Tyler + Lizzy's Open House | La Jolla, CA

For anyone who isn't familiar with the Open House tradition, its when a family that lives far from where the wedding and reception took place throw a casual party in the hometown of the bride or groom so that friends and family that couldn't make the trip can get together and celebrate. And The Heap's wrote the book on these parties. Perfect location, perfect food, perfect music, and of course, perfect company. The loveliest night with the loveliest family... thanks for having me, Heaps!

Munkstown | San Diego, CA

Its always such a party working with everyone at Munkstown clothing! We had a blast with all these crazy kids shooting product and lifestyle images for the new summer line, which is, obviously, amazing. Everything they make is so effortlessly cool and comfortable, my kids just want to live in their shirts. Head to the website to browse the full line!

The Villas Family | San Diego LDS Temple

It was an honor to memorialize this sweet family's special day at the LDS temple. Their excitement and love for each other was completely contagious and left me smiling all week. Congratulations on your big day, Villas Family!

The Ryan Family | Scripps Pier, La Jolla Shores, CA

This cutest of families was such a pleasure to spend the evening with. They were so relaxed and happy just to be hanging out together at their favorite beach... it made me daydream that in 15 years from now my own husband and kids are as happy to indulge my requests for a family shoot!

goodbye high school, hello senior portraits

Hey Class of 2014! Its Senior Portrait time!! I'm running a special- $150 for a 30 minute session on location, including CD of images. Email for details and availability!

The Phend Family | Junipero Serra Museum, Old Town San Diego, CA

I pretty much hit the jackpot on this shoot with those beautiful babies, that gorgeous mama, and a fun and enthusiastic daddy. Thanks for the great session you guys, I hope we get to hang again soon (did you catch the last episode of Walking Dead?? I'm still coping!)!

The Clark Family | Steele Canyon Bridge, Rancho San Diego, CA

This gorgeous family was so photogenic and easy going that I felt like I was on vacation! I especially love the shots of just Mom and Dad. As a wife and mother myself, I know how rare and precious a beautiful, natural photo of my hubby and I is. I hope you all love them as much as I do. Even though we're still in a fight because you didn't bring your new Great Dane puppy to the shoot! I may never forgive you guys for that...

The Phan Family | Balboa Park, San Diego, CA

I love the warm tones in these images of the super sweet Phan fam. I had so much fun exploring the Zoro Garden with those wild little boys that it may or may not have made me yearn for another little boy of my own. Theres nothing like it. Thanks for a great shoot you guys!

The Schoeny Family | La Jolla Shores, CA

I was lucky enough to do the Schoeny's first family portraits years ago and am so glad they moved back from the east coast so I can shoot their beautiful babies. I mean, those eyes! Love my job.

The Hatton Family | Mission Bay, San Diego, CA

The odds were mounted against us on this shoot but even rescheduling, bad weather, and a 20 minute time allowance couldn't stop us from getting some great shots of these adorable out-of-towners. I mean, look at those sweet girls. Good work team!