Wedding and Lifestyle Photographer

May 16, 2013

Ann + Justin | Pasadena, CA Engagement

Robbie and I go way back with Justin to college revival days, spontaneous midnight prayer sets and a movement filled with fervor. To sit here 7 years later taking photographs of him and Ann is totally unbelievable.

Meaningful, yet true, Ann and Justin’s engagement was full of subtle surprises as I witnessed their love out loud. Set at the school they met at and featuring his father’s recently restored TR3 Triumph, an assortment of global inspired travel items, and more…several symbolic details meaningful to their relationship were carefully woven in to tell of where they’d been, where they are now, and where they’ll go.

Looking back now, I realize I was able to capture a different side of these two. I believe great photography should reveal the beauty of each moment, bringing forth something that is fresh and focused yet laced with subtle surprises that capture the passion and joy of the journey. This is what I aim for in every session. So excited to capture Ann & Justin’s wedding this June! And now, a few of my favorites curated below.

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May 9, 2013

Amy + Daniel | Pasadena, CA Engagement

Amy and I go way back to the days our mothers bathed us in the same bathtub. Yes, you heard right. Don’t worry, it wasn’t just yesterday and yes, we were less than 5. There aren’t many friends I can count on my fingers that I actually can say that I grew up with. Which is so invigorating. Well, last weekend Amy + Daniel tied the knot and I wasn’t without a few tears rolling down my cheek as I watched my childhood friend walk down the aisle. I am proud of this girl for following her heart and marrying the man of her dreams. I had so much joy in capturing these. Capturing the love of old friends is so rich. I hope you’ll enjoy! A big thank you goes out to Johnny for coming alongside me for this shoot and for lending me your support and perspective!

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May 6, 2013

Hillary and Steven | Orange County, CA Native Inspired Engagement Session

Yes it’s true. Love is sweet. In case you haven’t noticed, I’ve been on a tribal rant recently and I’m beyond excited to share this Native inspired engagement session with you on the blog today. Not too long ago I got together with the lovely Britty of B Street Photo to shoot this lovely engagement session for her in the chaparral coastlands of Newport. There were so many things that were dreamy and outrageous about this day. The session was made complete with a teepee which was – yes – handmade by Britty, firefly lanterns, totally-in-love Hillary and Steven, and just about the cutest invitations to match. The day could not have been more sweet.

Invitations: Five Sparrows Design // Florals: P2 Designs

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April 29, 2013

With Alison | Red Balloons, Mint and a Mission

Ever since I was 7, I’ve been inspired by the silent cinematography of a 1956 classic, The Red Balloon, directed by Albert LaMorisse. And I wanted to do my own rendition of it with Alison. Thankfully, Alison made that happen. I used to watch it as a kid over and over and over again. To tell you the truth, I still don’t understand what my fascination with that film was. The colors, the feel, the urban scape, the plot…the little misfit kid I wanted so badly to be friends with, or the fact that he saw beauty in seemingly inanimate objects or his extraordinary point of view in an ordinary world. I loved it all. Last month I had the opportunity of capturing these themed lifestyle photographs to document Alison’s senior memories. Drawing inspiration from my childhood favorite film for half of her session was like heaven kissing my forehead.

Alison is the kind of precious sweet soul you want to cherish forever and never let go of. Alison has a laugh that’s as contagious as the flu, a smile that will make you swoon, beauty that radiates to her inner being and a heart of gold. All that and a bag of cookies. Oh no, can’t stop there! She is probably one of the funnest and most creative people you will ever meet.

Enjoy this sweet session that just can’t be beat. In case you couldn’t tell…she’s just about the best model in the world, no holds barred. :) Congrats on finishing graduating university this year Alison!

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April 24, 2013

Felicia + John // Fullerton, CA Wedding

Last March I had the awesome opportunity of coming alongside Crystal of Crystal Jean Photography to shoot this beautiful wedding of a good friend of hers. Crystal is such a talented photographer with finesse and quite an eye for detail.

Felicia & John’s special day was a sunny one, tucked in the hills of Fullerton. My favorite part of the day was capturing sweet moments of the couple at the very end of the day in where else, but Crystal’s backyard. :)