thing as well. Isn't that what a blog is for? Twitter, cell phones oh man, more to keep up with? Twitter definitely ripped off your birdie.
(08.25.08 @ 03:25 PM)
Rob said:
But we like your nuts-o smart-ass-ness....
(08.27.08 @ 10:19 AM)
Deborah Wolfe said:
I too, have been resisting twitter....but perhaps it's time to flitter on over....? I admit to being rather wacky and left of center most of the time, myself.
(08.27.08 @ 05:24 PM)
Anne said:
You & Me both Chenin!! Actually.. they really did rip off my logo... well.. we were both just too lame to have a custom creation and so it's a piece of cheap iphoto stock that we both happened to select. Someday I'll be a cool kid and get something custom... until then, I'll continue to rock out my stock graphic like a brotha' from anotha' mutha'. Cheers to peeps who love tweets!
(09.01.08 @ 07:35 PM)
Anne said:
whoops- not iphoto stock... istock vector... yep, rockin' out my dyslexic brain too!
(09.01.08 @ 07:36 PM)
Last Saturday, my sister-in-law, Carrie, married her British sweetheart in San Diego. I had lots of help shooting it, as I was also Maid of Honor and, it turns out, it's quite hard to shoot in a strapless dress and heels, while holding the bride's bouquet :) My husband, Doug, was the main shooter for the day, and we had the help of Nic of Tamarack Studios, who I am lucky enough to have shoot with me quite often. It was sort of surreal to be working a wedding, where you know all the people there... very strange indeed. But, with the help of Doug and Nic, we got some really lovely images that I know Carrie and Adam will cherish.
Love this shot of Carrie getting ready (courtesy of Nic) -
Since it's my blog, I get to post a pic of me and the bride! -
Carrie and our Dad, walking her down the aisle -
The bridal party -
After my MOH duties were over, I got to shoot some portraits of the happy couple -
A little TS-E action -
And Nic's take on the same shot -
I love this shot of Carrie -
My first dance shot -
And Doug's shot of Carrie dancing with her dad -
To Carrie and Adam: Congrats on your beautiful day! Move home soon :)
delightfully,
Chenin
Love this shot of Carrie getting ready (courtesy of Nic) -
Since it's my blog, I get to post a pic of me and the bride! -
Carrie and our Dad, walking her down the aisle -
The bridal party -
After my MOH duties were over, I got to shoot some portraits of the happy couple -
A little TS-E action -
And Nic's take on the same shot -
I love this shot of Carrie -
My first dance shot -
And Doug's shot of Carrie dancing with her dad -
To Carrie and Adam: Congrats on your beautiful day! Move home soon :)
delightfully,
Chenin
Carrie Young said:
Carrie you look totally amazing! I would expect nothing less from such a beautifully named woman ;o)
Great job again Chenin, Doug & Nic! Chenin you look fantastic also! What a beautiful thing to welcome someone in to your family that you obviously get along with so well :o)
Congratulations & all the best.x
(08.19.08 @ 11:36 PM)
vanessa H said:
It is crazy to be on the other side of the camera!!! I feel like I have nervous system failure when people are trying to shoot me!!! Love the pic of you shooting your little dress!!!
Cute wedding!!!
(08.20.08 @ 08:41 AM)
Kelley Lee Gin said:
Hi Chenin! You look so beautiful! I love the flower accent in your hair. I was a MOH and Planner for my friends' wedding...you are right...strapless dress + working does not equal an easy task! KLG
(08.20.08 @ 02:52 PM)
Laurel Housden said:
Hi Chenin....just stunning. It's so nice to actually SEE you. What a beautiful lady...and the bride ain't that bad either.
(08.21.08 @ 06:15 AM)
ali said:
These are beautiful! Chenin, you're adorable. I have a question--what sort of strap do you have on your 5D? I've seen something like that at B&H, but I think it's for use only with a grip attached and I'm not a grip kind of girl.
(08.21.08 @ 10:39 AM)
Lucy M said:
Nice work! I love your stuff! I read you're working on a new site...me too! I can't wait to see it! Have a lovely day!
Lucy :-)
(08.25.08 @ 11:41 AM)
I spent 08/08/08 with the lovely Robin and Steve. Their wedding was a gorgeous reflection of their cool, laid-back style. Kary H of Kary H Events did a fantastic job as always, and brought her classic, but edgy design to the perfect day. Square Root didn't disappoint with awesome florals, including one of my favorite ceremony set-ups I've ever seen. Overall, it was a perfect day, with great vendors and a lovely couple.
