Bartolini Family Portraits

Chantell and I grew up together so I was thrilled when she wanted me to do her portraits with her siblings. It's been quite a few years since I'd seen them, but the same smiles I remember shone through in these photos. :)

Sneak Peek: James & Ashley

Rangey Family Portraits

Sometimes a little bribery is involved.... :)


(more of the family portraits will be posted on our facebook after Christmas cards have been sent out:)

Sneak Peek: Rangey Family Portraits

Wedding Prep

Photographers are usually invited to come start shooting before the big event actually even starts. That's because the big day starts early! Half the fun of a wedding is the dressing up, pampering, spending time with close friend and family and prepping for the huge party.

Here are a few from the Barbosa wedding:

Cornett & Coyne Family Portraits

I love family portraits.

One of the things I've learned in the past few years is that you never know how long you will have your family. It's a lesson many have to learn too soon, too young. For me family photos are a way of remembering and treasuring those you no longer have next to you. It doesn't bring them home, but it can warm the empty spot left behind.

I also love how they capture the passing of time and the change in seasons. Marriage, birth, graduation, all meant to take place in the context of family. From tiny fingers and toes to flowers and rings, family is intermingled in it all.

A few weeks ago I had the pleasure of shooting the Cornett & Coyne families. Aren't these little boys just edible! Thank you Krista for the fun shoot and many referrals! :) You can check out Krista's handmade jewelry site.

E Session with Mike and Danielle

We had our first engagement session of the 2010 wedding season a few weeks back, and if it's any indication of the year to come - this 2010 is going to be FUN! :D

Lindsay and I mostly tried to stay out of the way as these two brought the creativity and energy to our shoot! And can you believe that this was in November? California fall is a dream come true for couples who want their photos at the beach.

Cornett Family Portraits: Sneak Peek!

Thankful.

This Thanksgiving we were blessed to be able to spend it with John's family. One of the best things about visiting is getting to hang out with these bundles of fun :)

e|session sneak peek: Danielle & Mike

Gromis Family Portraits

A few weeks ago we corralled the Gromis family in the Marina Del Rey for some family portraits. We had a blast with this fun family, their love for life and each other is such a blessing!

Wine Tasting/Engagement party = brilliant!

Jessica & Sergio's sangria party was a delightful evening of colorful drinks and friends. What better way to celebrate their engagement?

They have hosted this annual competition for the past 5 years and its been quite a hit. Each guest brought their own interpretation of the fruity beverage and everyone voted for their favorite. Their wedding day is going to be just as creative as their engagement party! Congratulations you two! :)

The Barbosa Wedding: Love and Fire Flies

Have you ever tried to capture a fire fly? It dances around the darkness, tempting you to grasp it. It's light gleams brightly in contrast and there is a burning sensation to chase after it. This kind of the way love feels like. It burns it brightest when exposed to the dark, and somewhere deep inside you yearn to hold it in the palms of your hands. Like fire flies, there is something magical and awe-inspiring about love that very few can ignore.

The Barbosa Wedding was that same sort of something magical and awe-inspiring that everyone hopes for. On a beautiful fall afternoon in the heart of Los Angeles and surrounded by loved ones, Robert and Annette made their commitment to each other.

Hey Krystal - Glory for the people

A few months ago we shared photos from the video shoot of Glory For The People's newest single "Hey Krystal". They just released the video and it is so much fun! Hope you enjoy it as much as we did. All the best to the band & their endeavors, you guys are making it happen!

Benjamin - Senior Portraits

A few weeks ago we had the privilege of doing Ben's senior portraits. We went down to the Marina Del Rey to do his session and enjoyed the sun and the sand! Can't beat LA in the fall.

Congrats Ben, can't wait to see where this road takes you.

Beauty Portraits

Beauty Portraits are the moments to bring out your natural beauty. Whether you're booking a session for you and your BFF or you and your mom, it's always a good time! Grandmom, mom and daughter - take this opportunity show the generations in your family. We provide the hair and makeup, you provide your natural beauty! It's our take on the traditional "glamour" photography.

These sessions make great gifts for friends and family.

Session cost: $75 per person

Includes cd of your sessions edited photos