So Cal Beaches still the best

Now that I'm a transplanted OC to Bakersfield girl, it seems that the central coast is the place to go for a family beach day (and a beach photography session). I've learned my way around Pismo, Morro Bay, Paso and even Cambria and yes they are stunningly gorgeous. But, after this weekend's beach shoot at Newport Coast, I realized that I still feel most comfortable shooting in my old backyard. The fresh, blue sky and the smoothness where the sand and water meet was home to me...sigh. Now, if we could just do away with the traffic that stands (literally) between here and there!

The Schonauer family made that trek this weekend and it was so much fun playing in the sand and water. These two girls were about as cute as they come in little white dresses. I won't be making another trip down (or to the central coast beaches either) until the new year, but if you like this look let's talk and make a plan for the New Year.

Painting the town with Jeff and Tammy

Yep, we painted it up and down. Here's a couple shots, the rest will be up next weekend. We started in Seal Beach and ended with a crowd stopping performance at the Huntington Beach pier and had so much fun along the way. Jeff and Tammy's wedding is in 4 weeks and they are the kind of a couple that every photographer loves to shoot--fun seeking and willing to try anything! Thanks Jeff and Tammy for a great day of being creative. Can't wait for your wedding.

Karissa graduates from Monterey Bay Academy

What a weekend! Sunburned and pretty exhausted, but enriched nonetheless! My husband and I had the opportunity to travel to the Santa Cruz area for one of my favorite Bakersfield families. Karissa Torres graduated this weekend from Monterey Bay Acacademy in La Selva Beach. I was priveleged to be able to photograph her and twelve other graduates that day. Here's a couple pics of Karissa. The rest will be posted in a few weeks. Families like the Torres' make me so proud to do what I do. Thanks guys!

Los Osos painful on the feet

...but worth it in the end. What a beautiful family you have Alyce! Cameron was a trooper and the weather held perfectly. We had a lot of fun getting to know your family. Hope you enjoy browsing through your proofs. Check them out at http://www.mistydameron.com/.

We're going back to the beach again!

My next scheduled dates that I'll be back at the coast again are on July 11-13th. Give me a call to set up a time to photograph your family. These spots do fill up, so call me to reserve a time.

Los Osos is beautiful!

Check out the slide show from the Los Osos shoot with Ryan and Shelly at www.mistydameron.com/ryanshelly

Photographer sets record for longest hike to shoot location!

I think we officially logged about 3 miles up and back, but it was well worth it! Just when you think you're so tired, there was a tremendously steep hill to slide down. Of course, I'm the one who found the loose spot and slid down a little faster than I intended. Anything for the shot!

Andy & Stephanie's wedding in Cayucos

Congrats Jeff and Kari! See the rest at mistydameron.com/jk