This day was originally planned for early April. COVID changed all those plans but these two persevered and despite the challenges they faced they created a beautiful setting for a small group of close friends and family. Toward the end of the evening we were chatting about everything we’ve all been through these past few…
Paulina and Cooper opened their world for us to document. And what a beautiful day it was. Loads of happy tears, memorable moments and wonderful food. Thank you Paulina and Cooper for welcoming us into your day and allowing us to capture everything as it unfolded. Planning: Lauren Mandler Venue: Rancho Valencia Floral: Isari Flower…
Dear 2020, It’s currently June and you’re only six months old. In these past six months you’ve challenged me in many, many ways. First, you challenged my business and you tested my resiliency with COVID-19. Then, you not only challenged the way I view the world I live in but you challenged the awareness I’ve…
Between rain storms in early November, Mother Nature gifted us a beautiful, sunny day for Taylor and Jon’s wedding. This day was special. The Southern California wedding scene is filled with amazing people and Carla is one of my all time favorites. Her imagination is endless and her enthusiasm for design in contagious. It was…
Dear Sophie and Matt, Sophie, the first time your dad saw you in your dress was one of the most amazing moments ever. His reaction made me nearly miss the shot! Matt, your first sight of Sophie during your first look was priceless. It’s one of my favorite photos ever. The glances you gave each…
Madeleine spent the morning doing something many of us can only dream of….getting ready in the home she grew up in. Photos of life’s many moments on the wall, childhood bedrooms upstairs, a piano in the living room. And now, the place that has held their family and countless life moments, has one more memory…
There are so many things to love about this day and here are a few of my favorites… Finn made a brief but memorable appearance during portraits. I always love it when a pooch shows up. Clare’s family is from Ireland and the gentle Irish accents throughout the day were music to the ears. Clare…
The look is something I wait for at every wedding. I’ve written about it before here. And if you find someone who looks at you the way Ryan looks at Sarah, you’ll be your happiest self. Seeing Ryan’s face during their first look, as he was watching Sarah walk down the aisle, and how he…
Happy Valentine’s Day! In celebration of all things love, and red, I have an exciting feature to share. Style Me Pretty is sharing Alexis and Josh’s wedding and we couldn’t more excited. Click here and head over to see their story And thank you to Alexis and Josh for having us all be a part…
One thing I pride myself on is being able to see between the big moments and identify the small intimate moments as well. One of those sought after moments for me is what I call ‘the look.’ It’s fleeting and doesn’t show itself often, but when it does, it opens us up from the inside…