Photo Chico

Katie and Richard

2011-07-17T16:15:00.000-07:00

Katie and Richard chose Canyon Oaks Country Club for their summer wedding, my favorite venue.

Richard returned home from Afghanistan just days before their wedding, to a very relieved bride!

Katie's "something old" was the prettiest brooch, a gift from her bridesmaid.

They looked just like a fairy tale couple!

Cigars were enjoyed by all after the ceremony....

.... a then the party really started!

Congratulations, Richard and Katie!

Melissa and Dave

2011-07-17T15:43:00.000-07:00

Melissa and Dave live in New York but decided to get married in California; home of their families and where they grew up.

Melissa was the most elegant bride. So graceful.

There is something very Grace Kelly about Melissa, don't you think?

... and look at this groom! So debonnaire....

Thanks for choosing me to share your day, Melissa and Dave!

Ashley and Jake

2011-07-17T15:09:00.000-07:00

Ashley and Jake are getting married next summer in a country ranch setting. We took their engagement photos on a cool spring day at a very old house.

They are the sweetest couple. Very cuddly and up for just about anything.

I am so looking forward to their big day!

Thanks, Jake and Ash!

Liam

2010-11-01T22:13:00.000-07:00

Oh, what can I say about this little guy? He's so little...

.... and so perfect....

.... and so, so loved.

And he has the sweetest little bum you've ever seen!

Thanks, Lauren and Kevin!

John

2010-11-01T22:02:00.000-07:00

John is a great guy. Funny, charismatic, and good looking, too!

Oh.... and did I mention he's single?

Thanks, John!

Alyse and Clayton

2010-11-01T21:56:00.000-07:00

Alyse and Clayton are the sweetest couple. She's a little quirky, he's a little vintage. Together they are perfect.

They decided to get married next to a beautiful stream on what turned out to be a gorgeous evening.

It could not have been more perfectly "them". Intimate, elegant and very fun.

Check out those dancing shoes!!

Congratulations, Clayton and Alyse!

Richard & Katie

2010-08-02T15:09:00.000-07:00

Richard and Katie are getting married next summer. They plan to have a candy table with various yummy goodies and a few photos mixed in, so Shubert's Candy Shop was a perfect place to take vintage engagement photos.

Richard is serving in the US Marines and Katie is in in her last semester at CSU Chico.

Their long distance relationship is about to get even longer ....
Richard ships out to Afghanistan next month!

Katie will be doing a lot of telephone consultations with Richard to make all of their wedding plans, and he should make it home a couple of weeks before their big day.

I can't wait to see what they have planned for their wedding in July. I hope the sparks they ignite that day last a lifetime!

Irma and Raul

2010-06-21T21:35:00.000-07:00

These lovebirds dated for a long, long time. They learned how to manage a long distance relationship with Raul in Southern California....

And Irma finishing college in Northern California.

They chose the most perfect venue for their big wedding and reception, and the weather was breezy and warm. Six bridesmaids, six groomsmen, and the sweetest ring-bearer ever!

After the ceremony and photos with the families, we took a little drive to capture intimate portraits of the newlyweds.

The university campus (Irma's alma mater) seemed the most fitting, and beautiful, place to capture the emotion of the day.

Congratulations, Irma and Raul!

Now go cash in some of those frequent-flyer miles!

Molly & Jared

2010-05-26T21:45:00.000-07:00

They started out friends. They drifted apart. Then they bumped into each other and saw something different; something special....

.... and a few happy years passed.

Then one day he bought a ring, and asked her a very big question.

So she bought herself a dress!

She gathered her girls...

.... and he rounded up his posse.

And they found the cutest little girls to help.

Molly and Jared had a beautiful spring country club wedding.

that turned into quite a party!

They are such a great couple!

I am honored they chose me to photograph their big day.

Congratulations, Molly and Jared!

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Eric, Monica, Savannah, and Shiloh

2010-05-14T15:51:00.000-07:00

Eric, Monica and the girls met me on the CSUC campus for their family sitting on a beautiful spring day.

The girls looked so sweet in their blue dresses with satin sashes.

Savannah is the older sister, she's a little mischievous.

and Shiloh is the baby sister, just as sweet as can be!

We had a lot of fun.....

and got a lot of hugs.

Thanks for a great day, Eric and Monica!

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Karin

2010-05-01T17:57:00.000-07:00

Karin had her Senior Session today.

We met on a beautiful spring day to take a walk though her back yard.... Bidwell Park.

Karin has the easiest smile....

and she's really sweet to boot!

Thanks, Karin!

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Bobby & Emily

2010-04-27T23:03:00.000-07:00

I have been looking forward to this wedding for some time. They are so fun to work with, and Emily has a great eye for color and design. Every detail was perfect, every flower in place.

