Jason & Andy ~ Honolulu Bridal Portraiture, Kahala, Oahu HI

Loren & Zohar's First Look

I'm always overjoyed when a couple decides to do a "First Look" during their wedding session. It's such an intimate event. Sure, it's exciting to see that person you're about to spend the rest of your life with for the first time on the aisle, your gasps shared by those in the audience. But what makes the moment even more beautiful and intense, is to share the enormity of that moment solely with the person who means more to you than anyone else-- and with that moment, being able to hold it, build it, cherish it, enjoy it, feel it and share it. Allowing yourselves the beauty of holding on to and enjoying it for as long as possible. A moment meant for just the 2 of you, while your photographers capture it from a distance. Holding on to one another, being present for one another, and living together in that moment.

I know you're all dying to experience a little piece of what Loren and Zohar experienced the moment they saw eachother for the very first time, which is why I'm so excited to share with you this sweet blog, detailing the most special event.

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Gorgeous Loren was an absolute vision in her gown as she looked at herself in the mirror one last time before going to the man she'd be spending the rest of her life with.

She walked down the hallway from the bridal suite, into the courtyard where her husband to be sat in  much anticipation waiting for his bride.

The moment Loren saw him, even though just from the back, she was overcome with so much emotion, she wasn't able to hold the tears back.

She slowly approached him, the anticipation enormous. She smiled as tears rolled down her face.

She paused in an attempt to keep it together, as she watched her soon to be husband sitting there, waiting for her. Zohar remained calm and cool, as his stunning bride stood behind him. Inside we knew the anticipation was killing him (it was definitely killing us!)

Finally, she reached out slowly and touched his shoulder. He was asked not to turn around until he felt her touch.

(WOW!)

They smiled, they laughed, and they danced.
(& I think their photos speak for themselves.)

I feel eternally grateful for being able to have a special place and not only be there to bare witness to this beautiful event, but to help capture it for them to cherish for all of eternity.

xoxo, 

Jenna Lee

Location: The Bacara, Santa Barbara
Special thanks to my wonderful second shooter: Paul Festejo
Wedding Coordinator: Donya Diamond

Pinterest - Obsess Much?

I must say I have new found obsession with Pintrest. Until recently I didn't... get it. I'm only disappointed I hadn't explored the glory of Pintrest sooner. In  this day and age, every social media avenue is a great deal of work to keep a steady presence on.. When you now look at all of the various options for internet marketing, it'll make your head spin!
BLOGS, facebook, websites, twitter, linked in, pintrest, instagram... to just name a few of the more popular options. I didn't think I had time for whatever this Pintrest was, and actually I'm guilty of feeling annoyed whenever I saw someone "pinning" a million things that facebook felt obligated to share with me.
But alas that person is me! Sorta... I did disabled Facebook notifications.
You're welcome.

My newest pintrest obsession?? PEACOCK wedding goodies!!!!!

(Follow me @Jennaleepics  -- Pintrest, Twitter, Instagram)

I think it's safe to say when my big day finally comes, I'm rockin Peacock ALL THE WAY. I am in love.. Purple and Peacock, my colors, soooo gorgeous. Love, Love, Love!

In the mean time, I am stylizing an amazingly gorgeous bridal shoot at the Makaha Ranch here on Oahu. Being that the ranch lands have been made home to a flock of wild peacocks (who started as the pets of royalty) I found it fitting to incorporate gorgeous peacock feathers into the shoot. Hence my journey for wedding peacock goodies. If you know of anyone who would love their gorgeous works featured in this amazing shot, please contact me at jennalee@jenaleepictures.com

They will also get shout-outs on my social media, and have their gorgeous goodies, bragged about to local Wedding Coordinators.. (did I mention the bride and groom are local concierges at a high end resort?)

Woo Hoo! Love peacock, Love Pintrest, LOVEE PHOTOGRAPHY!
Thank you for reading.

xoxo, Jenna Lee
www.jennaleepictures.com