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If you’re a wedding photographer in Utah, you’re going to find yourself invited to the Salt Lake City Temple. Which you will enthusiastic about every. single. time. because no matter the season, the temple is always incredibly gorgeous. Still, it’s more than a photoshoot location. It’s important to keep in mind how important a temple […]

How to Shoot a Mormon Temple Wedding

My cousin called me the other day asking for advice. He is already a talented photographer and recently he decided he wanted to make his passion a business. I was more than willing to help. I thought back on my journey so far and determined three things I believe you should do first when starting […]

First Steps to Starting a Photography Business

As I’ve gotten older, I’ve been pretty stressed thinking about my future. It didn’t really bother me in high school because I knew my next step in life was going to be college. But now that I’m in college, I don’t know what the future holds me for me and that’s honestly terrifying. And since […]

The Sting of Rejection

Treasure Island SF Engagement Session Caili Chung Photography

Sun is my favorite thing for photographs. It adds dimension and life to an image. And nothing will showcase skin’s healthy glow more than natural sunlight. However, many people tend to think that sunlight is bad for photographs, and they’re worried about squinting. Sunlight can get unflattering when it is high noon. Light coming straight […]

How to Take Glowy Photos

It’s been 1 year since I shot my first wedding. I was 18 years old and had just graduated high school. I had photographed my high school friends, but I had never photographed a couple and I had never photographed a wedding. I wanted to change that, so I posted to Craigslist saying I was […]

One Year Since My First Wedding

I had absolutely no idea what to do with my camera. The only button whose function I was aware of was the shutter button (the button you press to take the picture). Everything else was completely foreign to me, so I did not bother with it. The camera settings I used were whatever settings the […]

My First Photos

Gear does not make a fantastic image, the photographer does. But it doesn’t hurt. The barrier to entry for photography is low. I feel like everyone can obtain a DSLR these days, and that’s great! Photography is a lot of fun and I’m glad people have the opportunity to enjoy it. This is a list […]

Beginner’s Guide to Cameras