Coming Soon

I had an amazing time shooting Annie and David's engagement photos this afternoon. I can't wait to finish going through all the pics. Here's a little sneak peek of all the fun we had.

Practice Makes Perfect

The other day I went out for a practice shoot. Ya know...practicing exposure and what not in different lighting situations. Well, apparently Lucy was really feelin' it that afternoon and decided to get into the modeling spirit. So, here's a snazzy pic I shot of the super fine Lucy G.

Happy Memorial Day weekend!

Miss Jessica B

I just love this girl.

I met Jessica when we were in nursing school at San Diego State and we've been friends ever since. Unfortunately, we don't get to see each other as much anymore because she still lives in San Diego, but when we do get to hang out it's always fun times. 

To me, Jess has always seemed wise beyond her years. She is confident in herself as a person and never changes who she is just to make others happy. She is one classy lady. But don't get me wrong, she can hang with the boys too. On Sundays, during football season, you will find her at Qualcomm Stadium cheering on the Chargers, and during the rest of the year you'll find her watching baseball or at the driving range. So watch out boys, she'll give you a run for your money!

So anyway, we got to hangout this past weekend and after tricking her into posing for me, these were the results.

Thanks Jess for being such a good sport.

XOXO.

Where a Kid Can be a Kid

Oh, to be a kid again...

Yesterday, the fam-bam got together for Jennifer and Dan's baby shower. Everyone was in good spirits as we celebrated the upcoming arrival of baby Owen. However, I think Nathan was in especially great spirits. 

Nathan, my cutie-pie nephew, will be five this August. He was having tons-o-fun at the gathering; laughing, running, jumping, reciting the unauthorized biography of Megatron, the evil Transformer...

As we lounged around the backyard, the setting sun wrapped its arms around us and gave us a preview of what's in store for the summer. I can't wait for more afternoons just like this. Woohoo!

Thanks Nathan, for giving me a much needed dose of pure clean fun.

Self Portrait

Jennifer is Enceinte

So long ago, my BFF met Ed's BFF. They decided they liked each other a lot, so they got married. Now, Jennifer and Dan are having a baby...Owen Michael. We are all going to be one big happy family!!!

Jennifer and Dan's baby shower is this weekend. So, in preparation for the big event we shot some pics to document this exciting time in their lives.

We can't wait to meet you Owen.

I Just Can't Get Enough

Inspiration...

There are so many amazing artists out there. All I have to do is take a little surf on the internet and there it is. So much talent, so many ideas, so much inspiration. Here are a few sites that have sparked my interest lately: Green Wedding Shoes and Frenchie & Flea...(and all the other amazing photographers and bloggers listed on the toolbar to the right. LOL!) I love these sites. I love how each photospread tells a story, and leans a bit toward the imagination.

So, here are some photos starring the beautiful Darren and Emily...plus a little imagination.

P.S. I adore Vanity Fair's photo-spreads too. They're rad.

Love Is...

"...waiting half of our life time to spend the rest of our lives together."

This past Saturday, the most anticipated event of the decade took place. Marisa and Mark got married. It was a true honor and joy to be a part of it. Marisa was so beautiful and radiant. She was the happiest I have ever seen her. I loved it!

Although I would have loved to shoot every aspect of her wedding, I had to stay loyal to my primary duty that day, as bridesmaid. But never fear, the talented Kate Connolly did an amazing job documenting Marisa's wedding. I did, however, get a chance to snap a couple pics of the beautiful bride as we were all getting ready.

Congratulations to Marisa and Mark! I love you guys.

Extreme Nature Ahead

While in Vancouver, Edward and I visited the Capilano Suspension Bridge. This bridge was originally built in 1889. It runs a staggering 450 feet long and 230 feet above the Capilano River. The park also had treetop bridges that were built into the branches of the surrounding Douglas Firs. It was a great way to get up close and personal with mama nature.



Everything was so misty and green that I felt like I was running through the treetops in a scene from Twilight. LOL!! (Don't hate me because I'm so cheesy.)







This is a Nurse Log. A nurse log is a fallen tree that has begun to decay and provides nutrients to new seedlings. Ahhhh...isn't that cute!?



Interestingly, while there, I discovered that one of my long lost ancestors helped to build the Capilano Suspension Bridge. In that case, shouldn't I be getting kick-backs on all the admission fees!!?!



I love visiting scenic areas like this. It's nature in the raw, a reminder of how beautiful our world really is.

I'm a Sucker for Flattery

SCENE I

The Setting:
A rainy day in Seattle
April 2010
Pike's Place Market
at a freshly fried mini doughnut stand

Characters:
Grungy Seattle doughnut maker
Edward


[Edward approaches mini doughnut stand]

Edward
Hi, how are you?

Grungy Seattle doughnut maker
Great, now that you're here!!

Edward
Wow. I'm a sucker for flattery. You just earned yourself a tip.

Grungy Seattle doughnut maker
Wow. Awesome!

Edward
I'll have a dozen assorted please.

Grungy Seattle doughnut maker
I'm going to assort the hell out of these!





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SCENE II

Setting:
A rainy day in Seattle
April 2010
Alley beneath Pike's Place Market
Wall of Gum

Characters:
man


[man enters. photo taken.]