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.

 

Pensacola, Steve and Joy= Multiplied

I had the extreme honor of flying out to Pensacola Florida to capture my great friend Joy and her decorated husband Steve. Their love for each other is so strong and an amazing example of marriage. Joy -you are such an encourager, compassionately supportive and always living life with humor and a smile. I admire and love you!

The three of us headed to downtown Pensacola to snap a few frames in remembrance of their time there. Here are a few of my favorites:


Pensacola was delightful. Everyone I met was so welcoming. Thank you!!! Steve and Joy, thank you for your hospitality and delicious home-cooked meals.

brianna phelan - Oooh sexay!! Love the shots of her up on the window ledge :)

Kristina Marshall - Aww these are so cute! I miss you so much Joy! Great work Ryel :-)

Joy Watson - Ryel, oh how I adore you. These are so beautiful. I'm so excited and can't thank you enough for coming out to visit and photograph us. You're amazing!

Pensacola, Steve and Joy= Sneak Peek

Los Angeles, Mike and Anna= Album

super fun engagement album for your viewing pleasure:

Joy Watson - Ryel, so cute! I love your albums.

Los Angeles, Mike and Anna= Love Accepted

I’m not sure f you’re ready for the viewing spectacular that is about to take place. Are you sitting down? Well that’s a start. Mike and Anna met with me and stating laying out their plans for their stellar wedding. I was just in love with all I was hearing. Their style and vibe I know is going to make for some major eye candy come their wedding posts. We headed to downtown, LACMA most specifically, to shoot what we see. And greatness ensued. Here are a few of my favorites from their session.

Tony - I liked the pic of the hat in focus with the couple out of focus in the background. Nice job! :)a

Los Angeles, Mike and Anna= Sneak Peek

Anna is Mike’s muse. Mike is Anna’s rock. Mike proclaimed his love for Anna and she accepted! I love their style. Here is a sneak peek into their very stylish downtown engagement session.