Capturing an event in low light is always an extraordinary challenge for a photographer. On the one hand, you do not want to be disruptive to the event, and that often means a limited use of flash. At the same time, you want to take the best images possible, which can seem technically impossible without…
You’ve seen the majestic Queen Mary ocean liner floating against the Long Beach skyline, but have you ever imagined the ship as a backdrop for a photo shoot? Most people know the Queen Mary as a unique attraction in the harbor. But it is much more than that, and you can indeed schedule a photo…
I’ve told you in a previous blog post everything you need to know to take the best engagement photos along the Venice Canals. In today’s post I am putting that advice into action. Meet Clara and Andrew, whose delightful Venice Canals engagement shoot I’m sharing today, with photos and behind-the-scenes details.
If you live in Long Beach and you’re planning to propose, you don’t have to travel far to find the perfect place to get down on one knee. With the beach, several top-notch botanical gardens, and even a few glamorous rooftop bars nearby, Long Beach offers a wealth of locations. But which location fits your…
If you are a small business owner, then you know that your website photos can make or break your profit margin. A website with less than stellar images will attract fewer customers and you could lose the social media game as well. Preparing for a branding photo shoot is therefore one of the biggest challenges…
As a photographer, it’s rare to find a location in Los Angeles that is captivating yet does not require expensive photo permits. One such unicorn does exist, however: the Walt Disney Concert Hall. This exquisite example of modern architecture also hides a beautiful garden on the roof. With two stunning backdrops to choose from, it’s…
Los Angeles is a magical city. This land of dreams has always been designed to evoke another world, both on the screen and here on the ground. Hidden behind Venice Beach lies the quiet neighborhood of the Venice Canals. Built in 1905, this stretch of marshland redesigned into a network of canals is an exquisite…
La Jolla Cove is one of California’s most photogenic stretches of coastline. And with San Diego’s easy permitting structure, it is a joy to arrange photo shoots here with no bureaucracy in sight. There are challenges, however, and in today’s blog post, I’ll chart a course for an easy, breezy photo shoot that avoids crowds…
The Griffith Observatory is one of LA’s most popular attractions for both tourists and couples alike. So, if you are planning to get down on one knee at this venerable institution, then plan to be standing alongside many, MANY people. The question then arises: where is the best place to propose at the Griffith Observatory?…
