by admin | Feb 9, 2012 | 52 Weeks of Awesomeness, Aspiring Photographer Workshop (APW), Brandi Mussack, Chris Hsieh, La Brisa, Photographers
My first attempt at underwater photography was abysmal. Gallon sized ziplock back fully immersed in the pool at my apartment complex’s pool was not an awful idea, in conception, but much more difficult in execution. I wear reefs probably 90% of the time. I...
by admin | Feb 8, 2012 | Attraction Sessions, Brandi Mussack, Engagement Photography, La Brisa
Apparently, this week will be feature all of b’s amazing sessions week! To continue the trend, today we are featuring Lisa and Chasse’s beautiful Attraction Session with b! We hope that you had a super fun time taking your engagement images and b is incredibly pumped...
by admin | Feb 7, 2012 | Brandi Mussack, High School Senior Portraits, La Brisa, Style Sessions
Zoe is gorgeous. Zoe rocked it out for her senior portraits with b.See for yourself.You can view more images from her Style Session on the La Brisa Facebook page by clicking HERE.
by admin | Feb 6, 2012 | Attraction Sessions, Brandi Mussack, Engagement Photography, La Brisa
B and I met the absolutely gorgeous Alexis at Julianne and Lonnie’s incredible wedding as Alexis was one of Julianne’s bridesmaids. Fast forward a bit and we were super excited when Alexis wanted B to photograph her Attraction Session and upcoming wedding! Well, B was...
by admin | Feb 3, 2012 | Brandi Mussack, La Brisa
Our very own b will be leaving the beloved city of Manhattan, KS for greener pastures in Georgia (check out the announcement HERE) and she has a limited number of openings to schedule your session! Why not take advantage of this GORGEOUS and unexpected weather and...
by admin | Feb 2, 2012 | 52 Weeks of Awesomeness, Aspiring Photographer Workshop (APW), Brandi Mussack, Chris Hsieh, La Brisa, Photographers
I Love You. Shutter speed: 1/640th Aperture: f/4.0ISO: 50Processing: Adobe Lightroom 4 BetaRemember my very awesome and very pregnant friend from Week 25 (check out teasers from her mini-maternity session HERE)??! Well, here is her very awesome and very adorable baby...
by admin | Feb 1, 2012 | Brandi Mussack, Chris Hsieh, High School Senior Portraits, La Brisa, Style Sessions
Adam was one of the easiest high school seniors to photograph that we have ever had. Seriously. Ladies, does he not look like David Beckham? RIGHT? b and I met Adam at Kill Creek Park for his Style Session and he absolutely rocked out the session. With his easygoing...
by admin | Jan 31, 2012 | Brandi Mussack, Chris Hsieh, La Brisa, Wedding Photography
Whitney and Josh are incredible. Super fun, awesome and they completely trusted us. After their wonderful Attraction Session, they knew that they did not have anything to worry about on their wedding day (photographically speaking). Their wedding party was...
by admin | Jan 30, 2012 | Brandi Mussack, La Brisa
Our very own b will be leaving the beloved city of Manhattan, KS for greener pastures in Georgia (check out the announcement HERE) and she has a limited number of openings to schedule your session! Why not take advantage of this GORGEOUS and unexpected weather and...
by admin | Jan 26, 2012 | 52 Weeks of Awesomeness, Aspiring Photographer Workshop (APW), Brandi Mussack, Chris Hsieh, La Brisa, Photographers
I like editing with a big banana smoothie with added peanut butter and mumford and sons. Smooth, frothy and soul cleansing. I’m gonna miss manhattan. Shutter speed: 1/60th Aperture: f/2.4ISO: 80Processing: Adobe Lightroom 3Yesterday was my birthday and it was...
by admin | Jan 25, 2012 | Chris Hsieh, La Brisa, Personal
In honor of my 30th birthday today, I am hosting a super ridiculous and fun contest for you to win one of my three favorite landscape images that I have ever created. The winners will receive a gorgeous 5”x7” metallic print shipped to wherever and whoever they want!...
by admin | Jan 24, 2012 | Brandi Mussack, Chris Hsieh, La Brisa, Wedding Photography
The real joy in being a wedding photographer is the incredible couples that I have the privilege of meeting. Laura and Jordan are extraordinary people. Seriously. Laura is an amazing photographer who owns CapturedInHisImage Photography. Go check out her work!Today, I...
by admin | Jan 23, 2012 | Chris Hsieh, La Brisa, Wedding Photography
When I met Alyssa and Danny for their Attraction Session before dawn in Las Vegas, I was immediately blown away by their gorgeousness and super fun go-for-it attitudes! Well, their engagement images did not disappoint as you can see here Alyssa & Danny |...
