A little about me...

When it comes to my art, emotions are my inspiration. And when I capture a wedding in pictures, I’m inspired by every single moment. The drama and power of photography has captivated me all my life. From the first moment I explored Portland’s monthly gallery exhibits to the first time I developed prints myself, I knew my future was carving its space: I would be a professional photographer.

In 2007, I began shooting weddings. The excitement and energy of each event is intoxicating—and when I know I’ve captured the emotion of the moment, there’s no better feeling in the world. To get to that point, I start my journey with the bride and groom before I even pick up the camera. I’m inquisitive by nature, and understanding the details, design and style of a couple’s wedding can transform the tone of my images from beautiful to breathtaking.

I shoot a full range of photos, but “portraits” hold a special place in my heart. Portraits are intensely personal and can be incredibly rewarding for a photographer. When a mother looks at a portrait of her daughter and says “oh, that’s so her” with the slightest smile on her face, I know I’ve given them something special. When I shoot portraits of family and guests, I hope that they’ll feel amazing when they see themselves in print. To deliver such emotion is a gift for me, and if I’m doing my job right, it’s a gift to my clients, as well.

What I want for my clients is to bring every moment to life, to shape the story of their special day through my lens. I hope I can do exactly that for you.

LOS ANGELES AREA ENGAGEMENT PHOTO SESSIONS – WHAT TO WEAR – Tip #3

Tuesday, September 7, 2010 Posted in Engagement Session Inspiration, Engagement Session What to Wear

My friends comment constantly about my jewelry obsession. They say if I could wear every piece I owned at once, I would. Truth is, they’re probably right. I love how a statement necklace, funky shoes, or a chunky gold watch can make a simple ensemble stylish.

Tip #3 for what to wear for an engagement shoot is accessorize people, accessorize! This tip is for the couples who a. don’t want to get too crazy with the clothing choices and/or b. don’t want to spend a ton on a new wardrobe for the shoot. Using accessories is a great, cheap way to change up an existing outfit.

Fall trends make accessorizing easy. This time of year, you can always (even in SoCal) add some boots, and a cozy beanie or shawl. Brining along a fun hat, scarf, or rain boots and umbrellas can add some fun to the shoot and give your outfit a little boost.

Look at all these goodies…I want each and every piece (and no, I wouldn’t wear them all at once).