Élan Klein Photography

The Ethereal Bride

Thu, 31 Jan 2013 11:06:15 -0800

I had such a marvelous time up in California’s wine country shooting my beautiful friend and fellow photographer Megan while assisting my lovely friend Jen at one of her recent workshops. The epitome of grace, she moves as though she floats on air…. So excited to be traveling with her this spring!

Credits: Beauty styling by Jess Wilcox Hair + Makeup Artist | Additional Styling by Summer Watkins of Grey Likes Weddings | Dress by Jenny Packham | Florals by Fleurs de Fallon | Venue: Private Sonoma Estate

Favorite Spaces: Little Bear LA

Tue, 20 Nov 2012 08:37:40 -0800

Photos from one of my favorite local gems: Little Bear in DTLA. If you are a fan of Belgian brews or moules frites, a stop here is an absolute must. You can check out their mouthwatering offerings here.

I am grateful to live in such a vibrant, diverse, and unique city, and for all of the wonderful experiences living here affords us. I am so thankful for so many things this holiday, and I wish you and your loved ones a Thanksgiving full of laughter and warmth.

Miette: My favorite confectionery

Tue, 09 Oct 2012 10:56:00 -0700

During a recent trip up to the Bay, I made a point to visit Miette, my very favorite confectionery + pastry shop. Their macarons are otherworldly - if you find yourself in San Francisco, a quick stop at this darling sweet shop is a must!

La Belle Époque - A Gilded Styled Wedding Shoot

Thu, 04 Oct 2012 09:16:00 -0700

Beautiful bride Aude and her debonair husband Gilles are a such a splendid couple - it was a joy to witness how completely enamored they are with one another. Everything about this shoot was unspeakably pretty; the florals by the spectacularly talented Poppies & Posies team in particular were simply divine! In a word, everything about the day was Heavenly.

Très Romantique: Provençal Wedding Inspiration

Wed, 29 Aug 2012 06:00:23 -0700

I am utterly swooning over this impeccably styled Provence-inspired wedding shoot, organized by the amazing Jen Huang at her most recent workshop. Beautiful couple Jess and Brad just take my breath away. You might recognize this couple from their hollywood glamour styled engagement shoot - in case you missed it, be sure to take a peek at it here.

I’m headed up to the Bay area for an extended weekend full of weddings, family, and spectacular couples, and then will be popping over to wine country to spend time with wonderful friends and some of the most creative artists in the industry. Have a beautiful holiday!

Enchanting Garden

Wed, 08 Aug 2012 07:17:13 -0700

These images were shot during a lovely summer afternoon spent with family in our uncle’s garden - one of my very favorite spaces on earth. Our niece and nephew are quite the horticulturists, astonishing us with their knowledge of branch grafting and cultivation at age six!

Preview: Botany Lessons in the Garden

Tue, 07 Aug 2012 11:15:20 -0700

A quick preview of tomorrow’s blog post…

An Elegant Pasadena Wedding at the Athenaeum

Tue, 17 Jul 2012 08:59:32 -0700

I adore shooting film, and I absolutely love shooting alongside my friends. Occasionally - when I’m not busy photographing my own clients and personal projects - I’ll join friends and fellow photographers in covering some absolutely spectacular events.

So I was delighted when my wonderful friend Marvin Tsai invited me to second shoot this fabulous wedding at CalTech’s Athenaeum in Pasadena, CA with him! It was such a gorgeous event, and I’m thrilled to share a few of my favorite shots I captured throughout the day.

Be sure to visit Marvin’s blog and Elizabeth Anne Designs for more images from this dazzling wedding!

Independence Day

Wed, 04 Jul 2012 14:00:29 -0700

Happy 4th, everyone!

Summering in Paradise: A Malibu Styled Engagement Session

Wed, 27 Jun 2012 05:59:00 -0700

I am so smitten with this styled engagement shoot and its subtle nods to old Hollywood glamour. Make-up, Styling + Jewelry was provided by Jess, our gorgeous subject - a true talent and triple threat in every sense of the word! The location - a private estate nestled in the Malibu Canyons - was the site of a recent workshop organized and hosted by my incredible friend Jen Huang, and it couldn’t have been more spectacular. So much beauty….

Credits: Models: Jess & Brad | Venue: Private Estate, Malibu, CA | Make-Up & Hair: Jess Wilcox Hair + Make-Up Artist | Jewelry: Serene Stones Jewelry

All Aboard! A Weekend Family Outing to Travel Town

Tue, 19 Jun 2012 09:21:50 -0700

This adorable family outing to Travel Town, a vintage rail yard in Griffith Park, was such a joy to shoot. I can still hear their son’s little voice murmuring “choo choo” in awe as he approached each train…

Thy, Thine, Thou, Thoust - Merrymaking at the RenFaire

Tue, 12 Jun 2012 10:29:00 -0700

Did you catch this season of Game of Thrones? After hearing so much about it from really enthusiastic friends, I finally checked it out and now I’m completely hooked!

With all the talk of swords, kingdoms, ale and dragons (Khaleesi!) several friends and I decided to venture off to this year’s Renaissance Faire, which is held annually for several weeks in Irwindale. I must confess - we all ended up having waaaay more fun than any person should ever be willing to admit (and I’m sure the cider helped!). So much fun that I actually went back a second time to indulge in the merriment all over again!

