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Kabria & Michael | Lifestyle | Brea

January 26, 2015

I rarely photograph a lifestyle session for just a couple, but when I do it’s like taking a test and the professor handing everyone a study guid “cheat sheet” – Ace! Yup, Kabria & Michael’s session was fun, very flirty, and just like gooey sweetness wrapped up in bacon. And who doesn’t like bacon? After Kabria initially contacted me she had expressed that she had no real expectations except that she wanted to capture her and her boyfriend, Michael in front of the camera together. Sounds simple, right? Well not really for them. You see they have a sort of mini-long distance relationship. Kabria works at UCI (my alma mater …woo woo) in their student housing and Michael is a teacher in Corona. Kabria laughed as she joked about how they’ve gone from taking photos together on their phones to sending one another selfies of each other. As a photographer I almost about cried when I heard that and I wanted to make this the most beautiful and memorable session for them.

I thought the images turned out super pretty and well she emailed me right after telling me that they “absolutely loved them.” My heart went pitter patter for a second. Mission accomplished! Kabria and Michael I wish you guys even more of all the love and laughter, that you already share with one another, and a lot of happiness finding frames for these images .

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Connie | Maternity | Crystal Cove

January 20, 2015

Connie is expecting her first child. Everything new and exciting is churning inside her tummy like of course her babe, the nervousness that comes along with deciding to nurse, daydreaming of the teeny tiny toes that will soon be all theirs to care for and love and everything else in between the newness of motherhood. Luckily, this gorgeous gal has a supportive husband and family. So supportive that her sister, Arlene, whom I photographed over a year ago at this very location has shared all of her mommy-hood secrets with her big sister and even this maternity dress that Arlene wore during her photo session with me. How awesome is that? What a fun family tradition that they started! Well Connie, I can’t wait to meet your little price or princess (Connie and her husband have decided do it the old fashion way and find out at delivery)!!!

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Healthy Eating with The Pretty Little Lifters | Los Angeles

January 12, 2015

What a better way to start the new year then with a healthy option eating lifestyle. It was fascinating watching Tiffany and Rose, from The Pretty Little Lifters cook up some oh-so-deliscious and uber fresh meals. They created a full on spread of dishes that you can make for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. These gorgeous and fit gals also need a little TLC time to wind down (like all of us) after a long week of lifting. The way they get their fun time in is by getting all cozy in their ridiculous adorable pineapple pjs and indulging in a cupcake or two. Check out their inspiring lifestyle, recipes, and daily fitness goals by following their instagram {ThePrettyLittleLifters}.

Simple Veggie Frittata | Creamy Cranberry Smoothie | The PLL Green Juice | Pretty Pumpkin Spice Butternut Squash | Lemon Pepper Grilled Shrimp Skewers

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Yolanda & Pedro, Gianna, Ivanni & Peaches. Family. Orange County Family Photographer.

December 9, 2014

A family of four plus their furry friend, yep I’ll take that! Their rambunctious toddler Gianna kept her parents (and me) on their toes throughout our session. That was okay though, because her lively spirit and precious smile made up for all the running around I did. Then there was little miss sunshine Ivannie, the newest addition to their family, that just sat pretty. Finally, they wanted to have their sweet Peaches involved in her first ever family photo session. Luckily Peaches is sort of like a cat with nine lives because the night before she got lost and dad (Pedro), had a little meltdown. You see dogs are really man’s best friend and when Peaches couldn’t be found everyone was in tears. The session was almost cancelled and the family was left heartbroken for a while, but thank goodness later that night they found her. Yay! The session was a go and by the looks of it no one would have known the session was almost on the brink of disaster. Actually I think their little mishap added to the affection that was shown, for Peaches and their family, on that day (I’m not saying go and loose your dog the night before your photo shoot but look at how much genuine love is pouring out). If you look down you’ll see how gorgeous Yolanda and her husband are together. She’s just a ray of sunshine herself. She’s beauty AND I know she has patience and brains because she’s also a Teacher. Pedro, you are one lucky fella! Thank you all for allowing me to help you capture the family photos you’ve been wanting to capture.

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Sharon, John, Sedona & Austin. Family. Orange County Family Photography.

December 2, 2014

Oh the holidays are upon us and I can’t think of a better way to share the love then showing it off right here. Sharon and her family are a bundle of joy and it shows in each and every one of their ear-to-ear smiles. I mean come on can they get anymore photogenic? Last year I photographed her two little sweethearts in Los Angeles and recently her son’s Smash session at Griffith Park. Now, I finally got to photograph their entire family and boy they impressed me with their natural love and way they interacted with one another. Sedona and Austin were just the perfect sister-brother pair that day. They laughed and giggled the entire session (I must be getting better at my knock-knock jokes ha!). I think I mention this quite often but I’m just fascinated at the dynamics of every one of my families. They are all different and yet all the same because they are bonded by love and the newness of each milestone their first or fourth child is tackling. Sometimes I wish I could just sit and drink tea at a fancy Parisian cafe and just watch, but you know what this is way better. Maybe, if I could sip on tea or coffee while I’m photographing my beautiful families then that would just put the icing on the cake (well in terms of people watching).

