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Vanessa, Don & Myles: Huntington Beach Family Session

October 27th, 2011

This was SUCH a fun session! This is one of my busiest times of the year and I just love working with families :) I shot Vanessa, Don, and Myles’ session at Central Park in Huntington Beach, which is such a beautiful location. Myles was a champ and was so sweet through the entire shoot. [...]

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This was SUCH a fun session! This is one of my busiest times of the year and I just love working with families :) I shot Vanessa, Don, and Myles’ session at Central Park in Huntington Beach, which is such a beautiful location. Myles was a champ and was so sweet through the entire shoot. Enjoy!

I love this tree!

How cute is this Santa hat?I love a little mistletoe!

Hee hee. Vanessa and Don weren’t sure if Myles would like hanging upside-down, but he seemed to enjoy it!

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Holiday Sessions!

October 23rd, 2011
 

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Cristie + Jeff: Buena Park Wedding

October 21st, 2011

If I could think of one word to describe Cristie + Jeff’s wedding day, it would be genuine. It was evident a lot of thoughtful planning went into making the day a reflection of not only their love, but the family and friends that came together to take part in the celebration. They were both [...]

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If I could think of one word to describe Cristie + Jeff’s wedding day, it would be genuine. It was evident a lot of thoughtful planning went into making the day a reflection of not only their love, but the family and friends that came together to take part in the celebration. They were both relaxed and happy throughout the day, and I was honored to be there to capture the day’s events. Congratulations, Cristie + Jeff!

Every bride should sparkle on her wedding day :)

If there was a contest for best ring holder, Cristie + Jeff would win. Hands down. (Ha!)

Jeff waiting to see Cristie…

The ceremony was beautiful and very personal to Cristie + Jeff and their family coming together.

Love the expressions in this photo :)

The reception was a great time! First dance:

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Moi!

October 10th, 2011

It’s a classic photographer pitfall: you get so busy shooting other people you never think or plan a session for yourself! I finally made time last weekend for my own photos. Many, MANY MANY thanks to the amazing, wonderful, magical Rachael Drootin, owner of Charmed Beauty, who made me look about a million times better [...]

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It’s a classic photographer pitfall: you get so busy shooting other people you never think or plan a session for yourself! I finally made time last weekend for my own photos. Many, MANY MANY thanks to the amazing, wonderful, magical Rachael Drootin, owner of Charmed Beauty, who made me look about a million times better than I do in every day life. I’ve said it to all my clients: having a great makeup artist not only makes you look like the very best version of yourself, but it also helps to give you an extra confidence boost in front of the camera.  I’m still trying to figure out a way to bribe Rachael to do this for me every day…

Many thanks also to my wonderful husband, who took these photos :)

Clearly, there was something going on to my right that was very intriguing…;)

A little quirky :)

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Tameka + Princess: Huntington Beach Mother Daughter Session

October 7th, 2011

A mother daughter session in Huntington Beach? Where do I sign? I’ve known Tameka for a few years now, and she’s just one of those people who bubbles over with life and personality. So I couldn’t wait to meet Princess, and of course she  was as fun and sweet as I had anticipated. Thanks for [...]

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A mother daughter session in Huntington Beach? Where do I sign? I’ve known Tameka for a few years now, and she’s just one of those people who bubbles over with life and personality. So I couldn’t wait to meet Princess, and of course she  was as fun and sweet as I had anticipated. Thanks for a great session!

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Cristie + Jeff: Downtown Fullerton Engagement Session

October 6th, 2011

What a fun session this was! Cristie + Jeff made the trek to downtown Fullerton for their engagement session. I love getting to know my clients before their wedding. In this case, their wedding is a little more than a week away! I can’t wait for the big day, Cristie + Jeff!
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What a fun session this was! Cristie + Jeff made the trek to downtown Fullerton for their engagement session. I love getting to know my clients before their wedding. In this case, their wedding is a little more than a week away! I can’t wait for the big day, Cristie + Jeff!

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Sneak Peeks!

October 2nd, 2011

Another busy weekend of shooting! A fun engagement session in downtown Fullerton and a fabulous mother / daughter session in Huntington Beach! More to come later this week :)

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Another busy weekend of shooting! A fun engagement session in downtown Fullerton and a fabulous mother / daughter session in Huntington Beach! More to come later this week :)

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Hank: Fullerton Newborn Session

October 1st, 2011

I took Hank’s newborn portraits when he was just 10 days old! What a cutie he is. Congratulations, Natasha + Chris!
How adorable is this hat?
I love creating the “sports shot!” Chris had a ton of sports equipment ready to go. Looks like this little guy is going to have a lot of options!
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I took Hank’s newborn portraits when he was just 10 days old! What a cutie he is. Congratulations, Natasha + Chris!

How adorable is this hat?

I love creating the “sports shot!” Chris had a ton of sports equipment ready to go. Looks like this little guy is going to have a lot of options!

How cute are these little cleats?

Let’s not forget about the rest of the family! Natasha + Chris say Dexter is very protective of Hank!

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Vanessa + David: Riverside Engagement Shoot

September 28th, 2011

Vanessa + David were so much fun at last weekend’s engagement shoot in Riverside! I just love shooting in cities, and I love clients that are as easy-going and sweet as Vanessa + David are a real treat to work with. I can’t wait to shoot their wedding in December!

Vanessa has such a perfect smile [...]

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Vanessa + David were so much fun at last weekend’s engagement shoot in Riverside! I just love shooting in cities, and I love clients that are as easy-going and sweet as Vanessa + David are a real treat to work with. I can’t wait to shoot their wedding in December!

Vanessa has such a perfect smile and such naturally twinkly eyes! 

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Victor, Maggie, Daniel & David: Long Beach Family Session

September 26th, 2011

Boy, I hit the jackpot with this family! We’ve actually known them for awhile – my husband and Victor went to school together, but didn’t figure out they were both living in California until a couple of years ago! Victor + Maggie are two of the sweetest people we know, and it sure looks like [...]

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Boy, I hit the jackpot with this family! We’ve actually known them for awhile – my husband and Victor went to school together, but didn’t figure out they were both living in California until a couple of years ago! Victor + Maggie are two of the sweetest people we know, and it sure looks like their adorable boys are following suit! They recently welcomed a new baby boy to their family and I was honored to capture David and the rest of the family!

Here’s the newest addition! He didn’t want to sleep, but I think the cute expressions captured were well worth it!

He’s already perfected the side-eye. Kids these days, they grow up so fast! ;)

I call this one, “Lemme out of the picture!”

Daniel was NOT afraid of the camera, if you can’t tell…;)

One of my favorites…just keepin’ it real! :) Thanks for a fantastic shoot, guys!