by admin | Jan 20, 2012 | Brandi Mussack, Chris Hsieh, La Brisa, Wedding Photography
Kristen and Bret’s wedding was absolutely phenomenal! B and I traveled back to my hometown in preparation of their beautiful wedding overlooking the Pacific Ocean. The details were amazing and their entire day was absolutely perfect. Seriously, it was a fairytale...
by admin | Jan 19, 2012 | 52 Weeks of Awesomeness, Brandi Mussack, Chris Hsieh, La Brisa
This is my friend Ashley, she is gorgeous and very pregnant. And I love her. And this is my floppy hat. And I think she looks good in it. Shutter speed: 1/1000th Aperture: f/2.0ISO: 100Processing: Adobe Lightroom3Figgins is Brisa’s dog. Brisa loves the Angels and...
by admin | Jan 18, 2012 | Baby Photography, Children Photography, Chris Hsieh, Family Photography, La Brisa, Personal
Many of you know how much my family means to me. I definitely would not be who I am today without the love, support and encouragement of my family. Well, for an early birthday present, my wife, Brisa, surprised me by having my sister and my two adorable nephews,...
by admin | Jan 16, 2012 | Brandi Mussack, La Brisa, Personal
3,496 Miles.11 Days.7 States.1 Epic Road Trip. Hello, La Brisa Friends and Family! As Chris and I are always striving to improve our skills and service, we are also trying to finds ways to improve the La Brisa experience. If it’s okay with all of you, I’m going to...
by admin | Jan 12, 2012 | Aspiring Photographer Workshop (APW), Brandi Mussack, Chris Hsieh, La Brisa, Photographers
The keys to photography is seeing light and how you portray light in your image. One of the may concepts of sculpting light is understanding the Exposure Triangle (ISO, Aperture and Shutter Speed). Shutter speed: 15 Seconds Aperture: f/20ISO: 50Processing: Adobe...
by admin | Jan 11, 2012 | Chris Hsieh, La Brisa, Personal, Pet Photography
2011 has been and continues to be the most successful year at La Brisa ever. I am floored and humbled by your continued support and encouragement. Thank you to all of our clients and fans who spread word of La Brisa. In the last iteration of favorite images from 2011,...
by admin | Jan 10, 2012 | Baby Photography, Children Photography, Chris Hsieh, Event Photography, Family Photography, Joy Sessions, La Brisa, Personal
2011 has been and continues to be the most successful year at La Brisa ever. I am floored and humbled by your continued support and encouragement. Thank you to all of our clients and fans who spread word of La Brisa. In our last couple of installments of our favorites...
by admin | Jan 9, 2012 | Brandi Mussack, Chris Hsieh, La Brisa, Wedding Photography
2011 has been and continues to be the most successful year at La Brisa ever. b and I are floored and humbled by your continued support and encouragement. As I was putting together these images for today’s post, I could not help but smile at the sheer number of amazing...
by admin | Jan 6, 2012 | 52 Weeks of Awesomeness, Baby Photography, Brandi Mussack, Children Photography, Chris Hsieh, Event Photography, Family Photography, Joy Sessions, La Brisa, Personal, Pet Photography, Wedding Photography
Happy Friday everyone! I have a feeling that 2012 is going to fly by, don’t you? Well, I am currently in Denver driving to Sharon Springs, KS for Stephanie & Wayne’s amazing wedding and b is driving back to KS from sunny and warm San Diego! Today, I want to share...
by admin | Jan 5, 2012 | 52 Weeks of Awesomeness, Aspiring Photographer Workshop (APW), Brandi Mussack, Chris Hsieh, La Brisa, Photographers
My fingers feel and look naked when they don’t have a little color. I am constantly painting, peeling and repainting my digits, but personally, I prefer when my Mamma does it for me. This series of photos was unusually difficult: at a Starbucks in Albuquerque, NM for...
by admin | Jan 4, 2012 | Attraction Sessions, Brandi Mussack, Engagement Photography, High School Senior Portraits, Joy Sessions, La Brisa, Style Sessions
With a contradicting saddened yet excited heart, I have to announce that b is leaving Manhattan, Kansas and is moving to Augusta, Georgia in February! She will be continuing on with La Brisa and will be spreading our roots to the South! If you have been waiting to...
by admin | Jan 3, 2012 | Anniversary Photography, Attraction Sessions, Brandi Mussack, Chris Hsieh, Engagement Photography, La Brisa
2011 has been and continues to be the most successful year at La Brisa ever. I am floored and humbled by your continued support and encouragement. Thank you to all of our clients and fans who spread word of La Brisa. Our Attraction Sessions and Weddings (coming soon)...
