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Category archives: Newport Beach
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"[...]
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'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-[...]
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 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 have done a lot of different kinds of head shots for people. Professionals, doctors, business owners, authors, aspiring models and actors. But body-[...]
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 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 [...]
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[...]
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[...]
Believe it or not, this is my sister. And she's a world class weight lifter - at least that is what she plans on showing the world in Denmark later th[...]
It was January. Not exactly what you think of as the greatest beach weather. But we had friends coming into town - a good friend from my college days [...]
It's always a treat to be invited into the home of a precious new baby. They just bring a spirit of love and innocence to any home. And also, I get t[...]
This adorable family came all the way down from Northern California to visit Newport Beach last September! They were so relaxed and candid and fun wit[...]
Two weeks ago tonight I had the pleasure of attending the Grand Opening Party at Alixandra Collections, a lovely high-end clothing and accessory bouti[...]
Ok...so this won't be the typical "sneak peek." This post is more of a "help me make a decision" kind of post. See, these are photos of my amazing sis[...]
On occasion I take on some commercial photography projects but I don't often blog about them (often they are for products that are not ready to be vie[...]
Here's a quick little sneak peek of the most adorable baby girl I photographed on Tuesday! Her name is Maris, which means "of the sea" and I think it[...]
This was a fun little session with a pair of best friends from high school! These photos were taken for one gal, Jessica's birthday! What a fun birt[...]
Independence day is one of my favorite holidays. I love the freedoms that we enjoy in this country and I appreciate the sacrifices that have been made[...]
When one of my favorite clients called up to see about having her husband's daughters photographed over Thanksgiving, I was delighted! I have photogra[...]
What do you get when you cross a gorgeous Shih Tzu with and adorable Yorkshire Terrier (Yorkie)? You get a Shorkie! And that's just what I had the pl[...]
I have always loved animals - so much so that I always thought I would be a veterinarian when I grew up as a child. I even majored in pre-vet and then[...]
..That's what little boys are made of ! And this little boy was all boy! It was a very documentary style session - mostly following little "D" around[...]
Had a great time taking holiday photos for Thinc - a fabulous local business here in Newport Beach - on Balboa Island. We decided to keep it really l[...]
I snagged a few fun snapshots of these beautiful cats in their Newport Beach home while on another assignment. I just couldn't help myself! I love kit[...]
I knew this would be an interesting shoot when I got the call....come take photos for a book. A book produced by IGC of their team members in their ow[...]
Well, this wasn't exactly a full session or anything...nor was it planned. It was more like I was hanging in the grassy area out front with my kids an[...]
I have had many many clients over the years come to me from out of state and who are staying at the Newport Coast Villas or at Pelican Hill across the[...]
Lovely Shaibani came to my studio looking for some professional head shots to jump start her modeling career. I wish her the best of luck!
I've had so many clients this summer coming from out of town or out of state and visiting at either Pelican Hill or the Marriot Villas in Newport Coas[...]
I've never photographed a wedding I have been so closely involved in. From helping to choose the colors (blue & coral to match the water & su[...]
Here's the final installment of the Klarin Family Sneak Peek! They wanted to do something a little bit new and different for a location and they thoug[...]
So, this charming family was the winning bidder on my family portrait session auction item for Mariner's Christian school! And such a lovely and fun [...]
I just love photographing families in their homes. Everyone is so comfortable there, and the end result has more meaning it feels like when taken in [...]
Little Baby "N" came into my Newport Beach studio at 5 weeks old and was not the sleepiest baby ever - in fact I don't think we were able to get one [...]
I knew right off the bat that I had a lot in common with this new client! Mika is a vet who will be opening up her new practice in Japan in the comin[...]
So, it's that time of year again. How did Mother's day sneak up on my so quickly? My sister called a couple of days ago, telling me all her mother-in-[...]
My how time flies! And how quickly our little ones grow! Seems like just yesterday I was taking Lily's newborn portraits...and now she's a rough and t[...]
A Very Happy Valentine's Day from our family to yours!
"Love is the condition in which the happiness of another person is essential to your own." ~R[...]
Pets are family too! Well, certainly these pets are! They are wonderful companions for their adopted "mom," Deborah. And so well behaved too! Well [...]
Deborah wanted some special Christmas portraits done of her pets for the holidays -but because of some scheduling conflicts we weren't able to get tog[...]
Every once in a while I take a step back from the super creative process of creating fun and whimsical portraits and just take some regular old head-a[...]
So, today is my little sister's birthday. I thought I would surprise her with just a few images from the family portraits session we did in Laguna Be[...]
Kristen (this adorable baby's momma) and I have been friends since we were 12 years old or thereabouts. And not just friends. We drove every morning [...]
I met Michele earlier this year, when I had the opportunity to take some head shots for her. So I was super excited when she asked me to take some po[...]
I've had a lot of fun photographing this family over the years... at Tewinkle Park, at Laguna Beach, at Strawberry Farms in Irvine and now at their lo[...]
I think it was 2 years ago that I took nearly identical portraits of all of the same family members at the same place - the lovely home of Naomi who l[...]
I spent a lovely morning with this charming family who were staying from all over the country at Pelican Hill Resort in Newport Coast. Got some famil[...]
I am up to my eyeballs in editing right now - mostly scrumptious families like this delightful one - and "bring it on" I say - I just can't get enough[...]
Yep - there is a first time for everything. Since they live here locally ( in Costa Mesa), I was surprised that this was baby "J"s first time at the b[...]
Last month I had the honor of meeting and photographing sweet baby Olivia! This was my first newborn session in my new home studio, and it was so nic[...]
She's adorable, isn't she? And she was just as well behaved as she was cute! Can't wait to see her again in a couple of months for her Christmas port[...]
I had the pleasure of photographing a couple of professional fighters for their new gigs at www.superiorcagecombat.com. Sheena, my assistant, kept jo[...]
One of the things about my job is that I get to meet so many wonderfully fun and interesting people! When Erica contacted me to ask if I could take so[...]
Fashion Island that is... that was the setting for the party celebrating the wedding of Maurice and Lou one beautiful August evening. It was a bit chi[...]
Adrienne grew up near a harbor and around boats, so she wanted to go back to those roots for her Senior Portraits, and she came to the right place. Pl[...]
Well, I may be a bit biased, but I really do think they are the cutest ever! I finally had the opportunity to meet my little niece Emery this week, [...]
I had the loveliest time visiting with a good client and great friend a couple of weeks ago. She invited us to her ranch for a picnic and Easter Egg [...]
This family gathered for the wonderful occasion of grandma's 90th birthday - what an amazing milestone to celebrate! The only time everyone could get[...]
I had the distinct pleasure of accompanying Audrey and her Kindergarten class on their annual Kindergarten field trip to Centennial Farms in Costa Mes[...]
How am I so lucky to get such gorgeous clients all the time? And so natural in front of the camera as well... Since it's so late, I'm gonna forgo the [...]
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[...]
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[...]
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[...]
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[...]
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[...]
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 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[...]
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[...]
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[...]
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 [...]
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 had a fun opportunity yesterday to photograph a Matilda Jane trunk show. Matilda Jane makes the cutest clothes - they are perfect for capturing the[...]
Are they gorgeous, or what?
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[...]
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[...]
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[...]
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[...]
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[...]
This is another "long in coming" tribute to a session from last summer that did not get its due on my blog...I was privileged to meet her within hours[...]
No matter how I wish it was so, Audrey is not my baby anymore. She is growing up way too fast. Her sparkling personality brightens our home and brin[...]