Project Heirloom- An Amazing Opportunity

Over this past week, we know once again, many people suffered horrible losses in our community. While reading an online forum I belong to, another San Diego photographer came up with a great idea to help those who have lost their homes in our community. Over and over again you hear people say, "We lost all our pictures, we have no memories left.." Well, those statements gave birth to Project Heirloom. Project Heirloom is a collaboration of local San Diego photographers who are donating their services to help rebuild memories by offering free family portraits & enlargements to those who have lost their homes in the fires. I am proud to say that we at Tamarack Studios are collaborating members on this project. Take a look at the website to find out more about this great idea, and hats off to Melissa Schwartz for taking an idea and running with it!

Ponte Winery with Leigh Miller

Last Saturday I had a chance to shoot a wedding at the Ponte Winery in Temecula, with Leigh Miller. Leigh is fantastic photographer and is really fun to shoot with. Thanks leigh for having me along. Here are a few of the photos that I really liked...




they decided to see each other before the wedding








a few sprinkles from heaven
































first dance




a great toast








best band of the year by far



father and daughter dance




mother and son dance




and the hora

Nasim & David : Day After Shoot

Yesterday we spent an outstanding day with Nasim and David doing an after wedding shoot. While photographing Liz and Ben's wedding last September, Kristin and I told Nasim about a "trash the dress" session... They really liked the idea and contacted us to book a shoot. Now, I wouldn't officially say we trashed the dress because Nasim's gown was far too precious to put in the water or a dirty alley. (It was a gorgeous double silk sheath that fit her like a glove). But, what we did do was get some amazing shots at Balboa Park and Windansea Beach in La Jolla. Being that there was so much smoke in the air, it made for a spectacular sunset. There's nothing added to these beach shots, that sunset is the real deal! Take a look below, this couple is absolutely stunning and the camera loved 'em! Thanks for a great time! Here's a sneak peek, Enjoy!!!!

Las Rocas, with Jay Reilly

So Last Thursday I had a chance to hang out and shoot a wedding at the Las Rocas resort in Rosarito, Mexico with Jay Reilly. Jay is a super cool guy and a very, very talented photographer. Thanks Jay for letting me tag a long, lets do it again. Here are a few shots that caught my eye.

Gina & Ryan Get Married

Saturday we spent the evening with Gina and Ryan as the celebrated their marriage at the beautiful Westgate Hotel in the Gaslamp Quarter. That morning started off with rain and gray skies and the afternoon turned beautiful just in time to capture the beauty of Gina's meticulous planning. The wedding was held in a candelit ballroom and then transformed to a romantic, dreamy reception. Gina was absolutely stunning... Her gown was handmade in Spain and fit her like a glove. It was a perfect compliment to the overall beauty of the day. Our favorite part??? Gina and Ryan gave us an hour to work after the wedding, so we scaled the hotel for pictures, then headed outside for a little urban scenery.... We had a great time and congratulations to this awesome couple!!!