Edmond + Elizabeth: International Party Time!

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Today I had the honor of photographing Edmond and Elizabeth's cross-cultural celebration. Guests and family came from Malaysia, Panama, Cameroon, India, Japan, Nigeria, just to name a few.... Here are a *few* of my favorite images from a fun-filled day!

Here's the lovely couple....

Even the flowers were in on the international theme! She scored a screamin' deal on the roses (shipped in from Columbia) and made the bouquets herself. (Here's the website she scored the roses from!)

As individuals and as a couple, these two are sweet as can be!

Such adoration!

On the lighter side.... These two weren't afraid to let loose and get silly. :)

Um.... yeah...... pretty much.... GORGEOUS!

More gorgeousness. Elizabeth has such a peaceful intensity about her.... I think it shows in her photos.

See what I mean?

And Edmond loves the camera.... he's quite the showman!

I adore this photo!

In Chinese tradition, it's customary that before the wedding ceremony, the couple serves tea to their parents. Here, Edmond and Elizabeth serve her parents, who flew all the way in from Panama.

After an amazing ceremony where Edmond serenaded Elizabeth (and later, they sang a duet!), we moved on to the party... where guests enjoyed Chinese food, great music, and a gorgeous cake... made by Elizabeth herself! (I can confirm, it was indeed, delicious. She insisted I bring a piece home for Emir... who definitely agreed!)

Few dance floors get burned up like this one! This group had the most incredible energy and fun-loving spirit about them. They served up great tunes and a never-ending collection of dance moves.

I'm told that in Nigeria, it's customary to "shower the couple" with cash. Similar to the dollar dance done here... only, you don't have to wait in line... you just toss it into a pile on the dance floor. Like it's 'raining money.'

Thank you SO much for including me in your one-of-a-kind celebration you two! You are both so blessed with amazing family and friends, and I am honored to have joined in for the day. Have a wonderful time in Miami.... I can't wait to hear all about it!

Cute Cousin Mania

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This was the second time I had the honor of photographing this super cute group of cousins. I think they're all bound for super model greatness.... can you even stand their adorableness?!

Some hula hoop action....

Lounging by the pool side...

Up and coming hula hoop action...

Just when you thought it couldn't get any cuter, bring on the pet bunnies!

A Matilda Jane dress knocks the cuteness meter off the charts....

New baby sis....

One grouping of cousins....

Another set of cousins.... Little Cohen was recently joined by twin siblings. He's a new big bro!

Their mom really has her hands full... literally!

Last but not least... my favorite picture of Cohen. I shot this while he was in 'time out.' Too cute!

Introducing... Caden!

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This little guy made his debut into the world in June. I had the honor of photographing his parents' wedding and later... his mom's belly when she was pregnant. Without further ado, here's...... Caden!

This was the moment he thought mom's lap could use a rinse....

I love how he's so curled up and snuggly....

Here he is reaching out to touch mom's face.... adorable.

I love his little belly button in this shot....

So great to meet you Caden.... nice work. You're a pro already!

Sarah + Brett: Love Shoot Mega Post

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I am so pumped to be shooting Sarah & Brett's wedding next June. They are such a fun couple... and Sarah's laugh is so contagious! The three of us got together for a little bike riding/photo taking... these are a *few* of my faves... :)

Love that laugh!

Holding hands and riding is WAY harder than it looks!

This shot looks 'dreamy' to me.... aren't they adorable?

This shot is dripping with nostalgia... I love it!

Reminds me of a vintage post card... love it!

Too cute.

I am so stoked for your wedding you two! Thanks for all the laughs on your love shoot!

Elizabeth: Senior Fun!

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Elizabeth and I had quite the adventure as we bopped around town for her senior pics. We stopped at the house of their friend who has an award winning garden and a fabulous lawn! Here's Elizabeth enjoying the greenery.... :)

Whoa.... look out! :)

Shortly after this shot, we discovered a purse laying in the grass nearby. It looked like it had been stolen (it was empty and the strap looked like it had been cut). Like a good citizen, when our shoot was over, I promptly drove it to the police station near my house.

I have a kind of compulsion to return missing/lost things to their rightful owner. I've been known to track people down on the other side of the country to return something I found on a bus... and one time, my mom ordered a purse from an online retailer, and it arrived complete with random items left from someone who had bought it and later returned it (without emptying it fully!). It's fun to track these people down and get their stuff back to them. Imagine how happy and surprised they are! Yay!

Love it!

Who knew something so simple (white wall and random chair?) could look so awesome. Way to rock it Elizabeth!

Now... that's just plain silly.....

So fun Elizabeth. Thanks for trusting me with your senior photos. Enjoy the rest of your summer!

Hannah: Drop it Like It's Hot!

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We had so much fun on Hannah's shoot, we were even treated to Starbucks... (Thanks Mary!)

I loved the way Hannah was up for anything... even when I said, "Can you sit here and drape yourself over the edge of the table?" Look how she rocks it! I LOVE this photo.

She was great at letting go and just relaxing in front of the camera.... This is another fave.

Scarves are always fun to shoot with....

Here's something with a little more 'drama.'

How adorable is this?!

I love the sophistication in this one... nice work Hannah!

Thanks for your patience Hannah.... enjoy! :)

Senior: Miss Caitlyn

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Caitlyn hails from the big O... and brought her funky self in for senior photos a few weeks ago. I've been chompin' at the bit to get them finished as soon as possible.... Here are a few of my faves....

This is my {#1} fave... I love the expression on her face....

Shooting through a chair... so fun!

Mysterious.... nicely done!

We needed a piano shot.... gotta love the flare!


Thanks Caitlyn! Enjoy the rest of your photos and what's left of the summer. Have a great year!