Griffith Park Engagement Session : Shahna + Ryan

Posted on February 14, 2014 by admin

Happy Valentine’s Day, everyone! I’m waiting until tomorrow to celebrate, mostly because someone has to help CVS clear out the discounted candy boxes.

Now onto the gooey love stuff:

Any wedding photographer would want to work with a couple like Shahna and Ryan. They are laid back, fun, and up for anything — even when that “anything” involves climbing uphill in nice clothes.

So maybe I should rephrase: Couples beware, as I might literally make you climb mountains for the perfect shot.

When I first met Shahna, we talked about what she and Ryan liked to do together. She mentioned wanting to take her engagement photos somewhere in nature, specifically a woodsy area since they love to go camping. The first place that came to mind was the small but scenic Cedar Grove in Griffith Park. We also decided to go to Ferndell Nature Trail, where I shot the Moonrise Kingdom shoot.

We had a great time (and a great workout!). Congrats you two, I can’t wait for the wedding in August!

PS that amazing Save the Date plaque was handmade by the lovely and talented Julia Wester.

Topanga Canyon Elopement: Erika + Rich

Posted on February 13, 2014 by admin

I’m so excited to share Erika and Rich’s wedding with you!

When I arrived in the morning, Erika was playing jazz music which set a tone for the entire day. I felt like I stepped into another era, classic old Hollywood. I think you’ll agree that every detail matched the vintage feel of the whole day. E+R even rented a classic Oldsmobile, which gave the day added touch.

The intimate ceremony took place in Topanga Canyon with 13 of their close friends and family. Afterwards, we took the opportunity to take the car for a joy ride along scenic Mulholland Drive. The reception took place in E+R’s backyard, where we all enjoyed a yummy meal, topped off with polaroids, laughing, and one very memorable serenade of Hold On by Wilson Philips.

All the decor was designed and hand made by talented textile guru Star Grieve.

The perfectly adorable illustration of E+R and Erika’s bouquet was handmade by Selina Sanders.

Congratulations, you two! Thank you for letting me capture this perfect day.

10 on 10 Collaboration Project, Post 8

Posted on February 10, 2014 by admin

Better late than never, eh?

You guys, this past month has been so busy. My head might explode, but in a good way (is that possible?). This week alone, I have both a wedding AND another engagement shoot to post, so prepare yourself for some Valentine’s Day eye candy.

Speaking of Valentine’s Day, this Friday is my anniversary with my boyfriend, Anthony. We have been together 4 years now. We’ve shared so many adventures together, some really amazing memories, parties, vacations, and nights out, as well as weathered extremely difficult times like losses of friends and family and jobs. But we have survived both the good and bad together, which has helped so much. Some days I honestly don’t know what I’d do without him (probably be living in my mom’s basement, crying myself to sleep every night to a bottle of wine and Tori Amos).

So in celebration of my wonderful boyf, this month’s 10 on 10 features our recent trip to Joshua Tree National Park in California and Sedona, AZ.

Happy anniversary, Anthony. I’m so grateful to have you in my life, a constant force of love, support, and encouragement. You’re my very best friend.

Other photographers participating in this month’s 10 on 10:

courtney z photography
anya elise photography
jamilah photography

Griffith Park Engagement Session – Sneak Peek!

Posted on January 20, 2014 by admin

This is just a hint from a great engagement shoot in Griffith Park today. More to come soon!

A Gorgeous Setting + A Gorgeous Family – Chino Hills, CA

Posted on January 13, 2014 by admin

This is my second time working with Vivienne, Bobby and Elsie, who asked me back to take some family portraits a little before the holidays last year. This time we met in a gorgeous neighborhood with some of the most scenic views one could ask for.

The weather was gorgeous, too, and we timed the shoot for the best time of day: right before sunset, when the light casts a perfect golden hue over everything it touches. In cinematography, it’s referred to as the “magic hour.” One glimpse at these photos and you’ll understand why you should plan to do the same for your next shoot…

10 on 10 Collaboration Project, Post 7

Posted on January 10, 2014 by admin

This month’s post had a theme of “resolutions and reflections.” When I think back on 2013, a few words come to mind: personal growth, creativity, ambition, and change.

