This Valentine's Day, I Wish You Love! - Los Angeles Fine Art Photographer

Most, if not all, love relationships start out beautifully. Sweet romance, and deadly attraction are some sample words that came to my mind. :D

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What may be unbeknown to some is that love relationships, just like life, have their own stages. If you’ve lived long enough, you will see darkness in life. Similarly, if you’ve loved long enough, you will experience doubt, frustration and/or anger (not all inclusive, and not necessarily in that order) associated with the many stages involved.

Maybe you are lucky and haven’t felt the way the penguin in the below image feels. And maybe you are not a penguin. Nonetheless, I wish you love on this Valentine’s Day. As the late Leo Buscaglia puts it, "No one gets out of this world alive, so the time to live, learn, care, share, celebrate, and love is now."

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In the name of love, I’d also like to share some parting words, stealing from Leo Buscaglia:”A loving relationship is one in which the loved one is free to be himself - to laugh with me, but never at me; to cry with me, but never because of me; to love life, to love himself, to love being loved. Such a relationship is based upon freedom and can never grow in a jealous heart.”

Now, go love, be loved, share and spread love. Now!

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May Your Heart be Filled with Songs of Joy - Jean Huang Photography

How do you say "my heart is full" in English?

It's that time of the year and I have so much to say to you that I'm tongue-twisted and word-stuck.  I am lucky to be surrounded by nice souls and great spirits.  And I continued to be blessed this year.

Earlier this year, I had my first photography exhibition.  One thing leading to another, I started participating in international photography contests and winning awards.  Some of my winning work even brought me to Europe.  And there, my luck continued and now I have a sister in Barcelona and a mommie in Málaga, Spain.  Before the year ended, I had my second exhibition in the US.  And it all began when I started working with MR (yes, he's a mister).  He may not know it, I think he's an Angel. :-)

I am not about bragging accomplishments but about expressing gratitude.  My path this year has been strung by people that we are lucky to call friends/family/clients when the lines among these identifications are blurred.

In the harsh conditions of Morocco (both physically and mentally), we had the pleasure of getting to know Ali and Ali.  No, they are not related.  They don't even know each other.  But they both happen to be Berbers.  I will write about them in my stories later.  If not, please remind me.  But you have to specify which Ali in your request. :p

Spain, oh, Spain.  What can I say?  We went to Spain twice this year, intentionally and unintentionally.  I once said that although lacking art and history that rivals those of my beloved Italy, I'd go back to Spain again for its food and flamenco.  What I failed to mention is that her people would be right up there with food and flamenco.  Thanks to my sister Vannessa, Sevilla has a special place in our hearts.  And in the least expected city that's home to the ancient Iberian archaeological remains, David won Spain a star.  And Marc, the deep voice that led us successfully to where there's no more road and people drink wine for breakfast.  Your carquinyolis was not only good for the road, but also for when we are back to the US.

My Assistante, the one that's always there in the background, and some times just being the background.  Thank you for being there with me, whether it being the driving trips where I give directions (and criticisms on your driving skills) or the sickness in the family.  I know you've got my back.

Last but not least, my incredible support group that tirelessly read my stories and give encouragement.  You know who you are.  I've personally thanked you and I want to thank you again for being there when I struggle to grow since I started this creative journey many years ago.

I wish you a warm and memorable celebration with the ones that you most care about.  And safe trips when you are treading snows and fighting winds. 

Happy holidays!

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I've Gone to the End of the World and Back - Los Angeles Travel Photographer

Guess, guess where this is.  Some call it the end of the world.  Others, the ones that consider themselves lucky to land on this piece of land, regard it "other worldly".

I can't wait to share the images from this trip and here is the first of many to come:  

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