tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8658902998245973372011-07-31T01:42:21.772-07:00Hello everyone! Welcome to my blog where you'll find little tidbits about what's new with my photography. Thank you so much for stopping by. Leave me a comment so I know you were here.Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.comBlogger1321100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-57339856147545871382010-09-08T12:18:00.000-07:002010-09-08T12:43:59.552-07:00<div style="text-align: left;">So this blog went crazy... and all the photos and are gone :-( I'm pretty sad, but I'm still trying to fix it... cross your fingers that I can recover everything.</div><div><br /></div><div>Here's the <b>GOOD NEWS</b> though! The reason this blog went bad is because I got a brand spankin' <b>NEW BLOG/WEBSITE!</b> Yay! Check it out at <b><a href="http://amandapatrice.com/">www.amandapatrice.com</a></b> and be sure to add it to your google reader, bookmark page, facebook favorites, and whatever else you use to keep updated on your favorite blogs.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div>I thought it was about time my business had a look that was more "ME"... so what do you think? Hop on over and check it out. And stay tuned for more blog posts... I'm going to upload my last few and have tons of new photos to share with you in the next couple weeks :-)</div><div><br /></div><div><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 224px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_vPWeZbGN0hg/TIfm1U6tGBI/AAAAAAAAAfo/QAPur4rNhW8/s400/oldblogpreview.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5514630072560850962" /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-5733985614754587138?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-9880722527071150532010-09-01T15:47:00.000-07:002010-09-01T16:00:40.787-07:00<div>I knew I'd be missing these little faces once the reality of not being their nanny sunk in, so I decided I'd better snap some photos. On my last day I braved the summer heat and the chaos of taking 6 kids out in public by myself and forced them to pose for photos... and now I understand how moms can turn into psychos during photo shoots LOL. </div><div><br /></div><div>It was tough and I think we all had a meltdown at some point (Zane's glasses broke, Parker didn't like hugging the other kids, Seth kept knocking everyone down... ahhhh!), but it was SO WORTH IT! In my first week working from home it sure is good to see these silly faces... I love them :-)</div><div><br /></div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/QTM%20kid%20blog/qtmkids01.jpg" /><br /><br /><div>Aren't they all absolutely gorgeous? Josh and I are spoiled with ridiculously cute kids... in fact, Josh says if our kid doesn't come out of the womb cute he's pushing it back in. Whatta jerk, huh? LOL</div><div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/QTM%20kid%20blog/qtmkids02.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/QTM%20kid%20blog/qtmkids03.jpg" /><br /><br /><div>My only rule was for their parents and that was that they could wear whatever they wanted... I wanted to remember them just the way they were right then.</div><div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/QTM%20kid%20blog/qtmkids04.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">I can't decide which of these next 3 is my favorite... they're all so fun! Kids love them some jumping...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/QTM%20kid%20blog/qtmkids05.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/QTM%20kid%20blog/qtmkids06.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/QTM%20kid%20blog/qtmkids07.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/QTM%20kid%20blog/qtmkids08.jpg" /><br /><br /></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-988072252707115053?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-33435398668467985282010-09-01T14:17:00.000-07:002010-09-01T14:33:08.660-07:00<div>Baby Olivia is here and she's pretty much the cutest... but then again, her big sister is pretty much the cutest, too. Don't believe me? Here's evidence:</div><div><br /></div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/moreno_blog/olivia01.jpg" /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;">I love sleepy baby lips!</div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/moreno_blog/olivia02.jpg" /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;">Big sister love!</div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/moreno_blog/olivia03.jpg"/><br /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/moreno_blog/olivia04.jpg" /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;">Natalie, I heart you </div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/moreno_blog/olivia05.jpg" /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;">Mom wasn't expecting to be in photos... but she looked so pretty I made her do it! </div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/moreno_blog/olivia06.jpg" /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;">Sweet dreams :-)</div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/moreno_blog/olivia07.jpg" /><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-3343539866846798528?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-61547496405036187492010-08-30T10:05:00.000-07:002010-08-30T16:22:39.392-07:00<div>Mary and Lorenzo planned themselves one gorgeous wedding! Mary was stunning, Lorenzo was all smiles, and friends and family were so happy to see them finally tie the knot.</div><div><br /></div><div>Here are a few of my favorites from the day! Happy Monday :-)</div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Mary likes shoes... and sparkles. So why not combine the two? </div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/marin_blog/marin_blog01.jpg" /><br /><br /><div><div style="text-align: center;">Her dress was actually pale, pale pink...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/marin_blog/marin_blog02.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/marin_blog/marin_blog03.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Guess what... Mary MADE her own hairpiece. Isn't it gorgeous?</div><div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/marin_blog/marin_blog04.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">She's sooooo beautiful!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/marin_blog/marin_blog05.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Hey handsome...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/marin_blog/marin_blog06.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/marin_blog/marin_blog07.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">They were so excited! I love this moment...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/marin_blog/marin_blog08.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">All the girls had special shoes that fit their personalities... I love mismatching, yet matching details like this.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/marin_blog/marin_blog09.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Sugar!