Justin and Ashley are engaged!

Not only did I get to hang out at another winery last week - I also got to hang out w/ some great people who are celebrating their engagement! We found ourselves at Bernardo Winery, where the great people that run the ol' place let us wander all over and just have a great afternoon. Thanks Annie!

I have to tell you (and yes, I know... it ages me to admit this...) I've known Ashley since she was maybe only 3 years old... and it's so great to see that she has blossomed into such a wonderful young lady. I got to shoot her graduation pictures a few years back ... and on that day I kept thinking to myself "BUT!!! She's still only 8 years old! How can this be?!"

Well, now the young girl has found herself a nice young man.... I'd like to introduce Justin and Ashley! Justin - you better take good care of her!











And then as we were walking out, past a wall we had walked by a dozen times.... I saw this... and knew it had to be a good sign...

Ian Charles Graff

A few Sundays ago I was given the opportunity, as Auntie Lori, to capture the moment when Debbie and Jon dedicated their son to the Lord. The Graffs were surrounded by family and friends - with the sole purpose of committing to do best by Ian Charles Graff. We prayed together for wisdom for Debbie and Jon as they raise their son in a godly manner. And we prayed that the days and years ahead for baby Ian would be nothing short of God's will.

Here are some of the precious moments from the day...

Welcome to a winery...

This past Sunday morning I awoke to lightning and thunder!!! And if you know me well you know this makes me a very happy woman! But my thoughts immediately turned to the wedding I had later in the day...


The morning rains were welcomed but they moved on rather quickly. Left behind was a beautiful wedding day at South Coast Winery in Temecula – just for Shane and Jennifer’s enchanting day. Below are some of my favorites from the day...


As you'll see, it turned out to be a phenomenal day...


Thank you, Shane and Jennifer for the opportunity to be with you (and your fun family and friends) on your special day!

Any many thanks to the boys of Studio 512 for a great shoot! It's always a pleasure!