We met up with Kathryn and Steve at Bluebird Beach in Laguna Beach. He grew up around there so we knew exactly where to go to get the shots we wanted. Let me tell ya, this couple is really fun to photograph! They are so cute together, you can easily see how much in love they are through the photos. For example, we told them it'd be fun to get some running shots on the beach and they just sprinted off racing each other at full speed. Check out the photos to see what I mean.

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There is the famous Bluebird Beach backdrop.



Any closeup shot of Kathryn reveals a picture-perfect smile.






Focused on the ring.



I just love the emotion of this shot, with the hands held together and her graceful glance downwards.



There's the silliness coming out of those two.



Natural, genuine laughs are often so beautiful.



They kicked off their sandals so high in the air and watched as it fell to the sand.



We then hopped on over to the park nearby where Steve used to hang out as a little kid.



I can't stress enough how a real genuine laugh shows up great in photos.



I love how soft the light is, both on their faces and the trees behind them.



There was no way they were not going to get on the swings for the shoot.



Just another chance for them to snuggle.



This was a funny scene because there were two people to my left doing their taxes on the bench, and we're here doing an engagement shoot ten feet away.


I can't wait for the wedding!

The annual Orange County Child Abuse Prevention Center Athletes and Aces Casino Night was held at the Island Hotel's Palm Garden in Newport Beach. The event is hosted by baseball great Robb Nenn and his wife Jendy, and includes many other athletes that contribute to such a great cause. I'm so glad I had the opportunity to shoot this event because it's a star-studded event and filled with fun.


Chris Pronger of the Anaheim Ducks watches as two attendees square off in a Nintendo Wii baseball game.



Charitable Anaheim Ducks Jean-Sebastien Giguere and Samuel Pahlsson pose with the Stanley Cup.



Signed sports memorabilia were donated by the sponsors and sold via a silent auction. "Jiggy" so happened to be in the background so I quickly snapped a shot of this Ducks jersey.



Former Angel Chuck Finley being playful.



Robb and Jendy speaking to the crowd. I admire athletes who take the time out to really give back to the community. You can tell how much they care by all the time and effort they put into it.



Darin Erstad signs the harley that was sold off during the live auction.



Jim Everett has a good laugh on the bike.



Darin and Jessica Erstad, another great couple who help with this cause.

We met up with Michelle and Tom in downtown San Juan Capistrano by the Train Depot for their engagement shoot. We're excited to shoot their wedding next month in Laguna Beach at Pacific Edge. Michelle and Tom were a fun couple to work with. They were very easy going and they had no problems being themselves and being silly with each other. There were many sweet moments. Here are a few that caught my eye.


This was an antique train on display by the main office at the Train Depot.


I love the red color of the train.


Luckily, the train was late so we sneaked in a few shots on the tracks.




Here's a sweet moment as we walked around the downtown area.


This is one of my favorites. The colorful leaves added a nice touch to the shot.




The weather was a little chilly but beautiful. I wanted to capture this shot with the sun glaring behind them.




Here's Michelle and Tom sitting in front of The Ramos House Cafe. This is their favorite spot to visit whenever they're in the area.


I love the way he holds her hand here, and the background is so smooth!