Category Archives: Portraits

2011 Year in Review

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I know it sounds cliché, but it really does seem like not too long ago I was putting together my review post for 2010. And yet, as we all know, time holds still for no man (or woman for that … Continue reading

Modern Children’s Portrait Session | Folsom | Mitchell and Megan

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They say the painter’s house is not always freshly painted and the projects at the construction guy’s house are never complete. And now, I really understand what that means. I was looking through images of my own children and realized … Continue reading

Folsom Portrait Photographer | Serrano Visitor’s Center | Brooklyn

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Today is September 11th, a day that will be remembered forever around the world and here at home in the United States. The tragedy that happened on that day will live in many of our hearts for as long as … Continue reading

Sacramento Senior Portraits | CSUS | Chase

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Scott’s brother was married last year and I was their wedding photographer (you can see that post here). So, when Scott’s son needed senior pictures taken, he immediately called me (I LOVE when that happens). And of course I was … Continue reading

Folsom Senior Session | Logan

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You may remember Logan from his work on the North City Church promotion piece we did back in November (you can see that post here). During that session we also did a mini-portrait shoot. When Mom saw the images, she … Continue reading

East Sacramento Portrait Session | Christina

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This is Christina. She is a talented cook, a wine connoisseur, a beautiful and stylish woman, an excellent listener, a kind and generous soul, and most importantly…a very good friend of mine. After harassing her about outdated Facebook images, we … Continue reading

Folsom Lifestyle Portrait Session | Living Arts Counseling & Studio Freedom | Katrina Curry

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Katrina is such a beautiful, warm, kind and talented woman…for real. I first met her when she contacted me to take portraits of her gorgeous little family back in November, (you can see that post here). After spending time capturing … Continue reading

Folsom Portrait Session at Lake Natoma | Maria’s Family

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Maria grew up in Sacramento, and when her work presented her with an opportunity to move to the Pacific Northwest, she kissed her family goodbye to pursue her dreams working in politics. The family she left behind (her mother, brother … Continue reading

2010 Year in Review | portraits

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There are only a couple hours left until the New Year here in Northern California, and I’ve spent the majority of the day going through all of the images I took this year. I just posted my 2010 wedding recap … Continue reading

Lodi Portrait Session at Wine and Roses | the Besabe family

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First comes love, then comes marriage, then comes the baby in the baby carriage, right? It’s as natural as the lyric suggests, just like this beautiful family. Jonathan and Julie met and fell in love, got married, had two beautiful … Continue reading

Davis Portrait Session | the Aboytes family

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One of the nice things about keeping my business boutique is that it gives me the ability to spend more time with my clients getting to know them better. In my experience, when people are comfortable with you and feel … Continue reading

Midtown Sacramento Portrait Session | videographer Jonathan Knox

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When Jon asked me to capture some images for the launching of his new brand for his videography business, I was honored. Not only did I have the privilege of shooting his fall wedding to his beautiful bride Brittney (you … Continue reading

Folsom Portrait Photographer | Logan’s mini-session

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Logan was such a sport for getting up so very, very early to do the Unite Everything 4 promo shoot; I really felt compelled to show him some appreciation. So we took advantage of the time (and that gorgeous light) … Continue reading

Folsom Lake Family Portrait Session | the Curry family

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I adore the family unit. There’s something about watching the subtle ways in which people who love each other interact that is just so interesting and beautiful. When Katrina contacted me to take portraits of her and her family, I … Continue reading

Downtown Sacramento Family Portraits | Jenna’s family

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Jenna is one of the sweetest, most thoughtful, caring, and beautiful people I know. So when she contacted me to take portraits of her family, I was thrilled to get to spend some time with her and her familia! Jenna … Continue reading

Newborn Portait Session | baby Noah

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I am so happy to show you these pictures. I’ve been waiting for this little guy to come for a while now. Little Noah, sweet baby of one of my favorite couples ever Jackie and Rick was born March 13, … Continue reading

Folsom Lake Portrait Session | Yelena

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Yelena is a photographer and responsible for capturing other people’s moments, but for the last 7 years, she hasn’t really captured any of her own. So when Yelena called me for a portrait session, she said she was ready to … Continue reading

Jenna | Sexy Boudoir Session | the Greens Hotel

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Jenna’s guy has a birthday coming up and she wanted to surprise him with boudoir pictures! I’d say that’s a pretty good birthday present, wouldn’t you agree? Especially when you see how pretty she is!!For this particular session we decided … Continue reading

Downtown Sacramento Portfolio Shots | Paul Howard

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I recently had the pleasure of photographing a Sacramento success story. His name is Paul Howard and he’s a Sacramento Alumni (graduated from our very own Elk Grove High School) who went on to UC Irvine to major in drama … Continue reading

