"Playing at the park" Engagement Photography Session in Costa Mesa, CA

Orange County Engagement Photography

This couple wanted their engagement photos taken at the park with swings. When we met up there were a gazillion kids at the park (go figure on a Saturday) - so we took a few photos then headed to a more deserted park. Such a cute idea - I may have to steal it for another couple. :) We are SO excited for their wedding! :)

Engagement Photography Session in Naples (Long Beach, CA)

This couple was a referral from Eileen & Chad (a past couple that we were able to do the wedding coverage for on the Queen Mary in Long Beach, CA). The two girls work together and we couldn't be more thrilled to do their upcoming wedding this October at the Firestone Vineyard. They wanted to shoot their engagement at the Naples Canals in Long Beach. They love to walk in this area and dream of someday owning a home here. I loved how they chose a location that was so personal to them. They were so relaxed and even had a glass of wine while walking around (thanks to a sweet neighbor that saw what we were doing). It was a great night and we are looking forward to their big day!

Orange County Engagement Photography Session - Newport Beach

Newport Beach Engagement Photography ~ Newport Beach Wedding Photography

This couple is SOOOO sweet and easy to photograph. We can't wait for their big day at the end of this year at Tivoli. We had lots of time to walk around - and got some fun shots. We started at the park - then headed down to the beach. Here are some of our favorites. :)

PS - For those that don't know - Brian has decided to help a lot more on the "business" side of the photography. He has always done the shooting - then I do the rest. This last week has been great, because he is dipping his toes into the editing process (which will save me a TON of time if he can master it well). :) Yeah for me! :) I'm super excited he has jumped on board.































I love how she is on her tippy toes!



And to top it off - the groom is actually 7' tall! How cool is that? :)

Engagement Photography at Balboa Beach, Newport Beach, CA

Orange County Engagement Photography

This couple was a BLAST! We walked all around Balboa Peninsula and wish we had more time than the sun let us. Note to self - if we are going to walk around A LOT by the arcade - I need to plan for more than an hour. This couple have the coolest personalities - and like to joke around a lot. The bride pulled a gazillion faces - it was hilarious. We can't wait for their wedding in August!









I laughed hard when they "kissed" with their new lips