Oahu Bridal Session: Tadashi + Akiko
February 26, 2011 | Filed Under Couples, Slideshows | 1 Comment
Two days after the wedding, he whisked her away from home in Japan… off to Hawaii for a grand tropical honeymoon!
When we first met, I couldn’t believe they had just flown in from Japan. Akiko looked stunning! Both the bride and groom looked so refreshed and eager to get started with the shoot. Their enthusiasm was catching. They were both so sweet, I really had a lot of fun with Tadashi and Akiko…and their friend Yumi, who came along to help out.
To see a slideshow starring the lovely newlyweds, click below:
Slideshow of Tadashi & Akiko from Jenni Speed on Vimeo.
They stayed right on the beach in Waikiki at the Outrigger Reef Resort.
Akiko, you are gorgeous!
Off the crowded beach of Waikiki, we found this quiet, romantic little garden. The light was beautiful.
Love this scene with Diamond Head in the background.
The photo below was taken by Scott Moffat, who was assisting me. With the harsh sunlight beating down on us that afternoon, we needed a little reflector action.
This girl has style! Love those feathers!
Photo below by Scott Moffat
Such a sweet couple!
Opening Night: WPPI Las Vegas
February 21, 2011 | Filed Under Events | Leave a Comment
I’m looking forward to a week in Las Vegas with one of my best friends! Flying out from Portland to meet me, we are going to have a blast. I think the last time I spent a week with no husband or kids was…before I had a husband or kids. It is almost surreal being without my family. I think I’ll manage though 
. There’s plenty in store this week to keep my brain super busy…I’m so excited for all of the classes. There are some amazing speakers and photographers here and I am ready to soak up all the information that I can. Already, today was rewarding and fabulous!
As soon as I got in, I headed over to check out a sneak peek of all the new products about to be released to the public soon. So exciting to see what’s “next” in the photography world!
The evening consisted of a fabulous fashion show hosted by Sony.
Adi + Jesse: Engagement
February 15, 2011 | Filed Under Couples, Slideshows | Leave a Comment
February…the month of love…I can’t think of a better time to post my most recent engagement session. Here’s to new love!
I’ve known Adi for years and I was so excited to meet the man who captured her heart. Adi is a girl full of smiles. And her smiles come with greater rapidity when Jesse is around. Our day at North Beach was beautiful. The setting really complimented this gorgeous couple.
See below for a slideshow starring Adi and Jesse:
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Jesse and Adi were so sweet and playful together…and busted up laughing when they got out the sand toys to play with.
I love when you can tell a couple is so completely in love.
This is one of the last photos we took and I think it’s my favorite! I love, love, love sweet moments like this.
Happy Valentines Day!!!
February 14, 2011 | Filed Under Children | Leave a Comment
Usually my kids and I spend hours cutting out hearts and hand writing little messages on them to give out to their classmates. This year I went ahead and did something a little different and made mini photo cards. So fast and easy…and the grandparents love them too!
card template by Jodi Friedman
Education is a must
February 12, 2011 | Filed Under Events | Leave a Comment
I’m a big believer in education in every way. I never want to stop learning. It is so important in my life. This last year, I did a couple of workshops, and attended the WPPI Road Trip photography conference in Seattle. All of them were great and have helped me shape my business strategy and become a better photographer.
This year I have a more detailed plan for the direction I want the business to head. This also includes a few workshops I hope to attend. My first stop to kick off the year is WPPI-Las Vegas. And it’s only a week away! I can’t wait.
photo: Hardcover Vintage
Kailua Lifestyle Photographer: The Brown Family
February 12, 2011 | Filed Under Family, Slideshows | Leave a Comment
Her feet were running toward the ocean before they even hit the ground. Her delighted expression said, “This is where I want to be!” FUN just isn’t a big enough word to describe the joy, the freedom, the thrill of running through the sand…away from mom.
Splashing in the ocean…to get her new dress all wet.
Giving dad big hugs.
A two year old’s imagination is limitless when fueled with elements at the beach.
Matt & Kim: Hawaii Concert
February 11, 2011 | Filed Under Events | Leave a Comment
John and I went to see Matt & Kim in concert down at the Aloha Tower last night.
It was so…entertaining.
They are really great live! So much energy!
A fun date night, to say the least.
12 Years
February 8, 2011 | Filed Under Couples | 1 Comment
Over the weekend my husband and I celebrated our twelve-year anniversary. John made me my favorite dessert, chocolate soufflé. It was so delicious, even better than usual. Perhaps it just tastes better when someone else does the work. Well, I loved it. And I love my sweet husband. He takes such good care of me!
Enjoy the recipe!
Chocolate Soufflé
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
10 Tbls butter
1 ½ cups powdered sugar
½ cup flour
3 whole eggs
3 egg yolks
*Optional: powdered sugar and raspberries to garnish
PREHEAT oven to 425 degrees. Grease ramekins or soufflé dishes and place on baking
sheet.
STIR together powdered sugar, flour, and eggs until well blended. Use a mixer for the
best consistency.
MICROWAVE chocolate and butter in large bowl until butter is melted. Stir until
chocolate is completely melted. Pour into the egg mixture and mix well. Divide batter
evenly into greased ramekins.
BAKE 15 minutes for 5 ounce ramekins. Bake 20 minutes for 8 ounce ramekins or
until cakes are firm around the edges but soft in the centers. Let stand 1 minute. Run
small knife around cakes to loosen. Immediately invert cakes onto serving plate. Sprinkle
lightly with additional powdered sugar and garnish with raspberries, if desired.
Makes 8 servings in the 5 oz. ramekins, or 4-5 servings in the 8 oz ramekins.
Variation: To make the soufflés a rich dark chocolate flavor, add ½ cup more chocolate
chips or substitute type of chocolate used.
Jasmine Star on CreativeLive
February 2, 2011 | Filed Under Events | Leave a Comment
I really gained a lot of courage and insight from Jasmine Star when I first started my own business. Her story is so inspiring! I have been trying to get into one of her workshops for the last two years. They sell out in minutes! I was thrilled to finally get the chance to be a part of one of her workshops through CreativeLive.
It has been such a great learning tool. For the last few weeks, I’ve been pouring over the workshops at CreativeLive.com. Last August, Jasmine Star did a five day workshop covering a wedding in Seattle…live! Although this actually happened last Fall, it was great to watch. I really felt like I was there on location. It was so thorough and comprehensive…I was not expecting so much for so little! She went into amazing detail covering every aspect of her business. On top of all that, I watched Jasmine approach a real “live” wedding from start to finish. After five full days of this, I feel like I walked away with so much information and enthusiasm to start anew. It left me renewed and excited to approach my business through a new lens, so to speak.
Sugar Sweet: Kailua Children’s Photographer
February 1, 2011 | Filed Under Children, Slideshows | Leave a Comment
She waves her hands and smiles big when she sees mom looking her way. The story is told in how her eyes light up from the excitement of the game…peek-a-boo! I see you! A giggle, a toothless smile, a squeal of delight. Her eyes are alight with pure fascination. Right now, at this moment, it is the most fantastic game in the world.
To see a slideshow starring “Little S,” click below:
