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Moving On.

2011-06-13T11:28:00.001-07:00

My blog has been moved to a new place for a while. I was just too lazy to post it here.

http://enomooshiki.wordpress.com

Since my last post...

2010-12-11T10:35:00.000-08:00

Since my last post, I've been way too busy with school. I've neglected this blog for my other blog too. (if you haven't checked it out, http://enomooshiki.wordpress.com )

Here's another quick recap since my update.

-CSUN Photo Club's Photo Day-

Bunch of club members showed up to take pictures at Pasadena. It was fun. :)

-= CXLiVE =-

-= Tim Be Told =-

-= Shoot with Angela Choe =-

Beauty Shoots

2010-11-12T02:23:00.000-08:00

I've taken following shots for 'beauty shot' assignment.

The shoots were ton of fun and learned so much from it.

Thank you all who helped out. Appropriate credits below the each image.

Model: Vanessa Zuniga

MUA: Nicole Rofeim

Assistant: Lya Lim

Model: Tyler Kain

MUA: Amy Ha

Holga Adventure

2010-10-06T00:31:00.000-07:00

I've finally purchased my own Holga from Freestyle Photo store.

Since then, I've already ran through three films.

Here are few of my favorites, hope you like them.

[Freeway]

[connected]

[western rider]

[from 118w to 5s]

Lame post for August

2010-09-06T22:16:00.001-07:00

orry for posting a lame post.... here's 5 photos from August... sorry

My busy month of July.

2010-07-31T01:18:00.000-07:00

As you've noticed, I haven't updated for whole month of July. It's been a crazy month with many events and things happening. Here are few (well not few.. but ye) pictures to tell the story of July.

-=Sylvia and Anthony Wedding=-
Sylvia and Anthony got married on July 3rd at a beautiful Japanese Garden in Little Tokyo Los Angeles. It was just a blessing wedding and I was so happy to be their guest/friend/photographer.

Congratulation once again Sylvia And Anthony!!!!!!!!!

-=All Nations Church High School Graduation Service=-
High School students had graduation service in July 11th. Seniors took times to have a speech and moved on to college group (now our English Ministry)

-= Natura Bar in Los Angeles =-
My friend Matt ( http://www.mattatouille.com/ ) invited me to visit his friend's brand new juice bar.
The Natura Bar offers fresh Mexico style juices and ice creams that were very unique and delicious to my tongue. Fruits and Veggies were so fresh and ice creams were just delightful. My favorite drink was the "Choco Milk"

-= Visiting Getty Villa =-
My friend Bryan and I visited Getty Villa with our camera. This was my 2nd time visiting and I was just as amused as first time.

-= Creative Juice 2 =-
On July 17th, Creative Juice 2 was hosted by KACMedia.

-= CEF Summer Camp =-
I was given an opportunity to serve at CEF summer camp this year and I really had fun! Leading a group of elementary school kids isn't really my thing, but it was still a blessing and I met so many nice people.

-= ANC High School Summer Retreat =-
Once again, another retreat. I was so tired through out the retreat, I couldn't really take that many photos. Rather, I focused hard on getting some good group photos and kids seem to like em.

-= Simon Cho =-
Simon Cho is a Bronze Medalist, skating for team USA. He's also a Korean. I was invited to his small informal fan meeting to take few shots and have Korean bbq. If you ask me, that's a pretty sweet combination. Meeting new people and eating delicious food. LOVE IT!

Huntington Library - Private Photography Tutor

2010-06-25T01:12:00.000-07:00

My friend Julie was eager to learn the basics of photography since she bought a DSLR. After a long wait, we've took a journey to the Huntington Library ( http://www.huntington.org/ )

We talked about technical stuff such as shutter speed, aperature, and ISO. Then we moved onto composition and others.

I didn't take that many pictures, I just enjoyed what the place could offer. It was really hot day but the experience was just amazing.

2010-05-15 Los Angeles Vendy Award

2010-06-15T15:31:00.001-07:00

If you remember my old post about LA street food fest, you would understand that I was very skeptical about this event.

My good friend Matt invited me to Los Angeles Vendy Award. The event has a long history in the city of New York. The event was brought to Los Angeles to promote and help street vendors.

