Saturday, 04 July 2009

  • Happy 4th of July


    Hope everyone had a wonderful 4th of July! I spent the day with this lovely couple. Their families are a riot and we had a fun time watching them all tear it up on the dance floor!

    Congrats Beata & Dennis!!

    Beata + Dennis

Tuesday, 23 June 2009

  • The Enloe's

    I recently spent a lovely morning at Irvine Park hanging out with The Enloe family.  They live spread out across the country now, so since everyone was in town for Robert's graduation, Kiri wanted to set up a shoot with the whole family.  Kiri was a bridesmaid at Sonya & Richard's wedding, so it was great seeing her & Robert again, as well as meeting the rest of the family!


    The Enloe's

    Mama & Papa Enloe
    The Enloe's

    The Enloe siblings
    The Enloe's

    The Enloe's

    The Enloe's

    The Enloe's

    Love all of little Max's different expressions!
    The Enloe's

    The Enloe's

    Love this shot of Morgan running to give grandpa a hug!
    The Enloe's

    The Enloe's

    The Enloe's

    The Enloe's

    The Enloe's

    The Enloe's

    The Enloe's

    The Enloe's

    The Enloe's

    The Enloe's

    One last shot of the whole family.
    The Enloe's

    Looks like someone's a little tired of smiling for the camera. =P
    The Enloe's

Wednesday, 17 June 2009

  • LA Lakers
    2009 Championship Parade

    I had myself a little adventure today.  Yes...I gave myself the day off. =)  Yes...I went to the Lakers parade.  Yes...I am a Lakers fan (don't hate)!

    I almost chickened out and didn't go because I was a bit scared of the crowds & the traffic.  Plus, I didn't have anybody to go with since everyone I knew had to work.  I was really determined to go, though, because I didn't want to miss out on the celebration.  This is gonna sound totally cheese, but I've missed out on things in the past due to fear and completely regretted it later (whether it be a photography opportunity or a chance to meet someone or whatever else), and this time I wasn't gonna have none of that.  So, with my camera in tow, I braved the crowds and headed downtown.  I'm really glad I did because it was a lot of fun, and not only did I finally figure out LA's metro system, but I also got to see my hottie Trevor Ariza! =P

    Anyhow, for those of you who couldn't make it to the party, here are a couple of pictures from today's parade.


    Thousands of people lined up along Figueroa
    Lakers Parade

    Nice hair, dude!
    Lakers Parade

    Some of the lovely Laker girls
    Lakers Parade

    Lakers Parade

    Here come the players!
    Lakers Parade

    Derek Fisher
    Lakers Parade

    He's totally looking at me....holla!
    Lakers Parade

    Luke Walton
    Lakers Parade

    Gasol!
    Lakers Parade

    Kareem Abdul-Jabar
    Lakers Parade

    Sasha Vujacic
    Lakers Parade

    Mbenga
    Lakers Parade

    Sun Yue & Josh Powell.  Poor Sun....he didn't seem as enthused as the others.  I tried to cheer for him but he didn't hear me.
    Lakers Parade

    Andrew Bynum
    Lakers Parade

    Ariza & Farmar
    Lakers Parade

    Ariza!!  *sigh*
    Lakers Parade

    Lakers Parade

    Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa
    Lakers Parade

    Kobe
    Lakers Parade

    His girls are so adorable!
    Lakers Parade

    Heading towards the coliseum rally
    Lakers Parade

    Lakers Parade

    Lakers Parade

    Metro station was packed!  Thankfully they added extra trains today.
    Lakers Parade

    Lakers Parade

    Made it home in one piece!
    Lakers Parade


Monday, 15 June 2009

  • Karen + Mark
    Little Rock, Arkansas

    Karen & Mark recently wed in Little Rock, Arkansas, and I had the wonderful honor of capturing their day!  Last year I photographed their friends Sonya & Richard's wedding, and Karen loved their pictures so she flew me out to Little Rock for her own wedding.  I'd never been to Arkansas before, but it's really beautiful there, and before I left I made sure to spend a little time exploring the state that is home to Bill Clinton, Mike Huckabee, and Walmart. =)

    The night before the wedding, Karen and Mark threw a little party for their friends & family (since many of them came from out-of-town), and they were so sweet to invite me over as well.  All their friends & family are amazing and it was fun hanging out and getting to know everyone.  And imagine my surprise when I discovered a familiar face in their midst...Karen's maid of honor, one of her friends from Cornell, goes to my church here in LA!  What a small world!!

