They say, "the family that plays together, stays together." If that is true, this family will be hanging together for a really long time! Mom and dad[...]
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Based on color authority Pantone®‘s Fall & Winter color report for 2019-2020 fashions, these inspiration ideas will help you plan outfits for yo[...]
When Charlotte arrived at Martini Ranch and saw Hope, her eyes got big and wide and her jaw dropped. "Is that a real life unicorn?" she asked. I look[...]
I do realize it's February now. But my birthday is on the 31st of January, and that's when I often do things like reflecting on the past year, making[...]
Sometimes the stars align and you're lucky enough to have perfect weather, a nearly empty gorgeous Mission, glorious light and perfectly styled & [...]
So... I didn't offer Halloween mini sessions this year because time (and life) just got away from me. But when a friend told me about her idea to dres[...]
It was time to update photos for this lovely family! They came to me three years ago, when their oldest daughter was the age their youngest daughter i[...]
I can't think of a better reason to document a moment in time than that of getting a new puppy. Because what could be cuter than a newly adopted puppy[...]
This dreamy family contacted me recently - mom wanted a session with her girls in their new home. Well, 3 years they've lived here now and wanted an u[...]
I met Christin this summer through a mutual love of ours - horses! She's an amazing land developer/contractor who designs fabulous equestrian properti[...]
I LOVE reconnecting with childhood friends, and photos are the perfect opportunity to do so! Mom in this family was best friends with my little sister[...]
This lovely family has a beautiful new space to celebrate! Most of you know my favorite sessions involve some sort of furry four-legged friends and th[...]
Many of you remember the big white tents that dominated the skyline where the 405 freeway meets the 5 in Irvine last year. And many of you were fortun[...]
I had the pleasure of capturing this family's first portrait at the beach way back five years ago when they were visiting California on vacation. It w[...]
Amelia is the face of the Juvenile Arthritis Foundation. The foundation needed a "country western" themed photo for a promotion they are running. So [...]
Callie has been just the cutest little "baby plan-ner" and I've looked forward to each and every session. She was definitely on the move for her one y[...]
This beautiful family drove all the way down to south Orange County from the Temecula Valley for their family portraits. Large extended family groups [...]
This family session was rescheduled a couple of times - mostly due to the crazy weather we had earlier this year! Well the weather couldn't have been [...]
Springtime neutrals and flattering silhouettes inform our first style guide. For ultra-flattering photos, try a flowy
peasant dress, strappy [...]
This is Audrey. She has a dream. That dream is to excel in the sports of Gymnastics.
Anyone who knows Audrey, knows that she was made f[...]
From now until 11:59 on Dec 26th I'll be running the biggest sale I've ever had! For all of those who need a last minute Christmas gift or stocking st[...]
Many who know me, know that cooking is another passion I have. I learned this well from my mother, who is practically famous (well not practically, sh[...]
This season, play with mustard, blush tones, and wine hues with hints of sophisticated black and cream. Mix fun
textures like suede, matte leather,[...]
Sometimes the stars all align to make for the perfect family portrait session: beautiful November weather, perfect light, stunning subjects and add in[...]
Nothing like shooting at home sweet home! You can't beat the convenience and the personal connection to location. And this stellar family was willing [...]
This lovely family was given a gift certificate for a session as a gift and I think I was the lucky recipient on this deal. Two perfectly adorable chi[...]
I have been "shooting" this family for, I think, six or seven years now, and they truly are more like friends than clients. I look forward to seeing t[...]
I'm so happy to have met this beautiful family and their lovely (and well behaved) children! They joined another family for a "Christmas on the beach"[...]
Our original session date threatened rain, and to be on the safe side we pushed it out a bit. Well, we couldn't have been happier - with the glowing l[...]
There is nothing sweeter than a fresh new baby, and sweet little Reagan is no exception! We had the loveliest morning/afternoon together waiting for h[...]
Well hello blog. It's nice to see you again.
It's been a little while and there's TONS of catch up to do, but I can't think of a family I would rat[...]
Just in time to prepare for and plan your SPRING MINI SESSIONS! Use this handy guide to find some fashion forward outfits to keep you looking your bes[...]
