2013 Year in Review

2013 was a year of transition for me. I completed my transformation to “Apple fangirl” by ditching my PC for an iMac, made the leap to Lightroom (why did I wait so long again?), and started incorporating constant lighting into my reception images. I won another Bride’s Choice Award (four years running now), gained acceptance […]

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2014 Couple’s Choice (aka Bride’s Choice) Award Winner

This is the fourth year in a row I have won! And what makes this award even more special is that it is based on the reviews my brides and grooms have written for me. I am so grateful to everyone who took the time to review my services; your thoughtful words absolutely mean the […]

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A Modern Family Portrait Session| the Cardins

The Cardin family holds a very special place in my heart. Nicole’s daughter Rachel is a previous bride of mine. I photographed both her and Fernando’s engagement and their wedding a few years ago. I remember a certain sense of warmth that surrounded me on that day; it was something extra special. I also knew […]

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Courtyard D’Oro | Old Town Sacramento Wedding | Lulu and Conrad

I couldn’t think of a better way to end my 2013 wedding season than with Lulu and Conrad’s Courtyard D’Oro old town Sacramento wedding. And what a wedding it was! Of course after their engagement session this past summer, I had an idea of the fire these two would bring! Like the old saying goes…it’s […]

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Catholic Church Wedding | Backyard DIY reception | Megan and Brendan

I love a small town backyard wedding! There’s something so very special and intimate about having your wedding celebration in a place filled with so many family memories. For Megan and Brendan, every time they go to Mom’s house, not only will they be reminded of Megan’s past; but also, the start of their future […]

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Empire Mine Engagement Session | Grass Valley | Jenn and Arnell

From the moment I met Jenn and Arnell, I knew they were the type of people that approached life with a certain level of care and concern.  I found this cautious optimism shared between them, and expressed in their love for one another, quite beautiful.  Long time friends turned sweethearts; this adorable couple from Grass […]

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Newborn Photographer | the Rangel family | baby Eli

Christmas is the season of miracles and a time to count your blessings. And so I find it very fitting to share this session with you today, a short four days before the Christmas holiday is here.  It all started as a love story between a boy and a girl. Then came their wedding day […]

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