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Welcome to Paul Kim Photography!

Hello, and welcome to the home of Paul Kim Photography.  I am a lifestyle documentary photographer based out of the DC metro area and available for commissioned assignments stateside or abroad.

As for my approach, I look to merge the individual with their environmental elements such that an accurate portrayal of the individual may be captured.  I believe that using God-given natural light is glorious and uncomparable. And with all said elements in place, my ultimate purpose is to engage the person with the camera, and to re-engage them later through their inspiring photographs.  I have been a witness to much and these photographs are my testament to moments of love, triumph, individualism, and the beginnings of stories that never end. 

Take some time to explore the blogsite, view the moments seen through my vantage point, and marinate in the stories of the people I photograph.  And as you're here perusing, don't be a stranger and feel free to leave your thoughts via those comment boxes below. Thanks for visiting and enjoy!

Monthly Archives: March 2009

Las Fallas

In early March, the streets of Valencia are popping with fireworks around the clock as the city is amping for Las Fallas. Las Fallas, a festival which is held from 13th to 19th of March, revolves around creations of paper mache, wood and wax, which the Valencians, divided into different groups according to quarters or...

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Tapas + Flamenco

While in Valencia, a few of us took to the night and ventured out to Casa Montana for some of the best tapas in Spain. Some of the featured mouth-watering tapas included jamon, sauteed mussels, roasted eggplant, red peppers stuffed with tuna, chorizo, and sardinas.
We wrapped up the night with an awesome performance by...

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Valencia, Spain

Just a quick update of my first trip segment in Valencia, Spain. Ventured out to the beaches to find the world-famous Valencian Paella, but instead came upon much more… great individuals with fascinating tales and life stories. While it’s hard to encapsulate their testimonies into a photo or two, I’m grateful to them...

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Barcelona, Spain

My travels in Europe took me to Barcelona for three days of roaming in this beautiful city. Haven’t been able to process many of my images so far, but here are a few shots of the cityscape from my hotel rooftop and of Gaudi’s architectural creations.

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Hye Hyun & Chang Sik – Wedding Session

Location(s) :: Northern Virginia
Date(s) :: January 2009
Church: St. Paul Chung Catholic Church, Reception: Hyatt Hotel at Reston, Cake: Ace of Cakes.
Once again, I had the great pleasure to second shoot for Hyon Smith, floating around quietly sniping away on the moments of the day. This truly is the what I love about wedding photography....

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