Jen and Corey had this great opportunity to not only get their engagement pictures but also get some family photos with Corey's son. What a great location and great light for some incredible and fun pictures with the couple and family.
I love Santa Barbara. And to be able to do an engagement session in Santa Barbara with some really cool people? Even cooler! Often times I am asked what my favorite spots to shoot are at certain locations. My answer? Wherever the light leads me. Lighting and background are different every day, so I like to just show up and follow my eye to the pleasing backgrounds with gorgeous light and let my clients seamlessly mix in.
This is a perfect example of a couple that didn't want to do an engagement session at first, but after I talked to them about the importance of it, agreed to it. They were both super uncomfortable with the camera but you couldn't tell from the photos. It's a combo of making them feel comfortable with me not only as a person but their photographer. Once they think of me as "Toby" and not "The Photographer", they both relax and just have fun with it.
It's really hard to take a bad photo when you have a couple like Jade and Cameron. Not only are they super great people but they are not bad looking either...haha. Jade is a professional model so she loves the camera and the camera loves her. This was actually my first wedding at the Westlake Hyatt and I look forward to many more.
This was another wedding that took place in three places. We started out at the L.A. Temple in Santa Monica where we got some amazing pictures on the grounds outside the temple. We then stopped by El Matador State Beach on the way to the reception in Thousand Oaks. There is always something about a bride in her wedding dress taking photos at the beach. It always works. Great day and only got rained on for 15-20 minutes.
You really learn a lot about a couple when you see the ones who love them get so emotional at events like this. It was evident in the speeches, not only from the best man and maid of honor, but also the grooms father, how much this couple has touched so many lives and means the world to all of them. They are very special people and are very deep in love.
Two words come to mind when I think of this wedding. Crazy and Fun. Both of those words are understatements. This group knows how to have a good time but also be a little crazy. Ashlyn and Aaron are surrounded by friends and family that care deeply about them. They are also expecting their first child really soon. Congrats guys.
Jessica and Steve have a great story about being reunited after being apart for several years. It took a pretty serious accident to bring them back together, but just goes to show you, love works in mysterious ways. They found their way back to each other and are the sweetest, nicest couple you will ever meet.
It was a perfect day out at Sterling Hills Golf club for Jackie and Matt to get married. They are surrounded by a great group of friends and family and overall just had a great day. Glad I was asked to capture all of the fun.
We went to Laguna Beach for Deb and Ryan's engagement pictures. Ryan proposed at the Surf and Sand Club so we figured, what better place for their engagement photos. The one consistent thing I always love about the beach is that it is always a relaxed environment for pictures. It really helps the couple feel comfortable with the camera and makes for some great photos.
Really love the rustic look and feel of McCormick Ranch House in Camarillo.It is always nice to be able to incorporate so much of the surrounding area into the wedding photos. The ceremony site is a nice tucked away area with lots of trees and greenery. Had lots of fun with Olivia and David.
Back to back weddings at Walnut Grove. Great since I was there the day before, but also need to keep it fresh for my clients. Rarely do you see a couple this happy. Not only to be in love and now married, but just in life in general. They are always smiling!!! Congrats Mr. and Mrs. Sugar.
This is my first time photographing a wedding at Walnut Grove in Moorpark. All I can say is wow!!! This site has quickly become one of my favorite sites to shoot at. Incredible greenery and gorgeous light coming through the walnut trees. Rachel and Matt were so unbelievably comfortable in front of the camera. I didn't want to stop shooting! Coupled with the incredible Michele Spring coordinating and Command Performance Catering, what an incredible day.
This was my second wedding at Grand Traditions Estate in Fallbook this year. It is nice to shoot at the same locations multiple times
and see how many different options you can get. Really love this location.
Had a blast working with this couple all around. From their engagement pictures to the wedding, just cool people.
Also great to work with Rick Borja for the first time. Here's to many more.
Engagement sessions at the beach are always best if coupled with some near by city photos.
The contrast of the pretty beach with the urban city feel always make for a great set. Thanks for a great afternoon Chris and Todd.
Laura and Greg's wedding was on a Thursday at the Westlake Village Inn. Yes, a Thursday. Have to say it was my first mid-week wedding that wasn't a Friday.Between having a very easy going couple and a beautiful location, it made my job a breeze.
This wedding is a perfect example of an intimate backyard party. Held at a private estate in Santa Ynez, everything just had a homemade touch and feel to it.Love Santa Ynez weddings!!!
Shannon and Jeff were married in Ojai, Ca. Ojai is a very laid back, easy going city. Perfect for a couple like Shannon and Jeff. The entire day was easy going and just fun. Thanks.
UCLA is one of my favorite spots for engagement sessions. Love the old brick buildings and there is always pretty light as the sun goes behind the hills and trees.Scott and Chelsi were so relaxed and very easy to photograph. They just get each other.
To say that Rob and Kristy's wedding was a zoo would be appropriate for this event. Their wedding was actually at the zoo!!!
Made for some incredible and unique photos but still managed to have a touch of beauty. Good choice guys.
