This was too cute not to share.
Not too long ago, I photographed Karla + Jeffrey in Hong Kong. One of my favorite images from their shoot was a photo of them cuddling underneath a banyan tree.
Karla is an amazingly talented graphic artist, and she made this rendition of my image which I thought was too cute not to share. Check out more of her work on her tumblr.
I really do have the greatest clients 
Been a while since I’ve had a chance to post, so I’m delighted that this update has good news!
If you’re in Toronto by any chance next week, swing by the exhibition being held by Wokai. Wokai is a great microfinancing NGO that I came to support in China. They’re featuring some of my work, proceeds of which will go towards creating micro loans for the rural poor.
I am a big believer in sustainable development, and am blown away by the amazing men and women that make Wokai such a dynamic organization. Wokai means “I start” in Chinese and has been making great progress in rural areas in China.
I am so thrilled to be supporting their effort. And it really brings together my biggest passions: development, China, and photography. I’ll be in Hong Kong during the exhibition (unfortunately), but if you are able to make it, I’d love to hear your thoughts (and maybe see a few snapshots of the venue? 
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It happened over a bowl of pho.
I watched as he anxiously fidgeted with his chopsticks, then the napkin, and take a sip of water. He cleared his throat. I grinned. I had known Jeffrey since high school, and I had never seen him as such a nervous wreck. But then again, I had never seen him smitten before. Our food arrived and we chowed down. Well, I chowed down. Jeffrey talked.. and talked… and talked about this mythical creature. I imagined something of a mermaid or an angel. Maybe a unicorn.
I leaned on my elbows and went into Eva Chan, MD mode. As in Doctor Looooooove. I’d like to think what emerged was this mind-blowing fount of wisdom, but I suspect it was more of a feminine and slightly hyper version of Asian Dr. Phil.
I’m not sure how amazing my advice-giving was, but a year later over dinner, I was introduced to Karla by a beaming Jeffrey. The man was literally unable to sit still because he was so excited. And who could blame him? She’s his angel.
They remind me of classic Hollywood. Elegant and timeless. An abiding love and romance that lasts for a lifetime.
He was tall, handsome and a baseball player. She was a good-lookin’ blond who he couldn’t keep his eyes off of, nor get out of his mind. They met one day at a ball game. It was the first she’d ever been to. “She was perfect” he told me. “Except this one annoying flaw: she couldn’t see we were meant to be together.”
It took a while, but eventually Nancy came around. She saw that Don not only stood head and shoulders above others in stature, but also in character. And when she did, Don told himself he wasn’t going to let her go. And he hasn’t. Not for fifty years.
Don and Nancy, I am so blown away by you two. I am a hopeless romantic and a dreamer. It is something wonderful to be around two people so obviously into each other, who know each other inside and out. It is a privilege and a blessing to see God’s faithfulness in your marriage. I am honored beyond words to photograph your fiftieth anniversary. It means so much to me. I hope you love these images as much as I do.
Don reminds me so much of Cary Grant. There is something very debonair and strong about his expression in this image. Or maybe it’s because he’s got Nancy in his arms.
I am so tickled by how gleeful you both look here. My favorite part of this shoot was seeing how much Don enjoyed cuddling up to his lovely wife
Don and Nancy, thank you again for sharing your day with me. It has been pure delight getting to know you both and photographing your love. Happy anniversary!!
xox,
Eva
It was the first day of school. He shifted his weight in his seat and fiddled with his pen, waiting for the professor to walk in. His eyes scanned the room before resting on an attractive, raven-haired girl seated several rows in front. A girl who was playing with a PSP under the table. “Hmph.” He thought to himself. “That’s rather disrespectful to the teacher” the irony not lost on him, as they were both starting teacher’s college.
But first impressions can be deceptive, as Anson would soon come to learn. Because there was something about Claudia that he couldn’t ignore. She wasn’t your average girl. She impressed him with her teamwork and leadership in class projects. He found all her quirks undeniably adorable and there was a strange correlation between her smile and his racing heartbeat. And before long.. there was no denying that he was smitten.
Claudia and Anson are one dynamic duo. They joined me in Yangshuo recently for their engagement shoot and I couldn’t have been more thrilled or honored to photograph their amazing relationship. There is a wonderful sweetness and innocence in their love for one another. Claudia seems made to fit in Anson’s arms. Anson can’t stop his fingers from caressing her hair. Combined with the stunning natural beauty of being in Yangshuo (one of the most romantic places I have ever seen, might I add!) it was the sort of day that made your heart burst with wonder. And I’m just the innocent bystander.
*sizzle sizzle*
Are they not just the cutest couple alive???? Claudia and Anson… sitting in a tree..!!
Those incredible carsts in Yangshuo.. I could not have asked for a more jaw-dropping backdrop..
I had to put this one in.. Anson is a complete riot to be around. Remember when I said they are so freaking cute?? Yeah, here they are sneezing in sync. IN SYNC for crying out loud. You guys are too much.
And once the sneezing fit is over.. they’re back to their gorgeous selves. See??
If you looked up the word “adorable” in the dictionary, this is the picture you’d see:
Quite possibly my most favorite set of photos EVER.
Eskimo kiss!!!
Rawr.
Claudia and Anson, thank you so much for choosing to share your day with me. There is not a shade of doubt in my mind that you two were meant for each other. I wish you both a lifetime of happiness
xoxo,
Eva
