Documentary Portraits: Asha & Harper

Sometimes you will never know the value of a moment, until it becomes a memory. -- Dr. Seuss

It is such a joy to photograph kids in their home environment; it is my favorite way to photograph children.  There is a special intimacy, contentment, and freedom within the home that is hard to duplicate in an alternative setting. Asha and Harper, both beautiful and vibrant, were great fun to document. Harper was going through a phase of wearing mismatched shoes and giggled excitedly nearly every time I raised my camera. Asha took great pride in giving me a tour of her home and impressively played her piano--not a surprise considering Asha & Harper's father is a world-renowned musician. Please click on the images to view them larger. xxox, Candice

natural lighting: senior photos

Radiant Maddy showed up completely freshed-faced, and opened her trunk which was overflowing with a whimsical selection of clothes, headbands, and jewels seeking my input for her senior portraits (I love giving input). Maddy assisted me last year during her sister's senior portrait session, and seemed to possess great insight into my creative process.  She was a dream to photograph. We settled on her grandma's cheetah print, bell-sleeved tunic as her second to the last option, and I couldn't pass up paying homage to Florence Welch with some of the poses. After all, Florence was the reason I regrettably cut bangs (for the last time) in 2012. I am thrilled with the images--Maddy was able to offer a wide variety of moods and poses. It is such fun connecting with teens and finding a way to convey their personalities; in Maddy's case I strived to capture her free-spirit, joy, beauty and sincerity. All of the images were created in natural light. (Please click on the images to view them larger).

Fine-Art & Documentary Style Senior Portraits: Carlyn

Carlyn's gorgeous bone structure and dramatic brows remind me of the bust of Nefertiti.  She was a delight to photograph.  I kept the posing simple and fresh to reflect her quiet nature. It was fun to photograph a teenager who was fresh-faced and styled like a teenager, yet possessed the poise and self-awareness of someone much older.  Click to view the images larger. Thanks for viewing!

Child Portraiture: The Chicken Crown

Crowns simply make photo shoots more fun.  As a new chicken owner, this girl enthusiastically constructed a crown out of her chicken's feathers.  Nacho, her favorite chicken, a barred rock, was completely pleasant and seemed to enjoy the extra time in her arms. All of the images were created in natural light--my favorite kind. Click on the photos to view them larger.

romantic photography

Gatekeeper's Museum Lake Tahoe: Caitlin & Evan

This couple is marked by their kindness, joy and gratitude for each other and everyone around them. To know them is to be their friends.  Their positive energy was contagious; it was a spectacular day in North Lake Tahoe.  Caitlin's hair was inspired by a Christina Applegate style she found online but her overall style reminded me of old Hollywood glamor; Grace Kelly comes to mind.  The historic, non-profit setting of the Gatekeeper's Museum was the perfect setting for Caitlin & Evan as it suited their unassuming nature.  Thanks for allowing me to document your sweet wedding day!

Round Hill Pines Wedding: Azusa & Shane

The rain cleared about five minutes prior to this lovely Round Hill Pines wedding in Lake Tahoe. A great deal of Azusa's family wore beautiful, Japanese clothing; I LOVE covering anything with a cultural aspect. Due to the storm that lingered North, Shane & Azusa were blessed with beautiful clouds and diffused lighting on their wedding day. It was great to spend time with them, their friends, and their family documenting.  And, I was thrilled to run into a childhood friend at their wedding.