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