Erika and Thos...

are getting married in March at the very hip Parker in Palm Springs. We headed off with their dog, Bear, to Laguna Beach for some engagement pics and had lots of fun playing in the sand. I can't wait to photograph your wedding, guys! Enjoy the pictures and I'll talk to you soon!

Steve and Andi's e-session

took place all the way out in Victorville. It was a bit of a drive... but it was worth it! We took pictures at Andi's grandparents' ranch. Very cool! I loved the rocks and the desert look.

I can't wait for your wedding guys! It's going to be beautiful and FUN!

PS- Stay tuned for Andi and Steve's fun "Save the Dates" on another post!

Yeah for me!!!

I'm so excited!!! I recently received the honor of being accepted into the Artistic Guild of the Wedding Photojournalist Association (a sister organization to the WPJA). This is important to me because the only way to to be accepted is to place in one of their quarterly contests. Only 16 photographers in California have been invited to join AGWPJA.

Here’s what the AGWPJA says about its photographers and membership -

The Artistic Guild of the Wedding Photojournalist Association [AG]WPJA is a group of international wedding photojournalists, who capture unscripted wedding moments as they happen, and excel in the art of post-production image processing. The [AG]WPJA is a division within the Wedding Photojournalist Association (WPJA); one which specifically promotes Fine Art Wedding Photojournalism. The [AG]WPJA hosts quarterly contests, in which only WPJA members may participate. Photographers whose images attain 1st-10th place, receive a personal invitation for [AG]WPJA membership. This is the only way to become a member of the Artistic Guild of the Wedding Photojournalist Association–by invitation.

Here’s the photo from Jenn and Carl's wedding that placed in the "Getting Ready" category. Thank you so much for letting me be a part of your day guys!!! You two are my good luck charm!

A day in San Pedro...

I joined Trish, Kim and their dog, Kleinsea, at their sail boat in San Pedro for a family portait session. It turns out that Trish and Kim hadn't ever had professional pictures done. We had a fun time on what was an absolutely beautiful and crystal clear day. I hope you like the pics guys! Talk to you soon...

Shannon and Darin...

are getting married in May in Huntington Beach but we went up a few miles to Seal Beach to shoot their engagement session. Darin wasn't too keen on the e-session idea... but he warmed up very quickly and was even giving Shannon direction on what to do in front of the camera. :) Thanks for the fun time guys... and the margaritas after! I can't wait for your wedding... it's going to be so much fun... and you're going to be beautiful, Shannon! You won't look too bad yourself, Darin!

Alyssa and Rob's E-Session...

in Long Beach was a blast! I was so busy with multiple clients that day that Alyssa and Rob were kind enough to meet me at 8:00 in the morning for their e-session! They were bright eyed and bushy tailed, though. :) We roamed around down town Long Beach (which is where they had their first date and where they now live) and I think we got some really cool and fun pictures.

You guys are awesome... I can't wait for your wedding in Malibu in February!!!

Enjoy the pictures!