I love it when my brother accompanies me on my shoots - he is the best photo assistant!  I can’t wait to spend time with him and my family this weekend.

My dear friends Michael & Lindsey, whom you may recall from their Downtown Engagement Shoot, asked me to document their pre-wedding festivities.  Lindsey was a vision after visiting DryBar and Blushington, and their excitement was palpable as we waited for all of the participants to arrive at the Los Angeles River Center for their rehearsal.

I am so glad that they asked me to shoot this beautiful time – in the hustle + bustle of the days leading up to a couple’s big day, sometimes smaller joyful moments get lost in the shuffle.  I’m elated that they will both have these images to allow them to relive all of the celebration and laughter that epitomized this period in their lives.

Check back next week for the rehearsal dinner + pre-wedding get-together - I promise you, it will be worth it for the photo bombs alone!

Be sure to check back tomorrow for a beautifully verdant SoCal wedding rehearsal…

I’m helpless against the vibrant flowers at the Farmers Market. I just can’t resist…..

As the evening of their Winter Formal approached, I joined this pair of best friends for a leisurely lunch at a retro diner on the end of the pier.  We gradually made our way back along the pier, pausing to take in the sublime scenery and soak up the warm California sun before these two headed off to dance the night away.  I snuck some party noisemakers into my bag before heading out for the shoot, and I’m so glad I did!  The noisemakers proved to be the perfect element to convey the duo’s festive energy.

I adore the images that came from this shoot, and am so delighted that I was invited to capture such a celebrated moment for this fantastic pair!

♥ Her dress: Grey Lace Zarita Dress by Diane Von Furstenberg · Her Earrings: Forever 21 · Her Heels: Platform Pump by Cathy Jean Shoes · Her Flip-Flops: Havaianas · His shoes: Jack Purcell’s by Converse

Did you miss seeing the earlier posts from this joyful series?  No problem - just click over to view Part I and Part II from this fantastic session!