Walking back across the beach after their sunset engagement session, Mel and Andrew told me that everything was much more fun than they expected. Like so many, they'd been nervous about their engagement portraits and felt pretty anxious to be in front of the camera. I smiled and said that is what I ... Read More about Sunset Beach Engagement Session | Stinson Beach, CA
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Fall with a Farming Family | VanRuiten Family Portraits in Lodi, CA
I always try to encourage my portrait clients to think outside of the box when it comes to locations they have access to, but when you're the son of generations of farmers, the location is going to be both beautiful and obvious: full of nature. If you have followed me for long, you know that's ... Read More about Fall with a Farming Family | VanRuiten Family Portraits in Lodi, CA
When Toddler Meltdowns Go Right | A Beautiful Sunset Family Portrait Session in Stockton, CA
This was such a fun gallery to deliver. With a toddler in the mix, we all know that smiles are never guaranteed. I have two at home myself, and absolutely understand the emotions involved for them and for the parents. THAT is why this was such a fun one. Mom was sure we got nothing, that our time ... Read More about When Toddler Meltdowns Go Right | A Beautiful Sunset Family Portrait Session in Stockton, CA
Granite and Gardens, A Golden Gate Park Engagement Session | San Francisco, CA
When Laura and I were discussing location options, we knew we wanted a bit of adventure. Golden Gate Park and the Japanese Tea Garden were the perfect mix of nature and city that they were looking for! We started their engagement portrait session in the garden, exploring the cool pathways and fresh ... Read More about Granite and Gardens, A Golden Gate Park Engagement Session | San Francisco, CA
Lush Blooms and Beautiful Weather | A Romantic Summer Wedding | Stockton, CA
Early summer offers the best of two favorite seasons: lush blooms, green grass, warm weather, and plenty of dreamy light. Perhaps that is why when it comes to picking a wedding date, May is such a popular month. Diana and Hector's day was no exception, filled with each of those wonderful things, ... Read More about Lush Blooms and Beautiful Weather | A Romantic Summer Wedding | Stockton, CA