Beautiful Highland Lynx/Maine Coone cross kittens for sale to good, loving homes. These beautiful kittens are available now, are getting their wit[...]
I had the pleasure of shooting Zachary's missionary photos a couple of month's ago. He was preparing to serve a mission for the LDS church in New Zeal[...]
I was excited when I saw that two entries were allowed for the iheartfaces pet contest! Because I just had to include one of my best bed Henry, I feel[...]
I think I probably have a lot more polished pet entries that I could enter for this contest. And my pet portraits are some of my very favorites, so ch[...]
I'm excited to be coming back to the Muttropolis store at Fashion Island again this year for more holiday mini sessions geared towards your beloved 4-[...]
2015 Holiday Card Mini Sessions
They're back by popular demand! I am happy to announce the return of the ever-popular fall family mini-sessions! The[...]
In honor of Throwback Thursday - here's one I rediscovered today from 5 years ago, from a little family vacation we were on. It was just myself an[...]
Lucky me. I get to look forward to seeing this family every year. We hang out, catch up on our families, see how much these boys have grown (it's hard[...]
I haven't entered anything over here for a while, but when I saw this photo challenge I couldn't help myself - the theme is holidays! Not just the Chr[...]
And now the part of the day that really matters after all is said and done - the actual wedding! This beautiful wedding was officiated by the bride's [...]
Who knew formal portraits on a wedding day could be so fun?
This group was just a pleasure to hang out with all day long. By the end of the day I f[...]
There is an undercurrent of excitement everywhere we turn. Tables being set, flowers perfectly arranged, hair curled and makeup applied. A wedding day[...]
This wedding was just so amazing in so many ways. Every detail was perfectly attended to. The venue was amazing and the staff so very helpful and goo[...]
If I could be "called to serve" anywhere in the world of my choosing - I would choose New Zealand. Let's be honest - for many years I've known there's[...]
I was friends with Adam back in college - we went to BYU together, and I recently reconnected with him and his super lovely wife and kids when I took [...]
I had a great time at my seasonal Muttropolis pet sessions last month. They had a fun luau theme for the day, with wonderful pulled pork sandwiches, H[...]
I met Penny several years ago when she hired me to photograph her beautiful little girl. We connected right away and that was the beginning of a wonde[...]
I have done a lot of different kinds of head shots for people. Professionals, doctors, business owners, authors, aspiring models and actors. But body-[...]
As I rounded the bend on the windy, tree-lined road, I knew this was going to be worth the hour + drive and 5:30 am wake-up call. I always enjoy phot[...]
It was a beautiful golden morning - we got started early (very early - like 6:45 am) because that's when sweet baby Penelope is happiest and the light[...]
When I was young, I switched off from wanting to be an artist and a veterinarian when I grew up. I begged my parents and saved my pennies for art cla[...]
If things have been quiet on this blog the last month or so, it isn't because I haven't been busy shooting! Rather, I have been super busy embarking o[...]
I'd like to wish a very Happy Valentine's Day to all of my clients , friends and family! Take the time to let those you love know you love them! And e[...]
These two sweet boys definitely hold a warm and fuzzy spot in my heart. Maybe that's because they just happen to be my nephews. Or maybe it just happe[...]
This session was actually shot over a year ago, but somehow never made it onto the blog. I was looking for this session last night and couldn't find [...]
This year's mini sessions last Saturday had to be my most fun ever! Between the perfect weather, gorgeous light and fabulous fun clients (including so[...]
I just love this family...not only have I been photographing them for many years, but my family recently moved in around the corner from them so I get[...]
First I want to start by thanking all of you who made 2014 such a wonderful year! I had so many fun and amazing sessions and loved getting to know so [...]
It's always fun to enter a photo challenge, and iheartfaces is one of the best! There are always so many talented entries, and I enjoy looking at all [...]
I have a lot of blog posts I need to catch up with from this year. These last couple of months get so busy with shooting that I don't have time keep u[...]
Last Saturday I had quite the enjoyable opportunity of running some holiday pet sessions at the Muttropolis pet store at Fashion Island in Newport Bea[...]