As most people head into a new year, I think we can all agree that no matter what the resolution, the general idea around setting one is to try and better yourself from the year before. The only way we can do that is to learn from the mistakes we made, and try and improve upon what we did right.

For this month’s 10-on-10, I have collected some my favorite photos I took in 2013, some of which have not been featured on my website yet.

Happy New Year, everyone. I’m looking forward to 2014.

Other participants in this month’s 10 on 10 are:

Courtney Z Photography

Anya Elise Photography

Grace Photography

10 on 10 Collaboration Project, Post 6

Posted on December 10, 2013 by admin

We are halfway there, folks. It’s month 6 of our 10 on 10 collaboration and I’m super excited to share this one because I haven’t stopped thinking about this trip since I left. Also, I have 12 photos because I cannot make decisions.

Thanks to my super awesome boyf and his equally awesome company, BRKLY, I got to tag along to the opening weekend of the Napa Valley Film Festival. We had VIP all-access passes, saw approximately zero movies, went to what felt like 100 wine tastings, and easily ate 7 pounds cheese. We stayed in a guest house on a gorgeous vineyard where we stayed up until all hours of the day and night playing hide and seek in the grapevines and eating fresh fruit plucked right off the branches.

Oh yeah, and I met a MINI HORSE which was definitely a highlight of the trip if not a highlight of my entire life (follow me on Instagram for visual proof).

Yeah, it was horrible and I never want to go back, ever. JUST KIDDING, Y’ALL, IT WAS MEGA GOOD TIMEZ.

Happy upcoming holidays, everyone! I hope they are as magical as mini horses and Napa Valley.

Other photographers participating in the 10 on 10 project:

Courtney Z Photography

Anya Elise Photography

Twinty Photography

Jamilah Photography

Erika + Rich’s Elopement – A Sneeky Peek

Posted on December 5, 2013 by admin

Oh man, you guys. I have never kept such a huge secret for so long, but it was so worth it. Erika and Rich got surprise married (eloped is just not as fun to say) last weekend in a very small, private ceremony. I was so, so honored when they asked me to capture the day.

Congratulations, you two. I love you Brizzlebrizzes so much it hurts.

Here’s a sneek peek, more to come soon…

Erika and Rich Are Gettin’ Hitched (Yay, Rhymes)

Posted on November 25, 2013 by admin

Wait till you hear this love story:

Erika and I met at a mutual friend’s wedding a few years ago in New York. We fell head over heels for each other that night. I never thought I’d see her again. Then she moved to LA and now we’re besties. She’s one of those people who makes me laugh until it hurts, and on top of it she has the best outfits, hair, and cats. I never thought anyone could ever deserve such an amazing person.

Until I met Rich. This man is the best compliment to Erika. He’s funny, kind, and grows a mean beard. Rich’s beard is almost as beautiful as Erika’s hair. Almost. Oh, and did I mention that Erika and Rich met while volunteering to feed the hungry? …Which is something they do. Every. Sunday.

Yeah, I know. You can’t hate them if you tried.

I was so excited when they asked me to shoot their engagement photos, because I love excuses to hang out with my friends. We decided to take the photos at their favorite romantic place: home.

Savannah, GA Wedding – Megan and Chris

Posted on November 20, 2013 by admin

At the end of September I had the opportunity to photograph Megan and Chris’s beautiful wedding in Savannah, Georgia. I was so excited to not only shoot this incredible wedding, but also have the opportunity to see my friends and family that live there.

The wedding was held at The Mansion on Forsyth Park, and I don’t think I could have asked for better venue, weather or scenery.

Special thanks to the incredibly talented Shannon Christopher who helped me photograph the ceremony and all the vendors who contributed to making this day go so smoothly.

Megan’s amazing wedding cake is by Savannah’s Hall of Cakes.

Congratulations, Megan and Chris!

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