She was the most elegant bride.

They married under a tree at a gazebo in 80 degree spring weather. Who could ask for more?

Bobby and Emily were so easy going....

Their day went off without a hitch.

Of course, having a good sense of humor makes it really easy!

And the walking off into the sunset part? Yep, it happened, too!

Congratulations, Bobby and Emily!

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Bryana

2010-04-25T15:23:00.000-07:00

Bryana is a senior at Pleasant Valley High School. She picked a great time to have her senior portraits taken....

The new grass was green, flowers were everywhere, and she looked beautiful!

We had a lot of fun with her shoot...

But we should have brought some bug spray!!

Thanks for being a trooper, Bryana!

Kylie & Andrew

2010-03-14T17:49:00.000-07:00

Kylie and Andrew are exchanging vows in the fall. We got together for engagement/save-the-date photos.

Cute, huh?

They were joking and laughing with each other the whole session.

... and were very willing to play with different ideas!

I wish them the best wedding and the brightest future.

Thanks for the fun day, Kylie and Andrew!

Bobby & Emily

2010-03-07T20:00:00.000-08:00

Emily is stylish. Bobby is funny. They are both very photogenic, so I was just along for the ride on a beautiful spring day!

We started their engagement shoot on old Highway 32, then we moved on to Downtown Chico.

Madison Bear Garden was a must as it was the beginning of this couple's story.

They were up for anything and had some fantastic ideas, which made my job really easy!

I am really looking forward to shooting their wedding this spring.

Thanks for asking me, Em & Bobby!

Molly & Jared

2010-03-06T18:43:00.000-08:00

Molly and Jared are getting married this spring. They joined me for a downtown tour to take their engagement photos.

They battled traffic, weather, high heels and tricky posing. They should be well prepared for their big day!

Molly and Jared are a modern couple, so we chose an urban environment. We incorporated historic buildings and the Plaza Fountain.

Their wedding color is green. Perfect for spring (and balloons!)

They are so sweet together....

And we ended the shoot on the CSU Chico campus.

I can't wait for the wedding!

Thanks, Molly and Jared!

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Levi

2010-01-11T15:16:00.000-08:00

If we truly are the sum of our parts, Levi has it all wrapped up.

To mark his 1 year birthday, we photographed this cute little guy in his birthday suit....

He was so good for the camera, and had lots of smiles....

But mainly, he just wanted to see how the camera worked. And then take it apart.

Thanks for letting me play, Levi!

Keene

2009-12-14T15:20:00.000-08:00

I met Keene at the Chico State campus for his senior sitting.

He brought his favorite books along.

It was freezing cold, but Keene was a trooper!

Thanks, Keene!

Enloe Hospital

2009-12-07T22:24:00.000-08:00

Enloe Hospital held their annual holiday party this weekend with a theme of "Live from the Red Carpet".

Everyone was dressed in their finest attire,

and the party was a huge success!

Thanks, Sara!

Daria & Alan

2009-11-23T19:57:00.000-08:00

This is the story of a beautiful princess.....

.... and a handsome prince.

They had a very traditional wedding ceremony....

.... invited all of their friends to see....

.... and became Mrs. and Mr. Prince Charming....

.... with a twist!

Then they partied like rock stars....

.... with mustaches....

.... and a swing band.

Every detail was perfect....

.... and they lived happily ever after.

Thanks for letting me be part of your day, Daria & Alan!

Oh, Willie!

2009-11-16T14:28:00.000-08:00

Activist. Photographer. Friend.

I have been wanting to photograph Willie for some time. This weekend I finally got my chance......

Thanks Willie!

The Weller Family

2009-11-15T21:51:00.000-08:00

The Weller's are a really fun young family. The kids had me laughing the whole sitting!

This is one good-looking family!

Oh, and did I mention how cute these kids are?

Thanks, Weller family!

Grace, Rob, and Graffin

2009-11-15T21:35:00.000-08:00

Today, I was honored to take Grace's first baby portraits.

I have photographed Grace many times over the years, and she's never looked so beautiful.

Her new little man will live with lots of laughter....

.... and lots of love.

Chuck & Jasmine

2009-11-01T16:10:00.000-08:00

Jasmine and Chuck were the most relaxed, easy going bride and groom I’ve ever worked with! Their day was perfect…. 75 degrees, beautiful fall leaves, perfect soft lighting. Every detail picture-perfect. Thanks, C & J, for letting me be part of your day!

Jasmine and the girls.

Beautiful bride.

Last minute adjustments....

Handsome groom.

Uh-oh!

The finest bridal party.

Mr. & Mrs.!

Yeah!

Congratulations!