Happy Holidays!

Hello!

I apologize for the lack of entries over the past month, but thankfully it is because I have been extremely busy! So, I can't complain, but I do feel badly that you haven't been able to see all the fantastic people I have had the pleasure of photographing.

I promise to work hard to update you after the New Year! I have a ton of entries that I want to do, so we'll see how many I can get up. Cross your fingers for me.

I want to wish you all a Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, or whatever is in your heart that you celebrate this season. I am grateful for all of you, my family and friends. 2010 is going to be magical.

Happy Holiday Season!
With Love,
Amber
ps - big news in 2010 so stay tuned...

Holiday Cards Are HERE!!

Our holiday cards are here. If you see a style you like, but want different colors, we can do that! Cards can have up to 3 images depending on the style. Custom text is available on all styles. All cards come with envelopes with silver or white linings. Please note our holiday reprint and holiday card cutoff date is December 5th. Hurry and order soon!

Ashley & Scott's Wedding, Coral Casino

There is something about these two that says both old and new love. By new, I mean that free spirited, energetic way a couple is when they are together. The laughter and twinkle they bring to each others eye. Then there is old love. The quiet kind. The kind of love that settles the soul after a tough day. When I first met these two, I thought I had it all figured out. This was new love. They were so playful, excited and ready to celebrate. I knew it was going to be an amazingly fun wedding (which it SO was)! It was not until the moment Ashley walked down the aisle that I realized these two have the best of both worlds. They have that old love too. There was this whole other side to them I had not seen before. The way they looked at each other as she came down the aisle. It was as if it was just the two of them. And when they said those magical vows, I knew just what a special couple this was.

I tip my glass to love and to you, Ashley & Scott, we had such a wonderful time on your wedding day!

Red Feather Ball VIP

Just a couple of snaps from a wonderful charity event. Had the pleasure of photographing some wonderful donors for United Way's 'Red Feather Ball'. Such an amazing organization. I was so happy to have been a part of such a good cause. Tis the season to give.

Holiday Cards, Reprints, & Photo Sessions!

It's that time of year again! GASP! Don't forget to set up your family portrait session's soon. All holiday card & reprint orders must be in by Dec. 5th. We will post our new holiday cards shortly....stay tuned!

Cory & Jim's Wedding, The Canary Hotel

I can't tell you how thrilled I was to shoot this wedding. Jim & Cory are such a cool couple. They were totally into my ideas and let me "play". Plus they had the coolest family and friends. These two were so down to earth, and knew how to celebrate in style. Cory made planning this wedding look effortless, and was a STUNNING bride. Plus she had two amazing coordinators, Melissa & Zohe of Events of Santa Barbara Inc. They really were a photographers dream couple. Cheers you two!

Andrulaitis Family Portrait, Santa Barbara CA

I love this family! I have been photographing them Since Mary was pregnant with Eden! We had the best time at Alice Keck Park, looking at the turtles and playing in the tree's. As you can see Eden is gorgeous and gonna be quite the heart breaker, and Bode is just plain hysterical. He got us all rolling with his many, and I mean many silly faces. What a wonderful afternoon we had! Can't wait to see the card, Mary!

The Harris Family!

Brian and I got to go down to Sherman Oaks and photograph the coolest family! I have known the Harris's since their wedding a "couple" years back, and have been photographing them since! It was Lillian's second b-day (the day before the shoot). Can you say Dora was in the house. Everyone with children (or anyone who photographs them) knows Ms. Dora. From sinful Dora cookies (where the frosting is just as thick as the cookie) to the balloons. Too much fun! We also got a little time with Lillian's little brother Weston, who is just 6 months old. He is the sweetest baby and loves to smile. We had such a nice time catching up with everyone. I can't tell you what joy it brings me to be able to watch their family grow. As usual...I have the greatest job on earth. Happy b-day Lillian!

Diana & Len's Wedding

I love these two! Ok, first I must take a moment and say it has finally happened....it rained. There....it's out in the open. I have had the most amazing weather luck until last weekend. Yes, it rained. BUT...it cleared up quickly and turned into a fabulous afternoon...so I am not counting this freak occurrence. Thank goodness I was with these two adventurous souls. We had 15 min. to get the shots and it was raining...but that did not stop us. I'm sure we were a sight, with Brian holding the reflector over my camera, and my beautiful bride and groom getting a bit wet. Anyway, the day turned out amazing. The ceremony was incredibly touching and then it was off to the reception at their home which overlooks the ocean. Best view in town. I am thrilled we got to be a part of such a special day. I know the romance could never burn out with these two. Cheers Diana & Len!

The Spang Family

What a fun shoot! These two kids are beautiful....am I right, or am I right? Heck, the whole family is stunning and they all have those amazing eyes. We had such a fun play date with the Spang's at both their home and the park. I shot extra because I really did not want to leave. It took every ounce of my being and a gentle tug from my better half not to snatch these two up in my arms and claim them as my own. Thanks Spang's for a lovely Sunday morning.