Mark Sweeney Photography: First Engagement Shoot

Sunday, November 16, 2008

First Engagement Shoot

On Veterans Day I had my first engagement session with my friends Jason and Oanh. Jason is a fellow firefighter in Marina with me. They will be getting married in September of '09. It was a great day and a great chance to get to know Oanh a lot better. They were a great couple to shoot with and we had a bunch of fun. I felt a bit of pressure to perform as I knew they were taking a chance on me. I am sure they are going to be happy with the results. They are a great couple, together for five years, and very ready to be married I think. They will make a great couple. I saw them both really come out of their shell and let their guard down around each other.
Enjoy the teaser pics and thanks you two for taking a chance.

--Just added below...my first blog slideshow. What do you think? Drop me, Jason or Oanh a comment

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AnonymousNovember 23, 2008 at 7:46 PM
The Pictures turned out Beautiful!!! I loved the slideshow also! Great job Mark. I work with Jason also at Kula-Ranch Island Steakhouse and saw your post on facebook about their pics, so I checked them out. You did an amazing job. Congrats Jason and Oanh!!

-Jenny LaSala
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AnonymousNovember 24, 2008 at 7:15 PM
WOW...those were some awesome pics. Each and every shot was absolutely beautiful. Thanks for sharing. I wish you could of done my sons pics, but I don't think I can afford you...lol~ Thanks again and keep up the great work.
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AnonymousNovember 30, 2008 at 8:25 PM
Oh my goodness...Where to begin? Those shots were sooo beautiful! Congratulations to OANH and Jason! You guys look so happy and content together! :)

--CHRISTINE ARGUEZA
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"Mark, I have watched your beautiful slideshow tribute celebrating the birth and journey of Charlotte's twins: Gavin and Alexis (Lexi)several times now....Your photos and selection of music (duet by Celine and Andre) are perfecto! Most definitely there is this affirmation in my heart that Gavin and Alexis are TRUELY blessed to have such a wonderful and caring mother in Char. As I mentioned to you the other day Mark, it was not by accident that you came into our lives. You have been a wonderful friend to Char and have a special place in the hearts of those who have had the priviledge in meeting you; if only for a short time, as you pursued your love of photography and desire to help mankind. Your many gifts have been a blessing to us all.

Thank you so much for this tribute to Char, the babies, and of course the NICU team consisting of the nurses, nurse practitioners, respiratory therapists, and medical staff (e.g. physicians). My heart overflows with gratitude to the NICU staff for everything they have done and continue to do for Char, Gavin and Alexis (Lexi). Merry Christmas Mark to you and your family."
--Ruthie
"MARK..

I CANT EXPRESS HOW GRATEFUL FOR I AM FOR THE PRECIOUS PICS. AT FIRST I WASNT SURE THAT YOU WOULD BE ABLE TO CAPTURE THE LOVE WE HAVE FOR EACH OTHER BUT EVERY TIME I LOOK AT THE PICS IT TAKES MY BREATH AWAY. EVERY PIC SHOWS HOW MUCH WE LOVE EACH OTHER. YOU TOOK ME OUT OF MY SHELL AND LET ME EXPRESS MY LOVE FOR JASON IN WAYS THAT NO ONE WOULD PROBABLY SEE CAUSE OF HOW SHY I AM TO SHOW MY LOVE FOR HIM IN PUBLIC. THANK YOU. THANK YOU FROM THE BOTTOM OF MY HEART. I CANT WAIT TO SEE HOW THE WEDDING PICS WILL COME OUT. I’M SURE THEY WILL BE 10X BETTER THAN THE ENGAGEMENTS PICS AND THESE ONES ARE FABULOUS. THANK YOU.."
--Oanh Dao

“Mark,
Thank you so much for your kindness in photographing my children Alexis and Gavin. It's not easy walking into the NICU and seeing my babies on life support. The pictures you took are wonderful in the fact they look so peaceful and yes I do look at them at 2:00 AM when I can't sleep and through the tears it brings peace to my heart.

It also meant alote to me that on day 12 of Gavins life I was able to hold him for 35 minutes against my chest skin to skin. By chance you were there to capture one of the most precious moments of mine and Gavins life. My heart quit aching for 35 minutes as I felt his toes and fingers moving against my skin. He looks so peaceful in the photos and again it brings me comfort in the wee hours of the morning when I can't sleep and the tears seem to slow a bit.

You are such a wonderful friend for capturing these precious moments in time. Gavin, Alexis and myself thank you from the bottom of our hearts.”

Much Love,
Charlotte

“Mark,
I can't tell you how much your photos of Char, Gavin and Alexis tugged at my heart. You captured the moments on film simply and with a gentle touch, and let the beauty of the subjects and the moments do all of the talking. Your words provide the frame for the photos, lifting the emotions out of the film and into our hearts. It was great to meet you that day - it was easy to see why Char speaks so highly of you. I hope you can add to your 'Twins' collection soon. I have witnessed Gavin and Alexis make enormous strides in their lives, and am confident that this is just the beginning. I can't think of anyone better to record their journey than you.”

--Ken

“Oh my goodness...Where to begin? Those shots were sooo beautiful! Congratulations to OANH and Jason! You guys look so happy and content together! :)”
--CHRISTINE ARGUEZA

“Hi Mark-
You captured the essence of love, respect, and adoration this couple has for each other with your photography. Congrats on this momentous opportunity and God will continue to open up doors for you!”
--Ruthie

“Mark,
Your blog is so inspiring. I can't think of a better person to capture these precious moments. I know Char is forever thankful to you. As will Gavin and Alexis be when they can look back at their pictures. The struggles and the accomplishments that have brought them to this day. They are fighting so hard and no words can explain that, but the pictures, the pictures capture that.

It brought me to tears when I saw what you had done for the first time. You are able to see the emotion so well. As if you can tell exactly what Char is thinking right at that moment. Hopefully I will see you there next time :-)”

--Liz

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