Hats Off to the Class of 2009
Congrats Tasha!
It’s that time of year when college seniors say goodbye to long nights of studying and partying and totally ca$h in on their parents’ friends generosity. It’s also when Mom insists on 4,762 pictures of you in your cap and gown with countless combinations of family members. I like getting the fuss out of the way ahead of time and I love doing fun and casual portrait sessions for High School and College grads alike. I recently took photos of my sorority sis Tasha for her to send out with her announcements! We had a ball laughing and taking pics on LMU’s campus.
Check out the Graduates page to see her beautiful and sometimes silly shots!
Gypsy! On Stage
Everything’s coming up roses! Happy New Year and to celebrate here is a healthy dose of new photos from the stage. I have been doing some freelance photography and videography for the lovely ladies at Flintridge Sacred Heart Academy (FSHA) in La Canada. Their Fall theatre production was Gypsy and not only was I hired to take the publicity photos I got to take in a performance of one of my favorite musicals from a very talented young cast.
For more dramatic moments click on the Theatre page!
I Love Concerts!
Stephan Jenkins of Third Eye Blind
It’s become my favorite pastime and my most expensive hobby, but there is little else that compares to being in the front row to see your favorite band. I have been fortunate enough to see most of the bands I love and be front and center for the show. Of course preserving these intimate performance moments is very important to me and since flash photography isn’t always welcomed, I have come up with some creative ways of bringing the camera in to get these shots! Each photo of one of my bands is a trophy of my accomplishment and an incredible memory. I think in a sense this might be my dream job!
Check out the beginnings of my concert photography on the Concerts page!
Painting With Light
Long exposure is a technique I have always loved, because it allows you to literally paint with light. The possibilities are endless, and allows for great ways to capture the night sky and create self portraits. I have recently come back to this way of shooting for a fun experimental outlet and I am still fascinated with the results. There will definitely be more to come here.
See what I have so far on the Long Exposure page!
Dusting Off Those Negatives
The good thing about moving is you find a bunch of stuff you forgot you had. I came across my old class binders from Photo I and II and thought I would scan them in for your viewing pleasure. Here are some shots from my classic photo classes. They are Film Noir inspired black and white, shot on film, and developed in the dark room. I’ve acquired a mini collection of the classic old Hollywood movie still style. They include shoots with models as well as a few self portraits!
To check them out go to the Black and White page
Home Sweet Sedona
Mirror Crossing
Well I am back in the hidden jewel of the desert for the summer. My favorite time of year to be home. I’m working for a brand new tourism company to kickstart the content for their GPS navigated tours. I’m having a blast taking gorgeous pictures of the place I sometimes take for granted.
Visit my Sedona page to see a sneak peak of some of the photos featured on the tours!
Laura and Nessie’s Wedding
The Bride and Groom
I had the absolute pleasure of photographing Laura and Nessie Van Loan’s wedding in San Fransisco. This was the first wedding I have done completely on my own, and it proved to be a wonderful and challenging experience. I love doing weddings! Hahah who knew?! This one completely opened my eyes to all new creative approaches for romantic photos that weddings offer. Laura and Nessie were extremely welcoming and treated me as a guest rather than an employee. Congratulations to them both and I wish you every happiness!
Check out more photos from the wedding on the Weddings page.
I’m Published!!!
Angel
The Princess Series
After months of hard work and shooting, my beloved Princess Series is complete! So much thanks to my partner in crime Shannon, Steph my costume designer and Andrea a very talented makeup artist, for making this project happen for me. Also to all my models, you are all truly princesses in your own right. Michelle M, Michelle W, Carrie, Sarah, Elizabeth, Danielle, Karlee, Julia and Stephanie…Thank you for your beauty.
Check out the complete final series on the Happily Ever After page!
