Josh c/o 2016 - September 2015 {Senior Photos - Nipomo, CA}

Senior portrait time is my favorite time of year.  I love capturing this last little moment before these teenagers turn adult and graduate high school.  And although my senior year was one million years ago (or it feels like it), I remember it like it was yesterday. Enjoyed chasing some beautiful light with this handsome young man last week.

Alysa c/o 2016 - September 2015 {Senior Photos, Nipomo, CA}

This is Alysa.  I remember when she was born and now she's graduating from high school.  I can't believe it.  Talk about feeling old. ;)  We had so much fun capturing some gorgeous light on Saturday.  

Skyler + Stacee + Mariko - November 2013 {Family Photography, Avila Beach, CA}

It is my 100% unbiased opinion that my niece is the cutest kid in the world!  Just kidding, totally biased.  :)  Mari is the light of my family's life.  She is so funny, smart, and sassy.  Especially sassy.  I love being able to capture these moments of her growing up.  I can't believe how big she is already!

Danika + Honnalee - November 2013 {Family Photography, Avila Beach, CA}

This photo is literally the epitome of the relationship Danika and her daughter, Honnalee, have.  Honnalee is always doing silly things to make her mom laugh.  I always have a blast hanging out with these two, but it is RIDICULOUSLY hard to get either of them to make a serious face.  And that's what I love about them.  Lucky to get to photograph them for the past three years. :)

Shelley + Jason - November 2013 {Couples Photography, San Luis Obispo, CA}

It is really special to take my sister-in-law's holiday photos this year.  This was their first photoshoot as a married couple (minus their wedding photos, of course) and it was a first look at their new house.  They have been putting a lot of work into their first home, and were really excited to share it with us.  So excited for them!

Ken & Erin - November 2013 {Just Married, San Luis Obispo, CA}

Erin and I go way back.  Way, way, way back and I have found a way to wiggle my way into her family and stay. When she asked me to take pictures at their elopement, I said, "yes!" and then I said "oh shoot, no, I have to work".  I was really bummed.  I got the second best to being there.  A little bit of time with her and her new hubby, Ken, and some family time at their beautiful new house in San Luis Obispo.

I am so excited for them both!  Ken, I am excited to welcome you to the family that I am lucky to be a adopted member of.  :)  Congratulations! 

Mariko - July 2013 {One Year Photoshoot, Arroyo Grande, CA}

WARNING: You are about to encounter EXTREME cuteness!!!

One year ago today my sweet niece was born!  I can't believe how big babies get in such a short amount of time.  It feels like just yesterday I was holding her tiny sleeping body in my arms...and now she is walking, running, and chatting up a storm.  Happy Birthday my sweet Mariko!  Auntie Carey loves you SO much!

 This face!

You have to admit...she's one cool baby!