There are few young couples who know the depth of love Brian and Megan do. Something happens in a love story when hardships put mountains in the way… it refines things down to what really matters and forces you to find courage from beyond yourself to make the climb. If you didn’t get a chance [...]
I don’t know about you, but winter is one of my favorite times of year…. there’s just something so romantic about it! Winter’s a time when life slows down a little, cuddles by the fire are enjoyed, and the world looks a little different. Plus, all the cute jackets and accessories can be worn… like [...]
The whole town of Solvang was buzzing the morning of the wedding. People in traditional Danish garb lined the streets and parade music filled the crisp morning air. As I loaded my gear into the car, I saw my family leaving their hotel to partake in the Danish excitement before the wedding began later that [...]
We awoke to the sound of excited whispers and the smell of freshly brewed coffee. The pristine white walls of the cozy San Francisco home reflected the early morning sunlight…. inciting anticipation of the new day. It was Andrew and Liza’s wedding day… the day Liza had dreamed of her whole life was finally here. [...]
Today, I got to spend the afternoon with Jeff Clinard and Jamie Struthers at Caspers Wilderness Park in San Juan Capistrano. I had so much fun, I wanted to share a few to whet your taste for all the sweet blog posts I have planned this week! 
Enjoy!
Someone once told me that the only thing one needs to have a happy marriage, is someone to make you laugh. It makes sense… after the honeymoon is over and real life sets in….. laughter seems to play a huge part in a couple’s ability to enjoy life. Well Brad and Czarina gave me a good dose of laughter during their engagement shoot…. and it was so… nice. They had me in stitches and I’m so glad we got to spend the evening together documenting their engagement.
Brad and Czarina have an enviable friendship and their story dates back to high school band. Apparently Czarina called Brad a mean name at band practice one day… he said,” I think I dig that chick”… then a friendship developed… and blossomed their love. Years later they’re getting married… and they love every second of being with each other.
Here’s my favorites from their “UP” themed engagement shoot… Enjoy!
Brad and Czarina… you seriously rocked my world that evening and I’m SO EXCITED to shoot your wedding next year. Your laughter is contagious, your sense of humor is hilarious… Can’t wait!
She’s a fashionista from Orange County who’s the epitome of cuteness. He’s a musician through and through who’s got the tall dark and handsome thing going on. She went to a wedding with a friend one time. He was there. He ruled the dance floor. She noticed. He noticed too. He danced with some grandmas and then he got her number and asked her out on their first date to Japanese food. The rest is history… because now… they’re two peas in a pod… and engaged. Thank God for weddings!
John, Liz, and I had a BLAST hanging out and shooting their engagement pictures! Seriously…. Liz and I could chat for days and not get tired of each other… and John is SO FUNNY. Here’s some shots from the “urban-y” part of the shoot at Orange Circle….
Liz… you are just TOO CUTE…
Okay… and I have to tell you all. I have found a NEW favorite place to shoot at Orange Circle… this little back area was so PERFECT! The light bounced off of 3 different white walls… I’m pretty sure I jumped up and down with excitement like a little school girl.
John is a a reader of this blog…. and was quite inspired by Billy Jack’s model escapades…
After a quick wardrobe change, we made a beeline for Irvine Regional Park to take some shots as the sun was going down. John and Liz changed outfits while I scoped out the park… and I was surprised to find no one around. No joke… it was completely silent besides the sounds of nature…. soo peaceful! John brought out his baby…. his Martin Acoustic Guitar and strummed softly as the sun’s rays softened into yellow velvet across their faces….
After some shots in the park, we went exploring into the creek bed… and the light was GOOOOD.
Fact: John’s a quiet and reserved person… until he gets a guitar in his hands. I’m pretty sure at least a third of the shots I got of John rocking out on the guitar are blurry because I was laughing so hard…
I couldn’t help myself…
We ended the evening with some good old fashioned fun… and Jonas Brothers Jumps…
John and Liz. You rock my socks off. You’re so fun to be around, you’re both gorgeous people inside and out, and you like sushi. I’m glad we got to spend the evening together and I’m super excited to shoot your wedding next April.
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