For many of us, stepping in front of the camera can be a daunting experience, especially as female photographers. Self-consciousness often takes center stage, making it challenging to embrace ourselves fully. But here's the secret: self-portraits can be a powerful tool for self-acceptance and self-love. As we navigate the world of self-portraiture, particularly through the lens of manual lenses, we not only capture our physical selves but also our inner strength and beauty. It's a journey that builds a profound relationship with oneself.

Have you ever done portrait photography in the most beautiful oceanside location near Los Angeles? For the last seven years I have lived on the Palos Verdes Peninsula, an underrated and extremely scenic area 30 minutes South of Los Angeles. No matter if you live in LA or you’re here for a brief vacation, don’t miss coming out to see it. Our mostly quiet neighborhoods offer a large variety of trails, restaurants and shopping areas. But most importantly, it is an amazing location for photography.

The school year’s end is one of a photographer’s busiest times. Prom pictures, graduation shots, and senior portraits are needed by parents and teachers alike. In this article I will share 5 tips for best results for these kinds of group images.

When was the last time you took time to update your headshots? When it comes to social media presence, it is more now important than ever to represent who you are with high quality pictures that truly let your audience connect with you. Outdated pictures can lead to a lot of irritation and confusion when meeting new people and customers.

I could not be more excited to share this senior picture session with you. It was such a unique opportunity to meet Emmy and talk about her hopes and dreams.