    The ceremony was held at the beautiful Pulaski Heights United Methodist Church, and the reception at Windsong Performing Arts Center.  Here are some pictures from their day!


    At first I tried to find an angle where Karen's mom wasn't in the mirror's reflection, but then I realized it was kind of special to have her in the background, especially since she & Mark's mom picked out Karen's wedding dress.  They have great taste!
    Karen + Mark

    The moms were having a tough time buttoning each tiny button on Karen's dress, so Karen's brother stepped in to help.
    Karen + Mark

    One of my favorite shots of the day!
    Karen + Mark

    All done!
    Karen + Mark

    Another favorite!  The bridal room was gorgeous!
    Karen + Mark

    Karen + Mark

    Ok, can I have a third favorite?  Just love this moment as Karen's bridesmaids pray over her before the ceremony.
    Karen + Mark

    Karen + Mark

    Karen + Mark

    Karen + Mark

    Karen + Mark

    Karen + Mark

    Karen + Mark

    Karen + Mark

    Karen + Mark

    Mark and Karen met at a ballroom dancing class.  Needless to say, their first dance was flawless!
    Karen + Mark

    Karen + Mark

    All their guests were amazing dancers as well!
    Karen + Mark

    Karen + Mark

    I happened to step outside just in time to catch this sweet exchange between the Karen and Mark's moms.
    Karen + Mark

    Bridesmaid group hug!
    Karen + Mark

    Karen + Mark

    After the ceremony & reception were finished, Karen & Mark took me to the place where Mark proposed so we could take some relaxed portraits.
    Karen + Mark

    Karen + Mark

    Karen + Mark


Tuesday, 09 June 2009

  • Naomi + Henry
    Manhattan Beach engagement session

    What is up with the June gloom in SoCal lately?  It's so strange!  I'm ready to break out my shorts, tanks, and flip flops!  I actually had to turn on my heater today because it was so cold in my office.  But honestly I can't complain because soon enough it'll be 110 degrees, I'll be wearing all black at an outdoor wedding, and I'll be wishing for cooler weather again.

    The afternoon that I met up with Naomi & Henry for their engagement session happened to be unusually cool & windy....actually more like freezing!  Even though there wasn't any of the warm, golden sunlight we were expecting, the cloudy day still made for rockin' images!


    Naomi + Henry

    I kinda like Naomi's windswept hair here!
    Naomi + Henry

    Naomi + Henry

    Love Naomi's beautiful smile!
    Naomi + Henry

    Aren't they so cute together?
    Naomi + Henry

    Naomi + Henry

    Naomi + Henry

    Naomi + Henry

    Naomi + Henry

    Naomi + Henry

    Naomi + Henry

    Naomi + Henry

    Naomi + Henry

    Naomi + Henry

    Naomi + Henry

    Naomi + Henry

    Naomi + Henry

    Naomi + Henry

    Naomi + Henry

    Naomi + Henry

Friday, 05 June 2009

  • Beata + Dennis
    engagement

    It's been a busy couple of weeks, but a good busy!  I've been shooting a ton of engagement sessions for my couples getting married this summer.  Here's one with Beata & Dennis in the Arts District in LA.  I love all the different & colorful backgrounds we found!

    Beata + Dennis

    Beata + Dennis

    Beata + Dennis

    Beata + Dennis

    Beata + Dennis

    Beata + Dennis

    Beata + Dennis

    Beata + Dennis

    Beata + Dennis

    Beata + Dennis

    Beata + Dennis

    Beata + Dennis

    Beata + Dennis

    Beata + Dennis

    Beata + Dennis

    Beata + Dennis

    Beata + Dennis

    Beata + Dennis

    Beata + Dennis

    Beata + Dennis

    Beata + Dennis

    Beata + Dennis

    Beata + Dennis

    Beata + Dennis

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Wednesday, 03 June 2009

  • Tina + Albert
    a wedding proposal

    As the sun slowly set over the water, Albert led (a slightly suspicious) Tina down a dirt path towards the beach.  Hidden behind bushes were a number of their friends, waiting in anticipation for the moment they had spent all afternoon helping to prepare for.  A smile swept across Tina's face as she came across the first of several gift boxes filled with mementos from their past & letters describing what Albert loved about her.  One by one each box was opened, and together they smiled & laughed as they reminisced.  After the last box was opened, Albert got down on one knee, pulled out a ring, and asked Tina to marry him.  With tears in her eyes, Tina said YES!

