Temecula Model Shoot

Every now and then, I join up with a group photographer photoshoot to socialize and tune-up my photography skills.  I recently participated in the Wine Country Shoot on a gorgeous private property in Temecula, CA.  I really enjoyed getting together with all the photograhers and models, and thank Nikki Evans for setting it all up!

Credits:
Organizer and Set Design: Nikki Evans
Location: Dave Perez
Hair: Crystal Roberts
Make-Up: Kimberly Braglone
Flowers: Rebecca Castillo Flores
Hair Creations: Bows N Berries (Heather Molina)
Dresses: La Boutique Consignments (Eve Faulkner)
Models: Alex Cranmer, Megan Bibbo, Devon Marie Ligus, Chris Rix, Alicia Prime Main, Brandon and Goraleski

Here are a few favorites:

Marina Del Rey Newborn Photography: Ava

I've always loved photographing newborns, and it's even more special now that I have my own on the way.  I recently had the chance to visit my friends and their 15 day old baby, Ava Penelope.  Ava is such a beautiful baby, and was a pleasure to photograph.  I also really enjoyed hearing her birth story, and what it had been like at that time for Maggie to have a 15 day old baby!  I absorb as much as I can from as many people as I can! :) 

It's too bad this first image doesn't have a soundtrack.  Can you imagine what it would sound like? :)

Long Beach Wedding Photography: Julia + Joey

I recently had the opportunity to photograph Julia and Joey as they committed their lives to each other.  The ceremony was at All Saints Anglican Church, followed by a reception at the Skylinks Golf Course banquet hall, both in Long Beach.  It was a special day filled with their friends and family, and lots and lots of kiddos.  I think their sons really enjoyed the day; it was a special day to celebrate with  their mom and dad!

Julia and Joey - Thank you for asking me to photograph your wedding!  It was an absolute pleasure, and I hope you had an amazing time afterwards on your cruise to Mexico!




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There's nothing like a good, messy cake cutting :)

If you know Julia & Joey, you can click here to view or purchase prints from their wedding!

Electra Cruises Wedding Photography: Katy + Ryan

It was such an unexpected pleasure when Katy contacted me through my website last year, asking about wedding photography.  Katy and my sister were in Girl Scouts together for years, and our moms still play bunko together every month.  I really enjoyed getting to know Katy and Ryan and spending time with them at their engagement session & wedding.  The wedding was extra-special because it was the same Electra Cruises yacht that I was married on!

Katy & Ryan both got ready at the gorgeous Huntington Beach Hyatt, which, incidentally, has fabulous lemondade!  I got there a little early, and before I met up with Katy, I spent some time at a summery outdoor cafe table sipping lemonade. 


When the Huntington Beach Hyatt sends up champagne and strawberries, it's not JUST champagne and strawberries!

Oh how I love First Looks!







After the ceremony, everyone danced the night away!
If you know Katy and Ryan, you can click here to check out all their wedding photographs!