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I felt like the world just seemed to like Genna. You could tell by the way the sun played with her hair. And what’s not to like??? Genna is involved in like fifty bazillion things through her school. And she plays the clarinet and saxophone. And she has a strong sense of style and design. […]

Genna’s Urban Senior Session | Berkeley High School

Elridge Manor Wedding Winter Caili Chung Photography

Before we dive in, I want to tell you that your photographer should be able to capture beautiful images on your wedding day no matter the situation! They should be able to work well in any lighting situation and any timeline crunch! These tips and tricks are simply little changes that can be made for […]

What Brides Should Know About… Exits

Cinnabar Hills Wedding Rainy San Jose

It’s your Reception! Enjoy yourself!!! Be sure to eat dinner haha. Things to keep in mind about a wedding reception: Your DJ/MC should keep things moving throughout the night. If you’re getting married in Utah, I highly recommend hiring Richie Steadman because he not only knows how to throw a great party, but will keep […]

What Brides Should Know About… the Reception

Pulgas Water Temple Wedding Caili Chung Photography

Recommended Time: 30 minutes If you hire an awesome wedding photographer, you don’t have to know what to do during wedding party photos. They should be able to direct everyone and make this process enjoyable. It’s important to invest in a photographer comfortable with handling groups of people and able to speak loudly & confidently. […]

What Brides Should Know About… Wedding Party Photos

Cinnabar Hills Wedding Rainy San Jose

Recommended Time: 30 minutes (depending on how big your family is) Before we dive in, I want to tell you that your photographer should be able to capture beautiful images on your wedding day no matter the situation! They should be able to work well in any lighting situation and any timeline crunch! These tips […]

What Brides Should Know About… Family Photos

During labor day weekend, for the first time, I went to New York City! You probably wouldn’t expect a photographer to say this, but I think people take too many pictures. People are always pausing for the iPhone, and I feel like it’s distracting from actual experiences. For this reason, his trip was a little […]

Welcome to New York

Cinnabar Hills Wedding Rainy San Jose

Ask Guests to Keep Phones & Cameras Down If you don’t ask guests to put their phones away for the ceremony, I guarantee that when you come down the aisle you’re going to see iPhones instead faces. Guarantee it. Also, The WORST thing is when your photographer is ready to catch an important moment and […]

What Brides Should Know About… the Ceremony

You shouldn’t have to know what to do If you hire a great, seasoned photographer – taking photos will be just as fun as the other parts of your wedding day instead of something you need to get through. A great photographer will guide you through the process and be able to generate genuine smiles […]

What Brides Should Know About… Couple Portraits

Palm Event Caenter Winter Wedding Caili Chung Photography

For those that don’t know, a first look is when you privately see your groom for the first time before the ceremony. Here are both sides of the first look debate. Pros of a First Look: 1. If you do do a first look before the ceremony, we can do all/the bulk of couple portraits […]

What Brides Should Know About… First Looks

Muir Beach Wedding Photography Caili Chung

Recommended Allocated Time: 45 minutes Getting ready photos are usually taken at the hotel/home/AirBNB where people stay the night before. It’s a more-chill time before the action of the day really kicks off. Usually the bride and groom are in separate rooms during this time – bridesmaids are with the bride and groomsmen are with […]

What Brides Should Know About… Getting Ready