Spent last Saturday evening having the time of my life, partying with these gorgeous folks in Laguna Beach. Well, if I wasn't exactly part of the act[...]
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What could be more fun for a little boy than chasing down rabbits and playing with big sticks and climbing tree stumps? Probably sitting for portrait[...]
I love holiday portraits! And I love twins! Combining the two couldn't be more fun! Especially adorable twin babies with gorgeous baby blue eyes! O[...]
I was excited to shoot at the exclusive Table Rock Beach in Laguna Beach this beautiful November afternoon. But when I met this gorgeous family I beca[...]
This beautiful family wanted some nice portraits done before heading out to a wedding! So we set up the studio in their equally gorgeous home for som[...]
I feel so honored to have had the opportunity to photograph this beautiful family! They were all so beautiful, with their festive holiday clothes and[...]
This was my third year photographing this fun-loving kids! We had a great time at Tanaka Farms in Irvine, CA -playing in the pumpkin patch and then o[...]
I've been so blessed with the most lovely clients inside and out! I just love this family and I've gotten to see them lots this year! First I did so[...]
It was wonderful to meet Heather and her two beautiful children the other week! She came along with two of my repeat clients (and her friends) to som[...]
I've enjoyed capturing images of Sophie for the last couple of years! You can see how she has grown here and here and here! She is so very fun and pho[...]
It's much too late for me to write much - but enjoy your Sneak Peak Jackie! The pictures of you turned out great as well - You can see them in your o[...]
I just noticed on Facebook that today is one of my client's birthdays! I realized that I never blogged this session of her from last year, so I thoug[...]
Found out on Friday that Stephen passed the California State Bar Exam! He was so diligent in his preparation - I had no doubt in my mind that he woul[...]
To know how to grow old is the master-work of wisdom, and one of the most difficult chapters in the great art of living. ~Henri Amiel
Father Time is[...]
People and relationships grow and change. While I wouldn’t want to stop this change, I do want to capture the special moments and freeze them in time.[...]
As I mentioned in my previous post, I get to look forward to seeing Elle every October for her annual birthday portraits! (Elle's 2-year old portraits[...]
I love that I get to look forward to seeing this little gal every October for her annual birthday portraits! And last year, when she turned 3, my kids[...]
I first met "N" and "H" 4 years ago when my little Kate was in preschool with them! That was such a fun and memorable class! This was my 3rd year t[...]
That's what little boys are made of!
"Sometimes being a brother is even better than being a superhero." ~Marc Brown
This was my second year coming t[...]
So, I haven't had a chance to post some personal pics in a while, but I thought I would throw a few informal snapshots from Halloween weekend up for f[...]
Simply put, Chris & Karina are lucky to have each other! They were beautiful together and I know that Karina will make a radiant Bride and Chris [...]
I was excited to meet Heather and her adorable family - traveling all the way from Canada for a week or two of warmth and sunshine here in Orange Coun[...]
I met Nicole and her family a few months back when I had the pleasure of taking their family portraits. We really hit it off and I was thrilled to be [...]
These were taken one fine morning in October... last year! My dear friend Evaly (who has accompanied me on many a shoot or wedding) asked me to take [...]
It's that time of year again... the kid's are settled in school and choosing Halloween costumes, the weather has finally decided to cool down, Christm[...]
We had such a great time at our first Fall & Halloween Portraits mini sessions that we have decided to do it again! This time in Orange County at[...]
Although I was very sad to have some of my favorite clients and friends to leave Orange County for the Temecula Valley, they couldn't have chosen a mo[...]
Lance is my fabulous assistant Sheena's son, and adopted brother to my 3 kids. Many a day will my world be filled with the sounds of 4 children casti[...]
This was my third shoot with the "M" family, each one has been very different and I have loved every time we've gotten together! "B" has the longest,[...]
This lovely family came out to our "Halloween" mini sessions to have their family portraits taken. "T" & "A" were adorable in their little pink o[...]
I was so glad the "K" family came all the way up from Orange County to Temecula to visit the beautiful Sage Ranch and have their portraits taken! Lit[...]
Little miss "L" also had an amazing costume! She was Marie Antoinette - and she made for a perfect one at that! She even brought her own cake, and R[...]
Isn't she a beauty? And I loved her elaborate costume - every detail was attended to, from the multi-layered apron to the bracelets and necklace. Sh[...]
