If you are ever in Brea, CA and looking for a fresh microbrew, head straight to Taps Fishhouse and Brewery. Don’t be surprised if you meet someone there you eventually fall in love with. That is how the story of Natalie and Chad begins. It continues here . . . Ceremony at St. Norbert Catholic Church in Orange with a reception at the Newport Beach Marriott.


The ladies . . .

The boys . . . (caught by second photographer Mike Solis)

At a Catholic wedding ceremony, always be sure to have the LONG lens on hand to catch the kiss . . .

Here’s the whole crew . . .



and finally a couple reception room shots . . .


The Newport Beach Marriott is a fantastic location for an Orange County wedding. You can get married at the Seaview Terrace, in the Rose Garden or in the Atrium. All 3 sites are very workable from the aspect of wedding photography.
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Joycee and Greg . . . so cute . . . don’t need to say much more than that.






Here’s an idea . . . jump on Greg’s back when he isn’t ready . . .

This is what you get if you jump on Greg’s back when he isn’t ready. . .

Yeah, but look who finally wins . . . hahaha!

Another beautiful night in Laguna Beach, CA.

Joycee and Greg got married in 2007 at Occasions Laguna Village in Laguna Beach, CA.
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I always feel very affirmed when I receive a phone call from a previous client and am able to come to their home and take pictures of their family. This is Lesley-Ann, Tony and beautiful little Hayden . . .


Time for a little man to man talk . . .

Sleepy sleepy sleepy . . .

and good night . . .

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Every once in a while I get to do family portraits in Orange County. This is the Gilmore family from Newport Beach! Brian, Jennifer, Brian Jr and Tyler. We met on location in south Newport – a small secluded beach that I had never been to even though I have lived in this area my entire life. I love it! I will DEFINITELY be returning there for more pictures with couples and families.





My family portrait times are a mix of composed portraits and candid pictures. The sessions last approximately one hour and are always done on location.

Fun with Dad . . .

and nurturing with Mom . . .



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How do a rock guitarist from Southern California (Aberrance) and a med student from B.C., Canada meet? Well. . . Tabitha is out shopping for a car in San Bernardino, and who better to know what she needs then Solomon! Believe it or not?!


Gotta love Laguna Beach . . . the real OC . . .

My favorite beach for photos in Laguna happens to be one of their “spots.”


Take a couple who like each other this much and put them at a beautiful beach – not hard to do my job once again.

You know the routine . . . after the cute stuff is done . . . time to get WET!


and once we’re wet, then we get dirty and ‘Howl at the Moon.’

Good job you guys . . . good night!

Tab and Sol are going to be married in 2008 at Occasions Laguna Village in Laguna Beach, CA.
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Also known as Hannah Bear and Baby Hannah! I was EXTREMELY pleased photographing this little cutie. . .


Learn to hold on to Dad . . .


With 5 brothers and sisters, Hannah won’t have to worry about being taken care of!

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Meet Nichelle and Haoie! A classy black/white wedding at the Marbella Country Club in San Juan Capistrano, CA. Marbella is a BEAUTIFUL private country club with not nearly enough publicity in the wedding world. This is Orange County wedding photography at a high point! Nichelle got ready at the fantastic Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa in Dana Point, CA.

Nichelle and the girls arrive at the Country Club. Nichelle puts the dress on at Marbella to make sure it doesn’t get wrinkled or get champagne on it. Good move, Nichelle!




My 2nd photographer for the day, Gavin Holt, did GREAT work as usual.


Working it in the “Marisa” dress from Mary Me Bridal.

Flowers by Steve Crisologo at Paradise Delight Florist

Dad bought this cigar when Nichelle was born and made a promise that he would smoke it on the day his baby girl got married. . .

The professional videographer for the day was Ashley Video.
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