Beth & Joe: Engagement in Long Beach

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Ok, I think I’ll just start by coming right out and saying it. I have the best clients ever! When I first met Beth, I knew we were soul sisters. She’s also from the Midwest, a huge foodie, gorgeous (both inside and out), and loves helping people. Beth met her handsome fiance years ago, and it was an instant match. Together, they’re currently planning an intimate wedding for this Fall at Coquelicot Estate Vineyard in Los Olivos, for their closest friends and family.

For their engagement session, we chose to create images that were very personal. We included some of their favorite things, such as their new home in Long Beach, wine, laughs, and the beach! I was totally in awe with the great location and beautiful light. My favorite moment during the session was when Joe scouted out a HUGE sand pile stacked along the shore. He was super adventurous and determined to get to the beach. 🙂

Congrats to you both! xoxo

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Corinne & Kevin’s Gatsby Wedding: Santa Barbara

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I met Corinne and Kevin earlier this year at a bridal show. From across the room, I noticed Corinne’s beautiful red hair and positive energy. Eventually Kevin came around to say hello, and instantly I knew these two would have a rad wedding. Corinne is a voice teacher/ actress and Kevin runs a theater. For their wedding day style, they went with a vintage 1920’s Gatsby theme. One of my favorite parts of their wedding day was at the reception when Corinne got up on stage and serenaded Kevin with a beautiful song she wrote! It was amazing and his reaction was priceless. Congrats you two!

Vintage Gatsby Wedding Santa Barbara

Kaylie & Tyler’s Beach Wedding

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Tiffany & Christopher: Maternity session at the Beach

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Today, I would like to share some beautiful pictures of Tiffany and her husband Christopher. I met originally met Tiffany back in 2011, when she was a wedding guest at Angela and Eugene’s handmade wedding at Rancho Del Cielo in Malibu. She was married in 2011 and coordinated a wedding for Michael and Adrian, late summer of 2012 at the Andaz West Hollywood with panoramic views of the Hollywood Hills. Recently, I met with Christopher’s little sister Cathy who is getting married this fall in Santa Barbara (story coming soon!). Whew!! That was a long train of connections, but I love seeing how our history grows over the years. =) Tiffany and Christoper are expecting a baby boy this August.

Here’s some amazing pictures of them at my secret beach in Laguna. What beautiful parents!

Laguna Beach Engagement Session: Marnie & Scott

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As Marnie and Scott played on the sand and shared loving glances, it made me remembered why I love my job so much. Marnie and Scott are a photographer’s dream couple. Not only do they have All-American good looks and charm, they also have great style, and were open to having lots of fun. Marnie and Scott are both from the Ohio area, and will be transplanting to the Southern California area later this year. They ended up coming out to one of my favorite photo spots in Laguna Beach, staying at the Art Hotel right along PCH for the weekend. As a highlight of their trip, they wanted to celebrate their engagement with a fun photo shoot.

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