    Congrats, Tina & Albert!  I'm so happy for you two!  Thanks so much for having me there to help capture such a special day.


    The ring!
    Tina + Albert

    They camouflaged the video camera with tree branches.
    Tina + Albert

    Tina + Albert

    Tina + Albert

    Tina + Albert

    Tina + Albert
    A big grin as Tina spots the first box.
    Tina + Albert

    Tina + Albert

    Tina + Albert

    Tina + Albert

    Tina + Albert

    Tina + Albert

    Tina + Albert

    Tina + Albert

    Their friends hiding in the bushes.
    Tina + Albert

    And a couple quick portraits with the newly engaged couple!
    Tina + Albert

    Tina + Albert

    Tina + Albert

    Tina + Albert

    Tina + Albert

    The sunset was so beautiful!
    Tina + Albert

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Monday, 01 June 2009

Wednesday, 27 May 2009

  • Kat + Wonchae
    engagement session

    Had a funtastic time shooting at The Lab and Camp with Kat & Wonchae.  They are so cute together!  Can't wait to shoot their wedding in a couple of weeks!

    Kat + Wonchae

    Kat + Wonchae

    Kat + Wonchae

    Kat + Wonchae

    Kat + Wonchae

    Kat + Wonchae

    Kat + Wonchae

    Kat + Wonchae

    Kat + Wonchae

    Kat + Wonchae

    Kat + Wonchae

    Kat + Wonchae

    Kat + Wonchae

    Kat + Wonchae

    Kat + Wonchae

    Kat + Wonchae

    Kat + Wonchae

    Kat + Wonchae

    Kat + Wonchae

Monday, 25 May 2009

  • Phyllis + Benjamin
    Contra Costa Gospel Church | Ruby Hill Golf Course Club

    We recently flew up to Nor Cal to shoot Phyllis & Benjamin's amazing wedding!  The day seemed to fly by, but here are some of my favorite moments of the day!


    Getting ready at Phyllis' house....I love the details on her dress!
    Phyllis + Benjamin

    Phyllis, I hope you don't mind me posting this shot but I just thought it was too cute & funny not to post!  Let me tell you people, it is no easy task to get into a wedding dress (let alone walk around in it all day).
    Phyllis + Ben

    Phyllis + Ben
     
    Phyllis stepping out of the house to see Ben for the first time that day.
    Phyllis + Ben

    Phyllis + Benjamin

    In their lovely backyard.
    Phyllis + Benjamin

    Phyllis + Benjamin

    I love how you can see both sets of parents in this shot!
    Phyllis + Benjamin

    Phyllis + Benjamin

    Phyllis + Benjamin

    Phyllis + Benjamin

    Phyllis + Benjamin

    Phyllis + Benjamin

    I had noticed this cute little vineyard next to the reception site & secretly thought it would be a great location for some pictures....but I didn't think we'd have time to go.  While waiting in a long line of cars to get into the reception site, we noticed the bridal party limo pull into the vineyard.  Jeremy immediately told me to jump out of our car & run over to grab some pictures of them.  So glad it worked out!!
    Phyllis + Benjamin

    Phyllis + Benjamin

    Phyllis + Benjamin

    Loved that giant tree!
    Phyllis + Benjamin

    Phyllis + Benjamin

    Phyllis + Benjamin

    Phyllis + Benjamin

    Phyllis + Benjamin

    Phyllis + Benjamin

    Phyllis + Benjamin

    During the reception they blindfolded Ben and told him Phyllis & her bridesmaids were going to each give him a kiss.  Ben's job was to figure out which one was his wife.  The twist: the groomsmen were the ones doing the kissing!
    Phyllis + Benjamin

    Ben's reaction when the blindfold came off & he discovered he was just kissed by five guys and that he had picked Phyllis' brother out of the line-up as his wife's lips!  So hilarious!
    Phyllis + Benjamin

    Phyllis + Benjamin

    Phyllis + Benjamin

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