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ANNOUNCEMENT: Michelle Turner Seminars { for photographers }

Announcement – 11:29 pm

My good friend and rockstar, international destination wedding photographer, Michelle Turner is coming to Charleston for a 2-day seminar on October 7 and 8, 2008. The seminar will be hosted by yours truly. The seminar is for both professionals and amateurs alike who plan to explore the world of wedding photography. The seminar will entail shooting techniques in harsh situations along with posing, lighting and post processing techniques. More information are available on Michelle Turner’s Website . Seats are limited so sign up soon.

About Michelle: she is one of the most talented photographers in the world and a photographer to watch in 2008. She document many weddings in Mexico, Maine, Boston, New York and other parts of the country. You’ll read more about her on her website, but from a friend’s perspective: she is one talented photographer with a good heart and a passion to teach and inspire people. Egos are checked out during this seminar and an open heart and an open mind to learning is very much welcomed and encouraged.

Hope to see you there.

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VISION {random thoughts}

July 4, 2008 – 1:02 am

Just a random thought about vision, dreams, hope, persistence, inspiration and the pursuit of self-fulfillment and purpose . . .

WHAT WOULD YOU ATTEMPT TO DO IF YOU KNEW YOU COULD NOT FAIL? -unknown

Happy 4th everyone! Don’t drink and drive. You’re going to get caught!

- V

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Amber + Yosh: 06.07.08 {modern weddings}

July 1, 2008 – 12:33 am

I have nothing but praises for Amber and Yosh. They are the coolest couple to work with: laid back, care-free, kind, generous and overall great people. Just like every wedding, the week before the wedding was a little stressful for Amber and Yosh. But everything came together on June 7 and the wedding was just magical.

To Amber and Yosh, thank you for your kindness and for your trust. It was a privilege and an honor to have worked with you and document your wedding. I wish you both the best.

And now, the highlights:

And for the slideshow: click here

Much love and many blessings,

Virgil I. Bunao

Charleston Wedding Photographer

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NEW BLOG!!!

June 30, 2008 – 11:46 am

Hello wonderful people!!!

We finally got a new blog. Thanks for stopping by and checking it out. It is much simpler, easier to use, cleaner and most importantly, I can post bigger pictures!!! How awesome is that.

Leave us a comment and let us know what you think.

Sincerely,

Virgil Bunao
Charleston Wedding Photographer

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Stephanie + Colton {e-session}

June 26, 2008 – 11:13 am

The other week, Stephanie, Colton and I went downtown Charleston to create images for their engagement session. They will tie the knot in Hilton Head Island in August. The first time I met Stephanie and her mother, Angela, I noticed Stephanie’s very beautiful features. She reminds me of Brooke Hogan, who i think is absolutely gorgeous. At any rate, Stephanie and Colton are beautiful in their own, unique way. They certainly make me look good.

All I can say is I cannot wait until I photograph these two. This is going to be a beautiful wedding with the lineup of wonderful vendors, not to mention the location where they are going to get married!

Here are some images from that session

Aren’t they beautiful?

Until next time, much love and many blessings
Virgil Bunao
Charleston Wedding Photographer

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Ashley and David {E session }

June 25, 2008 – 10:08 am

When I first met Ashley and David, I immediately admired and adored their fun relationship, their love and respect for each other and most importantly, their sense of humor. I took Ashley and David downtown Charleston a couple of weeks ago for their esession. There was not a dull moment. I had an amazing time hanging out with them and I cannot wait until they marry: 08.08.08 baby!

Here are some of the highlights from their session

And for the slideshow, click here

Until next time, much love and many blessings
Virgil Bunao
Charleston Wedding Photographer

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Marie { bridal portrait session }

June 23, 2008 – 10:09 pm

I have been absent from blogging for a few days. I’ve had some problems with my blogging system. Apparently, I get too many hits that it clogged up the servers of my host. Because of it, I was not able to access the admin panel to update the blog. There were times that the blog was down. So for that, I apologize. We are currently fixing the problem. So at any rate, I am back. At least I think so.

This past saturday and sunday we were fortunate enough to photograph 2 weddings, back-to-back. We normally just document one wedding a weekend, but I couldn’t say no to our Sunday wedding- a fellow photographer. If you are a photographer or an avid fan of photography, you know that it is an honor and a privilege to photograph a photographer’s wedding. It is very difficult to say no when a fellow photographer ask you. I hate to do this to you, but stay tune, I will be posting some images in a couple of weeks.

