Let me preface this post with this: I’m not a believer or disbeliever in the supernatural world. I’m open to the idea of everything from God to earth-bound spirits. Sensational headline aside, I can only internally settle on my experience last Saturday while shooting my first wedding at Tarpy’s Roadhouse in Monterey as – unexplainable, […]
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I’m always a little worried when people tell me they’re getting married at a restaurant – I mean, how many restaurants would make good backdrops for a decent sized wedding? Well, Tarpy’s Roadhouse is actually a historical residence-turned restaurant, so it’s got all the texture and presence of a structure that’s stood the test of […]
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Emily and her family drove all the way out from Hollister for her senior portrait session at Panther Beach. She looked striking in her bold blue dress and yellow belt, and posed to take on the world. For once, Panther was not windy, and Emily’s hair will be forever grateful. Since the tide was coming […]
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I thought it was a long drive to Big Sur from Santa Cruz, but Sarah and Anthony drove all the way from the East Bay for their Pfeiffer Beach engagement session in Big Sur. It had been several years since my last engagement shoot at this location, and I remember it being ridiculously windy. Lucky […]
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Across the street from Lighthouse Field State Park, and with a great view of the ocean and West Cliff Drive, this lovely home is a great opportunity for anyone looking to live the Santa Cruz good life. Wrapped in four decks and adorned with gardens, you’ll enjoy being outside as much as in. Check out […]
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Robert and Kirsten lead an active lifestyle – I can tell you that there aren’t many couples that start out their wedding day with a 6 mile run – then go ocean kayaking after that! If that doesn’t tell you they’re not having a cookie-cutter-style wedding, then nothing will! Their wedding was held at the […]
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