This event was very different from the disasterous LA Street Food Fest. It was smaller in scale, more organized, and pricey.

Yes, the entry fee might have been a turned off point for many people. But compared to LA Street Food Fest, it was well worth it. No waiting in line for one hour. No walking through thousands of people. Instead you pay the flat entrance fee and the food is included. Because it wasn't too crowded, you could actually have conversations with vendors and ask them questions.

I hope to see some changes in next LA Street Food Fest.

Photo shoot with Grace Skinner

2010-05-15T22:47:00.000-07:00

Grace helped me out with final assignment by being a great model!

Thank you so much!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Carnival - B&W Prints Scan

2010-05-13T00:25:00.000-07:00

This is the series I submitted as final assignment for my photography class. Art 350A

titled : Carnival

-How I got these shots-

I ran a 35mm film through a Holga without using a 35mm mask. The 35mm mask usually blocks off unnecessary lights so images can be exposed on the area between sprocket holes. By not using the 35mm mask, film will be exposed top to bottom.

- Misc. Stuff -

Camera : Holga 120N (thanks Veronica for letting me use her camera)

Film : Arista Premium 400 (which is re-branded Kodak Tri-X 400)

Dev. : Normal development

Print : printed on Arista Edu RC VC Pearl

California Poppy Flower! (late upload)

2010-05-13T00:22:00.000-07:00

On random Sunday (Apr 25) Jason, Hannah, Stephen, and I went on a California Poppy Flower trip. Even though I had terrible back pain that day, the scene was just.. beautiful.

CSUN Photo Club Presents : Bare

2010-04-27T00:30:00.001-07:00

CSUN photo club is hosting an exhibition with a theme of 'Bare'

On the same day of 'Bare' opening reception, at the big gallery, there was an opening reception for 2010 CSUN student art exhibition.

Tons of fun hanging out with photo club members and helping out hanging the art works.

Photo shoot with Robert Ryu

2010-04-25T00:56:00.001-07:00

I asked Robert if he could be my model for a class assignment. Robert and I worked together before and I really want to get a shot that we both really like. I saw this as an opportunity and got the followings.

Thank you so much Robert for your help! I hope you like the images.

You should check him out at http://www.RobertRyu.com

Keep Hope Alive - charity event at Pepperdine

2010-04-17T00:02:00.000-07:00

One out of three Filipino children is abused in many forms including sexual abuse and physical abuse. To help 'Hope Worldwide - Philippine' help those Filipino children in need, Pepperdine Asian Student Association brought "Keep Hope Alive", a benefit concert, to Pepperdine University campus amphitheater.

Keep hope alive is organized by Pepperdine Asian Student Association to bring awareness to Filipino Children who are victims of physical and sexual abuses. One out of every Three kids in Philippines are suffering from abuses yet there aren't enough care system to help these kids.

HOPE Worldwide Philippines focuses on helping those kids out by building treatment center for abused children. The Center of HOPE worldwide - Laguna offers short-term and long-term residential care for those kids. Furthermore, the center provides education to become socially functional by develeloping a sense of hope. Hope Worldwide Philippines also offers community programs, providing day care system and drop-in programs.

Even though concert was held at an amphitheater on a very cold night, many students came out to support the cause and listen to their favorite artists. Jennifer Chung, The Nehemiah Band, Clara Chung, and Gabe Bondoc performed for the night.

For more information about the cause please visit HOPE Worldwide-Philippines
http://www.hopeww.org/NetCommunity/Page.aspx?pid=323

Jennifer Chung
http://jenniferchung.com/

The Nehemiah Band
http://thenehemiahband.com/

Clara Chung
http://www.youtube.com/user/ClaraCMusic

Gabe Bondoc
http://www.youtube.com/user/gabebondoc

Santa Barbara Trip - Spring Break

2010-04-16T23:56:00.000-07:00

For my spring break, I decided to drive up to Santa Barbara to meet some friends and take few pictures. It was a long drive but well worth it.

I had good food at Free Bird. Visited Santa Barbara Mission. Drove around more and just enjoyed the day.