The RenFaire was certainly a feast for the eyes….and my lens! I’m so glad I brought my camera with me…..whether I’m shooting film for client sessions or personal work, it always fills me with so much joy!

If you’d like to add any of the above images to your photographic collection, be sure to swing by ReForm School in Silverlake this Friday or Saturday (June 15 or 16). I’ll be there with the Black Lodge Collective for our Father’s Day Trunk Show. I’ll be offering Fine Art Prints and will have information on booking Family Lifestyle Sessions to surprise the Dads in your life. I can’t wait to see you there!

My wonderful friend Esther

Fri, 08 Jun 2012 06:00:14 -0700

This is my wonderful friend and fellow photographer Esther, of Esther Sun Photography (isn’t she absolutely gorg?!). Esther is such a delight and has such a great energy about her that you can’t help but have an amazing time when she’s around!

I’m shooting a wedding with Esther this weekend and another later this summer, and couldn’t be more thrilled! I feel so endlessly fortunate to be surrounded by such incredible and creative friends. ♥

Pre-Wedding Festivities at Kings Row Gastropub

Tue, 05 Jun 2012 10:59:08 -0700

I love pre-wedding parties. Not only are they a great excuse to get together with friends and loved ones, they are also fantastic way to extend the celebration and really do help to set the tone for the upcoming wedding festivities.

The night before their big day, couple Lindsey & Michael invited friends and family to join them at Kings Row GastroPub in Old Town Pasadena for some pre-wedding festivities. Between mugs of cider & craft beer and uproarious fits of laughter, party-goers arrived in waves to celebrate the couple and indulge in some seriously delicious pub fare.

Bride-to-be Lindsey sums it up in her own words:

We had a lot of friends visiting from out of town, including other countries, and we knew we wouldn’t be able to spend enough quality time with everyone at the actual wedding. Our pre-wedding-day-gathering was low-key and open-ended at Kings Row Gastropub, with people dropping in to say hi and catch up; combined with delicious craft beers and pub food, it was the perfect night.

The jubilant energy of the evening made it almost impossible to leave! If not for their wedding the next day, I suspect we would have closed the place down - it was so much fun! ♥

Effervescence

Fri, 01 Jun 2012 10:27:07 -0700

I love it when my brother accompanies me on my shoots - he is the best photo assistant! I can’t wait to spend time with him and my family this weekend.

REJOICE!

Fri, 25 May 2012 16:14:17 -0700

It’s a long weekend! Have a wonderful Memorial Day…

Happy Mother's Day...

Sat, 12 May 2012 09:42:36 -0700

I hope all you mamas (and especially my mama) have a spectacular Mother’s Day!

Mangia Bene! An Old Town Pasadena Wedding Rehearsal Dinner

Wed, 09 May 2012 11:57:00 -0700

After spending the afternoon rehearsing at the beautiful Los Angeles River Center, we made our way with Lindsey + Michael, the bride- and groom-to-be, to Il Fornaio in Old Town Pasadena for a lively rehearsal dinner.

Fueled by delicious food, great wine, and the best company, we joked and laughed our way through the entire meal, pausing only to listen to some touching toasts offered by couple-to-be-wed.

Lindsey, the bride-to-be, summed up the experience beautifully:

It was so powerful being surrounded by our nearest and dearest at the rehearsal and rehearsal dinner. It was the first time my dad and sister had been around our extended group of close friends, and it was heart-warming to see how everyone clicked immediately—within the first hour, my dad had already come up with a handful of catchphrases with Michael’s friends (“SUPERCHARGED!!”)! I couldn’t even get through my thank-you speech to my friends without crying; it was overwhelming to be on the brink of becoming our own baby family, surrounded by our chosen family, those who love us the most.

Everyone must feel this way about their own circle, but I seriously have the greatest friends on earth: we all laughed so hard that my ears were ringing as I left that evening! It was the perfect conclusion to an amazing afternoon, and I’m so glad I had the chance to document it. Be sure to visit our Facebook Album to see more photos from this hilarious evening.

I’m excited to share some photos from the following evening’s low key pre-wedding get-together, so be sure to check back soon!

A beautifully verdant Botanical Wedding Rehearsal

Thu, 03 May 2012 11:14:00 -0700

My dear friends Michael & Lindsey, whom you may recall from their Downtown Engagement Shoot, asked me to document their pre-wedding festivities. Lindsey was a vision after visiting DryBar and Blushington, and their excitement was palpable as we waited for all of the participants to arrive at the Los Angeles River Center for their rehearsal.

I am so glad that they asked me to shoot this beautiful time – in the hustle + bustle of the days leading up to a couple’s big day, sometimes smaller joyful moments get lost in the shuffle. I’m elated that they will both have these images to allow them to relive all of the celebration and laughter that epitomized this period in their lives.

Check back next week for the rehearsal dinner + pre-wedding get-together - I promise you, it will be worth it for the photo bombs alone!

Sneak Peek :♥: A Botanical Wedding Rehearsal

Wed, 02 May 2012 13:59:00 -0700

Be sure to check back tomorrow for a beautifully verdant SoCal wedding rehearsal…