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Wei Jie + SamanthaJW Marriott South Beach Singapore

PG. Mike Chen Photography
VG. Takashiwai Film
MUA. The Make Up Room
Gown. The Proposal Bridal
Flowers. Sing See Soon Floral & Landscape Pte Ltd
Planner. Chère: Weddings & Events & Smitten Occasions
Getting Ready Hotel. St. Regis Hotels & Resorts
Banquet Hotel. JW Marriott Hotel Singapore South Beach

After countless postponing over a period of 2 years and they even shifted their wedding date from a Saturday to Friday so that all their fav vendors will be available, their wedding is finally here!!!
I was talking to Takashiwai Film that I was shooting at JW Marriott quite a number of times in the past few months. Not sure what else can I create for Wei Jie & Samantha but the beauty of JW Marriott never fail to impress me repeatedly.
Here we go with these magical shots for their magical wedding.

I especially love the images of them dancing under the starry night. An image that is truly and uniquely theirs.




Masahiro + YitingTrue Way Presbyterian Church

Photographer. Mike Chen
VG. Adrian C Cinematography
Make Up Artist. Susan MUA
Gown. Divine Brides
Floral. Happyfloralsg
Church Venue. True Way Presbyterian Church
Live Stream. Eaglelasticproductions
Music By: Holley Maher

I want image colours that look true and won’t expire in years because your moments won’t expire.

A smile is the best makeup any girl can wear. Ok ok, Susan did a fantastic job as well.
So Mike, how are weddings nowadays without banquets? Well, nothing changes.. You just got to hire me!
Congratulation Masahiro & Yiting! Your wedding is simple and beautiful!
Thank you for having me capture this important day. Faith makes all things possible.

Love makes all things easy. Everlasting blessings and love for your marriage!



Adam + Jenny

I promise I didn’t make them laugh like crazy… hahaha,

So this is the first time I have the chance to shoot inside the national gallery and hey, this place is really handsome. Haha, I think it a he instead of she. We had lots of fun and created tons of images! I love this location as it is air-con, the fact that the light falls in through the magnificent glass door even on a rainy day, and also the clean background.

PG. Mike Chen Photography
Gown. Digio Bridal
MUA. Tera Makeup Artist
Flowers. 85 Flowers
Location. National Gallery Singapore
Seletar North Link
Jurong Lake Gardens
Music by. Shaylee Simeone feat. Tim Halperin

 

Shane + Lynette

I was blessed with amazing light, lush greens, clean beach and super interaction with these two amazing human!!
Can’t ask for more!!!

You know MUA is one of the most important element and I think Ladyy Claire totally nailed it!

PG. Mike Chen Photography
MUA. Ladyy Claire
Flowers. 85 Flowers
Location. Coney Island
Music by. Meiko

Andrew + Eva

Eva loves my images so much and she was so upset when she came to know that I was booked for her wedding day.

She even waited and hope that the other couple will postpone so they can proceed with their booking.

It truly touches my heart to know that my images craved such a great impact. Thank you so so much for having me as your pre-wedding photographer instead.

The skies were extremely grey and that was just 10 mins before their pre-wedding.

I was so worried about the downpour will but we were extremely blessed!
We were greeted by soft flat light at the start of the shoot and a tint of golden light at the end of the shoot.

Can’t ask for more!

Gown. Digio
Venue. Coney Island
Music by. Modern Aquatic

Jeroen + LizbethCapella Singapore

Photographer . Mike Chen
Make Up Artist. Monona Monisha
Gown. Teresa Valentine
Floral. Petal Weddings
Church Venue. Capella Singapore – Sentosa Island
Live Stream. Kactus Singapore
Music By: Niklas Paschburg

2021 weddings are really different from the past. Be it good or bad, love never cancel. Intimate weddings are the way to go. In fact, there will be more time to enjoy your wedding day now!

When Lizzie asked me am I familiar with Capella Singapore as they would like to hold their ceremony and love to take some gorgeous images around Capella. My answer to them was YES!

Upon reaching, while I was looking for their room number it was not the standard 101, 201, or 301. It was Villa 1. So I went to the concierge and was brought to Villa 1 via a buggy. The light and the view at Villa 1 was so amazing! From then on, I told myself actually I don’t know Capella well. lol..

Long story short, we had bridal preparation, first look, couple photos, ceremony, post-ceremony photos all done within Capella Singapore. Their wedding was nothing short of amazing!

Lizzie, now you have married your best friend and I wish you both an everlasting lifelong relationship and happily ever after!

