July 06, 2008

The Barros Family

I was really honored to take pictures of the Barros family, because they are true heroes. See, on August 1st, Mike is leaving to serve a 3rd tour in Afganistan for 1 year. This family makes this enormous sacrifice so that we can enjoy everyday freedoms. They go without a loved one, so that we can hold ours close in safety. I can not express in words the gratitude I feel towards this family. Hopefully , I can touch their hearts with the images I captured.Tey are a beautiful family. May God bless you and keep you safe. We can't wait for you to return home! Click here to see the slideshow.

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July 04, 2008

Happy 4th of July 2008!

Wow..we live in an amazing country. No where in the world are people afforded the same freedoms and opportunities that we are. So for all our faults, there is always the opportunity to do better or make things better. I am proud to be an American, proud of our troops, proud of our success, and anxious to see that our future holds!

We celebrated for 2 days. Yesterday we went to the Quake's baseball game and had a blast! The kids loved it, especially the fireworks! Tonight there was a street party. I will post photos later..Here is a slideshow of the game! Click here to see it!
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July 02, 2008

Crystal..the next big thing!

Following your dream
Everyone has them. We even picture ourselves doing them, but not everyone has the courage to follow then. This young girl does! She wants to be a singer and is doing everything possible to make that happen! In fact, she will be recording soon and releasing it on itunes. Stay posted and I will let you know!
Click here to view her session!


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Mission Inn..Tiffany and Ronnie's Wedding

A beautiful Union
It was a beautiful day at the historic Mission Inn in Riverside, Ca. Tiffany had meticulously planned every detail for this special day. Everything had a very 1940's feel and it went perfectly. I was excited to photograph this wedding, because I have known Tiffany's family for a long time. This is one sweet, generous and special family. Ronnie is now the son they didn't have. Congratulations Tiffany and Ronnie. john and I wish you all the best! Click here to see the slide show from their special day!

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June 27, 2008

Pamintuan Family

I love meeting new familes. This family was no exception. The Pamintuan clan was very welcoming and excited to have pictures taken of their 5 month old twin girls, Jasmine and Jordyn. Since they were premature, they haven't been able to go out till recently. I was thrilled to be their photographer. I was referred to them by the Quiambao Family. Not only did I photograph the twin girls, but their 2 older brothers, Johnathan and Jared. Well, click here for their slideshow. Don't forget to put your speakers on and please leave a comment at the end of the post! 

June 24, 2008

Gloria and Jerome

Where does a fun and stylish couple get married? Vegas Baby! That is exactly what Gloria and Jerome are going to do and I wish I was going with them!! This fun and upbeat couple did allow me to do their engagement session though, and for that I am jazzed! This fun duet decided on a hip location that matched them...the Balboa pier. These high school sweethearts were a blast to photograph and I wish them life long happiness! I was referred to Gloria and Jerome by Teresa and Philip whose engagement session and wedding I did last year. I always love those referrals! Well, click here for the SLIDESHOW from their session.  Leave a comment at the end of this post for the happy couple. I LOVE comments!

                                             

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June 17, 2008

Anna and Curt

The New Mr. and Mrs.
WOW!! This has been such a busy time!I have soo many post to come so definitely keep checking in. I apologize for the lull in posting, but I have been a shooting fool!

On May 25, I was honored to capture the wedding of Anna and Curt. I knew that they were going to be ready for this day just from the conversations I had with them at there engagement session in La Jolla, Ca.  The wedding was in beautiful San Juan Capistrano at Rancho Capistrano.  What a stunning location!
When I arrived, Anna was in a wonderful mission style suite with all of her girls getting her make up  and hair done. Everything was coming together perfectly and everyone looked gorgeous! Thank you Curt and Anna for choosing me to preserve this special day for you forever. I can picture the 2 of you well into your 80's looking back at your album and saying," We sure looked good then, but look how fabulous were are now!" Enjoy and to see the album, click here!
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June 03, 2008

A New Cutie Patootie

Introducing Pascual 3.0!!
Daddy wasn't expecting this at all. How did this happen? How did he become out numbered 4:1? Just shoot him now and bury him in pink, because he is a goner! How will he ever regain his heart now, because Al is now the proud papa to baby girl numero 3!! Yep..he refers to her as Pascual 3.0! Is that cute or what. Mama is "tickled pink" with her newest addition and glad to add another member to her squad. Trust me, this is the closest to a cheer squad as Mrs. Pascual will want to get! Anywho...Ryan Michelle Pascual is here, happy and healthy! Her sisters love her and have decided that she can stay. Good thing!

                         
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May 30, 2008

Riverside Poly Part 2

Allison is SMOKIN" HOT!
Caleb said that he would help me with a girl from his school for the photo session and boy, did he do his job! Allison is FANTABULOUS!!! Is that a word? Who cares, because that is how I describe her. Not only is she a beautiful athelete (softball is her game of choice), but she is soo sweet! I could not have asked for more. Seniors...find Allison and Caleb to get your senior sessions booked! Don't forget, book by Sept. 1st and receive a free set of senior cards. That is a $40 value! Click here to see Allisons session! Turn your speakers on! Leave some feedback in the comment section at the bottom of this post! Great Job Allison!

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Riverside Poly High Class of 2009 Seniors

Caleb Rocks!

Am I a lucky girl or what. I asked for a guy and girl senior ambassador to represent the class of 2009 for my photography studio and was basically handed GOLD! Caleb has been the perfect candidate and very on top of his game. He rocked his photo shoot and I had a blast. By the way..what is his mother feeding him, because he is HUGE! If I had this 6 foot something football player coming across the line at me..you better believe I'd run the wrong direction probably screaming something like "help" or "mommy"! Fortunately, Caleb is a class act and it was my pleasure to photograph him. Thanks Caleb! If any seniors book their senior session by Sept. 1, 2008 and say that Caleb or Allison referred them, they will receive a free set of senior cards from their session. These are PERFECT for announcements! Check out Caleb's session HERE! Leave a comment at the end of this post! Stay tuned for my next session from Allison!

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