Charlotte's Dol (first birthday)

2010-04-16T23:49:00.000-07:00

I was asked to document the first birthday of Charlotte...

little did I know.. she was sucha cutie with loving parents who didn't hold back with decoration.

Pink.. pink.. more pink.

Jong Hyun and Chan Sook's Wedding

2010-04-16T23:36:00.000-07:00

On March 27th, 2010. Jong hyun and Chan Sook vowed to be husband and wife for life.

It was my very first official wedding yet I had so much fun instead being nervous.

The wedding was very short and sweet.

Delay

2010-04-15T23:13:00.001-07:00

Hello whoever's following my blog.

You might wonder why I haven't been updating my blog.. and you might think that I haven't been shooting anything.... or. you just don't care.

well the truth is, spring semester is coming to an end and there are many things to be done. I just don't have the time to update right now.

But I promise you, the update will come soon.

with many pictures

many... like 5... jk

so. I am sorry.

Angie Christina

2010-03-29T21:01:00.000-07:00

This is Angie. She helped me out with my class assignment by being a beautiful model for boring lighting assignment.

I had to return a favor by giving her a nice photo.

Thank you Angie! Hope to work with you in future AGAIN!

WonhoPhoto at Work

2010-03-28T23:50:00.000-07:00

Yesterday, I did my first official full wedding. If you ever wondered (and I am sure you never have) how I might looked like at work, this is a good example.

Thanks to my friend, who got me the gig in first place, took this picture for me. Thanks Vee.

Pictures from the wedding will come soon. woo hoo!

The Nehemiah Band at Newsong Irvine

2010-03-24T01:06:00.000-07:00

My relationship with The Nehemiah Band is special. We both appreciate what we do and love each others works.

I met them for the first time on June 21st, 2008 at my church's Summer Mission fundraiser concert. It was too easy to fall in love with their style of music and I followed them ever since. And if you listened to them, you will like them too.

Check out their website : www.thenehemiahband.com

Last weekend, they were performing for the premier of a movie called "1040" (a documentary movie revealing revivals that has been happening in Asia) at Newsong Irvine. I really wanted to go down and take some shots of their awesome performance.

The band waiting in Green Room. I love this group picture.

Praying before the show.

John Chong, about to rock them drums

The band starting with some praise songs.

DJ Descry, spinning.

John is famous for his stage performance.

Gilbert, the bass man.

Daniel, the 'do it all'

Mike, the leader. He likes to kiss the mic.

Kevin, the guitarist. He's just sexy.

Engagement shoot with Sylvia and Anthony

2010-03-14T12:39:00.001-07:00

After a great proposal on Santa Monica beach, the couple wanted to take some engagement photos at Getty Museum and UCLA.

Dealing with high noon sunlight was little tough, but I had tons of fun working with these two beautiful people.

Michelle Hanabusa

2010-03-10T23:33:00.000-08:00

I had an amazing shoot with Michelle Hanabusa at CSUN parking lot. Michelle is a figure skater and a graphic designer at University of Southern California. Whole shoot was some what of a impromptu but it went very well.

Thanks to my friends Jordan and Amy for helping out with the shoot, and to Billy who introduced me to Michelle.

March 4th - Walk Out for Better Public Education

2010-03-07T20:54:00.001-08:00

On March 4th, through out all over California, public school students, staff, and faculties took a stand for a better public education. As California continue to cute budgets for public educations, the future of good and affordable public education is going down the drain.

I took a stand and joined the rally and march at CSUN, and taking some pictures while at it.

Jason proposed to Hannah at USC

2010-02-20T12:11:00.000-08:00

When Jason asked me to be his groomsmen, I was honored. He made me feel like I am doing something right with my life.

As for proposing to his sweet girlfriend, Hannah (also my friend), he had pretty sweet plan.

Jason met Hannah at their school, University of Southern California, so he was planning to propose at the same spot where he met her for the first time.

Some of the bridal party members were hiding in a parking structure, waiting for the couple to come by. When Jason got on his knee and showed Hannah the BLING*** she said 'YES!'.

Then we all stormed out yelling and screaming!

Congratulation Jason and Hannah!

