I don't even have a title for this one.

I had a dream. Literally. And in that dream was this photo of Marilyn Monroe:

I wouldn't say I'm a HUGE Marilyn fan. I do love her, I do admire and adore so many of her photos and images. I enjoy her movies. But I don't know much about her, and I certainly don't spend much time thinking about her. That's why this dream was so curious. What was even more curious was that as soon as I woke, I had a flash in my mind of my friend, professional Lindy Hop dancer, Nikki Marvin, wearing her Lindy sneakers while posing as Marilyn. Weird, right? I know. What can I say? Sometimes creativity comes from weird places in the brain.

Lucky for me, Nikki was down for the cause. She threw together a vintage outfit (all purchased at local vintage shopping mecca, Elsewhere Vintage) and spent all day doing her own hair and makeup. Commitment, people. That's why I love this woman.

Here are just a few of our impromptu shoot. Nikki does such an incredible job of capturing not just the look, but the energy and essence of what I love about the original photo. She's casual, but elegant, and even though she spent hours in hair and makeup, she looks like she just rolled out of bed looking like a superstar. I couldn't be more ecstatic.

Thank you so much, Nikki. Love.  

 



2011 Fall Mini Sessions!

An Elegant Backyard Wedding - Part Two {Santa Ana Wedding Photographer}

I won't distract you with silly words when the images of these two celebrating their love can speak for themselves. I will say, however, that when the groom's wedding vows include the phrase 'smokin' hot', you know you're in for a good time.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Shawnee and Evan, my wish for you is that the love and support you were given by your family and friends on this day will carry on through your marriage, and that for the rest of your lives, you will look at each other just like this.

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An Elegant Backyard Wedding- Part One, the Details {Santa Ana Wedding Photographer}

When I met with Shawnee, she told me the plan for the day. Evan, her groom, has family that owns three different houses on one block. Not just ANY block, mind you. A historical, beautiful, landmark street in Santa Ana, where every house is different, every house is stunning, and every house is a small piece of history. (not to mention massive, by Orange County terms). Their plan was for the bride and bridesmaids to get ready at one house, have the ceremony at another house, then have the reception at the last house. A progressive wedding day. It sounded epic. 

I couldn't have even anticipated the gorgeousness that is these homes. I couldn't have guessed the generosity that it takes for not one, but THREE families to open their homes completely. I couldn't have even imagined how loving, supportive, and surrounded by joy this day was to be. But it was all this, and more.

Here's the first look at some of the wonderful details that helped make this day so special for Shawnee and Evan.

 

 

Hair & Make-Up: Tami Ball; Mane Moves & Body Works

Cake: Ginger Amalong

Flowers: Erica; Albertsons - Irvine Blvd

Tuxedos: Friar Tux

Wedding gown and Bridemaid Dresses: David's Bridal

Linens: Anar Party Rental

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Housekeeping

Okay, first thing's first. I'm changing up my workflow a bit, and hopefully it will have some great results for my clients. Admittedly, my turnaround time has been slow at times, and I'm doing my best to get your images edited and in your hands faster and faster. Software, scheduling, and internal admin stuff will all be re-vamped, and re-adjusted. Part of that new process is blogging weddings within two weeks of the event. I appreciate all of you who chose me, all of you who want me to be the one to capture the images of your life, your family, your love. I take that responsibility personally, and I feel that I can now deliver to you the products and service that you deserve.

Thanks for choosing me.

Steph

Shawnee and Evan {Sneak Peek}

Shawnee and Evan, thank you so much for asking me to be a small part of your incredible day. Here's your sneak peek- many more to come from your beautiful wedding!



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