Im in the process of finishing Paul and Liz’s wedding blog but i had to post this pic up! Its my fave!

Wedding Season has come into full effect! Here is a peek into the world of Julian and Cynthia. Enjoy!

Special thanks to Fotogphotos and KevinLeVu Photography for letting me 2nd shoot with you guys.

The very least you can do in your life is to figure out what you hope for. And the most you can do is live inside that hope.Barbara Kingsolver

These photographs are looong overdue. But nevertheless here are some moments from Mike and Brittney’s wedding extravaganza! I hope you enjoy these pictures!!

I would like to take some time to personally thank Kevin Le Vu and Megan Pangan for both their continued guidance with my journey as a professional photographer and for letting me come along and 2nd shoot Mike and Brittney’s wedding.

It’s a great feeling when people come to me and say how much they like my photography and its even greater when they ask me to take portraits of them. This is Vernice. She is one cool chick with loads of spunk and beauty to back it up. So when it was time to do your portrait session it was smooth sailing. I had some help with Darri Ingolfsson who not only is an amazing photographer but a great person to have around when you want your models to laugh. But this was also a special shot for me since this was the last time I would be using my Canon 40D. Goodbye 40D Hello 5d Mark II!

Headshots of Cinthia. Tell me what you think! Besides the fact she has amazing shaped eyes.

I have known Ariella since she was in middle school and I always thought she had some pretty outstanding eyes.  So with this shoot I wanted to practice taking shots in a way to make her eyes pop. I have been doing research and its clear across the board that the key to a good headshot is all in the eyes. You have to take your shots to where light hits the subjects eyes which creates a nice reflection so when you take a look at the final product you create eyes that seem to pop out at you!

Julie Panus is an aspiring actress so when she came to me and asked to get some headshots done I was ecstatic. I told her I specialize in weddings and events but I have been getting into lifestyle portraits recently. What I love about portraits is that you can actually take your time with these and put alot more heart into each shot since this is the only focus for the session. Julie was so easy to take since she is naturally beautiful. Shot with a 40D and a 1.4 Canon 50mm I have to say these came out great!

When Sarah first came to me and asked to have some lifestyle portraits of her done I was super excited. Aside from the head shots we both also wanted to experiment in taking some  shots that were more on the sensual side.  I have to say I was very impressed with our outcome.  On a side note I also changed my logo! Hope you enjoy the new and improved MICHELLE DARLENE logo!

Thanks to the following people for helping out with the shoot.

Makeup and Hair : Angelica Datuin

2nd Shooter: Darri Ingolfsson

10.10.10 is the big day for the beautiful couple Ryan and Andrea! When I first was introduced to the couple I knew instantly that I would get along with them. They both were so laid back, loved the outdoors and loved the beach!  So what better setting than Laguna Beach.  Thanks to Kevin Le Vu Photography and Fotog Photos for another day of guidance.  Good Times.

With  the ability to buy “professional” cameras at a novice price one could say there has been an abundant growth in the field of professional photographers. But one thing that differentiates a true photographer from the “uncle bob’s” is the ability to understand  and see with your heart. I know this may sound cheesy or cliche for that matter but seeing with your heart enables you to portray a unique perspective of  your  clients world. You come in as a photographer and are given the opportunity to crystalize moments in time.  I have to say this is an amazing way to earn a living.

Wedding: Rhianon and Andrew Armstrong