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about the artist

I've always loved telling stories, but never enjoyed writing. When I
found photography, it was the perfect medium for me to express myself. With each shoot, I unveil the unique stories of
my subjects, and tell them with beautiful imagery. People often tell me
that they feel like they know my clients just from reading my blog.

They say photographs are the only tangible memories after a wedding,
which means that my perspective is how you will remember your big day. With that in mind, I have to capture the details (big and
small) in the most beautiful light. I want you to laugh and cry (tears
of joy, of course) when you look at your photos. Whether it's your wedding day or your babies growing up, time goes
by so fast, so it's
my job to document your story... beautifully.

I am based in Los Angeles, but love to travel.

Destination weddings are most certainly welcomed!

In order to give each client my full creative energy, I only take a limited number of weddings a year. (aka I book up fast and don't offer discounts.)

cafe pinot wedding photography | sarah + raymond

07.13.10 Posted in press, weddings

I’m really excited to share with you this LA chic wedding. This wedding can also be seen as a real wedding on Junebug weddings and featured on What Junebug Loves! That opening image really says a lot about Sarah & Raymond’s wedding – glam, elegant, and with a pop of rock n roll.

Their wedding took place in the middle of downtown LA. Sarah had the perfect Monique Lhuillier dress.

The amazing flowers were created by the very talented Euri & Kendra of Fleuretica. I LOVE the deep red peonies and garden roses!

I also love this photo Jonathan got of the guys getting ready:

Can you feel the anticipation of Sarah waiting for her day to start:

Again, that gorgeous bouquet of red peonies! And their invites, which was designed by Sarah’s cousin (who’s still in high school!) and printed in Indonesia, where Sarah’s entire family resides:

The black and white, with pops of red is just so classic and elegant. And I couldn’t get over how glamorous Sarah looked. She was stunning!

This was an especially emotional day for Sarah’s family because they live across the world in Indonesia. I can only imagine the joy her parents must have felt.

Love this moment:

Sarah’s little nephew cracks me up in this first kiss photo:

Cocktail hour and reception took place under the stars, right in the middle of downtown LA. It was gorgeous to see all the tall buildings around us.

Favors were JJ Royal Indonesian Civet Coffee… yes, brought all the way from Indonesia, and yes, Civet Coffee! I’ve been wanting to try Civet Coffee… supposed to be the best & the most expensive coffee!

And I’ve always loved these fingerprint trees as guest sign-in:

Sarah & Raymond totally rocked their first dance. Raymond is an amazing dancer! And so is his dad!

Food was delicious. Decor was gorgeous. And there was a photobooth by Photobox LA all night.

This is the highlight of my night… later in the night, Sarah changed into her grandmother’s dress. This was the same dress her grandmother wore to Sarah’s parent’s wedding, and the same dress her sister wore at her own wedding. Sarah had the whole crowd crying when she talked about her grandmother in her thank you speech.

And I have a soft spot for moments between father & daughter:

The wedding team included:

Photography by: Caroline Tran Photography

Bride’s dress: Monique Lhuillier

Shoes: Guiseppe Zanotti

Bridesmaids’ apparel: Rachel Roy

Groom’s apparel: Ralph Lauren
Hair: Helmet Salon

Makeup: White Simon

Videographer: Americana Cinema

Photobooth: Photobox LA

Ceremony: Maguire Gardens

Reception/Catering: Café Pinot

Cake: Gigi Bobb

Flowers: Fleuretica

DJ: Ed Tandoc

Favors: JJ Royal Indonesian Civet Coffee

Rings: Eli’s Jewelry

Dance instruction: 3rd Street Dance

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July 13, 2010 - 10:56 am Stefani - Caroline...you are amazing at what you do! What a beautiful wedding! :D

July 13, 2010 - 12:54 pm Danielle - Absolutely stunning! Your work is so inspirational!

July 13, 2010 - 2:12 pm Carolyn Egerszegi - Insaaaaaaaaaaaannnne!! What a gorgeous wedding. I'm always so inspired by your work Caroline. The shot of the groom leaning in to kiss the bride with his arm on her waist in front the window made me gasp out loud. What an incredibly stunning photo in a group of stunning photos. Wow!

July 13, 2010 - 3:53 pm Phyllis Cheung - Wow. Your photos are stunning. You did a phenomenal job at capturing all the details and emotions of this wedding!

July 13, 2010 - 4:45 pm Noelle Williams - Gosh, your photography is SOO AMAZING. I am a photographer myself, and often times I find myself looking at your site before a shoot for some creative inspiration. Keep up the great work!

July 15, 2010 - 2:24 pm Jay - I love the first photo! It definitely says a lot about the couple- classy with a pinch of rock 'n roll! I love photos with a bit of irony. Great work!

July 15, 2010 - 3:53 pm Kelly Zhang - WOW! Love all of pictures. She looks stunning!

July 16, 2010 - 11:09 am Crystal - so sophisticated! you're so talented!

July 20, 2010 - 11:17 am dorothy - those were the flowers we were supposed to have at my wedding! dark red peonies!

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