A couple of bridal details -
I loved the ceremony florals, and especially loved the little bunny that wouldn't leave them alone ;) -
Robin had a great veil -
Special thanks to my second shooter, John, who ran all the way up to the lobby for this shot -
After the ceremony, we went down to the beach for a couple of shots of the newlyweds -
The ballroom looked gorgeous and so chic -
Robin and Steve's grand entrance -
Robin and Steve kept their guests busy with a hand-rolled cigar station, a yummy dessert buffet and midnight munchies, including mini burgers, fries and the cutest little milkshakes I've ever seen -
And one last little shot -
To Robin and Steve: Thanks for a lovely, laid-back day. It was a pleasure to share in your special day!
delightfully,
Chenin
I loved the ceremony florals, and especially loved the little bunny that wouldn't leave them alone ;) -
Robin had a great veil -
Special thanks to my second shooter, John, who ran all the way up to the lobby for this shot -
After the ceremony, we went down to the beach for a couple of shots of the newlyweds -
The ballroom looked gorgeous and so chic -
Robin and Steve's grand entrance -
Robin and Steve kept their guests busy with a hand-rolled cigar station, a yummy dessert buffet and midnight munchies, including mini burgers, fries and the cutest little milkshakes I've ever seen -
And one last little shot -
To Robin and Steve: Thanks for a lovely, laid-back day. It was a pleasure to share in your special day!
delightfully,
Chenin
Chung Nguyen said:
What a beautiful and lovely event! And I'm loving John's shot, as an occasional second-shooter myself. (:
(08.13.08 @ 12:48 PM)
joshua gene photographer said:
Amazing! What a fabulous event, and wonderful photos to document it all.
(08.13.08 @ 02:32 PM)
Kary Heimbach said:
Your lens is pure magic! Thank you for capturing the day perfectly! Can't wait to work with you again!
(08.13.08 @ 02:35 PM)
vanessa H said:
Wow how beautiful!!!! That full shot is out of this world!! I love how the veil is in wind on some many shots!! Great job!!! I am FO real.... all you reception shots and protraits look like they should be in a magazine!!!!
(08.14.08 @ 07:10 AM)
Megan Robbins said:
Beautiful! And John running up for that shot from the lobby was well worth it, its amazing!
(08.14.08 @ 11:26 AM)
Orbie Pullen said:
Finally get a shot of you in action, great shots as always Chenin.
(08.14.08 @ 01:09 PM)
Tina Shropshire said:
I love you work! Especially the last image. Were you using any extra lighting on the bride and groom to keep them looking so great and then keeping the beautiful color in the back ground? Something about this shot really draws me in. Thanks!
(08.14.08 @ 07:25 PM)
Scott Anderson said:
Stunning iamgery...lovin' the veil backlit by the sun. The Montage is such a spectacular venue. Very nice work!
(08.14.08 @ 09:42 PM)
Sarah in Ladera said:
Man, I am totally jealous of that ceremony setup. And the bunny!
(08.15.08 @ 12:06 PM)
Paper Monkey said:
Wow, that ceremony set up is stunning. Love the picture that was taken of the whole scene. Amazing!
(08.15.08 @ 02:18 PM)
Heather @ Southern Weddings said:
The ceremony site is gorgeous! I love the way the flowers are set up down the aisle.
(08.15.08 @ 06:59 PM)
joyful weddings and events said:
Wow! I love that ceremony setup and that veil! Beautiful shots!
(08.15.08 @ 09:43 PM)
Laura E @ Southern Weddings said:
I am so jealous of this wedding. The venue is perfect - did you see the flowers? The reception looked like a ton of fun and delicious. Plus, I love the photos of the couple on the beach - stunning!
(08.18.08 @ 07:48 AM)
eliesa Johnson said:
Chenin! This is an amazing wedding - those flowers are KILLER!
