Author Archives: Rachel

Sharon Montrose

(Image via Sharon Montrose) Months before we were even contemplating getting pregnant I bought this print. I just couldn’t stop envisioning this baby giraffe next to a baby human. I am really impressed by Sharon’s work. It is thoughtful and beautiful.

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Moop

(Images via Moop) I had been eyeing these  Moop handmade bags for months and finally ordered these three beauties. They arrived in perfect timing wrapped in brown paper with a handwritten note and are now joining me on my travels abroad. I thought I loved them online but once I had them in my hands...

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Down Under + The Dalai Lama

Tonight we leave for Melanie and Dave’s wedding in Brisbane. Melanie emailed yesterday to suggest, “You should push that little belly as far out as possible and maybe they’ll upgrade you so you can lie down? Worth a try…..” I love a bride looking out for mama and wee babe. Grant and I are so...

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When I was invited to photograph this family reunion they booked me a year in advance.  I don’t think my family can plan a month out let alone a year. I don’t usually do this for groups this large but I decided once I was there to take invidual shots of every member of the...

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C + J

One of our best friends is getting married tomorrow and yours truly is shooting the festivities. Still trying to figure out how Grant is going to be a groomsmen AND attend to my every need while I shoot? Congratulations to Candice and Purr. You are two very cool cats. (Above image from their 11pm engagement...

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Molly + Andrew’s Wedding

Early in my career as a photographer a lot of  my work came from family, friends or friends of friends. Although those sources are still strong referral bases, most of my work now comes from clients I have never met previous to working with. We meet, we chat, we shoot. This is how I met...

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Nicole + Tony’s Wedding

It’s not every day you photograph a tiger and a wedding at the same event. Beautiful couple. Beautiful locations. Beautiful day. Ceremony: San Diego Temple Reception: Rancho Las Lomas

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Stay Connected

I am off camping for the rest of this week. This is my 3rd year helping to plan a church camp for teenage girls. It is a lot of work and the pay off is being at camp getting to enjoy the months of sweat and tears that go in to planning. Our theme for...

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Four Weddings

A little taste of some of the great weddings I have shot in the last month or so. August is notoriously a super busy month for me and I really appreciate all of my brides and grooms for being so patient. I know the anticipation of getting to relive your day through your photos. In...

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Animal Talk

I am sensitive. I was sensitive even before. I am sensitive to smell. Even the normal fabric softener I love smells like a flower bomb exploded in my nose….and not in a good way. I am sensitive to taste. What use to taste like magic…basil, garlic..spices, spices, spices! Now taste 2nd rate. I actually don’t...

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Chelsea + Spencer, Culver City Engagements

This is my international couple. After their marriage in Dallas this September, Chelsea moves to Sydney where Spencer has been living. I think that would be such a fun adventure…to get married and jet far far away. They were naturals. I had a fantastic time with them. We just ran around chasing the sun as...

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Marci + Redge, Newport Beach Engagements

Redge, why is your name so awesome? AND why is your fiance so beautiful? I find myself thinking she is the most adorable. Excited for your wedding less than 2 weeks away!!!

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Morgan + Joel, Marina Del Rey Engagements

Get ready for loads of attractive couples. I need to play catch up and share a bunch of engagement shoots I have had these last couple of months. Morgan and Joel are my JCrew couple. Spent an evening at the marina following around super hot people. That’s how I do.

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Published in Eliza’s Spring Issue

Thanks to Eliza for featuring my work! Working with a talented hair, makeup and styling team is super fun. More of this please. See the issue online here. and subscribe to the magazine here.

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Just One…

…all I ask is for one of my kids to look exactly like this heartthrob. I’m not being greedy. I just want one. The rest can look like gremlins. (Remember newborn Rachel from yesterday? Meet her brother, Mr. cutestboyIhaveeverseeninreallife).

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