About Andy

Who is Andy?

Hello, I’m Andy, a photographer who loves capturing the love between two people. My journey with photography began in my teenage years when I fell deeply in love with the art form. Now, in my 30s, I’ve been professionally capturing moments for over a decade.

In my teens, I was an absolute romance movie enthusiast. Growing up with Richard Linklater’s Before Trilogy, and other favorites like If Only, The Notebook, and Midnight in Paris, I spent my youth immersed in these films. Their influence inspired me to travel to the actual filming locations and capture their essence through my lens. This passion led me to pursue photography more seriously as I entered my 20s.

Favorite Movies:

  • Before Sunrise, Before Sunset, Before Midnight (Before Trilogy)

  • If Only

  • The Notebook

  • Midnight in Paris

My Travels in My 20s:

  • Traveled to 31 countries and 172 cities

  • Completed the 800km Santiago de Compostela pilgrimage in December 2012

  • Aurora tour in Tromsø, Norway in February 2013

  • Milky Way tour in the Sahara Desert in April 2013

  • Crossed 9 Mediterranean countries on a motorcycle in May 2013

Career Path:

  • February 2014 - October 2016: Wedding Photographer in Seoul

  • February 2017 - February 2020: Snap Photographer in Hawaii

  • April 2021 - Present: Wedding Photographer based in Los Angeles

Starting My Career as a Photographer:

After a year of traveling and living abroad, I returned to Korea in 2014 and started working as an assistant at one of the most renowned wedding studios. This experience was invaluable, teaching me how to create a comfortable atmosphere for clients, making them feel at ease in front of the camera, and capturing their natural smiles.

My Experience and Strengths:

The most important aspect of portrait photography is making people feel comfortable.I learned this skill at the first studio I worked at, where I helped couples feel at ease and naturally smile. Being in front of a camera can be intimidating, especially when photographed by a stranger.I am dedicated to capturing every joyful moment of a couple’s happiest day, a skill honed over 10 years of consistent effort. I will continue to strive to make couples’ most awkward moments appear as their happiest.

What I Hope from My Clients:

  • If you choose me as your photographer, I hope we can work together to make your moments even more special.

  • I believe in the importance of collaborating to create better photos and happier memories.

Final Words:

I don’t see our interaction as a one-time encounter. I aim to provide a comfortable and satisfying service throughout the process, ensuring that your memories remain as beautiful as the photographs.

My Team:

I am not alone; I have a team of dedicated professionals who work with me. We also handle video projects and have a second photographer to provide different perspectives. These are trusted colleagues with whom I have collaborated multiple times, ensuring that we capture your special moments perfectly.