 

Shi Jie + GwendolynThe St. Regis Singapore + Alcove at Caldwell House

Photographer . Mike Chen
VG: Takashiwai Film
Make Up Artist. Autelier Makeup – Sarah Lee
Gown. CCM Wedding
Floral. JM Floral
Stylish. WULALA
Planner. Holy Moly
Band. Sparkle Live Music
JPO, Dr Zenon Teh
Solemnization Venue. Alcove at Caldwell House
Banquet Venue. The St. Regis Singapore
Music By: Kodaline

Here are the exact words Shi Jie told Gwen during their solemnization.
It is always nice to hear heartfelt vow with zero plagiarism.

“I know I don’t usually express or talk about how I feel.
Maybe even causing you to break your back by carry on our conversations
but I want you to know even when I am quiet and not talking much,
I really love you very very much.
More importantly, I promise I will treat your family just like mine and
I promise I will always always love you.
Thank you for loving me, I love you Gwen.”



Tin Yau + ClaireRaffles Hotel Singapore

Photographer . Mike Chen
Make Up Artist. Shino Makeup & Hairstyling
Gown. Kelly’s Bridals – Amsale
Floral. Veronicasflorist
Church Venue. Raffles Hotel Singapore
Music. Holley Maher

Claire!
A bride within a class of her own! When I saw her on the wedding day, in my heart goes wow! First time shooting at Raffles Hotel Singapore and this place are just full of surprises! Every corner is perfect for making images!

Gerald + Wen YunGrand Copthorne Waterfront + Paya Lebar Methodist

 Photographer . Mike Chen
VG: Adrian C Cinematography
Make Up Artist. Cocoon Makeup – Hisa
Gown. Bluebay Wedding
Suit. The Flamingo
Floral. Fleur De Joy / Flowers & Design
Church Venue. Paya Lebar Methodist
Banquet Venue. Grand Copthorne Waterfront
Music By: Johnny Stimson & Gisel

There were overwhelming love and joy at Gerald & Wen Yun wedding!
Feeling blessed to be their photographer!
I hope that every day you two spend together is as blissful and love-filled as possible.

Will Serge + Leanna

Photographer . Mike Chen
Make Up Artist. Charlane Yu
Gown. BHLDN
Music By: Jordan Critz

There is no UNSUCK filter in post processing. The photo is either good, or it’s not. Post Processing won’t make a crappy images look good.
I always shoot it right in camera with minimal post processing to make your wedding images True and Timeless.
Trend and style come and go away, you wouldn’t want your images to look expired in 3-5 years down the road.

In this shoot, I concentrate much on the light and composition but there is one most powerful element in there; their love and interaction.

Here we have Will Serge + Leanna all the way from Chicago, thank you for choosing me and forming this friendship.
They are such a lovely and amazing couple, they were together since their college days and that was an amazing 8 years till now!

Believe it or not, I didn’t really been to or notice this part of the Fort Canning Park and when we had a walk there I was totally blown away with the places and the light I saw.






Zhun Chong + Siwen

Photographer . Mike Chen
Music By: Jordan Critz

Be with someone who makes you laugh.
Someone who always tell the truth and support your dreams.
Someone who loves you for who you are and wants to be with you.

I totally love this series!
I have never been here before and when Siwen suggested this area, I was like – LET’s GO!
We roamed into the back alleys, searching for light and composition, tons of laughter generated, left footprints and great memories formed.


 

Farley + BeverlyMandarin Orchard Singapore

Photographer . Mike Chen
VG: Takashiwai Film
Make Up Artist. Cale Chew
Gown. The Gown Connoisseur
Floral: 85 Flowers
Venue. Our Lady Queen of Peace
Venue. Mandarin Orchard Singapore
Music By: Hillsong Young & Free

I want to photograph a wedding, a story that touches your heart.
That good vibe that lasted from dawn to dusk.
Nothing was pretentious.

Let’s take a breath and scroll down this beautiful love story.

Raymond + Yi TongShalom Baptist Chapel

Photographer . Mike Chen
Make Up Artist. The Little Brush
Gown. Truly Enamoured
Decoration. Flower Matters
Venue. Shalom Baptist Chapel
Hand Bouquet. Flower Matters
Music By: Hillsong

There is no UNSUCK filter in post processing. The photo is either good, or it’s not. Post Processing won’t make a crappy images look good.
I always shoot it right in camera with minimal post processing to make you wedding images true and timeless.

You know, every wedding has a unique story to tell and unfold.
Some ask me why are there so much feel when they look at my pictures. To be true to you, not all weddings are the same.
I am just like a chef, that great chef who picks up great ingredients (moments), put them in the wok and cook to my liking (post process). This dish might be awarded Michelin star but it might just be normal to some. There is always a higher mountain than the others and that is why I never thought of competing but constantly improving myself to be better than yesterday.

I am blessed to have Raymond & Yi Tong for their pre wedding as well as their actual day wedding.
See their Pre Wedding images here –>> CLICK HERE!!

That feel is unbelievable amazing. Now I know Raymond sings like a champion and Yi Tong can tears more easily than I thought!

 
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