Eat Your Heart Out pt.2

I've said it before and I'll say it again. Ashley Michelle is a beast in the kitchen! While we were designing the shoot I ate and nibbled until I couldn't taste test any more. I mean it's okay to eat delicious treats at 1a.m. as long as your having fun and shooting right?! I can't say enough about her amazing creations. These little babies are a great gift for the holidays. You can check out Ashley Michelle's blog. Drop her a line....or a box or two or three...I'm just sayin :)

Jasmine Star Workshop

I have been following Jasmine Star's photo blog for about a year now. I fell in love with the way she spoke about her clients. I loved how she was completely in love with photography. She inspired me to push myself and we'd never met. So naturally when I found out she was hosting a workshop in November I quickly registered knowing that the seats would sell out faster than a Janet concert. How could I not jump at the chance to learn from someone that I admired so much?!

The workshop was an unbelievable experience to say the least. Jasmine and her husband JD were so incredibly humble and welcoming. I honestly feel that I am a better photographer from what I learned. Thank you for sharing your experiences with me and helping me better identify who I am and what I can do with my craft :)

                                                            Check out Jasmine at work.

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Newborn: Stella Cruz

November 17th was the due date, but on October 11th 2009 Ms. Stella Cruz Thedford came into this world with her arms stretched out wide. I couldn't wait to meet her and now I can't wait to watch her grow. Last weekend Stella had her first photo shoot and I had my first try at shooting a newborn. I have to say I felt bad about moving her around so much. I mean if you were sleeping and someone was moving you around you'd probably be upset (I'm just sayin haha). But she was a trooper. Stellla auntie loves you :)

Quicky Session

Unexpected photo shoots are always a great surprise. Anytime I don't have to pull someone in front of the camera I'm all for it. Like when my home girl Casandra called me up to get a couple of shoots one saturday. With no agenda we started the session with random conversation and a tale about her recent vegas trip. We only shot for about 20 minutes but I think we got some great shots. Cas claims she didn't know what she was doing in front of my camera, but I beg to differ.

You's a Party Animal !!

Sooooooo all I can say is I love this tasty treat. I had like 4 servings of this and didn't feel guilty. The homemade short bread was so fluffy and light melting all my whoas of the week away. Ashley Michelle knows just what she's doin' and I aint mad at her.

Garrin Soloman

I'm a godmother....it's such an amazing thing. This little baby boy will soon be coming to me for advice on girls and I already know I'm gonna loose my mind. I'm so protective of him. The sweet baby smell puts me in a state of happiness that no one can touch. I took these pictures back in April when he was just 6 weeks old. Even though he and his family live half a country away I think of him everyday. I love you G Baby (that's the nick name I've given him hehe) ....can't wait to see you again.

Amanda Moore : Headshots

I'm one lucky girl. All of my friends are intelligent, beautiful and vivacious! Most of my friendships have been effortless. Happening without us even knowing, but always a perfect fit. Amanda is one of those girls. You know the type. The kind of girl that can command a room with her smile and personality. The kind of girl that could be awesomely dangers, but choses the sweet route. When Amanda asked me to take her first head-shots I was like lets do it! It was a first for me too. This was the first head-shots I've ever taken. We had a good time trying different angels and playing with facial expressions. Amanda girl you are on your way!

Make Up by: Erin Mouffet