Embracing the Every Day Imperfection In Photography
My niece & nephew (sis in the back on the couch). Nephew got hit in the face with a tire swing the week this photo was taken, resulting in the
October 5, 2018
Family Photo Shoot at Disneyland = Best Idea Ever
I remember talking to Marcy & Vance about our mutual love for Disney when we first met. I photographed their wedding and maternity photos years ago, and was excited when they
July 6, 2018
The One Secret To Capturing The Best Photos of Children
When I’m doing a shoot, I often hear parents tell their children, “Smile for the camera… Listen to the photographer….Get over here, NOW.” I hear it a lot. I’m sure
September 18, 2017
Stop Taking Posed Pictures And Start Telling A Story With Your Shots
As a kid I remember what it was like running up and down the stairs of my childhood home. I remember the smell of the carpet. I remember racing to
July 6, 2017
Baby’s First Photo Shoot: Family Portraits at Baker Beach, San Francisco
Maren emailed me on a Monday. She said, “I gave birth to my 2nd child on Friday. Can we plan a shoot?” Efficient woman. I dig it. I had so
January 13, 2017
Way Out of My Comfort Zone: Surf Photography on LA’s Manhattan Beach
The other week I decided to get out of my comfort zone. Surfers. I want to take photos of surfers in the water, I decided. A lot of my ideas
August 15, 2016
Fun, Food, and Belly Bumps: Marcy & Vance’s Los Angeles Maternity Photos
I photographed Marcy & Vance’s wedding 4 years ago and was thrilled when they called for maternity photos. They’re going to be the funnest parents ever. Belly buuuump! These first
February 8, 2016
Mom’s Closet: A Photoshoot Gift For My Mother
My mom’s house got robbed a few months ago so my sister and I went over to help her clean. In the process we bagged up things to donate, like
January 20, 2016
London Blogger: Sarah Mikaela of Framboise Fashion
I was sitting in a coffee shop in London and noticed a cute girl working next to me. By the way she was clicking at her computer, I asked, “Are
January 6, 2016
Sunshine, Farms, and Swing Sets: Sonoma County Family Photoshoot
The Stoner Family.<3 Sonoma, CA.
December 27, 2015