This bright and beautiful gal was my first client of the day for last Saturday's Halloween Mini Sessions. Check out her gorgeous blue eyes! She staye[...]
Well, our first Halloween mini session event was great fun! Many thanks to the "Y" family for letting us use their gorgeous Sage Ranch as a backdrop -[...]
Summer is over, a feeling of fall is in the air, and Halloween is just around the corner!
Join us on Saturday September 25 or Saturday October 2nd [...]
I love when kids figure out at an early age that the best gifts they can give their parents is something to remember them by. Whether the classic cla[...]
I had set up this session for 7:00 am the Friday of Labor Day weekend, so as to take advantage of the (usually) beautiful early morning light and to a[...]
I was delighted to be able to get together and hang out with the lovely "H" family and all of their extended family! I have known some of them for ma[...]
My adorable little friend Maren finally got her baby brother! You can see her gorgeous mommy's maternity pictures here. Unfortunately, our session w[...]
My most recent post just reminded me that I hadn't actually posted some images that I thought I had - Grace's Senior Portraits. I was going to link t[...]
I love it when a family feels so comfortable around me that they can let their guards down and just be themselves during their session. Such was the c[...]
I couldn't think of any other title to sum up this post. So many beach sessions, and all very similar locations, but so much fun to meet so many diffe[...]
This was another fun new family visiting from out of state. They had 5 delightful and well-behaved kids. We met at Wood's Cove and stayed until well[...]
I couldn't have asked for a more beautiful evening, and more perfect location, or a more fun family for this session! This was another family that ca[...]
I have a love/hate relationship with my computer. I certainly spend plenty of time with it! I couldn't do what I do without it. In fact, I can't live[...]
I met Hallee and her sister on a warm summer evening as they were down visiting their grandmother in Huntington Beach. Hallee wanted some beach portr[...]
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Another beautiful family on another beautiful beach with beautiful light... what a fun job I have! And the love this family has for each other shines[...]
What a fun family this was - 7 children, 18 grandchildren... and around 34 or so people all together - I lost count after a while! And a beautiful fa[...]
So, my favorite twins are moving... to the Temecula Valley (Aguanga to be exact). I am going to miss them and our almost monthly visits with my camera[...]
This weekend, my daughter was baptized, and what a wonderful occasion that was! I am so proud of her and the choices she is making! And I am so grat[...]
Time for a "sneak peak" for the P family - they have been waiting patiently to see their images, and I am finally starting to get caught up - so here[...]
I had a great time a couple of weeks ago, snapping some shots for some friends of the family. Karl and my husband were roommates from freshman year i[...]
First, I have to apologize for the tardiness of this post - and many others. This has been a super busy time of year as always, with sessions every da[...]
Meet Charlie. The adorable 15 week old Sheltie Puppy with tons of personality.
Meet Henry and Annie - the very lucky new "puppy parents!"
Toge[...]
Once again I will be offering an incentive for those of you procrastinators(and to my fav always early clients!) to get your holiday card pictures don[...]
Do you ever wonder what it would be like to be featured in a documentary on your own special family? Maybe featured in the "Day in the Life of America[...]
Eight years ago to this day, I became the mother to a daughter. What a wonderful joy and adventure this has been! Kate is a shining light to all that[...]
So, when our good friends, the Llewellyn family, came out to visit us and bring their family to Disneyland this spring, we were so excited to see them[...]
So this is my nephew Owen on his 4th birthday. I usually bring my camera to friend and family birthday parties and snap plenty of shots while I am th[...]
Little Xander is growing up! I can't believe he has turned 2! My fabulous sister-in-law came down to do my hair and brought little "X" along for his [...]
This was probably my most highly anticipated shoot of the year - 'cause sweet Sedona is the darling daughter of an old high school friend that I hadn'[...]
Well this is a long overdue sneak peak for the "A" Family! They are friends visiting from out of town of another beautiful family - they came out fo[...]
When I first arrived at the beach, on an early June morning, I had hopes that it would be a "no-gloom" kind of a day. But as I awaited the arrival of [...]
Last week, I had the incredible opportunity to spend a day at the Amadeus Spa and Resort with my mom. And I was blown away by the experience! The at[...]
