Picture Perfect Picnic

Playa del Rey, California

I've been super busy lately, which is good, but sometimes I forget to take a break. Today Michael and I went on a lovely picnic down the road from our place. I felt guilty relaxing when there's still photos to be edited - but I figured an hour or two away from my desk is good for the soul.

Juan & Cristina, Sitting in a Tree...

Los Angeles, California

I met the lovely Cristina and Juan for some engagement portraits.

It was super hot outside! We found refuge in the shade of a bamboo oasis.

The cute couple relaxes on some benches.

Fun with shadows.

Cristina has the best smile, and Juan knows how to make her laugh.

Thank you for a fun shoot! I'll see you soon at your wedding!!!

Birthday Party Photo Album

I love making photo albums. My philosophy is: Your photos will tell your story. Part of that is creating albums unique to you, whether for your wedding, birthday party or even portrait session. One idea is to make a story book for a kid's birthday party.

Special thanks to Michael for writing the story.

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Birthday Bash

Brentwood, California

This is Brooke, the cutest little girl ever. She just celebrated her 1st birthday with a big party. And her mom asked Polka Photos to take pictures of it all.

Brooke's mom threw one stylish party, complete with lots of balloons, including a capital B, a huge cupcake, and polka dots.

What would a birthday party be without cake?

There was music...

... and bubbles ...

... and a pony.

Even Piglet the dog was having fun!

Bye bye Brooke! Happy Birthday!!!

Me, Myself & I

Avila Beach, California

Last week we went to Avila Beach to photograph Melissa and Ryan's beautiful wedding. Michael shot this photo of me while I was taking groomsmen portraits. Actually I think I was asking them to give me their best GQ pose. I'll be posting those photos soon!

Crazy Circus

Los Angeles, California

Michael and I went to see the awesome Cirque Berzerk, a spectacle of acrobats, contortionists, trampoline artists and more. A demented Cirque du Soleil - think goth and burlesque, sex and death - all of the artists were simply amazing. I held my breath as they performed without a net. If you're in the LA area, their run has been extended - I highly recommend you check them out.

Happy 4th of July!!!

Playa del Rey, California

Hope you enjoy a beautiful day today with friends, family and fireworks.

Our friends Adam and Bekah joined us in Playa del Rey to watch the sky light up.

Happy Independence Day!