This is going to be a long post, with lots of images so hang on tight 
To be honest, I’ve been looking forward to Will and Valerie’s wedding ever since they signed me a year ago. Don’t get me wrong – I’ve been fortunate that all my couples are wonderful people who appreciate what I do for them but as with all things, there are some who “click” (pardon the pun) more than others. I can’t really place a finger on it, but I’m guessing that the emphasis that Will and Valerie placed on their photography, and the faith they placed in me to deliver must’ve driven me to produce the images that I did on their wedding day.
I was really comfortable with them Will and Valerie albeit we hadn’t gotten to know each other really well. Will is British, and his warm and jovial character made him an instant hit in my books. Valerie, as her cousin described during her speech at dinner, has a good heart. Indeed she does! I can’t start to imagine her even getting slightly ticked off. Her effervescent smile constantly greets you at every corner and her good heart will reach out to you. Jyue Huey, who did her makeup at night, told me something about what Valerie did so that her mother-in-law could get her hair done tells me a lot about that “good heart”. How can you not work a little harder, climb a little higher or run a little faster for folks like that?
So with another amazing bunch of “heng dai” (just like in Gus and Ro’s case), and an equally fiesty bunch of bridesmaids, I experienced one of the funniest gatecrashes, interesting dinners and humourous banter throughout the day. For that, I’m going put up their highlights here on the blog with the banquet images on the next post. Enjoy the slides and images. It is one of those shoots that I exceeded even my own expectations - simply because Will and Valerie, like many of the couples that I’ve worked with, reaffirmed why I do what I chose to do. I’m now more determined to improve my craft, to work harder. Most of all, to shoot with the heart – a good heart, that is.
Seow Ping
March 11, 2009 at 4:41 pm //
Hi, I’m Valerie’s cousin. The one who gave the speech during her wedding and mommy of the 2 flower girls. Siu Ming told me about this web-site after he saw my photo.
Yu Hsin, the photos are really very well taken. Every single one is so full of emotions and expressions. Thank you so much.
And I’m really touched by your comments too.
Keep up the good work and more people will benefit from your skillful photography.
Jyue Huey
March 12, 2009 at 1:46 am //
The pictures are very beautifully nostalgic; good job!…. I am not one who look at blogs very often, But believe it or not I went to search for their pictures hoping you put them up?! Will and Valerie is one such couple like you said- reminds us of why we do what we chose. Thats what makes our days….on their wedding day. Thank you Will and Valerie
Jennifer
March 14, 2009 at 12:36 am //
Hi Yu Hsin, I am one of Val’s bridesmaids.I really love the pictures that you took for Will and Val. Cant wait to see the rest of the great shots….
Will & Valerie
March 20, 2009 at 2:38 am //
We just arrived back from another eventful banquet in Hong Kong. Our first thought was to look at our pics/slideshow because we received so much feedback from family & friends of how great the pics were. Having seen the slideshow, it really triggers our memory and emotions, and bringing back that special moment again…we know its true cos my (Will)tears were coming back again!! It’s true that pics speaks a thousand words. You capture the pics at the right moment which is truly astonishing. You’re simply the best..we’ll have you as our photographer anytime!!!
Nok
March 20, 2009 at 4:04 pm //
Congratulations again…. The photos are gorgeous! Sorry I couldn’t make it to your party in Asia due to work but am looking forward to your party in UK. All the best…
Jenn Liu
March 20, 2009 at 4:33 pm //
Great work, great wedding, great time. So glad so many of us made it from UK, it was a great occasion for me to reunite with my uni friends in a great place like Singapore.
Jenn
(Part of the heng dai party, travelled in from SH)
Eddie & Linyee
March 20, 2009 at 7:52 pm //
Congratulations Mr and Mrs Will!
Great pictures and looked a great day.
btw I’m framing the one with you crying
All the best for the future.
Leesan
March 21, 2009 at 3:43 am //
Pictures are fantastic and capture the spirit of the event just perfectly. Gar Wing and I had a great day and will remember it with fond memories.
Leesan
Catherine Quah
March 21, 2009 at 12:53 pm //
Hi Val & Will,
I had a great time.
Thank you for inviting me to witness your special moments.
You and Will are a perfect match.
May you both enjoy each other and have a beautiful life together with beautiful children.
Lots of love and happiness….
*Yu Hsin……… Good job!
Warm regards,
Catherine
Linda
March 21, 2009 at 11:41 pm //
Hi Val and Will
am disappointed that I can’t be at your HK wedding but hope I can make it for your UK wedding in June. The new chapter of life has just started and whatever issues or obstacles that might cross your path in future…always remember the handprints portrait…you’re never alone…your family will always be there to support you…and friends too. Enjoy the couplehood for now…until Will’s lil tigger dream cometh true. *wink wink*
Yu Hsin..you’ve probably heard tonnes of compliments for your work by now and I wish to add one more to that long list: You’re like a “writer” who can capture moments and translate them into a story that reaches out and warmth the hearts of those who viewed it. A successful “writer” is one who uses the heart to tell the story and from your work…one can tell that you’ve a good heart too. Thank you for bringing joy and fond memories to those viewers!
yuhsin
March 22, 2009 at 12:03 pm //
thank you, thank you everyone for such kind comments. I’m glad that in my small little ways, I was able to document Will and Valerie’s (and many other couples’) wedding day. As I always tell the couples I work with – it is them and their friends/families that define the day. I just click the shutter release button on the camera
Perilla
March 23, 2009 at 3:04 pm //
To Will & Val,
A Thousand of apologies that I couldnt be there to witness this beautiful moment – the first step to building your lives together as one.
Nonetheless, seeing the slideshow makes me feel that I was there….I think I would have cry buckets!! Hahahaha
Anyway, congrats to the both of you and here’s tonnes of blessings to a wonderful life ahead!
To Yuhsin: Great work and well captured moments!
PuRpLe
March 24, 2009 at 1:51 am //
To Will&Val:
I can take part in a touching … perfect … unforgettable wedding,
a blessing that we are once again bless you.
The picture is great~~~~~~~
pUrPlE
Petrina aka Val's cousin
March 25, 2009 at 6:31 pm //
Beautiful wedding…
Your photographs really capture the beauty of those treasured moments. Amazing.
yuhsin
March 27, 2009 at 11:03 pm //
thanks everyone