A few weeks ago I joined my friend Wayne for Lauren and Matt's wedding, and while it was raining on my way to Carlsbad, the sun shined that day, and it turned out to be beautiful, and so where Lauren and Matt. Their ceremony was held at the historic Mission San Luis Rey and having never been I was completely blown away by the detail in this little church. Definitely going to have to go back for another visit. Their reception was at the Crossings in Carlsbad, another lovely venue! Here are a few of my favorites.

These gorgeous flowers were provided by Bella Blooms.

Kasey over at I Do Weddings did the most amazing job putting all the little details together!

Yesterday I had the absolute joy of photographing this sweet family. When mom contacted me about doing a session and I asked her what her little one liked to do I was thrilled at the mention of Underwood Family Farms. I love this place and after my last portrait session there I came home with some ideas that I wanted to try out! So I lucked out, not only were they a sweet family, but when I saw the little one I just about fell on the floor. He is just adorable and you'll notice I don't have as many black and whites as I normally do. I just couldnt help it, I love the hair. Thank you so much for hanging out with me, I had a great time! Of course here are some of my favorites.

I met Brian and Annie for their engagement session this past weekend, at Malibu Creek State Park. I was so thrilled to see the sun after a day filled with over cast skies a even a little drizzle. Brian and Annie are both teachers (major kudos!!) and are nearing the end of the school year, not to mention their wedding in July! It was fun to hang out with them and learn a litte but more about them before their wedding. I love engagement sessions for that reason, it really gives you a better insight to who the couple is, how they interact, and really what they are all about. These two are so much fun! I learned so much about them in the short time that we were together. I also have to give them kudos for their bravery as they didnt hesitate when I asked them to sit in an area of tall grass, while hearing the hissing sound in the background, and watching lizards zip by us like they were running from cars on the 405. Brian and Annie thanks for hanging out with me and I can't wait for your wedding!

This was the very last shot. Annie put this sweater on as we were leaving.