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Julie + Chris Surprise Proposal | Calistoga Ranch | Napa Valley

Kevin Chin — Sun, 19 May 2013 23:55:43 +0000

A call came in from good friend and fellow photographer, Michelle Walker who referred me to shoot and film this cute couple who were coming from Texas for a surprise proposal. Kudos to Chris for planning all of this with the help of the good folks at Calistoga Ranch. Nicole, the operations manager at Calistoga Ranch worked seamlessly with Chris to keep this proposal a surprise for his girlfriend Julie. I was thrilled to be apart of this exciting and incredibly romantic proposal. Make sure to watch the video to see what her answer was!

From a logistical point of view, I traveled up to Calistoga Ranch not knowing exactly where the proposal would take place and wondered how the heck was I going to film this without them seeing me or my cameras. Luckily I was able to hide two cameras at opposite ends of the room behind some trees and bushes and had them on remote. I turned on the cameras before they entered and snuck away and kept my fingers crossed. I love all the excitement and nervousness that was captured. I felt very privileged to be apart of this very special moment for them. Congratulations to Julie and Chris!

Julie + Chris Surprise Proposal, Calistoga Ranch, HD Video from Kevin Chin Photography + Cinema on Vimeo.

Happy Mother’s Day

Kevin Chin — Sun, 12 May 2013 15:53:45 +0000

In celebration of Mother’s Day, I wanted to share some of my favorite Mom photos from some past weddings. I love weddings and I love capturing all of the emotions of the day. As you look at these photos, you can really feel the love and joy that these moms have for their children. Happy Mother’s Day to all you wonderful moms that I have had the pleasure of photographing.

St Patrick’s Church / Bently Reserve Wedding | Christina + Matt | Part 2

Kevin Chin — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 23:33:26 +0000

Check out the couple’s reaction to the speeches. Their expressions say it all. Congrats again to Christina & Matt on such a glamorous wedding done San Francisco style! Both St Patrick’s Church and the Bently Reserve are quintessential San Francisco venues. See part 1 here.

Timeless b&w images never go out of style such as this shot of Christina & Matt at the alter,

I love that the couple used their parent’s champagne glasses for their wedding. Such a nice personal touch.

Bridesmaid’s speeches are always full of emotion.

And groomsmen speeches are usually something funny and embarrassing. I just love the range of emotions during speeches.

Father / daughter dances are always so sweet. Christina is definitely daddy’s girl.

My awesome team captured both photo + cinema for Christina & Matt’s wedding.

See part 1 here.

Ceremony Venue: St Patricks Church

Reception Venue: Bently Reserve

Coordinator: Amy Frugoli

Florals: Kellye Kodak Clifford

St Patrick’s Church / Bently Reserve Wedding | Christina + Matt | Part 1

Kevin Chin — Sun, 14 Apr 2013 23:32:35 +0000

Outdoor weddings in California are always beautiful but I love the glitz and glamour of a city wedding. Christina & Matt started their day getting ready at the Le Meridien Hotel with views overlooking the San Francisco skyline followed by a cable car trolly chauffeuring us around the city for bridal portraits. So much fun and so many great photos and video footage captured before the couple walked down the aisle for their “I dos”.

Wedding Coordinator: Amy Frugoli

Florals: Kellye Kodak Clifford

Featured In Signature Weddings

Kevin Chin — Thu, 04 Apr 2013 08:02:05 +0000

Congrats to Lisa & Charlie for having their beautiful wedding grace the pages of Signature Weddings magazine. I love magazines and I love Signature Weddings. This Malaysian based wedding magazine always features the mot beautiful weddings from around the world. I’m so honored to have my weddings featured in their last 3 issues!

Palm Event Center Wedding | HD Video | Phing + Ryan

Kevin Chin — Mon, 25 Feb 2013 01:10:00 +0000

One of the perks of the job is that I have the privilege to work with so many amazing vendors, one of which is the wifey, the super amazing Nancy Liu Chin. Nancy along with the talented Francis Liu of Charmed Events created this beautiful and sparkly event for our adorable couple, Phing & Ryan. Thanks Janae Shields for capturing the beautiful photographs.

Palm Event Center Wedding Video, Phing + Ryan from Kevin Chin Photography + Cinema on Vimeo.

Coordinator: Charmed Events

Floral Design: Nancy Liu Chin Designs

Photographer: Janae Shields Photography

San Mateo Marriott Hotel | Wedding Reception | Danielle + Joe | Part 2

Kevin Chin — Thu, 13 Dec 2012 00:27:54 +0000

Congrats again to Danielle and Joe on their beautiful wedding! I look forward to capturing many more family milestones!

See Part 1 of Danielle & Joe’s wedding here.

St Catherine Church | San Mateo Wedding | Danielle + Joe | Part 1

Kevin Chin — Mon, 10 Dec 2012 00:56:29 +0000

There is something so familiar about shooting Danielle & Joe’s wedding. I photographed Danielle’s brother’s wedding several years ago, and her dad was my dentist for many years. I also worked with Danielle’s sister at Nordstrom long before my career in photography. So as you can imagine, shooting their wedding was like attending a family reunion. That’s what makes this job so satisfying!

Valley Presbyterian Church Wedding | Kim + Craig | HD Video

Kevin Chin — Thu, 01 Nov 2012 20:50:57 +0000

Watching and filming Kim & Craig’s tender wedding vows at the Valley Presbyterian Church makes this is one of my favorite recent wedding films. There was so much emotion and love in their faces as they exchanged vows. It was so loving and sweet and it reminds me of what weddings are all about.

Portola Valley Church wedding, Kim + Craig, HD video from Kevin Chin Photography + Cinema on Vimeo.

Photo courtesy of Stephen Voss.

Featured In Signature Weddings Magazine | Summer 2012

Kevin Chin — Mon, 15 Oct 2012 03:43:21 +0000

I’m in love with e-magazines, especially Signature Weddings out of Malaysia. They publish a real magazine but also have an on-line, e-magazine to accompany each issue. I love blogs but there is something so refreshing and so familiar about an e-magazine that makes you feel like you are reading a real magazine. In the latest issue, I have the honor of having Alexis + Jason, and Norilene + Andrew’s weddings featured in the magazine. See the full e-magazine here.

See the current issue of Signature Magazine here.