I am super excited to partner with the awesome folks at Muttropolis in Fashion Island (Fashion Island Shopping Center, 865 Newport Center Dr, Newport [...]
I think this was my 6th year photographing this beautiful family, but only our second time at the beach! It was a beautiful, warm day in November - so[...]
I absolutely adore new little babies....they are so sweet and innocent and every time I get the privilege of photographing them I come back totally ba[...]
Love this family and these girls! I have enjoyed taking their photos for five years now and I look forward to every single session! And I can't believ[...]
I teach this little sweetheart in my nursery class at church. I so enjoyed spending a morning with her at the Newport Beach LDS temple. I wish that I [...]
Once again I thought I would throw my hat into the ring and enter this month's iheartfaces photo challenge, which just happens to be one of my very f[...]
I think my absolute favorite sort of session is a family session like this - where we take a few "posed" family shots for the wall -but then just capt[...]
I have been photographing this beautiful family since the middle child was a baby...and before adorable boy #3 came along! It's been so much fun to wa[...]
As the busiest time of year for us photographers heats up, it's harder and harder to stay on top of all of the editing, posting, marketing and other c[...]
I had a lot of clients who wanted to make it to the last mini sessions but just couldn't fit it in their schedule. I've had so many requests for add[...]
I just love these boys! The oldest I get to spend two hours with in church every week and the youngest is a member of my baby plan who was ready for h[...]
Last weekend I had the most amazing time putting together a very elaborate styled Halloween session for a client and my own family. We had custom de[...]
I was so excited to see that the new Rock the Shot photo challenge was Halloween Costumes this month. These are my kids in their Halloween cos[...]
I was driving home from a long trip out to the desert when I got the call: a lovely couple wanted to know if I could shoot their wedding - the followi[...]
The tradition continues - and it keeps getting bigger and better in every way! The Gibbs family has been coming to me every summer since 2008 or 2009 [...]
I wasn't really looking forward to this session. It was 112 degrees outside when I arrived to photograph this brand new baby and his four older sibl[...]
Holiday mini sessions are now back by popular demand! I have had several requests for mini sessions again this year. My schedule has been rather boo[...]
A friend of mine has some absolutely beautiful cats that had kittens this summer. When I heard the news I just knew I had to bring my kidlets by ...[...]
The "M" family came out to visit all the way from Texas. It's been so fun shooting so many families from Texas this year. And my favorite part - they[...]
These beautiful girls were visiting from out of state for a softball tournament and thought it would be fun to have their Senior Portraits taken toget[...]
The Cullimore family came to visit from all over and what a fun family to photograph! The morning of their session I woke up looking forward to meetin[...]
Maggie has been one of my most charming and photogenic clients for a while now - well her entire family has been. But this was Maggie's day to shine a[...]
This session has been a long time in coming. This family was gifted a session by grandma a few years ago and they didn't cash in on it right away bec[...]
Goodbye is the hardest thing to say sometimes....but most especially when it is to what feels like a beloved member of the family. These sessions are [...]
This lucky dad is a good friend of my amazing assistant of many years. He wanted to take advantage of having his three girls to visit for the summer [...]
Some of my earliest memories were spending long days on the beach at T-street in San Clemente with this family. My parents became friends with the no[...]
I can't believe it's already time to start thinking about going back to school. My own children don't return for at least another month. But these lit[...]
Evan owns the property where myself and some of my friends have been leasing horses in Nellie Gail for years now. Today we're having a birthday party [...]
Have you ever wondered what a surprise proposal, on one of Orange County's busiest beaches on arguably the busiest day of the year looks[...]
I had the pleasure of updating the group photo and individual head shots of the doctors and nurses at Orange Coast Women's Medical Group recently! You[...]
I had a great time photographing the birthday party for this sweet one year old boy. Between the petting zoo and pony rides, delicious cake and adorab[...]
I call it the "Heirloom Collection" because you truly end up with heirlooms you can pass down for generations. A large canvas to hang on the wall. Le[...]
Summer season is well under way and I have been busy shooting and editing all of the fun summer sessions (especially the beach sessions) that I enjoy [...]
Dreams do eventually come true and good things come to those who wait. Such was the case with this amazing bride and her very lucky groom. I was so ve[...]