Stephanie & Jeremy

I will never take for granted that my friends pick me to be their photographer. I had the honor of photographing Stephanie early on in my career when she graduated from college. Watching her become a successful teacher, find her fiancé, and get pregnant with what’s going to be the most adorable baby boy has been amazing. While it took us awhile to land on a location, Stephanie reminded me that I had stumbled upon a new location a few weeks back and of course we had to go there. It was the perfect setting with that emerald green dress and that gorgeous red hair of hers. The way the light shined on her? Chef’s kiss.

Shirley's Birthday Session

For a California girl, I am so not one to enjoy the beach… Unless a gorgeous girl asks me to shoot her birthday photos in the sand. How could I say no? An emerald gown and a borrowed crown gave us all the Little Mermaid vibes on the most perfect Sunday morning. You never really need a reason to book a photo shoot, but booking one to celebrate another trip around the sun for yourself is one of the better reasons I can think of.

Chin Family

I met Carrie and her family last year for their sweet son’s first birthday cake smash. I was in love with Johnnie & Luke within minutes of meeting them and seeing how much they’ve grown since last year just warms my heart. I was so excited when Carrie told me she and her husband were wanting to be in a few photos as well this year because everyone deserves that one beautiful family photo for their wall or mantle. If you know me, you KNOW you get way more than one good photo. Sometimes the amount of photos overwhelms me, so I often wonder what my clients think of it lol! Also, can we talk about this gorgeous location?! Giving us all the fall feels even on 80 degree days.

The Hunts

I love it when I get to see my wedding couples after the wedding! I shot Kristen and Jesse’s wedding back in February and we’re already shooting their Christmas card photos! Can you believe it’s that time of year already? The answer was obvious when Kristen asked if they could include their dogs again. Lola and Penny are just the sweetest and so well-behaved. Even with all the distractions of shooting at Dos Lagos, in Corona, they were SO good.