Anthony proposes to Sylvia on Valentine's Day~

2010-02-19T00:54:00.000-08:00

Anthony and Sylvia were already planning to get married. When the valentine's day was coming around the corner, Anthony asked me for a surprise photo shoot session.

He planned everything to propose to Sylvia during sunset at Santa Monica beach. I came out of nowhere to surprise Sylvia and took few snaps as if I was just there to 'document' their valentine's day date.

Little did she know, Anthony hid a RING in one of the gifts and went down on his knee.

She said YES!!!!!!!! Congratulation Anthony and Sylvia! I hope and pray that God will be the center of your relationship and that He will bless you two.

Los Angeles Street Food Fest - very first one, the FAIL

2010-02-17T22:13:00.000-08:00

The very first, Los Angeles Street Food Fest happend on Feb 13th, 2010. Like many people in Los Angeles, street food truck has been a trend for while now.

Some smart person decided bring all those trucks in to one place.

Result? From my experience, FAIL!

I had to wait 30-40 min to buy the ticket.
The ticket was $5 dollar and came with a small can of some random soda.
Once I got in, there were millions of people. Each truck, selling their popular items, had at least 50-100 people per truck.
Oh and, the foods were selling at a regular price.

It was just impossible to try many different trucks. Waiting in line like you would at an amusement park, didn't help the appetite. It just made me thirsty.

Sure, foods were good. But the whole experience wasn't pleasant and didn't make sesne.
Why did I have to wait so long, pay $5 just to get in, wait MORE, and pay regular price for food that I can get at any day?

I enjoyed looking through these pictures more than the food I had.

NEVER AGAIN! (unless, of course, they change how it runs)

Susan Kurland - amazing artist at CSUN

2010-02-14T23:16:00.001-08:00

I am very fortunate to have meet Susan in my "Print Making Class" last semester. She's very talented and is full with great artful ideas.

She asked me to take studio shots of her works for future catalogs and websites. I took my lighting gears and went to her house to photograph these beautiful works.

If you are interested in her works or wants to know more about her, let me know!

CeCi 2010 Catalogue shoot by JYU Photography

2010-01-20T23:38:00.000-08:00

I was visiting a photoshoot by JYU Photography for CeCi. Took few shots of what was going on.
Josh is a talented photographer and it's my honor to have him as my friend.

He had his Canon 5D tethered to Macbook Pro

Kruang Tedd Thai Cuisine - Review

2010-01-17T02:10:00.000-08:00

On a random Friday night, while my friends and I were trying to figure where to go, we decided to go to my favorite Thai place, "Sapp Coffee Shop" but we got there little late and found out that they are closed.

So we went to a place that one of our friends recommended.

Kruang Tedd Thai Cuisine aka. KT Thai was different than all the other Thai places I've been to. It was dark and quite small in my opinion. As soon as we got to the entrance, we noticed that there are Live Band! On Friday night, the night we went, a blues band was performing.

We were promptly seated while the band was getting ready for the night. It took few minutes to figure out what to order.

Jungle Curry (Top Left) - red curry, green bean, baby corn, and bamboo shoot.
It was nothing like a curry. Very watery. to the point that it almost looked like a Korean seafood dish 매운탕. Not to mention, it didn't have any strong flavor that I expect from every curry dish.

Spicy "Drunken" Noodle (Top Right) - pan fried flat noodles with fresh garlic, chillie, onions, basil, and peppers
This noodle indeed was spicy. Very spicy. The server didn't bother to ask us to choose the spiciness. :( It would've been a better dish if it didn't have so much garlic.

Pad Thai (Bottom Left) - Pad Thai tasted ok. The noodle was little undercooked though.

Chinese Broccoli with Pork - veggie was cooked perfectly and sauce was very gentle (not anything too strong) but again... too much garlic

Pros
- live music
- ok food
- beer deal
- live music

Cons
- parking
- bad food for the price

I wouldn't go back. Personally, I don't feel good when I have to pay high price for bad food. For now, I will stick to my favorite Thai Restaurant.. Sapp Coffee Shop

Los Angeles Downtown Art Walk with Help-Portrait LA Volunteers

2010-01-15T00:20:00.001-08:00

Some volunteers and friends from Help-Portrait Los Angeles gathered at Downtown Art Walk.