(08.18.08 @ 05:11 PM)
ben + laura said:
awesome work once again ... what an amazing location and details ... we don't typically get locations like that in the midwest ... haha
(08.19.08 @ 06:53 AM)
Ang said:
Amazing photos!! Love the bunny. Do you have any idea where she found her dress?? If you do, could you email me. I need a dress like that for an upcoming event. Thanks!
angrobts at gmail dot com
(08.22.08 @ 09:11 AM)
Annie said:
These are phenomenal. Your work is always great, but I like these even more than usual. What a gorgeous setting and a fantastic couple! = )
(08.25.08 @ 10:21 PM)
Sarah and Robyn were married at the Disneyland Hotel on Saturday and I was lucky enough to be their photographer. These two ladies are madly in love, have great chemistry and incredible families. It was really a fun day - you just can't beat a madly in love couple, a super-fun venue and carte blanch to shoot whatever you want :)
Don't attempt to adjust your monitors! Sarah's dress was fabulous and red -
She looked radiant getting ready -
I love this photo of dad looking on as Sarah gets a little misty -
Robyn, waiting for her bride -
I was really feeling the back-lit foliage that day -
They had a great first dance, and I was enjoying the 85mm 1.2 again -
And my favorite shot of the day -
To Sarah and Robyn: Thank you for an incredible day! I am so happy for you! Enjoy Disneyworld!
delightfully,
Chenin
She looked radiant getting ready -
I love this photo of dad looking on as Sarah gets a little misty -
Robyn, waiting for her bride -
I was really feeling the back-lit foliage that day -
They had a great first dance, and I was enjoying the 85mm 1.2 again -
And my favorite shot of the day -
To Sarah and Robyn: Thank you for an incredible day! I am so happy for you! Enjoy Disneyworld!
delightfully,
Chenin
Ryan said:
Great shots. That dress is gorgeous!
(08.06.08 @ 12:44 PM)
Paper Monkey said:
Those look great! Her dress is very gorgeous. The Disneyland Hotel has such great scenery around it. Looks like they had a beautiful day!
(08.06.08 @ 01:04 PM)
Sabrina said:
Love that dress!
(08.06.08 @ 01:37 PM)
Cynthia said:
How lovely! The femme stole my idea - I was planning to wear red! Oh well...I guess I'll have to be a late adopter.
What beautiful photography and what a beautiful couple - I'm totally diggin' the Cinderella carriage.
(08.06.08 @ 06:41 PM)
Deborah Wolfe said:
How wonderful. What a fabulously attractive butch-femme couple. I gotta tell ya, it's so nice to see this rare and often misunderstood dynamic photographed so beautifully. Thank you so much for featuring them on your blog!
(08.06.08 @ 06:43 PM)
Jackie said:
First of all, beautiful and captivating images! Second, I think it's so amazing that you photograph couples of all kinds no matter what and it's very admirable! Great job!
(08.06.08 @ 07:08 PM)
Heather said:
Beautiful! Just wonderful.
Very recently I was reading a photography forum where many unabashedly said they would deny their services to gay couples, or if they "Allowed" it would not share any images because it was "bad for business". I was incredibly saddened and angry to see such a blatant show of hate.
Seeing this relieves me: I'm happy to see some tolerance. You can tell by these images that there is no difference when it comes to love, and after such a blow to my spirit seeing those messages, this makes me smile. :)
- a fellow queer. ;)
(08.06.08 @ 08:11 PM)
Eric said:
Thank you, Chenin, for featuring this couple in your blog! I am a close follower of many wedding photographers and this is the first time I've seen anyone feature a gay couple! It's very exciting! I could only hope to see more. Btw, LOVE TRA2!
(08.07.08 @ 12:19 AM)
Khara Plicanic said:
What a fabulous post for oh-so-many reasons! Thank you for featuring it on your blog. Gorgeous job. :)
(08.07.08 @ 06:59 AM)
Deborah Wolfe said:
Oh Chenin, I just keep staring at these images. I'm so proud of you for posting them. I ought NOT to have to say that, because it ought to be 'no big'. But it is. I can't tell you how much this warms and gladdens my heart.
Signed,
The butch half of a butch-femme couple
(08.07.08 @ 08:11 AM)
courtney said:
Okay so these pictures are phe-nom. Seriously love them and that dress!
I'm glad to see that you posted this entry. A while ago i did a family portrait session and posted them on my blog of one of my closest friends for the past 8 years. It included her 4 year old daughter and her girlfriend of a year and a half along with her girlfriend's nephew. I was very proud of the pictures and then got some personal emails regarding the post. Well, I for one wasn't ashamed to blog the pictures, and I also can't wait to photograph their wedding whenever that may be :) and you bet your booties I'll be blogging those picturse. :)
(08.07.08 @ 01:02 PM)
Jeffrey Neal said:
Chenin you Rock! Always love your work. I love that I see Doug shooting in their. Rock on!