by admin | Jan 2, 2012 | Brandi Mussack, Chris Hsieh, La Brisa, Personal
2011 has been an absolutely phenomenal year for La Brisa. Actually, 2011 has been the BEST year so far and it is not even close. From our amazing clients to all of our incredible fans, I am so amazingly grateful and appreciative. Again, I am humbled by our success and...
by admin | Dec 29, 2011 | 52 Weeks of Awesomeness, Aspiring Photographer Workshop (APW), Chris Hsieh, La Brisa, Photographers
I am going to cheat a little bit and explain my image for this week because I feel like it. =)I cannot live without my parents. They have given me so much. Though more importantly, I cannot live without my mom. She has taught me so much about how to be kind, generous,...
by admin | Dec 28, 2011 | La Brisa, Pay It Forward, Personal
I am in Chicago for my last wedding of the year! Super excited to cross off another state from my 50 States by 2015 goal! The best part is that my entire family is here to attend the wedding so I get to hang out with my awesome nephews. Sadly, Brisa could not make the...
by admin | Dec 27, 2011 | Baby Photography, Brandi Mussack, Children Photography, Chris Hsieh, Family Photography, Joy Sessions, La Brisa
2011 has been and continues to be the most successful year at La Brisa ever. I am floored and humbled by your continued support and encouragement. Thank you to all of our clients and fans who spread word of La Brisa. Through the end of the year, we will be sharing our...
by admin | Dec 26, 2011 | Brandi Mussack, Chris Hsieh, High School Senior Portraits, La Brisa, Style Sessions
2011 has been and continues to be the most successful year at La Brisa ever. I am floored and humbled by your continued support and encouragement. Thank you to all of our clients and fans who spread word of La Brisa. Starting today, I will be sharing our favorite...
by admin | Dec 25, 2011 | La Brisa, Pay It Forward, Personal
Merry Christmas! We just want to wish you a very Merry Christmas in true Awkward Family style fashion! Hug your loved ones extra tightly today! =) Until the end of 2011, b and I will be offering a very special opportunity to you called the 2012 La Brisa Calendar of...
by admin | Dec 24, 2011 | La Brisa, Pay It Forward, Personal
Merry Christmas Eve everyone! Every year when I was younger, my family would go to midnight candlelight service on Christmas Eve and then we would sing Christmas carols all the way home. Then my mom would make some hot chocolate and we would open our presents and...
by admin | Dec 23, 2011 | Brandi Mussack, Chris Hsieh, La Brisa, Wedding Photography
Happy Friday everyone! Today, I am excited to feature Nikki and Jared’s amazing wedding! You may remember their phenomenal engagement photos here – Nikki & Jared | Attraction Session | Kansas | Chris. Thank you again so much for selecting b and I to...
by admin | Dec 22, 2011 | 52 Weeks of Awesomeness, Aspiring Photographer Workshop (APW), Brandi Mussack, Chris Hsieh, La Brisa, Photographers
Shutter speed: 1/60th Aperture: f/4.5ISO: 400Processing: Adobe Lightroom3 Shutter speed: 1/60thAperture: f/2.8ISO: 640Processing: Adobe Lightroom3As a photographer, sometime you need to work on things outside of your normal purview and this project is going to help us...
by admin | Dec 22, 2011 | Anniversary Photography, Attraction Sessions, Brandi Mussack, Chris Hsieh, La Brisa
In my photography journey, every so often, I have a session that makes me instantly realize how much I have improved over the years. b and Tim are incredibly photogenic, very much in love, adore each other and dressed extremely well for their Attraction Session which...
by admin | Dec 19, 2011 | Aspiring Photographer Workshop (APW), La Brisa, Photographers
b and I host a Facebook Group for the La Brisa Aspiring Photographer Workshops and we are starting a social meetup every month on the Third THURSDAY (TT) for aspiring/experienced photographers to meet and chat about photography, their lives, etc. Well, this past...
by admin | Dec 15, 2011 | 52 Weeks of Awesomeness, Brandi Mussack, Chris Hsieh, La Brisa
Shutter speed: 1/125th Aperture: f/2.0ISO: 800Processing: Adobe Lightroom3 Shutter speed: 1/60thAperture: f/3.2ISO: 125Processing: Adobe Lightroom3As a photographer, sometime you need to work on things outside of your normal purview and this project is going to help...
