charisma & ryan: engagement

charisma & ryan: engagement

“good morning sunshine” There was a slight overcast last Sunday morning at the Marina, but Charisma & Ryan’s fun-loving nature brought plenty of sunshine to our engagement session. We had a great time exploring parts of Marina Del Rey and Culver City that sadly I never ventured to living in Los Angeles for the past 10 years. Charisma & Ryan share such a sweet tenderness between the them. Ryan was always by Charisma’s side –…read more

ann & chris: engagement

ann & chris: engagement

“when i see you smile” Before the madness officially began, I joined Ann & Chris in Long Beach, CA for a wonderful e-session. Ann & Chris first met in Long Beach so it was only fitting that we shot their engagement session at two great locations in the LBC: Cal State Long Beach Japanese Gardens and The Pike at Rainbow Harbor. Ann & Chris are such a fun and energetic couple. Not a moment went…read more

wendy & wes: engagement part II

wendy & wes: engagement part II

“fields of gold” I was ecstatic to shoot a second engagement session for Wendy & Wes this past weekend, not only because they are one of my favorite (and definitely tallest!) couples, but also because we got to shoot at the legendary Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles. I’m not really a baseball fan – more of a basketball (go Lakers!) and football fan (my poor Patriots) myself, but I do enjoy going to the games,…read more

debbie & drew: engagement

debbie & drew: engagement

“how sweet it is to be loved by you” The whole week (and most of 2008) had been a lil’ dreary in Southern California, but the weather was absolutely gorgeous for Debbie & Drew’s engagement shoot last Sunday. Laguna Beach was packed with volleyball players, strollers, adorable puppies and anyone who had been missing the California sun these past few months. Debbie & Drew came running from the crowd – Debbie with her glamorous purple…read more

vanessa & anthony: engagement

vanessa & anthony: engagement

“kiss kiss” Let me start off by saying Vanessa & Anthony are two of the best models I’ve ever had! They are so comfortable in front of the camera and with each other. Not a moment went by during the shoot that they were not kissing, hugging or just being plain silly! =) Even the historic Union Station and the vibrant Olvera Street paled in comparison to their playful spirits and dynamic love. Witnessing their…read more