Boys will be boys

Raising 4 boys must be an awesome experience making everyday new and exciting. However, seeing them grow into amazing men must be so rewarding. I can tell this is how their mom and dad felt about their 4 boys that are now grown up. All grown up and raising children of their own. I had a great time with these guys and their parents getting them to carry each other and do fun shots.

Thanks for the opportunity!

Welcome Emmia

Here she is...Emmia Camille Powell. Born to proud parents Melissa and Vince. This little one was calm and collected during her first photo session. She actually slept through the entire thing. It's rough being a new born=) We were able to put her in a tutu, boa, and sometimes nothing at all. She was comfortable through the entire thing. Thanks Emmia!

Beach or Park?...you choose

This was the question of the day when scheduling an engagement shoot. Because the decision was too difficult to make...we did both! How fun. At Laguna Beach it seems everyone else had the same idea. There were about 5 other photographers using the same space...as if there isn't enough beach in Southern California to go around. As we tiptoed around and tried not to be in anyone's shots...we got some good ones ourselves. Then a couple days later it was off to the park to get some of those warm shots I love so much. The sessions were fun and I hope they loved the photos...see you soon!

Rain drops on roses and whiskers on kittens

I have to say that every photography experience I've had thus far has been exceptional. Not only, do I get the opportunity to put a smile on people's faces but I also get exposed to different personalities and experiencing how they all work together. I'm pretty good with kids because I've been around them all my life. I've been babysitting little ones since I can remember. Photographing a family with kids is no different...I'm ready to go. Getting that perfect shot if it takes hundreds is completely worth it. I had a blast with these little girls...I love how much they love their parents and each other. I was able to capture that in the photos...take a look.

So long, farewell...

Family Ties

It was a rainy rainy day in Orange County on June 7th 2009. This makes for a bad day for photography. We tried taking some photos indoors but it's just not the same as natural light. The kids were absolutely amazing and so so cute and did I mention welcoming? But guess what??? The sun came out...I was so excited that the sun decided to grace us with its presence. We had to take advantage quickly, so we headed over to the arboretum and took a few shots. The family was great and the kids had an awesome time playing with the bubbles but I think it may have been a little distracting. It's all a learning experience right?

Thanks for the opportunity!

The Graduate

Graduating from high school is great especially when you're moving out of state to go off the college. This young lady is a recent graduate with dreams of becoming a nurse. She's already taken the first steps towards this goal by majoring in nursing at a Florida University. I can't remember the name of the school right now but it's a good one. Her mom is so proud and it's evident that she'll miss her deeply when she's gone off to school. I kept asking her mom..."what are you going to do when she's gone?". The answer was "party like it's 1999" but we all know she's going to miss her baby like crazy!

A teen who calls Laguna Beach, "home"

Laguna Beach, one of the most popular beach locations in California. I'm guessing popularity grew even more after that reality tv show...Laguna Beach. Anyhow, I met up with an aspiring veterinarian who grew up in these parts. You may think that she's like one of those girls in the show however, she's grounded, smart, funny and gorgeous of course. She was so easy to photograph. We talked the entire time about her newly found freedom in driving and her friends...you know, the normal things teens like to talk about. I think that put her at ease and I was able to get some great shots.