Because it was so crowded, it would've been if all the people who RSVP'd came out.
I noticed that Downtown Art Walk is becoming way too big/crowded. So crowded that it's almost dangerous. I saw more cops than ever, either walking or driving.

Visiting UC Irvine

2010-01-14T00:48:00.000-08:00

Drove down to UC Irvine to visit some people from church. I was hoping to take some pictures but the weather was yucky and couldn't get into the 'mode'

Still managed to take few.

Happy New Year - ANC College Group Retreat

2010-01-03T00:27:00.000-08:00

Happy New Year Everyone!
2009 was a challenging one, but I am just amazed how God uses hard situations to make me realize many things.
Thank You all for supports and prayers, WonhoPhoto will continue to grow and get better in year 2010.

I spent my last week of 2009 with beautiful people from ANC College Group at their retreat.
Had tons of fun taking pictures and preparing meals for them.

More Places

2009-12-26T23:00:00.000-08:00

Day after Christmas, I go out and take pictures.

For the longest time, I wanted to go up to Angeles National Forest and check out how it is after huge station fire that went on for months. Things got cleared up mostly, but still the horror from fires left behind. Saw few houses burnt down to the ground. It was heart breaking.

After the fire, Angeles Forest is officially closed to public. You can still drive on the road but you cannot step on or use national forest lands. Meaning, no hiking or anything that might disturb natural recovery of burned area.

This picture is very interesting. While the right part of this gate is all burnt, left side of the forest is all burnt. I have no idea what happend.

Read the sign.

After coming down from the mountain, I picked up Bryan and went to Pasadena.
Sun was setting over the 'suicide bridge'

That sign only applies to motor vehicles on bridge.

Lines, lines, more lines.

Merry Christmas

2009-12-25T10:31:00.001-08:00

Places I know

2009-12-19T22:09:00.000-08:00

Random Saturday Night, I drove out to take random pictures.
No plan, just took my camera and tripod.

Downtown lights turned into hearts.

I always wondered if there are people working on those offices with lights on.

Saturday or not, traffic on 110 never stops.

110 Freeway is always busy.

Silver Lake Reservoir is one of the place I wouldn't mind living in.

But the fast drivers scare me.

Wilshire + Vermont changed quite a bit since I came to America.
But that huge billboard always had some sort of alcoholic beverage on it.

LACMA lights. You've probably seen it before.

Help Portrait - Los Angeles

2009-12-12T23:35:00.000-08:00

On December 12th, 2009 many photographers gathered around world wide. To give back to community and people who are in need. They called it the Help - Portrait. Please go to www.help-portrait.com

I was lucky enough to volunteer at this amazing event and had tremendous fun and met so many great people. For Help-Portrait LA, we had total 6 stations, over 85 volunteers and 40+ individuals photographed. Despite having the worst weather for such event, everybody was so happy and excited about it.

I was in charge of station #2, which had a nicely decorated Christmas tree. As soon as I saw the tree, I wanted to experiment with customized bokeh.

To respect privacy of the participating families and individuals, I cannot post pictures of them. I can, however, post pictures of volunteers I took.

Enjoy.

Los Angeles Minus color

2009-12-11T00:57:00.001-08:00

Chris & Grace Wedding

2009-12-08T00:27:00.001-08:00

My good friends Chris and Grace are now ONE. I wasn't hired as the photographer, but I couldn't resist to take my camera and take few shots.

This is just one of my favorites. To see all the pictures, click HERE

Holiday Season is HERE!

2009-11-27T02:10:00.000-08:00

and it might be the time for your family to send out a family season greeting cards to people you care about.

Like last year, I am having a Holiday Card Special
(click the image to make it bigger)

Be The Difference - a benefit concert

2009-11-09T22:44:00.000-08:00

A benefit concert, Be The Difference was held at Hacienda Heights to raise fund for Glen A. Wilson High School

Many artists and local retailers came to support the cause and KACMedia was there to cover the meaningful event.

Fresh 2009

2009-10-14T23:52:00.001-07:00

A great opportunity came by, and I got to cover Fresh 2009. What an honor.

