Cousin-to-Cousin - We're from the same shoot, the same family tree; into this world we sprouted, call it destiny. It's cousin-to-cousin, a special thing, a closeness to which we're tied; and you've always been there to laugh with me... or even when I've cried. Anyway, I think it's fantastic that you were meant to be a part of my life, my cousin, you'll always be special to me!
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All of the cousins from the coats family creating a gift for grandma at the beautiful San Juan Capistrano Mission.
san juan capistrano photography
Wednesday, May 28, 2008
Shot of the Day
MOLLY THE AMAZING PONY
Meet Molly. She's a gray speckled pony who was abandoned by her owners when Katrina hit southern Louisiana, USA . She spent weeks on her own before finally being rescued and taken to a farm where abandoned animals were stockpiled. While there, she was attacked by a pit bull terrier, and almost died. Her gnawed right front leg became infected and her vet went to LSU for help. But LSU was overwhelmed, and this pony was a welfare case. You know how that goes.But after surgeon Rustin Moore met Molly, he changed his mind. He saw how the pony was careful to lie down on different sides so she didn't seem to get sores, and how she allowed people to handle her. She protected her injured leg. She constantly shifted her weight, and didn't overload her good leg. She was a smart pony with a serious survival ethic.Moore agreed to remove her leg below the knee and a temporary artificial limb was built. Molly walked out of the clinic and her story really begins there.'This was the right horse and the right owner,' Moore insists. Molly happened to be a one-in-a-million patient. She's tough as nails, but sweet, and she was willing to cope with pain. She made it obvious she understood (that) she was in trouble. The other important factor, according to Moore , is having a truly committed and compliant owner who is dedicated to providing the daily care required over the lifetime of the horse.Molly's story turns into a parable for life in post-Katrina Louisiana . The little pony gained weight, her mane felt a comb. A human prosthesis designer built her a leg.The prosthetic has given Molly a whole new life, Allison Barca DVM, Molly's regular vet, reports. And she asks for it! She will put her little limb out, and come to you and let you know that she wants you to put it on. Sometimes she wants you to take it off too.' And sometimes, Molly gets away from Barca. 'It can be pretty bad when you can't catch a three-legged horse', she laughs.Most important of all, Molly has a job now. Kay, the rescue farm owner, started taking Molly to shelters, hospitals, nursing homes, rehabilitation centers. Anywhere she thought that people needed hope. Wherever Molly went, she showed people her pluck. She inspired people. And she had a good time doing it.'It's obvious to me that Molly had a bigger role to play in life', Moore said, 'She survived the hurricane, she survived a horrible injury, and now she is giving hope to others.''She's not back to normal,' Barca concluded, 'but she's going to be better. To me, she could be a symbol for New Orleans itself.'This is Molly's most recent prosthesis. The bottom photo shows the ground surface that she stands on, which has a smiley face embossed in it. Wherever Molly goes, she leaves a smiley hoof print behind!
Tuesday, May 27, 2008
Shot of the Day
Surround yourself with what you love, whether it's family, pets, keepsakes, music, plants, hobbies, whatever. - George Carlin
The Karr family, Laguna Niguel, California.
family portrait photography
Monday, May 26, 2008
Shot of the Day
I feel like a tiny bird with a big song!
- Jerry Van Amerongen
Julia and her mom met me at a park in Lake Forest California to capture her first communion portraits. I had so much fun photographing this beautiful girl. Julia is so full of happiness, you can even see it when she is not smiling. 
first communion portrait photography
Saturday, May 24, 2008
The Engagement of Ashley and Travis
Ashley and Travis from Bakersfield California came to Laguna Beach for their engagement photo shoot. What an incredible couple. It's so nice when I get to capture a man and a woman that are so in love. I'm looking forward to their wedding in November!
engagement photography
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
Shot of the Day
“A sister is both your mirror - and your opposite.”
Elizabeth Fishel
The Romanello Sisters, San Juan Capistrano, California.
san juan capistrano mission portrait photography
Thursday, May 15, 2008
Katherine's Senior Portraits on the Beach
Katherine was so easy to photograph because she naturally is such a happy person. These are just a few images to show how the evening on the beach went. Katherine was able to have fun and really let her personality shine through. It was so rewarding to me to be able to spend time with such a beautiful and bright girl.
high school senior portrait photography
Shot of the Day
"Send a smile, Give a hug, All day long you will be loved!"
Author:Stephanie Geiger
10 month old "Elliot" trying to crawl out of the studio.
baby studio photography
Monday, May 12, 2008
Shot of the Day
Life is to be fortified by many friendships. To love and to be loved is the greatest happiness of existence.
Sydney Smith
Melisa Dias and her extended family. Laguna Beach, California.
family portrait photography
family beach photography
Ladera Ranch Performing Arts
I showed up at the Performing Arts Center in Ladera Ranch the other day and took some head shots of the kids during their rehearsal of "High School Musical". Not only are these kids very talented, they are all such great looking kids. Check out the slide show to get a look at these talented children.
Sunday, May 11, 2008
HAPPY MOTHERS DAY
Our Mothers Day Shot of the Day comes to us from Ladera Ranch, California.
The Surgener family with their brand new 1 month old little girl.
family portrait photography
newborn photography
Saturday, May 10, 2008
Shot of the Day
"The happiest moments of my life have been the few which I have passed at home in the bosom of my family."
Thomas Jefferson
The Tracy family, San Juan Capistrano, California.
family portrait photography
Wednesday, May 7, 2008
Personalize your portraits with your own beautiful backdrop!
Hey, if you have a gorgeous yard, then you might as well take advantage of it. Since this time of the year is not our busy season, We love doing in home sittings, we get to see so many beautiful yards and homes. Call the studio for more details. (949)367-0077
Tuesday, May 6, 2008
Shot of the Day
A happy family is but an earlier heaven.
-- John Bowring 
The Pitts family, Laguna Beach, California.
family photography
Thursday, May 1, 2008
Shot of the Day
Make each day your masterpiece.
John Wooden
Ian and Lucas, Rancho Santa Margarita, California.
Rancho Santa Margarita children photography
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