Melanie & Connor McDonald

What better way to start off Valentines Day than a wedding post :) Connor and Melanie have such an amazing love about them. They are so sweet together but can bring the party on!! They have been together for as long as I can remember, and last year they got engaged and had only so much time to plan since Connor has now left for Army Boot Camp. We all went to High School together so this wedding was like a huge reunion for me!! Please enjoy these sweet images of their wedding <3

My trusty assistant Nick and I taking a photo opt for ourselves :)

~Please meet the McDonald's~

HWY 1 Adventure

Last Monday, Stephenson and I took full advantage of our days off and headed over the hill. Neither of us had ever been to Pebble Beach, so that was decided to be our first stop. So we headed over the hill around noon, hopped onto the 17 Mile drive along the coast, it was beautiful, a little chilly, but the views were amazing!! We didnt stop at every outlet they had for photo ops, but we did make sure to stop at the ones that caught our eyes.

...after a few hours of exploring Pebble Beach we hopped back onto HWY 1 and headed back North to Capitola for lunch. Now, we have a beach house in Capitola, so I have been there countless time, but never have I been to Margaritaville!! By the time we got into downtown the fog had cleared and it was absolutely beautiful, so we ate outside soaking in all of God's beauty and of course some yummy food :)

...After our belly's were full and our faces were burnt we walked around downtown for a few minuets making sure to stop at my favorite candy store and fill up on a bag of Taffy!! We then headed over to Santa Cruz Boardwalk and rode a few rides, we were lucky enough to be there at the $1 per ride time!! After about an hour there were hopped back onto HWY 1 North and headed to Davenport, to my favorite beach... Pelican Rock!! When we got there we were the ONLY ones there... it was a perfect way to end our adventure. Stephenson is from Colorado and has never touched the ocean, so this trip was all based around this monumental event happening!! We didn't count the pictures of him getting wet by the waves at Pebble Beach his "first" experience... But we were able to take our time here, enjoy each others company, some great conversation and of course the epic event of his first time touching the Pacific :)

Its not the breaths we take in life, but its the moments that take our breath away :)

Allee Goble

If you were to look in Websters dictionary under Silly, Lovable, Creative, Beautiful, Sweet or especially Mascot, you would find the words Allee Goble. This girl is so full of life, always up for any adventure!! When she came to me asking if I would photograph her for her Sr. Portraits I was so excited. We packed up the car with 3 bags full of clothes, shoes and accessories and prayed to God that my antique chair and 6ft ladder wouldn't fall/get stolen out of the back of the truck and headed on our way!! After an hour of laughter and smiles we called it a wrap.. Enjoy Allee, I'm so proud of you on your graduation and am excited to see where God is going to take you during your next stage in life!

The "Growning" Laing Family

Word cannot describe how much I love this little family, and how excited I am to meet baby Emily Marie!!! William and I grew up together, but ever since he met his beautiful wife Lauren, we've all grown closer together!! Lauren is one of my dearest friends, and is truly a blessing in my life, they both are! I cannot wait to see this amazing couple raise Emily!! I have com to Lauren and Will many times seeking advice for almost anything and everything, they are such a grounded couple, truly living through love, I can guarantee that I will be seeking more advice when it comes my turn to be the parent... cause this dynamic duo are going to be AMAZING parents :) I hope you enjoy these few shots I was able to capture of their little family!!

We love you Emily and cannot wait to meet you!!

Addie. Olivia. Sydney.

A 3 yr old and 1yr old twins... it was an adventure!!

An old friend of the family, Nori, was visiting with her husband Mike and these little beauties from her home in Georgia to celebrate her twins first birthday with friends and family. I laid eyes on them and said "pleeasse please please say we have time for a photo shoot!!" I was desperate, I probably would have got on my hand and knees and begged; I had to photograph them!! We were able to squeeze a mini 30 minute session in before they had to pack up and say their good byes to head back home. It was a true pleasure of mine to take pictures of these adorable little girls, thank you Barth family for squeezing me in.. enjoy :)

Addie...Olivia...
Sydney...Olivia & Sydney.. (Olivia right, Sydney left)