When we moved here to Monterey I was blessed to find some amazing friends. Rebekah and Mike are among them. Rebekah is a true Southern Belle,and her charisma lights up a room. Mike is hystarical and keeps everyone laughing. Together they are a dynamic and fun couple. We did a two part shoot, first meeting at a few wineries in Carmel Valley, and then headed to the Beach in Carmel by The Sea…did I mention we had their adorable furry family memebers along for the session. Amelia and Andy were well behaved and especially enjoyed the Beach!  

I can never get enough of shooting at this beautiful location, and when it’s with friends, it makes for an even more fun day. I met Adri and Matt when Mike and I were still dating and I visited him on the East Coast. Matt served with Mike at their last command and both are currently attending NPS for their Graduate Degrees.When we moved here to Monterey it was nice to know we already had friends in the area. I was thrilled to shoot their family photos, since their addition Julia entered the picture last Spring.  

My dear friend Erica is an amazing woman. She has not only become one of my closest friends but has also mentored me as a military spouse. She is an amazing mama to her two boys and sometimes I swear she must have a clone running around, because there is nothing she doesn’t do. I had the privilage of taking their family photos at one of my favorite local treasures, the scenic Point Lobos State Park. I love taking pictures somewhere that has meaning to those in the shot. It adds something to the picture, allowing it tell their story. Especially for military families…