TJP Blog

As a photographer I’m often asked, “What’s your favorite thing to shoot?”.  My answer: “Bridal boudoir”.  I feel like an artist when I’m shooting boudoir.  The simple, delicate details, the soft light, the classic beauty of the shape & angles of the body … I feel inspired when I’m shooting boudoir.

I’ve been photographing the Fry family for years & ALWAYS look forward to their sessions.  Anna is an incredibly talented graphic designer & that creative thread runs through everything she does.  Her house is always decorated perfectly & the clothing she selects has a great combination of color & texture without being distracting.

While engagement is an incredibly exciting time of life, it also comes with a lot of added stress & decision making.

I always love starting off a wedding day with getting ready photos.  Not only does this allow me time to capture some of the most beautiful details of your wedding day, but it also let’s me see some of the last minute preparations.  Right as Nick & his groomsmen were about to head to the ceremony location, he realized that his vows were on his phone, so he took a moment to hand write them.

Jonathan & Sierra’s wedding day was like a dream.  When I met Sierra for our initial consultation, she began to describe what she was envisioning for her wedding day & immediately I was hooked.  Sierra has a great personality … she’s passionate, kind & outgoing.  Anytime she would mention Jonathan she would get this incredible sparkle in her eye.

As a photographer I always stress the importance of documenting life.  I emphasize the value of capturing the fleeting moments that memories are made of.  Yet somehow it’s so easy for me to get caught behind the lens rather than in front of it.

Personality, interaction, movement & light.  In my opinion, these are 4 key components of a successful shoot.  I don’t just want to create beautiful images … I long to create images that emote.

Get your tissues ready …

This Valentine’s Day I wanted to focus on the real, genuine, authentic, not-always-easy love. The type of love that requires sacrifice, compassion, understanding & communication.  The truest, most vulnerable, honest to the core kind of love. 

Meet my friends John & Kelly

Matt & Katey’s vision for their wedding day was to create a classic country ambiance. Their outdoor ceremony took place under a beautiful canopy of trees & a delicate floral archway which added to the intimate feel. Vintage lace, antique china & multiple candles created a warm, welcoming barn reception for their guests. Matt & Katey’s wedding day ended with a stunning sparkler exit into an amazing vintage car which swept them away to their honeymoon.

I’ve got another awesome fashion shoot for you today!  Fashion blogger Payton from Hustle & Halcyon & I met up at the Grove LA for a few fun, sassy, summery looks.  If you haven’t checked out her blog yet, I HIGHLY recommend you do so!