In 2006 at my bridal shower I watched a video of my fiancé (now husband) answering questions and it was my job to guess what he was going to say. They asked him where he wanted to go most in the world and I knew to guess he’d say “Bora Bora”. I’m pleased to say […]

My favorite portrait of 2023 is this one. I love his facial expression (his slight smile is very Mona Lisa, wouldn’t you say?) This is straight from the lab, I didn’t touch it up at all. I love the glimmer in his eye, his freckles, the grain, the depth and shadows. Maybe I’m biased since […]

Photography: Connie Balluff PhotographyModel: Mallory HarenDress: Chantel Lauren DesignsFlorals: The Flower MethodHair and Makeup Artist: Stacey Alyson ArtistryRing: Olive Ave JewelryPaper Suite: Crimson LettersHeadpiece: Carino Bridal BoutiqueRing Box: The Mrs BoxShoes: Bella Belle ShoesVenue: Mission San Juan Capistrano As seen on Southern California Bride

I had a great time in Washington, D.C. earlier this year in the spring.  Luckily we had some sun for part of the shoot.  It was so windy and cold this day and rained most of my trip…  but my models Breauna and Michael were such awesome troopers and even came all the way from […]