Christina + Bo = Engaged, Santa Ana Engagement Portrait Photography

This couple is adorable! They had no problem getting all mushy in front of my camera at all. I just met them for the first time at our photo shoot since they live in Iowa, but it didn't matter that we hardly knew each other. We had a great time walking around the Santa Ana artist's village in the hot, but gorgeous weather. They met through an online game while Christina still lived in California. Sparks flew and I think Bo won the game because the adorable Christina moved to Iowa to be with him. You two are so visibly in love and I am so excited for your wedding in October! Thanks for letting me be a part of it.

Happy 1st Birthday Abbey! - OC Portrait Photography

Sweet, darling little Abbey Mello is now one!!!! We went to the park with her mommy and fed the duckies. This was her first time seeing ducks and geese. She seemed amazed as she stared at them trying to figure out what the heck they were and what they were saying! She has just started walking on her own and the ground was very uneven and on a slant. Not fair for a beginner! Abbey had fun walking and falling all over the place. Even thought the ducks were fun, I believe she was most excited with her mommy's sunglasses and my keys. Happy birthday Abbey! You are sooooo precious!

Santa Ana Boudoir Photogrpahy - Kirby

Stunning! That is what I thought of Kirby when I saw her ALL Dolled UP! Kirby and I met through a bunco group (which I can never make it out to). I was thrilled when she asked me to photograph her for her husband's birthday and their anniversary coming up. She wanted to be photographed in his white t-shirt. She looked adorable! What an honor to give such a special gift! Kirby is a sweetheart and I enjoyed her gorgeous smile throughout our session. Her hubby is one lucky guy! Check out this beauty! Thank you to Georgia Syrengelas for doing amazing work on Kirby's makeup and hair!

Mission Viejo Infant Photography - Baby Giana - 3 Weeks

Welcome to this big wide world baby Giana! I photographed your mommy and daddy's wedding almost three years ago on a beautiful sunny day. You were just a little love twinkle in their eyes that day. Now you are here shining bright and bringing smiles and snuggles to your new family. You are sooooo tiny, but you are big bundle of joy and I am so lucky to have met you. I look forward to seeing you grow and blossom little precious girl.

Carson Racing 2011 Launch Party Benefiting Project Walk & Race To Walk

Last month I had the opportunity to photograph part of the Carson Racing Team for the launch of their brand new website. We had a long, full day shoot, but we also had a blast! I shot head-shots of the executive team and the team drivers. You may recognize these well know racers. We also photographed the clothing product for Carson Racing. If you like what you see here stay tuned for the new and improved Carson Racing website to be launched this Saturday at K-1 Speed in Irvine. The launch is benefiting Project Walk and Race to Walk for people with spinal cord injuries. Please check out this amazing team!

http://www.carsonracing.com
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Come to the launch party!!!
Caron Racing 2011 Launch Party
Come meet our NASCAR Sprint Cup driver Boris Said and the Carson Racing Drivers!
Saturday January 22nd at 5pm
K-1 Speed
17221 Von Karmen Ave
Irvine CA 92614
Driver autographs, food, and fun will be provided.
Racing - $20 for 1 race (14 laps)
A percentage of every race with be donated to Project Walk and Race To Walk by K-1 Speed. No license required. 4ft. height requirement.
Please contact Kristin to be added to the guest list. kcarson@carsonracing.com 714-296-0561

Corona Event Photography

I had the precious opportunity over the holidays to photograph for the Christmas 365 Foundation (http://www.wix.com/christmas365/info) at the home of the Kimpel's in Corona, CA. This amazing organization helps families in need 365 days a year starting at Christmas time each year with gifts, food and other areas where families are in need. Kim Kimpel personally decorated over 40 trees and the rest of her home and opened it up to the public in return for donations to the foundation. Each tree had a different theme and it's own personality. Definitely a site to see! Come see the trees next year and support the Christmas 365 Foundation throughout the year. Thank you to Cindy Lieber from OC Brides for making this fun slide-show out of my images.

Orange County Family Portraits - Mello Christmas

Meet the Mellos. This family is dear to my little heart. You probably recognize baby Abbey from my earlier blogging. She is growing up! I've been photographing her since she was in Mommy Mello's belly. They had just come from seeing Santa so this was a big day for little Abbey and the family. She was all smiles and giggles playing with her daddy and looking at the huge Christmas tree in downtown Fullerton. Thank you Mello Family! I had fun capturing these Mello family moments!