by admin | Dec 12, 2011 | Brandi Mussack, High School Senior Portraits, La Brisa, Style Sessions
Happy Monday! Today, I am excited to feature b’s Style Session with the gorgeous Kelcie! She is classically beautiful and a majestic dancer too!Thank you again for selecting La Brisa to photograph your senior portraits! b and I wish you the very best in your last year...
by admin | Dec 11, 2011 | La Brisa, Pay It Forward
Happy Sunday everyone! For those of you still looking for the perfect Christmas gift for your families and friends, please consider a gorgeous 2012 La Brisa Calendar of Awesomeness!Until the end of 2011, b and I will be offering a very special opportunity to you...
by admin | Dec 9, 2011 | Brandi Mussack, High School Senior Portraits, La Brisa, Style Sessions
Happy Friday! Today, I am excited to feature b’s Style Session with the dropdead gorgeous, Sarah! With her movie star looks, incredible athleticism plus her super fun personality, there is no doubt that Sarah is destined for an amazing future! =)Thank you again for...
by admin | Dec 8, 2011 | 52 Weeks of Awesomeness, Aspiring Photographer Workshop (APW), Brandi Mussack, Chris Hsieh, La Brisa, Photographers
Shutter speed: 1/640thAperture: f/1.6ISO: 400Processing: Adobe Lightroom3 Shutter speed: 1/2000thAperture: f/5.0ISO: 400Processing: Adobe Lightroom3As a photographer, sometime you need to work on things outside of your normal purview and this project is going to help...
by admin | Dec 7, 2011 | Chris Hsieh, High School Senior Portraits, La Brisa, Style Sessions
Happy Wednesday! Before I chat about today’s awesome senior, I want to let you all know that b has a few slots available for some last minute Christmas portraits in the Manhattan, Kansas area! If you are looking for some awesome family, senior and/or engagement...
by admin | Dec 6, 2011 | Brandi Mussack, High School Senior Portraits, La Brisa, Style Sessions
Happy Tuesday! Today, I am excited to feature b’s Style Session with the ridiculously awesome Cat! She is gorgeously vibrant, full of personality and beautiful. With her stunning looks and her amazing softball skillz, Cat is a knockout on and off the field! Thank you...
by admin | Dec 5, 2011 | Brandi Mussack, High School Senior Portraits, La Brisa, Style Sessions
Happy Monday! This week is SENIORS week at La Brisa because we have photographed so many awesome seniors this year and have not had a chance to feature them on the blog yet! So, I have decided that this week is dedicated to our ridiculously amazing high school...
by admin | Dec 4, 2011 | Chris Hsieh, La Brisa, Personal, Travel Photography
In keeping with the personal blogging trend, I wanted to share images from my trip to Arizona that Brisa and I took this fall. Our awesome friends, Jenna and Travis, invited us to visit and they showed us around to all of their favorite spots! We had an awesome time...
by admin | Dec 3, 2011 | Chris Hsieh, La Brisa, Personal, Travel Photography
Last week, the wifey had a veterinary conference in Fort Collins, Colorado and I tagged along to explore Colorado for the first time! We have always talked about how cool it would be to live in Colorado, but since we had never really visited the state, we had no idea...
by admin | Dec 2, 2011 | Attraction Sessions, Brandi Mussack, Engagement Photography, La Brisa
b had the opportunity to photograph an absolutely gorgeous engaged couple, Shelby and Derek! Shelby is a classic beauty and Derek’s rugged good looks make them one of the most beautiful La Brisa couples ever! Thank you again for selecting La Brisa to photograph your...
by admin | Dec 1, 2011 | 52 Weeks of Awesomeness, Aspiring Photographer Workshop (APW), Brandi Mussack, Chris Hsieh, La Brisa, Photographers
Shutter speed: 1 SecondAperture: f/16ISO: 50Processing: Adobe Lightroom3 Shutter speed: 1 secondAperture: f/2.5ISO: 200Processing: Adobe Lightroom3As a photographer, sometime you need to work on things outside of your normal purview and this project is going to help...
by admin | Nov 30, 2011 | Baby Photography, Children Photography, Chris Hsieh, Family Photography, Joy Sessions, La Brisa
When I met this family for their Joy Session, I could not believe how adorable their little man is! He has so much personality and character and joyfulness that I just wanted to squeeze his little cheeks the entire time! We met on a beautifully perfect fall Texas day...
by admin | Nov 29, 2011 | Baby Photography, Brandi Mussack, Children Photography, Chris Hsieh, Family Photography, Joy Sessions, La Brisa
When b and I were back in California, we had the awesome opportunity to photograph the incredible W Family! We went to a nearby park and then headed home to highlight dad’s love for racing. The W Family have the cutest and happiest little girl and she had us smiling...
