So…. fun fact. I’m really really terrible at blogging. This wedding is long overdue to be posted. When I photographed it I was pregnant. A weird condition of this particular pregnancy was that even looking at the computer made me nauseous. Then 2 years have flown by so quickly that now the little stinker is 2. Yeah 2. So that brings us to the present. Times have been a little weird ( or a lot) and now Im feeling nostalgic for a time where we had less to worry about and could pack as many people in to a wedding that we want. Also, Sacramento is in full blown 100… Keep Reading
Mother’s Day 2020
I have many thoughts to share on this Mothers Day. I think about my children, the few precious beings I hold closer to me than anything or anyone else. The draw of their personalities, a mix of their own traits and things and ideas and some observances that are so clearly me and some that are so clearly Adrian. Lily who is graceful and charming and intelligent and so put together, who is stronger and tougher and more resilient than most kids. I see her becoming her own person, pulling away from the childhood that was paused by cancer, and growing into that deep old soul she was born with…. Keep Reading
Grand Island Mansion Wedding
I cant imagine a more perfect day then the one we had for this wedding. I am so happy that I got to photograph this cool wedding with amazing people. This wedding had some pretty sweet moments from the groom singing to his bride during the reception to all the sweet glances and meaningful sentiments that were expressed that day. The Sky was blue and it was the perfect temperature. The florals at his wedding were also stunning I loved all the details that this venue had to offer. I loved all the details Chelsea put into her day, Especially, the bedazzled shoes. I love black and white shots of… Keep Reading
A Tale of Two High Schools
Shhhhhh….. Let me tell you a secret. I love shooting Senior Sessions! The fall is such a wonderful colorful time to have your senior portraits done. These beautiful girls were so much fun. They are twins, and they go to different high schools. I know that having a twin makes you unique. What most people don’t know is that having a twin means you have a best friend for life, someone that always understands you and often knows what you are thinking. You also always go through life with a partner in crime. You never know what it means to be alone. I’m a twin and I wouldn’t change it… Keep Reading
Summertime Bride
There is nothing like a cold, rainy, December night that makes anyone wish for the long warm days of summer. This beautiful bride will make you wish that summer was just around the corner… If you have never thought about doing a bridal session you should. Its a great time to showcase just you! I love this vintage gown, headpiece and jewelry. The pendant is a stunning one of a kind piece, made of fossilized coral. Hair and MakeUp provided by Aimee at http://alloccasionsartist.wixsite.com Florals by me. xoxo till next time
Family Fun
Do you know what I love? Families. They are always brilliant, hilarious and beautiful. This family has twin girls. I still remember when they were born and had to spend some time in the NICU. I cannot believe they are so big and getting ready for school! Mom, Dad, big sister and the twins are truly one of a kind. I’m lucky that I can also call them friends. Your family is beautiful! Till next time… xoxo
Schools Out!
This guy just graduated high school a couple weeks ago. Ryan was so much fun to work with! He was up for anything. I asked him if he was secretly a model. He nailed every shot. Ryan is out heading out of state for college in the fall. And… Ryan wants to be a nurse. You know as a RN myself, I couldn’t have been more excited to hear that! Here is to your future Sir! Good luck and if you have any nurse questions… don’t hesitate to call! Till Next time… xoxo
Party of 3
Some of life’s biggest surprises are our children. They bring with them all of our hopes and joys for the future. The surprise is sometimes in their arrival, but mostly the surprise is watching them grow and figuring out whom they will become. Welcome to the world little one! And to you, beautiful mama, this image make my heart ache. It is love… tangible and real, captured forever through the lens. Till we meet again xoxo
Lucky Ducky
What happens when a wild duck decides to join your family session? Why you let him of course! You never know what fun creatures you will find on an outdoor session. Lizards? Yep! Deer? Double yep! Its always a bit of nature discovery. This little Mallard was a first for me though. Well, now that you’ve met the duck, meet the rest of this cool family. Katie is a lucky ducky herself. She has these 3 handsome fellas that keep her on her toes. Like any woman who has to contend with a house full of boys she is fierce and tough and strong. They are great qualities to have,… Keep Reading
The Writer
I had a really exciting opportunity to photograph Catherine, who wrote a really cool book and is now looking to be published. In her own words she says : Community 92 is a work of apocalyptic speculative fiction. It takes place in world that “could be,” on a day like tomorrow. Speculative fiction is a wide genre that has long been dominated by male-focused storytelling. However, apocalypse-themed speculative fiction for women is growing with works like Emily St. John Mandel’s Station Eleven, Edan Lepucki’s California, and Claire Vaye Watkin’s Gold Fame Citrus. In addition, Jean Hegland’s 1998 apocalypse-themed novel Into the Forest was recently developed into a movie (yay!) starring… Keep Reading