(08.07.08 @ 08:49 PM)
Paulo Jordao Photography said:
Wow... What a great dress. For what I could see was not just the dress, it looks like that the whole wedding was great. Just one question... Is marriage of same sex legal in California? I don't think that is legal here in Florida yet.
(08.07.08 @ 11:02 PM)
Donavan Freberg said:
Chenin, these pictures are GORGEOUS! So glad to see love like this. What a beautiful couple and how fun to be married at Disneyland!
(08.09.08 @ 12:25 AM)
Laura E @ Southern Weddings said:
Love the setting- straight out of a fairy tale. Sarah's dress is fabulous. Chenin, awesome images and I especially enjoyed the one of Sarah getting ready - amazing.
(08.10.08 @ 12:36 PM)
Charlotte Geary said:
How beautiful! What a fun setting for a gorgeous wedding!
(08.12.08 @ 02:46 PM)
ronnie said:
love the photos, I just did a live engagement at Disneyland and we looked at this site afterwards.
(08.12.08 @ 07:17 PM)
Margo said:
Chenin, these are gorgeous! I have a weird question, though - when I use the scroll wheel on my mouse, it looks like their first dance picture reverts to color for a split second and then goes back to black and white, as if the browser builds the picture and then converts it to black and white. Am I just imagining this?
(08.13.08 @ 04:21 PM)
Debbie Hogshead said:
Disney weddings are such fun! Wonderful photos. Great job of hiding the hideous bridal dressing room. The blue and yellow striped walls have to go.
P.S. I think it's just great that you are taking and showing photos of people in love of all kinds. This world needs more tolerance all around. Way to go! (that's coming from a straight, married gal!)
(08.14.08 @ 07:31 PM)
Julie said:
Holy Cow Chenin... can you say GOOSEBUMPS??? These photos are beyond amazing!!! Alex of course had a great time working with you (so jealous it wasn't me) but I just wanted to let you know how awesome you are :)
(08.17.08 @ 11:44 AM)
Rob and Sarah (Bride of Rob) said:
You are so awesome! Thanks for capturing our fantastic day!!!!
(08.20.08 @ 11:08 AM)
Katrina said:
Absolutely gorgeous! That pic of Dad looking so proudly at his daughter and with such love...I swear I got all teary-eyed! Weddings always do that to me, and these two look so in love! Congrats!
(08.21.08 @ 05:32 AM)
Christie said:
Absolutely beautiful -- thanks for posting so we can all enjoy the historic day. Congratulations, Rob and Sarah!
(08.22.08 @ 10:17 PM)
James said:
Hooray for equality!! :-)
What a gorgeous wedding! Everyone looks so happy! Great photos and congrats to the happy couple too!!
(08.23.08 @ 11:33 AM)
bigbrian-nc.com said:
I followed the link here from Broke Hoedown, and while the occasion is "historic" in a way, what REALLY impresses me is how wonderfully you captured such a beautiful and special day in photographs, fantastic shots!
(08.28.08 @ 04:52 PM)
Karen Pike said:
Beautiful photos and I always love seeing lovely and loving same sex weddings. I am a lesbian, a photographer, and very involved politically in the Freedom to Marry movement in Vermont. I shoot many gay weddings here and they are always so near and dear to my heart. Thanks for sharing the photos from Sarah and Robyn. I hope their life together will always be like Disneyland!!
(03.14.10 @ 07:37 PM)
I just returned from an incredible trip to Chicago! Not only did my Cubbies sweep Colorado at Wrigley Field, but I had awesome seats for the whole thing! I capped off the most perfect weekend with a fabulous engagement session for the delightful Lindsay and Mark. This couple has great style, great taste in beer and are madly, deeply in love. Here are some favorites from their session -
To Lindsay and Mark: Thanks for a wonderful evening! Can't wait for the wedding!
delightfully,
Chenin
To Lindsay and Mark: Thanks for a wonderful evening! Can't wait for the wedding!
delightfully,
Chenin
Marcia (MOTG) said:
The photos are absolutely wonderful!!!!!
(06.03.08 @ 06:48 PM)
Sarah in Ladera said:
AMAZING! Love the change of venue!
(06.04.08 @ 10:24 PM)
teresa vigil said:
wow! great photos- we were there the same time shooting a wedding!
I would have bought the beer!!
(06.17.08 @ 11:16 PM)
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