I love the Beltran Family! This was like our 3rd photo session within the past 5 months and every time I see them, their family grows and grows, especially baby Elle! I can’t believe how much she has grown since the last time I saw her. She is a cutie pie and the family’s little princess.  This photo shoot was pretty much dedicated to taking photos of her, but of course I needed to take a few of the family.

Dear Elle:  In case you read this when you’re all grown up, the following shots were your mom’s idea :o)

So early Sunday morning, as Ryan and I drove to church to perform our duties as choir members, we saw a shooting star! I was half awake/half asleep still, but when I saw the shooting star, that got me so excited! I was just amazed because even though it was just for a second, it was beautiful! That was the very first time I saw a shooting star and to share it with my husband made it even more special… and I don’t want to forget it.

I guess I was suppose to make a wish or something, but I didn’t.  Why wish for things that I already have?  I have what’s most important and that is my faith, my family, and my life. Really, there is nothing more that I want more than those 3 things. God has given me everything I need and for that I am thankful.

Since photos make blog posts more interesting, here’s a teaser for the Beltran family.

I’ve known her since she was born. My family have been close friends with her mom and dad since I was young. Now we’re all grown up and Kristi is turning 18 this Friday! Everything about Kristi is beautiful. Her smile, her personality, and most especially her faith. I’m so glad I’ll be there to celebrate her birthday with her, her family and friends and at the same time, I will get to document her special day.

I want to thank my cousin-in-law, Tasha, for coming along on Sunday as well as helping us out this Friday! It was a lot of fun on Sunday learning ideas from each other!

Here are of my favorites from the session:

To view more photos, please play the slideshow below.

Music Title: Symphony

Artist: Marie Digby

I’m way to excited to wait till the evening to post up a photo from yesterday’s portrait session with my friend Kristi, so I’m just going to post one picture up.  More to come tonight! I promise!

We took their engagement photos a week ago, and now we’re posting their wedding photos!

Rochelle and Erman tied the knot on Friday, February 19, 2010 and it was truly one of my favorite weddings that I have attended. Before anything else, I just wanted to say a special big THANK YOU to Michael Fletcher for coming out and helping me and Ryan that day. He’s totally awesome and we really enjoyed working with him.  He’s based in Riverside, CA, but drove all the way to Moorpark, CA to help us out and I really appreciate it a lot!

Now to Rochelle and Erman: First of all, CONGRATULATIONS! Thank you so much for having us! You two took me to one crazy emotional roller coaster of a wedding! I’m so happy for the both of you! You guys are so perfect for one another! When I see Rochelle, I can see only Erman by her side, and when I see Erman, I can only see Rochelle. Praise be unto God for bringing you both together! Your family and friends are so much fun! We’re really glad we got to spend time with all of you!

Without further delay, here are my favorites from the day.

Michael took this shot of Rochelle’s bouquet. The pink roses and or orchid on the bouquet was in remembrance of her grandmothers.

The bride :o)

The dress.

Rochelle meeting Erman for their first look.

I love working with Krystle Mae Eveza of Bloomeria Floral Designs. She always does a BEAUTIFUL job!

The shot is blurry, but I like it :o)

A couple more detail shots.

The following day, they had a second reception at Rochelle’s parent’s house. We took some fun shots on the street :o)

Shanae and Jona are so awesome! They were up for some fun shots with Erman and Rochelle :o)

Wanna see more? Click on the play button below for their slideshow!