The Horse Whisperer

Well, Lizzie certainly fits the bill as a horse whisperer as far as I'm concerned. She's calm, soft spoken and very in control of that horse. Well, Wanda had apparently had enough for the day. Thank goodness we got some amazing shots before she decided to feel the wind whistling through her mane. Wanda spent much of that day winning awards at the Kern County fair, and apparently wasn't in the mood for much a photoshoot later in the day. Towards the end of our shoot, she decided enough was enough and she took off!! Sometimes I think a photographer's life would make a great reality series. This would have made a hilarious episode. Cool hand Lizzie running through Hart Park, trying to get a handle on Wanda who was wearing no bridle (of course not, the pictures are much prettier without one!). But all's well that ends well and we all had some great laughs to boot. I don't think Lizzie's senior pics would have been nearly as meaningful without her trusted companion Wanda. Thanks for the memories Clantons!

Grad Season

It's that wonderful time of year, seniors with a bad case of senior-itis making their final debut in their high schools for one last time. Bakersfield Christian High School seems to have put out some great students over the years! And this year is no exception. I'm so blessed to meet such amazing families whose children attend this wonderful school. Vinnie is a one such talented student. He'll graduate this Spring. Here's a couple shots, but the rest are on my website. Check them out.

If you're a graduating senior and would like to express yourself in a unique way, please give me a call! I'd love to consult with you on how to create senior portraits that are as unique as you.

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!

Meet My Sister!

I've known this client for 31 years now and I think, although I'm sure I'm biased, she's the most beautiful woman I've ever had the privelege of photographing--inside and out. And, yes, she's single. And, no, Natanya I won't edit this post! She lives in Venice Beach and is an actress, documentary film maker and the producer and booking agent of String Theory, the most amazing musical experience ever. And yes, I'm incredibly proud of her. This is not to leave my other amazing sister out of the story, I'll be shooting her soon and will brag equally on her behalf! Check out the rest of Natanya's pictures on my proofing gallery.

CSUB Senior ready to graduate

Even college grads should get the opportunity of having fun senior portraits done...Laura Brown will graduate from CSUB next month in Liberal Studies. We had a fun day yesterday in downtown Bakersfield. The rest of the pics will be up by next weekend, here's a couple fun ones.

Another Beautiful Senior!

And chalk up another point for some cool spots in Bakersfield. Call to book your unique Senior photoshoot and express yourself!

Thanks Courtney!

I think we covered most of Bakersfield during our shoot, but it was a blast doing it! I can't wait for you to see the rest of the shots.

Seniors Self Express

More and more seniors are opting for a different setting for their senior portraits and I absolutely LOVE IT! Meet Bren, he'll graduate this June and we had a lot of fun walking the streets of Bakersfield and seeing what our eyes would land on. Click here to see more. Good job Bren and great teeth (good job Mom!).