In the meantime, I want to tell you about Marie who married Scott this part Saturday. Marie and I had the opportunity to have fun in downtown Charleston weeks before her wedding. I couldn’t post the images obviously, but now since they are married, check out how beautiful she is. She makes me look good.

Images from the wedding will be posted soon. Thanks for checking us out!

Virgil Bunao
Charleston Wedding Photographer

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Jessica and Brent { e-session }

June 16, 2008 – 11:31 pm

The first time I met Jessica and Brent, I knew they were going to be a special couple. I had such blast taking photographs of Jessica and Brett for their engagement session at Hampton Park. I can’t wait to photograph their wedding in October.

Here are a few from the session

’til next time
Virgil Bunao

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Kristin + Jeremy: 05.24.08 {modern weddings}

June 13, 2008 – 11:40 pm

A couple of weeks ago, I was blessed to shoot the magical wedding of two amazing couple, whom I am proud to call my friends: Kristin and Jeremy Hall. On May 24, they committed their lives to each other in front of God, family and friends at the St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church in downtown Charleston. A beautiful reception followed immediately at the Francis Marion Hotel coordinated by the amazing Jessica Dorfman. The beautiful flower arrangements were by Thuy Patterson of Jade Water Designs.

Kristin looked absolutely stunning and Jeremy looked very sharp.

Even though we cover weddings almost every weekend, it is always surreal to be able to play a part in each of them every saturday. With Kristin and Jeremy’s wedding- I am so blessed to photograph such an important event of their life. I am very grateful of their trust in me and my abilities. It is very humbling to know that whatever I see through my lens and record and deliver after their wedding, when everything is long gone, will be a part of their family legacy. Forever. Of course, I try not to think about that too much on wedding day and stress out about it in order to avoid freaking myself out.

To Kristin and Jeremy, I think the world of you two. You two are are one of the most genuine people I know and respect. I am so blessed to have met you both and got the opportunity to work with you. Thank you for your trust, your kindness, your generosity and your friendship. I will miss you both. As you begin your life in Atlanta, I wish you both the best of everything. May God bless you and your marriage and your beautiful family and friends.

Here are the highlights

The girls

Me, shot by one of my assistant, either Sarah or Laiken, don’t know. None of them would fess up. Were they looking at my shoes or my flat buttocks?!?

I was trying to get this shot while on the ground, in case you were wondering what i was doing on the ground

Kristin getting her wedding present from Jeremy

The beautiful Kristin

I set this up every wedding, and I capture beautiful moments every time. It is always different every wedding. The reactions are all unique and lovely in their own way

Jeremy and Chase… an honest moment as Kristin walks down the aisle with her father. Real. Just beautiful.

Me, under pressure, working it, under a hot humid Charleston weather

Just a touch of creativity and love for the Georgia Bulldogs, Kristin and Jeremy’s alma matter

Dad, tearing up a little on the dance floor with Kristin

Last dance of the night…

And then… for the slideshow, click here

Thanks for tuning in. I am signing off for the weekend. Team CVI is off to shoot Robert Ellis and Katie Keller’s wedding tomorrow at the Mt. Pleasant Presbyterian Church/ South Carolina Aquarium- another beautiful wedding. And Sunday… June 15, it is Father’s day. My first Father’s Day. I’m taking Sunday off and get some Sushi and new Rainbow flip flops.

Until Monday, much love and many blessings
Virgil I. Bunao
Charleston Wedding Photographer

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Jacob on Rosalina Catalog!!!

June 12, 2008 – 1:14 pm

Check out this picture of Jacob !!! This is a full page spread of Jacob on Rosalina’s wholesale catalog.

Isn’t he adorable? Well, I hate to be biased, but I think he’s pretty cute. He doesn’t look like his daddy at all, does he?

Until next time

Virgil Bunao
Jacob’s Dad

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Welcome

ANNOUNCEMENT: Michelle Turner Seminars { for photographers }

VISION {random thoughts}

Amber + Yosh: 06.07.08 {modern weddings}

NEW BLOG!!!

Stephanie + Colton {e-session}

Ashley and David {E session }

Marie { bridal portrait session }

Jessica and Brent { e-session }

Kristin + Jeremy: 05.24.08 {modern weddings}

Jacob on Rosalina Catalog!!!

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