Merry CHRISTmas!

It was such a treat to celebrate Christmas on Sunday this year!  Being at church was the perfect way to celebrate "the reason for the season"!  I hope that everyone had a lovely time with their family and friends and were able to reflect on Christ, the Savior, being born some 2000 years ago and what that meant for you and me!  For reading material on this click here.

To my family and friends,  thank you for the gifts you gave me!  I felt so spoiled by your generosity!  God has truly blessed me by having you in my life!  I love you and Merry CHRISTmas!   XO!  

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Eliana

Eliana was such a sweet bundle of joy!  It wasn't hard to get her to smile!  I love happy babies!  Here are a few of her Christmas photos!  Merry Christmas Diaz Family!!!

Saenz Family

A few years ago, we moved in next door to the Saenz Family and even though we have both moved on since, we have remained good friends!  I shot Russell's newborn pictures earlier this year here and now their family Christmas card photos.  

Chelsea, I LOVE your family!  I miss living next door to you and our morning coffee in pj's and walking the hills (those were killer, especially while pushing the stroller!) but I"m so glad that we are friends and that God crossed our paths!  Have a Merry Christmas!!! 

Deck the halls.....

I'm sorry to get this post up so late in the day!  I had a last minute photo job that took some time.  As I've mentioned before, I love to decorate!  This time of year is especially fun with all the Christmas decorations.
The only thing I don't like about Christmas décor is how fun the house looks for a month, and then naked for the next 11 months.  Can we keep them up all year?!  Please!

before and after

Good Morning!  I hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving!  I had three thanksgiving’s this year (smoked, fried and oven roasted) and they were all delicious, but my personal favorite is fried!  It was a nice relaxing time with family.  I'm so grateful to have them!

I finally found a solution to my entryway mess.  These lockers were found on Craigslist. And given a quick coat of paint, they match my decorations year round.  I like for things like my purse, keys, and wallets to be accessible, but also hidden from sight.  And since there are eight lockers there is room for guests to put their stuff in as well.  More photos to come next week with a post of Christmas decorations!  I can't wait to start decorating and moving furniture around!

Thanksgiving

A few weeks ago I posted how I would love to start shooting with film.  I love the look it gives photos and most of my favorite photographers happen to shoot in film.  After posting this I had a meeting with one of my 2012 brides and she brought me a gift!  How SWEET is she?!  She gave me  nine rolls of B&W film!

There are so many things I am thankful for and one of them is Nia, for her generosity!

Nia,  you are so kind!  Your thoughtfulness has really encouraged and motivated me to start practicing shooting film again.   I'm so thankful to know you and to work with you this coming year!  You are going to make a stunning bride!  Have a wonderful Thanksgiving!!!

Baby Giana

 I love when I get to do a themed shoot!  Giana was such a good girl and so sweet!!!

Wedding: Erica and Louis

There are so many words that come to mind when describing this wedding and one of them is; personality.  The shoes say it alone!  The couple took such great photos that it was hard to narrow it down to these.  My style of photography is classic.  The idea of liking something forever rather than for a short time is my reason for this approach.  I like my photos to look like I shot with film (which I would love to do again some day) but every now and then I like to throw in a filter for a fun look,  not that classic isn't fun too.   You will see the difference as you scroll down.  The wedding took place at The River Mill.  Their gardens were so beautiful and they were well equipped with staff.  Its a beautiful location for any event. 

Erica and Louis, you are two people who were a joy to work with.  You are not only beautiful on the outside but the inside as well.  I pray that God would be glorified in your marriage and that you live and long and happy life together.  It was an honor to share in this special day with you and I look forward to our trash the dress session!  

her shoes were christian louboutin

an old music box for a ring holder

this is probably my favorite of her!  you are stunning!

beautiful sunset lighting