2019: A Year in Review


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As we leap into the new year, we’re quick to focus on what is to come–setting intentions, curating resolutions, giving our imagination to all that awaits.  But in our enthusiasm for the unknown we overlook a simple truth–the beginning of a new year marks the end of another. And while we face the lure of what’s to come, so too do we have an imperative to take a pause and reflect on the many moments that shaped a year of experience.  On this new year holiday, before I take the leap forward, I’m taking a step back to focus on every milestone, celebration, intention, and victory from my 2019 year.

We started off the 2019 year by remodeling our home.
We wanted create an opened and relaxing environment to raise our family. I also wanted a work space that allowed my creativity + inspiration to thrive.


Denver Minimalist Home remodel


Denver Home Minimalist Remodel


Denver Home Remodel Minimalist


Denver Minimalist home remodel

We celebrated June’s 1st Birthday in Doljabi style.
She picked the stethoscope so we’re looking at a future doctor here.


Korean Doljabi Inspiration


Korean Doljabi Inspiration

I photographed some beginnings.


Denver Maternity Photography


Denver Maternity Photography


Denver Maternity Photography


Denver Maternity Photography


Denver Maternity Photography


Denver Maternity Photographer


Denver Maternity Photography


Denver Maternity Photography

And photographed growing families.


Denver Family Photography


Denver Family Photography


Denver Family Photography


Denver Family Portrait Photographer


Denver Family Portrait Photographer


Denver Family Portrait Photographer


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Denver Family Portrait Photographer


Denver Family Portrait Photographer


Denver Family Portrait Photographer


Denver Family Photographer


Denver Family Portrait Photographer


Denver Family Photographer


Denver Family Portrait Photographer


Denver Family Photographer


Denver Family Photographer


Denver Family Portrait Photographer


Denver Engagement Photographer


Denver Engagement Photographer


Winter Colorado Wedding Engagement photography


Winter Colorado Wedding Engagement photography


Winter Colorado Wedding Engagement photography

I booked + photographed my first international destination wedding in Barcelona, Spain.
And got featured in Martha Stewart Weddings Magazine!


Destination Wedding Photographer Spain


Destination Wedding Photographer Spain


Destination Wedding Photographer Spain


Destination Wedding Photographer Spain

And made some memories of my own.
Thank you to my beautiful mother who helped care for June while we were in Spain so that I could pursue my passion.


Destination Wedding Behind The Scenes


Destination Wedding Behind The Scenes


Destination Wedding Behind The Scenes


Destination Wedding Behind The Scenes

I photographed a styled wedding for Yonder House (a Colorado based decor and floral design company).
And was featured in Rocky Mountain Bride!


Romantic Red Styled Wedding Photographer


Romantic Red Styled Wedding Photographer


Romantic Red Styled Wedding Photographer


Romantic Red Styled Wedding Photographer


Romantic Red Styled Wedding Photographer


Romantic Red Styled Wedding Photographer

I traveled back to Southern California to photograph a beautiful cliffside ocean wedding.
La Venta Inn in Palos Verdes


Southern California Cliffside Wedding Photographer


Southern California Cliffside Wedding Photographer

And during our free time, we revisited old memories and made new ones, too.


Redondo Shade Hotel Wedding Photographer


Shade Hotel Wedding Photographer


Redondo Shade Hotel Wedding Photographer


Redondo Shade Hotel Wedding Photographer

I got to cross off a bucket list item and photographed a wedding at The Broadmoor, a luxury destination resort in Denver, Colorado.


The Broadmoor Wedding Photographer


The Broadmoor Wedding Photographer


The Broadmoor Luxury Wedding Photographer


The Broadmoor Luxury Wedding Photographer


The Broadmoor Luxury Wedding Photographer

I finally started a real YouTube Channel for all things photography + Lifestyle.
You might as well subscribe to my channel while you’re here 😉

 

 

After months of trying, we found out we were pregnant and expecting baby #2.
And what were the odds that we conceived yet again on June 25th.
June 25, 2011: Sean and I first met
June 25, 2017: Our first baby’s due date but ultimately led to a miscarriage
June 25, 2017: Conceived baby June
June 25, 2019: Conceived baby #2


What I hoped to look like during the entire pregnancy.