Folsom LDS Temple Portraits | the Lungren Family

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They are the kind of family that is just cool to hang around. So beautiful, easy-going, kind, well rounded and just plain awesome. I was so lucky to have met Brandi through her involvement in my daughter’s life as her … Continue reading

Children’s Portrait Session at Folsom Lake | Hannah and Ethan

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I love to shoot portraits in the tall grass that covers the landscape of Northern California this time of year. All those beautiful wildflowers, soft green grass, rolling hills and oak trees just inspire me! So when Kathy called me … Continue reading

Fashion Inspiried Studio Portrait Shoot with Ashley

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I had an opportunity to photograph another really fun concept shoot, this time the focus was make-up. Ashley sent me a picture of the look she wanted to do and I was totally on board! This look was done by … Continue reading

Downtown Photo Shoot with Brittany at the Cosmo Cafe and K Street, Sacramento

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When Brittany contacted me with a specific concept in mind, I racked my brain trying to find the perfect spot. I made a trip downtown to visit the Cosmo Cafe and it was everything I was looking for. Cosmo is … Continue reading

Mitchell’s Cloudy Day Folsom Portraits

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I really love the clouds we’ve had lately with all these crazy storms, so while I was out running errands with the kids I decided to stop for a few quick images of Mitchell. He’s a really good model and … Continue reading

Jamal (aka J. Redd) Urban Portrait shoot in Downtown Sacramento

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Meet my new friend Jamal….oh wait I forgot that I have to call him J. Redd now. :]Mr. Redd is an up and coming musician. When he asked me to take pictures to update his portfolio, I was honored. J … Continue reading

Mitchell and Megan Inside the Studio

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If you’ve looked through my images, you’ve probably noticed a pattern of mostly on location shots. I love to get outside and photograph people in beautiful environments. Natural light is just so wonderful! However, traditional studio lighting can be fun … Continue reading

Sabrina and Olivia – Mother Daughter Portraits in El Dorado Hills

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This is Sabrina and her youngest daughter Olivia. Yes the same Olivia I shot downtown that’s shown in my previous post. Mom was so happy with the pictures that she decided to join in on the fun. Now you all … Continue reading

Olivia’s portrait shoot in Downtown Sacramento

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This is Olivia. She is my dear friend Sabrina’s daughter and just a little doll! We had so much fun doing this shoot. I do enjoy photographing children. Most of them have not developed any fears or hang-ups about having … Continue reading

Destiny Elizabeth’s Fashion Inspired Portrait Shoot in El Dorado Hills

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Another portrait session with make-up and hair. This time I got to work with a talented girl from Modesto, Summer. She worked her magic on Destiny and we headed over to El Dorado Hills for the photoshoot. Here are some … Continue reading

Kayla’s Portrait shoot at Wine and Roses in Lodi, California

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I had the opportunity to collaborate on a portrait shoot with one of my favorite make-up artists and hair stylists, the extremely talented Sabrina Britschgi. She also provided the clothing. I can’t tell you how much great hair, make-up and … Continue reading

Happy New Year from Nila and Ninja Bob – Pet Portraits at Lodi’s Wine and Roses

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I’m so pleased that my first post of the new year is my new friend Ninja Bob. Ninja Bob is a special soul, a poor misguided child who whose mother named her with a boy’s name. An unnecessary introduction to … Continue reading

Brittany’s downtown portfolio shoot

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Brittany needed some updated shots for her portfolio, so we headed up to Folsom for a location shoot. Old town was a little crowded with last minute Christmas shoppers, so we headed over to Lake Natoma Inn to avoid all … Continue reading

Adrienne’s maternity shot

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When Adrienne contacted me to capture her beautiful pregnancy for her I was flattered. First of all, I love maternity shots; pregnant women just have a certain glow… Secondly, Adrienne is a local photographer. So, when one of your own … Continue reading

Crouch Family Session

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This is the Crouch family. They are all so sweet and extremely photogenic, don’t you think? I had a blast spending the afternoon with them…Here are a few of my favorite shots. The beautiful Mom and DadAnd of course their … Continue reading

my Fall Family Portraits | Mitchell and Megan

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It’s that time of year again for my family! They know the drill well now. I just took them to a local park and let them run around and have fun. I made them pause for a few nice shots … Continue reading

Hansher Family Portraits

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It’s getting to be that time of year. Christmas cards are going out and people want pictures to send that show off their beautiful growing families. How about this handsome bunch?

Portfolio pictures for local talent Soriya Koy

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I had the opportunity this week to shoot Soriya. Soriya is an up and coming talent working on a career in the modeling industry (you couldn’t tell that by how beautiful she is, could you?). We went downtown and took … Continue reading