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05.02.13

allie + nick | highland springs resort wedding

Nick and Allie tied the knot just about one month ago and it was such a beautiful wedding to be a part of.  This blog post is a testament to how much I enjoyed photographing their big day…  I think it may be my biggest blog post yet.

But, it was particularly special for me because, for the first time, Andrew was working along side me shooting video (and Super 8 film)!  Offering both still and motion photography is something that we have chatted about doing over the years but it wasn’t until this year that the stars aligned and it all clicked in to place.  So, yes, we are officially offering wedding videography services!  But not your run-of-the-mill wedding videos.  In true One Eleven style, Andrew combines old school Super 8 film with HD video to create more of a short film than a traditional wedding video.  I have to say I’m pretty proud of my guy!  To give you a taste, we’ve included a sneak peek video that he put together for Allie and Nick.  We would love your feedback so feel free to leave a comment.  And, let us know if you’re interested in discussing video services for your big day!

Nick and Allie – Congratulations!  You guys are awesome and we were so honored to be a part of your big day!

And, here’s a sneak peek of Andrew’s amazing video:

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May 3, 2013 - 8:16 am

sandy epstein - I can watch this over and over again! It brings back to mind all the different parts of that beautiful day. The photos are great. You can really, really see the love between Allie and Nick as well as the sparkle and liveliness of the bridesmaids, groomsmen and guests. This sounds corny but love was in the air! And I think that really comes through.

The video is great. I love the ending – it’s perfect – the timing, the end of the song, the choice of song, the beautiful shots at the end. It takes you through the whole event and it’s so upbeat. I love reliving that day as I watch it.

Great job!!

May 3, 2013 - 10:55 am

Lyn Ismael-Bennett - Beautiful work, Jenna and Andrew!

04.05.13

emily + joe | downtown LA engagement photography

You know those really, really good friends you have?  The ones who you always have something tell each other even if you had just talked the day before .  The ones who you can pick up with as though no time had passed.  The ones who are just as content as you are browsing the aisles of Target for nothing in particular.  The ones who you can hang out with for hours just talking (and drinking too much wine).  Emily is that friend to me.  Neither of us can quite remember the moment we became friends.  All I know is that one day I didn’t know her and then next day it was like I had known her my whole life.

In just over a month, Emily is (finally) getting hitched to Joe.  And, I couldn’t be more excited for them.  Joe is one of the sweetest, most sincere guys I know and he makes my beautiful friend so happy.  These photos that we took just outside Downtown LA were intended to just be a little photography practice before their big day, but I think it ended up being something a whole lot more.  I can’t think of many things I enjoy more than photographing good friends.  It’s certainly one moment in our friendship I won’t be forgetting any time soon.

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April 5, 2013 - 11:29 am

Whitney - Loooove these! Beautiful photos of beautiful people! Congrats E & J!

03.31.13

spring mini session 2013 | pasadena family photographer

Back by popular demand, we’re happy to announce two dates for mini sessions this Spring with Jenna. This is a great time of year to get some warm weather photos of your little ones and the whole family. So, break out your cute sundresses, bright colors and beautiful smiles and let’s get shooting!

Last year’s mini sessions sold out within a matter of days so don’t delay in reserving your spot. And, don’t forget to pass this info along to any friends who may be interested.  To get an idea of what you’re in for, check out these adorable photos from one of my favorite mini sessions last year (this smart family booked two sessions–one at each location:)).

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Sunday, May 19 from 2pm – 5pm SOLD OUT!
Arlington Gardens, Pasadena

OR

Sunday, May 26 from 2pm – 5pm
Old Pasadena

…

Session Fee – $50
includes:
+ 20-minute session for up to 5 people ($15 for each additional person)
+ 15-20 retouched images provided in an online proofing gallery

*Prints and other products sold separately. Print and digital file specials also available.*

To book a mini-session, please email us with the date and time that you would prefer.   The session fee is required at the time of booking to reserve your spot.  Mini-sessions are first-come, first-serve.  Also, please note that our special product packages have gone up just a bit in price but are still excellent deals!

Full family sessions are also available–An excellent option if you would like more photos, more variety and more time. Please contact us with if you would like more information.

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03.09.13

i found my heart | san francisco engagement session

It may sound cliche when I say I left my heart in San Francisco but when I flew up there a few weekends ago to shoot Jen and Trevor’s engagement session, I realized that I had indeed left it there.  It’s where my photography career began studying photojournalism at SF State.  It’s where I met my husband and some of my closest friends. It’s where I spent six of my very formative years.

Since moving to LA, I’ve gotten up to San Francisco, regrettably, less and less.  So, it was quite a treat to spend the weekend up there.  Whether I was hanging out with my old buddies, taking the F Train down Market Street, or going from landmark to landmark with my clients via taxi, it seemed as though every inch of the City held a memory I had nearly forgotten.  In some ways, being there to photograph Jen and Trevor, I felt I had come full circle… being there to do what I had moved up there to do so many years before… to make a career out of doing what I love doing most… photographing people.

And what beautiful people they were!  Seriously!  I know I say that about all of my clients, but we had so much fun together and they were so easy to photograph.  And, I’m thrilled with all the great photos we got.

Jen and Trevor – Thank you so much for such a fun day!  It was a pleasure.  I can’t wait until October!!

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02.14.13

love is all you need | pasadena portrait photographer

I wanted to share a set of photos I’ve been holding on to for a couple months now.  They make me happy on so many levels.

Late last year, I was contacted by Alexandra.  With her 10th wedding anniversary coming up, she was interested in doing a portrait session for her and her husband, Dan.  She explained that, having married fairly young in their early twenties, they had not made photography a priority at their wedding and, in hindsight, she wished she had some great photos of her and Dan to share with their daughter.

I thought this was such a lovely idea especially when she told me that she wanted to wear her wedding dress!  She was worried that I’d think it was a funny idea but I was instantly so excited, millions of photo ideas zipping through my mind.  I also thought it was a brilliant way of getting some more use out of her dress.

After some emails back and forth to discuss location ideas, we decided to do the shoot at Eaton Canyon in Pasadena that has the most magical light late in the day.  We were also able to schedule our session for a weekday so there were hardly any other people around.  (A definite bonus!)

Dan and Alexandra looked so great and we instantly hit it off. (There’s no way I could fit into my wedding dress after 10 years.)  Normally when I’m shooting a couple in wedding attire, I have about 30 minutes between their wedding ceremony and reception.  So, it was really fun to be able to spend so much time concentrating on getting beautiful shots of this super awesome couple… I was like a kid in a candy store!

Happy Valentine’s Day to everyone and, Alex and Dan, happy anniversary!!

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