I met this beautiful family on a rather gloomy day in June for their portraits. And not only was it rather gloomy and overcast, but the tide was highe[...]
I really enjoyed my portrait session with these girls last summer, so when their mom called me up to see if I could cover their birthday party this ye[...]
Since Senior Portrait Season is in full swing, I thought I would just highlight a session from last summer that I particularly enjoyed! Meet Siara - [...]
Country music sensation Collin Raye joins OCMCO's choirs and orchestra in an all-American tribute to God, family and country!
A performing force of o[...]
Well Mom "M" was supposed to be the star of this show, but her daughter, little "M" kinda stole the spotlight...It was all fun all the time for little[...]
I am just getting ready to go take portraits at the girl's 3rd birthday party this morning, and I thought I would post these images we took for their [...]
I know, I know... how can I pick any one of my clients to be the cutest family? Especially when I have so many gorgeous families?!? Well, when it is[...]
These girls were both so fun and sweet. Not to mention beautiful! And they really did seem to be such great friends! They had some fun ideas for th[...]
Had a great time meeting these adorable Yorkies and their people!
Okay, so they weren't all Yorkies....
You can find these adorable [...]
I had a fun opportunity yesterday to photograph a Matilda Jane trunk show. Matilda Jane makes the cutest clothes - they are perfect for capturing the[...]
The girl name Vanessa comes from the Hebrew word which means, "Butterfly.." It also stems from the Indian word which means, "Butterfly." Vanessa i[...]
This family really got a tour of Laguna Beach for their session(s). The first time we were scheduled they showed up as planned, but poor baby "K" had[...]
I know it's been a long time in coming "S" family -thanks for your patience! I have gotten a bit behind on blogging (and everything else) while I hav[...]
Are they gorgeous, or what?
Well, actually Baby Jack turns two today....so in honor of his birthday I have decided to post the images from his "turning one" shoot a year ago... [...]
Well, I couldn't have asked for a more beautiful bride, a more handsome groom, a lovelier location or a more fabulous day. Travis and Kitzia wed on a[...]
It's so funny because I am not at my most creative at 11:30 at night when I have been up since 4:00 in the morning, so I just threw down the first tit[...]
I had a blast last weekend with the "M" family visiting here from Utah! I was a little bit worried when they didn't have any evening available during[...]
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I had the great pleasure of bringing my "spring session Easter chicks" in to Audrey's preschool class for their spring party on Friday. I am so bless[...]
I had a great time with the "K" family last Saturday. Everyone was in town to celebrate Passover. And as author of the website: www.cookingjewish.com,[...]
For a short time I will be bringing back my Spring Mini Session special... a 20 minutes session for up to 4 people or pets ($25/each additional) plus [...]
I had a most wonderful session with a most wonderful family this last Saturday! I had the pleasure of photographing them for their holiday cards last[...]
In the beginning of February we had a fun Valentine's Day mini session event at the Passionate Pet store in Irvine, CA. So many fun people came in fo[...]
Just a couple of sneak peaks from my sessions yesterday at Passionate Pet. I was just going in for an equipment check, but these dogs were too cute t[...]
It was a chilly December afternoon when I got to meet the "F" family, but they quickly warmed my heart with their fun loving ways! I always enjoy get[...]
I am truly delighted (even overjoyed) to see a weather forecast predicting sun for this weekend! As much as I LOVE the rain -and especially the resu[...]
I am often asked by clients or friends for little tips and techniques on taking better photographs. Of course there are a lot of great places and sit[...]
I had the pleasure of meeting several pets and their people today at the Passionate Pet store and earlier this week. Here is a quick sneak peak of im[...]
Today is Maren's 8th Birthday. Maren is my daughter Kate's best friend. Forever. Two weeks ago, we took both of our families out to Irvine Regional[...]
The cold, grey skies today had me dreaming of warmer, sunnier days and that reminded me of this fun and casual wedding I have never posted from last s[...]
I have really enjoyed getting to know all of the caring staff at the Passionate Pet Store in Irvine, CA. I had a great day of mini sessions there for[...]
Happy Valentine's Day...I know it is a little late, but better late than never, right? I thought this session would make the cutest Valentine's day p[...]
Well, *H* and his sweet girlfriend were not engaged when they arrived for our session about a week or so ago, but they were when they left! It had be[...]