What I hoped to look like during the entire pregnancy.


But what I really looked like during this pregnancy. Morning sickness shook my world.

But what I really looked like during this pregnancy. Morning sickness shook my world.

I photographed my first Vail rocky mountain wedding since moving to Colorado.


Vail Rocky Mountain Wedding Photographer


Vail Colorado Rocky Mountain Wedding Photographer


Vail Colorado Rocky Mountain Wedding Photographer


Vail Colorado Rocky Mountain Wedding Photographer

Despite all the morning sickness, I got the opportunity to photograph a wedding in Oahu, Hawaii.
And witness my dear friends get married.


Oahu Hawaii Destination Wedding Photographer


Oahu Hawaii Destination Wedding Photographer


Oahu Hawaii Destination Wedding Photographer


Oahu Hawaii Destination Wedding Photographer


Oahu Hawaii Destination Wedding Photographer


Oahu Hawaii Destination Wedding Photographer

And during our free time, we made some memories at Turtle Bay Resort, too.


Turtle Bay Resort Hawaii Wedding Photographer


Turtle Bay Resort Hawaii Wedding Photographer


Turtle Bay Resort Hawaii Wedding Photographer


Turtle Bay Resort Hawaii Wedding Photographer


Turtle Bay Resort Hawaii Wedding Photographer


Turtle Bay Resort Hawaii Wedding Photographer

I got to photograph a handful of influencers, creatives, artists and small business owners.


Robin of Felice Bridal  : A Wedding Dress boutique

Robin of Felice Bridal : A Wedding Dress boutique


Denver Branding & Lifestyle Photographer


Denver Branding & Lifestyle Photographer


Denver Branding & Lifestyle Photographer at Denver Photo Collective


Denver Branding & Lifestyle Photographer at Denver Photo Collective


Denver Branding & Lifestyle Photographer at Denver Photo Collective


Denver Branding & Lifestyle Photographer at Denver Photo Collective


Denver Branding & Lifestyle Photographer at Denver Photo Collective


Denver Branding & Lifestyle Photographer


Denver Branding & Lifestyle Photographer


Denver lifestyle and branding photographer


Denver lifestyle and branding photographer


Denver lifestyle and branding photographer


Denver lifestyle and branding photographer


Denver Branding + Lifestyle Photographer


Denver Branding & Lifestyle Photographer

I photographed a few more styled photoshoots at the Blanc and Real M Denver, Denver Colorado.


Sara Gabriel Denver Wedding Photography


Denver Fine Art Wedding Photography


Denver Fine Art Wedding Photography


Denver Fine Art Wedding Photography


Denver Fine Art Wedding Photographer Real M Denver


Denver Fine Art Wedding Photographer Real M Denver


Denver Fine Art Wedding Photographer

I photographed the details of this wedding at a private home in Denver, Colorado.
With a pending magazine feature!


Denver Fine Art Wedding Photographer


Denver Fine Art Wedding Photographer


Denver Fine Art Wedding Photographer


Denver Fine Art Wedding Photographer


Denver Fine Art Wedding Photographer

And this styled shoot from the previous year was featured in Wedding Chicks Magazine!


Denver Skylight Wedding Photographer


Denver Skylight Wedding Photographer


Denver Skylight Wedding Photographer

I photographed my last wedding of the year back in Southern California.
Redondo Beach’s Portofino Hotel + Marina. 


Redondo Beach Portofino Hotel & Marina Wedding


Redondo Beach Portofino Hotel & Marina Wedding

Wow. I didn’t think I’d be as emotional as I am now as I put this blog post together. Reflecting on all the relationships I’ve created and all the people I’ve met over the last year as I documented their love story (whether with their loved one or for their craft) is truly so incredibly humbling. I am so grateful for every single one of you that took faith in me and what I do. Thank you for my 2019! It’s been such an honor.

xo,


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  1. JKIM says:

    This was awesome and so great to see all the amazing moments you’ve captured. I cannot wait to see what 2020 has in store for you!

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