Beach Engagement Photos in San Diego

What a blast it was getting to capture Travis and Amanda’s Engagement photographs! They are so easy going and can turn anything into a laugh! For the last photograph at the beach session, I begged tem to sit as close to the water as possible and enjoy the sunset. They trusted me that the long exposure was gonna turn out really cool. And the 5th or 6th try did turn out just as I hoped with a buttery soft shoreline washing over them!  Sorry guys, I hope the wet butts were worth it.

After their San Diego beach engagement photography session we decided to take a stroll through the city and capture some more romantic shots. La Jolla was perfect for this, because of the gorgeous architecture and warm city lights. As a photographer who loves natural light I shy away from the night. But this city night engagement session really opened my mind about new possibilities. I think my favorite shot from the session was this long exposure photograph where Travis and Amanda are kissing in the middle of the street with the cars zooming past them. This wasn’t photoshopped, this is straight out of the camera with a few minor adjustments to contrast and color in Adobe Lightroom.

Trav and Manda were truly meant for each other, and not just because they already have the same last name! They both have huge hearts and they both make each other smile. They are high school sweethearts and so excited to be getting married in June 2011. Travis is basically building Amanda a house and we are hoping it will be move in ready by the wedding. Knowing Trav I bet it will be done, if not we will have to call in the “House Crashers” from HGTV when they are on their honeymoon! 

Wedding Photography at the Bermuda Dunes Country Club in Palm Springs

I was so excited when Jason referred me to his best friend Jeff, and recommended me to photograph his wedding in Palm Springs. Not just because referrals are great, but because I already new what an awesome guy Jeff was from school! After I met Mindy I was even more excited because it was obvious how perfect they are for each other. Getting to be around their circle of people is like being in an episode of ‘Friends’. I love the all the history and great friendships that have been strong for so many years, and of course the jokes and trash talking are so much fun.

Being a Wedding Photographer in Palm Springs is a dream. The colors are amazing there and the weather is great 90% of the year! This was the first wedding reception at the Bermuda Dunes Country Club. What a spectacular venue for wedding photography, the grounds are beautiful! From the Waterfalls, rolling grassy hills and huge trees, there just isn't enough time for all the photographs I wanted to capture. The reception hall is awesome too with an amazing view looking over the water and the bar is HUGE. 

The joy and emotions on Jeff and Mindy’s wedding day were immense and I believe this really shows in their wedding photographs. Everyone was so excited for them to get married and celebrate their new life together at husband and wife!!! I think Mindy was smiling the entire day! In fact, even when the cameras were turned in the other direction she was smooching Jeff and smiling.

Getting to be apart of their wedding day was such a blessing and I pray the best for them. Thanks again Jeff and Mindy for for trusting me with something so priceless.

…and they lived happily ever after!

Maternity Photography in Temecula

The day before baby Patrick was born I had the pleasure of photographing his parents in park near our home in Temecula. I recently had a baby and so I am familiar with the well… adventure!

It was a warm but crisp evening and the light was just right, not to harsh but providing just enough contrast. Ruthii and Tim were up for anything and I had lots of fun getting creative with their images. Below are some of my favorite pictures from this maternity session in Temecula.

Here are the sweet words Ruthii sent me after receiving her photographs…

“Thank you for the maternity pictures Pat! We got them in the mail yesterday and they are beautiful. I couldn't have asked for anything more! Thank you thank you thank you!!!”

If you or someone you know is pregnant and would like some maternity photographs please contact me using my Temecula Photography website.

Fresh Wedding Album Design

So Im in wedding album creation mode right now and thought I would share a design I just finished. The wedding had a real natural earthy feel to it so I thought this type of layout and color scheme fit well. It was a beautiful wedding with a gorgeous bride and I think the album design portrays that!

Enjoy ~ Patrick