Our love story began many, many years ago. Cameron and I grew up being pen-pals, and one each other’s confidant. We shared all our ups and downs through all stages of our lives, always being a safe place full of comfort for one another.
Both of our lives were on very different paths for a very long time. The day our paths finally met up and we began walking hand-in-hand, we knew we found our place in the world.
We started a life together in Southern California and after two years, we welcomed a baby boy into the world. Ezra William has been the greatest gift and has changed us for the better in every way. He has taught us a new kind of love that is all encompassing. He has taught us patience, kindness, and warmth. He is one of the most important lights in our lives, and we feel lucky to be his. Watching him grow has been the most loving experience of our lives.
A year and a half after having Ezra, we were married at the Santa Barbara courthouse. Our wedding day was a celebration of what we already knew in our hearts, and we were beyond lucky to be able to share it with our close friends and family. The day was perfect in every way. There were no nerves, only excitement in joining our families together and celebrate the love and life we have built together. It will be a day we will always remember.
As our lives continue on, our love will only grow, and we look forward to the many years we get to spend together as a family.
Holiday Mini Sessions at Saint Francis –Whimsical Courtyard
We are hosting our annual holiday mini sessions at Malaga Cove Plaza! We believe that every family should have a professional portrait at the end of each year. It’s a great way to remember who you are in the most beautiful way possible. If you are looking to take your family photos call us to schedule your family session! We are so excited to see all of our friends and families!
Saint Francis offers an amazingly beautiful brick courtyard that shares visions of a fairytale dream. The beautiful brick courtyard is adjacent to one of the first chapels built in Palos Verdes. The architecture is inspired by a European landscape. We are very excited to take photos of your family at Saint Francis in Palos Verdes!
Mini Sessions at Saint Francis Episcopal – Fields, trees & light
We are hosting a portion of our annual holiday mini sessions in Palos Verdes at Saint Francis Episcopal! We believe that every family should have a professional portrait at the end of each year. It’s a great way to remember who you are in the most beautiful way possible. If you are looking to take your family photos, call us to schedule your family session! We are so excited to see all of our friends and families!
Saint Francis is known for its beautiful eucalyptus and open-air feel. We most love the glorious ivy-covered walls and the beautiful trees that make every photo feel like a fairytale. There is a spectacular view of the ocean and hiking trails all close together. This location is perfect for those looking for that grassy whimsical look for their holiday mini session! We are very excited to take photos of your family at Saint Francis Episcopal!
HOLIDAY MINI SESSIONS IN PALOS VERDES INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING:
• 20 minutes of photography
• Sessions can be couples, families, individuals, high school seniors, maternity, puppies, or any other fun combo you can think of!
• Maximum of 7 people per session (larger groups must book two consecutive sessions)
• 20 High Resolution images delivered via digital download (includes a print release)
• $200 deposit is due at the time of booking to secure your date (by PayPal)
• Remaining balance is due on the date of the shoot (cash or PayPal)
• Images will be delivered within seven days from your session
• All CDC and Covid guidelines will be adhered to.
For ease of booking, please review your favorite location. Click on the link at your favorite location, then you may choose the date and time that works best for you.
We`ve gone all out. All our spots for our new location, South Coast Botanic Gardens, have filled up... SOOOOO I have opened more! ✨️ If you were hoping for your mini at that pretty location, you can grab one now before they fill up again. Wooo!
In the past 3 weeks, we have already captured 25 mini sessions and we are all ready to run to full speed into weekend`s marathon. Up next is evergreen wonderland, then Pasadena City Hall. I cant wait to see what unfolds this year in these iconic spots and to see all the Christmas cards roll in with your pretty faces on them
If you have any questions, please don`t hesitate to reach out! Im here for you, loves!
After doing mini sessions for just about ten years, and family portraits for... who knows how long, I`m finally trying this out. Im hoping that we can get some great smiles from the little ones today with a "treasure" incentive. Those young ones really need a lot of encouragement. Im hoping this helps!
If you still want to join me for a mini session this year, I highly recommend booking right now. They are going fast and I keep having to open up more. If you haven`t booked already, this is the time!! I only have a couple more days I can open up before the Callender is fully booked.
This was taken at Mt rainier and I love the change of pace here. C asked to lay in the grass and capture this pose and mood.. Now I kind if want to add this one in more. Isn`t it wonderful?! I love their connection and how they fully immersed themselves in their engagement session.
This didn`t go as planned. When they arrived, they knew what was about to happen. Both of them.
When i first talked to L, we chatted about the perfect plan for the proposal. We went through our different options.... I could hide, or we would play "photoshoot," and then he would surprise C with his proposal right when the light and angle were perfect.
The day came, but C knew. She knew the plan and had her own, too. It was perfect! When L and I talked that morning, C revealed that she was in on the secret too and that she wanted to propose to L and present him a ring, just as L would for her.
It all came to a pinnacle when the light was right and the angle came into place. I gave them the cue and off the walked into the sunset, perfectly famed by haystack rock on Cannon Beach. It felt like time slowed, and they shared love notes with each other as they placed their rings on each other`s hands... the bliss became more real.
The rest of the session was full of glee and the truest love from these two and It was the greatest gift to capture.
Do you set up scenes for your Holiday Mini-Sessions? Thanks,
Hi Melanie, sometimes we do. did you have something in mind?