Oh and Sharon isn’t just a pretty face either, she’s a nurse and a rad mom that has cool mommy-daughter dates too. Funzies, I know! Oh and of course John is a gentle and kind husband too, but these men are always so secretive I never get all the extra details on them. Well Happy Holidays and Merry Christmas you guys!!!

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Quiroz Family. Family. Orange County Family Photographer.

November 24, 2014

Vanessa and her handsome family of four couldn’t have made my afternoon any better that day at their session. First off their boys were not only looking so fresh and so clean, but had perfect side combs, matching bow ties, and sweet smiles to go along with their entertaining personalities. Vanessa and I have followed one another on Instgram for a while now so it was pretty awesome to finally meet her hot mama self and family in person. You know it’s funny how we think we know how a person’s day is going by viewing their lives on one tiny square shaped photos on a small screen day in and day out, but to meet real live people and their families in person is just so much better! I got to joke around and play “competition” games with the Quiroz boys and I might have had even more fun then them (I’m just sayin’)! Now let’s talk about how smoking hot Vanessa and her hubby looked together all decked out in black. Too good! Oh and her necklace, ya I think I might want that on my Christmas list (a-hem hope my hubby is reading this). Thank you Quiroz family for allowing me to meet your adorable family in person and hang out with you guys for a couple of hours.

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McCarty Family. Family. Los Angeles Family Photographer.

November 21, 2014

Life is the journey you create with your loved ones. You can watch them pass by within a blink of an eye or you can embrace every second and enjoy each moment. Either way I am here because I want to help you capture your family as a timeless piece of art. I want to photograph a true tender touch, the gleam in your child’s eye, and the way you embrace each member of your family. I’m here to document your growing love in every form and every stage. Sometimes, like myself, people get carried away in the perfect pose and Christmas card image. And of course, don’t get me wrong, I love me an awesome Christmas Card photo! That’s why I do my Minis. But the way I see it is to find beauty in an image is to do it creatively, artistically and with the most genuine interactions. I’ve learned that babies, children, and just people in general grow in significant amounts in such little time. So, my favorite time with my family is the present. When you are in front of my lens I want to show that right there at that moment, those unique stages in your family’s lives is your favorite time.

I couldn’t have asked for better families to represent their favorite times in front of my camera. I had the pleasure once again to photograph the sweet and curious McCarty family. Last year their daughter Abigail and twins just stole my heart and this year they stole my breath (almost literally). I was chasing these three pretties all over the Arboretum and I had the best time doing it! As a parent and photographer my view, in photos, have changed a bit. My favorite shots are the ones where children are just having fun and loving one another. You’ll see that in the McCarty’s photos. Facial structures change. Last year the McCarty twins were a little over six months and they had big bright eyes, gummy gums, and absolutely very minimal hair. At this stage (a little over a year and some months) they are full on, pig-tail wearing, teeth-smiling, toddlers. And their dear big sister Abigail has grown a bit too. Here eyes have changed colors a tad but her sweet smile stays the same. Here is the McCarty’s and their daily journey in love and life with a big sister and twin toddlers.

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Lauren & Anthony. Engaged. Orange County Wedding Photographer.

November 17, 2014

Lauren and Anthony are national travelers. The moved from Delaware to California recently and will soon set their feet in New Jersey by next Spring. Hmm what are Bonnie and Clyde up to, nothing but love! They are just two youngins in love. Anthony is actually in the army, which allows him to travel so often and this also means that his adorable fiancé will soon be an army wife. They wanted to have their engagement session right here in Laguna Beach where Anthony proposed to Lauren one romantic afternoon. She said yes and probably gave him a million and one kisses as they decided to spend the rest of their lives in love with one another. She’s a homebody that loves teaching children. She won my heart, like I’m sure she did his, when I discovered she’s a one-on-one teacher for children with Autism. He’s an adventurer and together they are like peanut butter and jelly. No, better like nutella and apple butter on a warm English muffin…so good together! The best thing about this session is how their true love just spewed out in front of my lens because when I asked them to snuggle, they joked how that was their favorite thing to do. Seriously, you guys are killing me that you are so darn perf together! Unfortunately, I won’t be able to photograph their wedding in Delaware this June, but I was beyond honored when they asked me to capture their engagement session. I mean there are a million and one photographers and they chose me! I’m kinda still on a natural high from that, just saying. Lauren and Anthony you guys were way too much cuteness. Thank you again and congratulations on your upcoming wedding!

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