Got to take pictures of one of my favorite Christian music band, David Crowder Band.

As big as this event was, I met so many friends at the event. It was just amazing gathering of LA Christians.

Pasadena City Art Walk?

2009-10-10T00:07:00.001-07:00

What was supposed to be a night of enjoying art, turned into a movie night.

Pasadena City Art Walk required more walking than LA Downtown Art walk..

spent most of the time watching movie at $3 theater.

Couldn't take too many shots, but here are some.

Old shots from USC Track

2009-09-26T22:48:00.000-07:00

I took these shots while ago when I was visiting a friend at USC. She and her friend wanted to run at campus track, so I sat down and try to take as many interesting shots as possible without moving my butt with using just one lens (50mm 1.4). I failed. But please enjoy what I got.

All Nations Chapel 2009 Fall Retreat

2009-09-22T23:53:00.000-07:00

Another fun retreat with All Nations Chapel!

I couldn't be there the whole time, but it was awesome while I was there.

Our retreat must be the best. We eat, relax, have worship, have fellowship, and spend some quality time with the Lord. oh ye, and board games. :)

Lazy Update

2009-09-15T11:17:00.001-07:00

Lazy update, cuz I am lazy to update my blog every time there's something new.

beAc - euN - C Retreat !

Bowling Battle between, KACMedia, KTOWN213.com, and Kollaboration!

Kollaboration was the champion!

Clara Chung Music Video shoot at Griffith Park

and at Downtown!

the crew!

Random Griffith Observatory visit with Young-Eun kids!

since last post

2009-08-27T00:38:00.000-07:00

ANC High School Retreat "SOULED OUT!"

2009 ANC Jr. High Summer Retreat "IGNITE"

2009-07-28T02:44:00.000-07:00

I had so much fun at the retreat! and also blessed! It's always encouraging to see little kids worshiping the Lord.

Here are just few of my favorites!

A Quick Visit to Getty Villa

2009-07-18T21:04:00.000-07:00

I visited the Getty Villa, a lovely and amazing museum in Malibu, CA, for an extra credit. Didn't have the time to check it out thoroughly, but managed to take some pictures.

Enjoy

***all shots taken with Nikon D700 and 50mm f/1.4***

LA Downtown Art Walk - AGAIN!

2009-07-09T23:14:00.000-07:00

I had fun AGAIN at the LA Downtown Art Walk

took some shots

had fun with friends

had some good food

Rest of June

2009-07-02T21:34:00.001-07:00

I skipped rest of the June since my last post.
Sorry about that.

Things are not looking good financially for my family. My mom and I are just trying to be patient and pray this hard time through.

I would like to ask you guys to pray for my family. So that we, as a family, can get through this with God's guidance.

Alright. to pictures.

[ANCCG vs Church Everyday!!!!!]

[FREE MOVIE AT THE PARK! provided by the guy below.]
we watched The Kung Fu Panda

[ANC CED Graduation!]

That's all folks!

Quick Update : The Nehemiah Band

2009-06-15T17:07:00.001-07:00

Finally, here's The Nehemiah Band picture
more will come, but this is the first

A great christian band, rebuilding churches and faith through many great songs!
Check them out!

http://www.myspace.com/thenehemiahband
http://www.twitter.com/TheNehemiahBand
http://www.xanga.com/thenehemiahband
http://www.youtube.com/thenehemiahband

Restaurant Review : Rowdy Red (Wine & Burger Bar)

2009-06-03T23:20:00.000-07:00

Nominated for Downtown LA's "Best Burger" and "most afforadable Restaurant" by the Downtown News, Rowdy Red wine & burger bar will amaze your mouth and your wallet.

I was invited by my friend, Matt Kang, who's a well known food blogger among Los Angeles foodies (http://www.mattatouille.com/) to check out Rowdy Red. After I handed my car over to valet, Matt led me to escalater. I was expecting to go up, but instead, I was heading down.

Soon, I saw this wide open bar with other retail shops and restaurants (most fast food) around it. Rowdy Red definitely stood out for its style and vibe.

