Headshots & Boudoir in One Session

Last month, I held a "Random Like" contest on Facebook, and Rebecca was the lucky winner.
To celebrate my page's third birthday on Facebook, I posted a short message saying I would choose one "like" from that message to receive a FREE photo session. There were only a few people who replied, making it a short list of possible winners.

I met with Rebecca to discuss the type of photos she wanted, and we came up with a dozen ideas for poses and styles. We started off with formal head shots, and moved on to pinup and then boudoir.

While she was very shy about what to show and what to cover up, she warmed up to the camera rather quickly, and soon felt much more comfortable in my studio. By taking it slow, and starting with head shots, she got a feel for how I take photos and I was able to observe her mannerisms and incorporate her natural posture in the way I asked her to pose. Near the end of the session time, she was getting into my prop box and going through my wardrobe collection trying on different outfits and playing for the camera.

Below are a selection of images from our session:

Weddings - Revisiting Pasadena

Although my portrait studio is located in Farmington, New Mexico,

this particular wedding took place in Pasadena, California

This couple was married overlooking the ocean near Pasadena, California. After the ceremony, we traveled to an old Spanish mission for some beautiful photos. I was able to work with the bride and groom away from the wedding guests and family so we could focus on their interaction with one another. Below, you will find a selection of my favorite images from their wedding day.

Weddings - Revisiting Fort Collins

I realized recently that I have not posted any wedding photos to this site since it began. I have only been adding images from my most recent portrait sessions, and failed to include wedding photos I have taken in the past. I will be posting some of my favorite wedding photos from the past over the next month to make up for the oversight.

Although my portrait studio is located in Farmington, New Mexico,

this particular wedding took place in Fort Collins, Colorado.

It is an honor to be the person asked to capture a day of memories that will be cherished for a lifetime. My focus is on the interaction of the bride and groom, and their connection to each other. My one-on-one time with the bride and groom is my chance to capture their love.