Orange County Engagement Photography: Alyssa + J.R.

I can't tell you how surprised & excited I was when my sister, Alyssa, called me last month and asked me "so... do you still want to be my matron of honor?"  Her boyfriend J.R. had just proposed!  It was such a sweet proposal story involving wine, flowers, George Strait, and the sun setting over Lake Havasu!  Alyssa and I had decided years and years ago that we would be each others' maids of honor.  Alyssa was my maid of honor nearly 4 years ago, and I am thrilled to be her matron of honor this fall.

Alyssa & J.R. - Congratulations on your engagement!  I can't wait to be there with you on your wedding day, and, when you're ready, for Avery to have cousins! ;)




Laughing shots make me happy!

My beautiful sister

Fullerton Engagement Photography: Diana + Cesar

I recently met up with Diana and Cesar for their engagement session.  I just love photographing former bridesmaids-turned-brides.  It's so much fun!  Both Diana and Cesar had fabulous outfits and just exuded style.  I love when my brides have a vision for exactly how they want to look, and go the extra length to make it happen.  Everything down to the Carlos Santana stilletos was perfect! 

Diana & Cesar - I had a great time with you guys and can't wait for your wedding! :)











P.S. Diana used this Salma Hayek ensemble as inpiration for her outfit ... and I definitely think Diana gave Salma a run for her money! ;)

(Image from instyle.com)

Torrance & Palos Verdes Engagement Session: Wendolyn + Dustin

I photographed Wendolyn and Dustin's engagement session this morning.  We got started in Torrance, outside at the store where they both worked together.  They met as co-workers, and spent long hours talking on the purple bench in front of the store.  I love that they wanted to start their engagement session at the place where their romance started!  We included their sweet rescue dog, Franklin, in the session.  Franklin was outstanding - he totally posed for me! ;)  After starting the engagement session in Torrance, we continued down the road to a fabulous field in the Palos Verdes Estates.  I just love the rustic glamour of shooting in a field, and rocking a little sun flare! :)

Wendolyn & Dustin - I had a great time with you this morning!  I can't wait to share your wedding day with you next month! :)

Santa Monica Engagement Session : Katy + Ryan

Right after the recent heavy rains, I met up with Katy and Ryan in Santa Monica for their engagement session. We got really lucky because after several days of rain, the weather was perfect!  It was cool and windy, and the clouds often diffused the light beautifully!  My couples sometimes ask me if their photographs will come out okay on an overcast day, and I love shooting on overcast day - it diffuses the light to help prevent shadows or squinting into the sun! :)

Katy and Ryan - Thank you for a fun engagement session! I had a blast with you guys, and absolutely can not wait to photograph your "Destiny" wedding in April! Have a wonderful Christmas with your families! :)







Doesn't Katy have AMAZING eyes?

Laguna Beach Engagement Session: Julia + Joey

When Julia and I started talking the location for her engagement session, she knew just the spot: the beach where Joey proposed to her. I love doing engagement sessions in sentimental locations. It makes the engagement session even more special when there are loving memories attached to the location.

I met up with Julia, Joey, and their two boys in Laguna Beach for a family-style engagement session. With promises of ice cream (mint chocolate chip for me please!), everyone cooperated and had a great time! Julia & Joey - I had a great time with you and loved getting to know your boys. Can't wait to be your wedding photographer next April! :)