Free Run is one of their house wines.
2006 Free Run Merlot "Rutherford" $5 (glass)
2005 Free Run Cabernet "Rutherford" $12 (glass)

They offer Breakfast during busy mornings.
I did not try their breakfast, but according Matt, their pancake was pretty good.
Rowdy Red gets their Artisan hand roasted coffee beans from Peet's Coffee & Tea, located at Emeryville, CA

Matt and I weren't the only people there. The restaurant invited food bloggers and media personals to try their food.

We were quickly seated after sipping some good wines.
And the feast started.
PBR $2 (Can)

It started with onion rings, one of my FAVORITE fried food (well, I almost like anything fried).
I was so happy to see them. Golden Brown. Well cooked onions. Crunch batter. Dipped in, no other than classic Heinz Ketchup.

Onion Rings $2.25 (that's cheaper than Denny's)

French Fries were.. well, not the best. But I liked it. It is Fresh Hand Cut! It almost tasted like In-n-Out fries. But too much salt for my taste.

Fresh Hand Cut French Fries $1.90

Aren't those so cute? Those mini corndogs were amazing. If you like mini corndogs from big market freezer or other fast food restaurant, this will make you go NUTZ! The batter was sweet. Perfectly crunch outside, but doughy inside. Sausage inside wasn't too salty and it tasted so good with ketchup.

Mini Corn-dogs $3.25

Then, there was Spinach Artichoke Dip & Chips.
You might think you had better one at Chillis or whatevers, but this is just so good.
The salsa had pieces of jalapenos which I loved and added perfect amount of heat.

Spinach Artichoke Dip & Chips $4.85 (again, MUCH cheaper than any other chain restaurant)

Some people from the group ordered milkshakes.
Size? well, as big as other chain restaurants
Price?
Milkshakes $2.65 (that's right)
Vanilla, chocolate, strawberry, Oreo, chocolate peanut butter, peet's coffee

As our appetizer plates were showing their bottom, our entrees started to come out.
Veggie Burger $5.25
Lettuce/Tomato/Pickles/Special Sauce

This is what Matt ordered. Ahi Burger.
Fresh Ahi Tuna seared RARE/Ginger Wasabi Mayo/Asian Slaw
The fish is from 'Santa Monica Seafood, Santa Monica, CA) It is independently owned. (again, local)

Ahi Burger $11.95

This is my order. Mush Room Burger.
All burgers come from 100% all natural Angus beef. No hormones. No antibiotics. Verified origins. Vegetarian diet. Angus breed. certified humane from Blackfoot Valley Montana.
The mushrooms were sauteed perfectly and tasted soooo goooood!

Mushroom Burger $6.50 (Isn't that cheaper than the Island?)

This was Amy's (she was sitting right next to me) order. BBQ Cheeseburger.
Comes with housemade BBQ sauce/crispy bacon/crispy onion/tillamook cheese

that bacon is just so... appetizing to me.. I can't tell you how good it is, since I didn't try it.

BBQ Cheeseburger $7.25

I am NOT sure what this is, but I am guessing it's Turkey Club.
House roasted turkey/avocado/bacon/tomato/lettuce/mayo

Turkey Club $7.50

Everyone enjoyed their food and drinks. I was very glad to find out that they serve Coke Zero. $2

After I finished my coke, I found Strawberry Lemonade.
Now, some of you already know that I LOVE strawberry lemonade from Red Robins. The strawberry lemonade from Rowdy Red tops it.

Almost cup full of lemonade. Blended strawberry on top (forming a layer). and some raspberry on top of that!

I actually drank from way bottom and strawberry layer, separately. Lemonade.. mmm so good. Strawberry... so sweet. Mixed all together... heaven.

Strawberry Lemonade $2.75

We were all full.

But we had to order desserts.
Some ordered cookie but Matt and I ordered their soft serve sundae.
No, I didn't get the picture wrong. That IS the soft serve sundae. Big? yes.. just as big as milkshake. price? hahaha you'll be surprised

Soft serve Sundaes $2.50
chocolate syrup, ore's, m&m's

Rowdy Red is well balanced.
The food, drinks, and price.

I have already shown you some of the prices and how reasonable (or ridiculously cheap compare to other restaurants).

