Apr 22, 2020 | Life Behind the Lens, Vendor Spotlight
I’ve known Sara for several years because we did a photo shoot together. We hit it off and have been friends ever since. In the beginning of 2019, I desperately needed a new officiant, and she applied. She had no officiating experience, but she had the perfect...
Apr 1, 2020 | Life Behind the Lens, Vendor Spotlight
I’ve known Summer since 2004 when we were in the same beauty school class. I remember the first day I saw her. She was so quiet and shy that for a long time, no one really noticed her. She was only 18 and I was 28, and I quickly took her under my wing. We became...
Mar 26, 2020 | Elopements, Life Behind the Lens, Weddings
A few weeks ago, I was doing something so mundane I can’t remember what it is, and I suddenly realized, “OHMYGOD, I’ve been in business fifteen years!” It’s been such a crazy ride that I didn’t even realize it. So I put together...
Feb 27, 2020 | Life Behind the Lens, Wedding Planning
I often say that weddings are like a theatrical show. You have two lead actors, supporting cast, costumes, a set, and an audience. If you’re a bride currently planning a wedding, you understand the pressure that comes from family, tradition, and social media....
Oct 23, 2019 | Life Behind the Lens, Models
Mari and I are opening our very own online vintage clothing store! We’re very excited about this venture, and thrilled to tell all of you about it. On January 11, 2020, The Vintage Eclectic will launch an online only store with hundreds of true vintage pieces....
Apr 23, 2018 | Life Behind the Lens
First things first… I’m a terrible client. I used to do hair and makeup, so that automatically makes me a nightmare. (Sorry Summer.) More than that, I’m always nervous about getting in front of the camera. I scheduled our Yosemite portraits with...