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I love the cinema. I could sit and watch movies for days on end. As a matter of fact growing up I always wanted to work in film (I did briefly and that’s a whole other story) as a set designer because I am fascinated by the attention to detail that goes into creating a story. The books on a shelf behind the main character, the color of the walls of the house, the type of furniture, these things tell the true story to me and begin to peel back the layers and reveal a little more about each character. It makes the story more personal.

This is the same approach I take to my images. You can call them photographs but I think of them as so much more. I want every frame to tell a story, more importantly your story. I want to capture the subtle details that make your day about you and the things that matter most in your life. I don’t have clients, I make new friends and as with any friendship I spend time to get to know you so I recognize the moments that are important to you, not just the ones that make a good image.

So please, sit back with a big cup of coffee (the more cream and sugar the better I say) and take a look at some of the stories I have had the privilege of telling and if you like what you see feel free to call anytime cause I love making new friends.

 

Laguna Cliffs Marriott, Laguna Beach- Susan + Brain – Married

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Laguna Cliffs Marriott, Will Parris, Funny exciting humorous. Link in engagement session

Thank you Susan and Brian for the joy of capturing your fun filled, loving and exciting wedding day. Many blessings throughout your marriage!

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Tanks, Coca Cola, Bats and Horses

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The Husband’s younger brother Joel graduated from basic training in the US Army. We flew out to Kentucky, Fort Knox to Celebrate and Support him in his career. Not having children of our own yet, I think this is the proudest I’ve ever felt for someone else. Joel has accomplished a lot in the last 15 weeks and yet doesn’t brag about a single thing. I admire that. He willing serves to protect our precious Freedoms both at home and abroad. I stand in awe of that. Here are a few pictures (off our point and shoot… enough said) of Private Joel Hendrickson!!

Before we took off for Fort Knox to watch Joel graduate the Army told us that Joel could get anywhere from 1 hour of leave to 2 weeks. The Husband and I planned on staying in Kentucky for 5 days on the hopes that Joel would get the weekend before his next post. When Joel received his orders he had 6 hours of leave. He was off to his new post in no time. So confidant and excited!

With a few days left on our trip we decided to see all that we could see. 1st stop the Coca Cola museum in Elizabethtown. If you know me… you know I’ll take a tour of anything. I just love tours. And I’m a total Coca Cola fan.

Elizabethtown has a ton of history… you may have heard about it because of Cameron Crowe

During one of our dinners a little 5 year old Lilly came up to our table and gave us portraits she had drawn of us :)  See the resemblance? This was a super fun highlight of our trip!

Kentucky is known for their Bourbon. Another tour? Why yes please?

For those of you who know the Husband, know that he is a huge Baseball fan. Fan is stating it lightly. Tour #3 :) Louisville Slugger. Check

About two hours before we were due to fly out, we decided to wrangle in another tour. Imagine who was prompting? Next up Churchill Downs!!

We took the tour… and that was… well a tour. Then we met Woody on the 2nd floor and got THE REAL TOUR!!! Best tour of my life to date. Woody was hilarious, charming and full of spunk! Can’t wait to connect again.

I’m a city girl to the core. While visiting Kentucky I fell in love with the country!! We live in a great Country. Thank you to all the Men and Women who server so selflessly and valiantly to protect our Country.

With In, about me

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Laguna Cliffs Marriott, Laguna Beach- Susan + Brain – Sneak Peek

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I know I’v said it before… I feel so lucky to be apart of so many intimate and special moments. The moments before you proclaim your love before close friends and family are filled with such excitement and anticipation that it’s hard to put into words.

Here is a little sneak peek to Susan and Brian’s special day.

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Old Ranch Country Club- Greg + Lauren- Album

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Your album is forever. The memories you share first about your wedding. Your children’s first look at your wedding. The love proclaimed between you two. This has to be one of my favorite albums. Without further au-du Greg and Lauren’s Wedding album.

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Old Ranch Country Club- Greg + Lauren- Married

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You may remember the super fun loving Greg and Lauren from their fun engagement session in Long Beach. Their super romantic wedding started off with a low key get together of friends and family. One of the things that I love about Greg and Lauren is how they value family. They value Relationships. This was well represented throughout their day. Their touching ceremony took place at the beautiful Mary Star of the Sea Catholic Church. The beauty of the Church could not compare to the beauty of Lauren. Their reception was celebrated at Old Ranch Country Club in Seal Beach. One of my favorite places and you can see why below.

Here are just a few of my favorite images from the day.

I was super thankful to have Shaun Austin along to capture their romantic day. Thank you Greg and Lauren for the joy of capturing your wedding day. Many blessings in your marriage!

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Lauren Crosby - Thank you so much for your kind words Ryel! We are forever grateful for your ability to capture some of the most memorable moments of our lives :)

Megan Beth - Awesome wedding Ryel! My favorite is the one with her head on his shoulder! It's so adorable, clean and crisp. Not to mention she is drop dead gorgeous. Great job capturing some amazing moments!