Here are the 'combos' on their menu.
#1 Classic burger/fries/fountain soda $8.70
#2 Classic burger/fries/milkshake $9.30
#3 Classic burger/fries/beer $8.90
#4 Classic burger/fries/glass of house wine $10.55

see what I mean?
oh ye, they also have huge TVs to watch games while you stuff yourself with great food and drinks

Rowdy Red Wine & Burger Bar is located at

505 Flower Street
Los Angeles CA 90071

Open M-F 7:30am - 7pm
Reservations only available for large parties
call 213.627.5511

Congrats Veronica~!

2009-05-31T22:52:00.000-07:00

My good friend, Veronica Han, just graduated from Cal State Long Beach!
She's amazing at graphic design. If you need something to design, go to her!

She invited her friends for a nice BBQ at her place.

Inspire '09

2009-05-25T01:33:00.000-07:00

Inspire is a non-profit organization that provides great place for Christian artists to perform and share their passion for music.

They had their 2nd event. Every event they have focused to bring awareness to current event. This year, it was about human trafficking.

I tried something that I have never tried before.
D90 + 70-200mm f/2.8 => Right Shoulder
D700 + 24-60mm f/2.8 => Left Shoulder
Hauling both cameras and lenses much more convinient since I didn't have to switch lenses all the time. But the weights were getting to me after about 2 hours.
Most of the shots were taken with D90. again, showing how great the camera is. It performed very well, just as good as my D700.

All Nations Chapel 2009 Spring Retreat

2009-05-11T11:54:00.001-07:00

New Self-Portrait

2009-05-08T23:52:00.000-07:00

I am a guy who usually smiles and love to make people smile and laugh. But, when I am alone.. I am serious.. deep thinker.. sometimes I think way too much. When I look at myself in the mirror, this is face I get. I don’t smile. Since I am not with people.

That’s me. A side that many people don’t see. Or rarely do.

I am sorry, I am late.

2009-05-03T22:44:00.000-07:00

Sorry. I am late.
I've been very busy with school and KACMedia. Also stressed with some other stuff.
My family is suffering so much from financial difficulties.

The semester is almost over, but I got finals and projects to finish.

I have other pictures too, but I am lazy to post them all. So, here are the latest.
My friend David graduated from Pepperdine University and got engaged the day before with my other friend, Christine Yi.. Congrats!

2009 April LA Downtown Art Walk

2009-04-11T13:44:00.000-07:00

LA Downtown Art Walk is the place to be if you love ARTs.
So many things to see, learn, and eat.

Bday gathering a Zuma

2009-04-05T21:36:00.000-07:00

went to zuma for friends' birthday gathering

I couldn't stay for long, but I enjoyed it very much

My foot was enjoying the PCH very much.

Tiffany, the birthday girl, was so good at flying kite. :)

Isn't that Tatto so cool?

I had more pictures since last post, but.. i am lazy.

Busy Saturday

2009-03-31T00:00:00.001-07:00

Last Saturday was... well.. very tiring.
7 hours of taking photos ..
covering three events..
with my trust worthy D90

Water Polo CSUN vs. Pacific
It was my first time shooting Water Polo.. it was very fun and exciting
I wouldn't say it was hard, since the pool is small and all the actions happen about the same place.

After Water Polo, I walked up north to the baseball field
CSUN vs. UCSB
it was also my first time shooting baseball.
I didn't get too creative, just because I wanted to get some 'safe' shots first
It was a very fun game

Then, after all the school events, I drove up to sylmar for an opening of the Tia Chucha.. a book store that is more than just a bookstore..
Tia Chucha was re-located into this new place, so they were having a ceremonial party.

many people gathered around to support this wonderful place that has been great place for community to take part of

quick pictures

2009-03-29T01:55:00.000-07:00

A quick upload before a huge update!
I took my camera to school.. and took good number of pictures..
for a self given project called "Tight View"
You will see them ... not any time soon :)
but you can meet my two classmates

and of course, KAC people
so many March babies!!

Oh ye! 200 HOURS completed!!! hahaha got a certificate and everything :)
Andy and Brian expressing their love for each other...