I shot Grace and Phil's engagement session down in Santa Monica and found one of my new favorite spots. Check out the little white house. I felt like I was back in South Carolina. So sweet. Here are a few of my faves.

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[August 21, 2008] Platinum Weddings by Kerrie said:
I just love that green dress! And they make such an adorable couple:)
[August 21, 2008] Amanda Auer said:
Kerrie read my mind. I know maybe YOU don't care... but that green dress is to DIE for. I will say this, though: it's because of the porch and house that accompany it!! I love them, Michael. They're fantastic!!
[August 22, 2008] Katherine said:
I think that green dress is from J. Crew. I think that this entire set of photos is just amazing- and I would have totally thought that the house was from somewhere down south! Not California. :)
[August 22, 2008] *B* said:
Wow, you are such an amazing photographer! I now have a new idol!
[August 25, 2008] Brian Khang said:
Do I count 3 outfit changes? I love the lighting at that white house, awesome!
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Last week I shot Thanh and Nguyen. They know ahead of time that we're not going to have a lot of time on the day of the wedding so we scheduled a couple of hours to make sure we had some great stuff of them alone so we can be a little more relaxed when the day comes. We went to Laguna Beach and had a great time and were blessed with incredible light. Here are a few favorites!

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[July 12, 2008] jeret said:
Very nice my friend...
[July 13, 2008] Jory Cordy said:
good idea getting them done early. i freaking love the one shot by that kitchen!
[July 14, 2008] Amanda Auer said:
Cuuuuute, Michael! I love it!
[July 30, 2008] Jen said:
amazing photos on the jetties! wonderful location! WOW! amazing DOF you get in some of these photos...i'm not sure how you're doing it...but I'd love to know.
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After coming home from the Mammoth men trip and shooting two weddings this weekend, I'm just beginning to dig myself out of the mountain of work that piled up while I was gone.

A couple of weeks ago I shot Katherine and Jim's engagement pictures in Seal beach and had the best time. After the shoot they took me to Beachwood BBQ, right on Main St. It was awesome. If you're ever in the area you need to check it out. Make sure to try to Mac and Cheese if you go... its off the hook.


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kj06.JPG At the end of the shoot we were on the pier and I looked down to see these surfers just waiting to catch the last wave of the day back in. I don't know why but I really like this image.

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[July 3, 2008] jeret said:
These look awesome. Great job the last image is very cool. Makes me just want to jump right in.
[July 5, 2008] Mimi said:
Long-time lurker, first-time poster. LOVE the new blog! It looks fantastic! This shoot was incredible.. really love the one with the sun flare under the pier. Love your style and processing.. so yummy!
[July 6, 2008] angel swanson said:
beautiful images, michael! i know the couple is thrilled with them (and you!), too! i can't wait to work with you again on this fantastic wedding. ;-) hope you are having a great weekend. take care!
[July 30, 2008] Jen said:
Love the one you caught under the pier! Great eye to spot that shot!
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June 18, 2008 Engagements

A few weeks ago I shot Jen and Ryan's engagement pictures. The day they picked seemed to be the first overcast day in months. I assured them it would be okay and we went out to one of my favorite new secret spots. We had a great time rolling around in the grass, hoping we weren't going to get attacked by mountain lions which is apparently a real possibility out in the OC wilderness. We made it out alive and I think we got some really great images... I just love them.


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[June 18, 2008] Anonymous said:
I love these pictures. They are gorgeous!
[June 18, 2008] jeret said:
Man these ones are awesome. I love the colors great job.
[June 18, 2008] Helen (Dogeared) said:
I love the second one especially, with us looking at them upside down, looking at each other - so cute! The new site looks great Michael - very professional! Have you toasted it with champagne? ;-) (Sorry you couldn't see my Blog before - I've only had my photo one since January this year (had a general Blog before), and my photo one is on my Blog profile. I never imagined you'd try to visit my site, I thought you were too rockstar photographer for that! Sorry about that - would have let you know the URL if I'd known!)
[June 19, 2008] Johnny Five said:
These are some of my favorites! I love them!
[June 19, 2008] Tiffany Aicklen said:
I love the new blog!!! So fitting for these beautiful images. Congrats friend, I'm excited for you.
[June 19, 2008] prettygeeky.com said:
I am in awe of your work! The pictures look spectacular and I love that she wore yellow, she stands out but also blends nicely with the background.
[June 19, 2008] Jodi M said:
Hi Michael - been visiting for a little while wanted to say hi, great new blog-look and love the colours in this shoot. Your style is elegant and natural - love it!!!! Jodi M
[June 21, 2008] Kevin Vu said:
These pictures are gorgeous, where was this located?
[June 24, 2008] carrie@urbanbaby said:
i am lovin this new blog michael. and these shots are incredible...
[July 3, 2008] Linda Truong said:
I'm a fan!!! :D I am loving the straw/grass... It's sooOOooo cool!
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