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/marin_blog/marin_blog10.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Their first dance with a nice little lighting mistake on the right...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/marin_blog/marin_blog11.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">We snuck out of the reception to take advantage of the beautiful light...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/marin_blog/marin_blog12.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/marin_blog/marin_blog13.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">One of my favorites of the day...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/marin_blog/marin_blog14.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">She's a master at walking in heels...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/marin_blog/marin_blog15.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/marin_blog/marin_blog16.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Bling!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/marin_blog/marin_blog17.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/marin_blog/marin_blog18.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div>Mary and Lorenzo, thank you so much for choosing me to capture your day... I hope you're having an amazing time in Antigua!</div><div><br /></div><div>Coordinating and Flowers: Dot the I's Events 949-419-4388 www.dottheiseventz.com</div><div><div>Hair + makeup: Design Visage 949-955-1655</div></div><div>Catering: Orange County Catering 949-683-2433</div><div>Video: Epoch Productions 949-742-2926 www.epochproductions.com</div><div>Jewelry: Mary, the bride! </div><div>Musician: Philip Bardowell www.philipbardowell.com/fr_home.cfm</div><div>DJ: Drue Mitchell djdruemitchell@hotmail.com</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-6154749640503618749?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-31829884082839834052010-08-28T16:08:00.000-07:002010-08-28T16:14:27.753-07:00<div>Yay!!!! Melissa and Branden had a photobooth at their wedding. And it was fun. </div><div><br /></div><div>Super fun:</div><div><br /></div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/winter_booth_blog/winter_booth_blog01.jpg" /><br /><br /><div><div style="text-align: center;">kisses!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/winter_booth_blog/winter_booth_blog02.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/winter_booth_blog/winter_booth_blog03.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Favorite from the night...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/winter_booth_blog/winter_booth_blog04.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Dahahahahaha!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/winter_booth_blog/winter_booth_blog05.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/winter_booth_blog/winter_booth_blog06.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/winter_booth_blog/winter_booth_blog07.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/winter_booth_blog/winter_booth_blog08.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Their sweet family photo got hijacked! </div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/winter_booth_blog/winter_booth_blog09.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/winter_booth_blog/winter_booth_blog10.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Bridesmaids!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/winter_booth_blog/winter_booth_blog11.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/winter_booth_blog/winter_booth_blog12.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/winter_booth_blog/winter_booth_blog13.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/winter_booth_blog/winter_booth_blog14.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/winter_booth_blog/winter_booth_blog15.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/winter_booth_blog/winter_booth_blog16.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/winter_booth_blog/winter_booth_blog17.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/winter_booth_blog/winter_booth_blog18.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/winter_booth_blog/winter_booth_blog19.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/winter_booth_blog/winter_booth_blog20.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/winter_booth_blog/winter_booth_blog21.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Even Kate and I got to play :-)</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/winter_booth_blog/winter_booth_blog22.jpg" /><br /><br /><div><div>PS Want one? The first 5 people to add one to their wedding collection gets a smokin' deal!</div></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-3182988408283983405?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-5162585958603696002010-08-24T21:31:00.000-07:002010-08-24T21:56:25.876-07:00Ian and Natalie were so fun to work with! I'm in love with how in love they are and how easily they can smile at one another. Within just a few minutes of being with them I could tell they were a perfect fit and I was instantly at ease... and inspired. <div><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: left;">They decided they wanted to start shooting near their home at their favorite hang out spots in Culver City... I love how the location shows a little piece of who they are right now... life changes so fast and I hope these photos will always help them remember when they first started their life together :-)</div><div style="text-align: center;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">But ok, enough with the cheesiness! Here are the photos:</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kristensen_blog/kristensen_blog01.jpg" /><br /><br /><div><div style="text-align: center;">They are so cute together! Always laughing... and kissing.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kristensen_blog/kristensen_blog02.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kristensen_blog/kristensen_blog03.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kristensen_blog/kristensen_blog04.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Natalie has THE most amazing green eyes...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kristensen_blog/kristensen_blog05.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kristensen_blog/kristensen_blog06.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kristensen_blog/kristensen_blog07.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">This might be my favorite of the day...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kristensen_blog/kristensen_blog08.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kristensen_blog/kristensen_blog09.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Quick change of scenery: </div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kristensen_blog/kristensen_blog10.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kristensen_blog/kristensen_blog11.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kristensen_blog/kristensen_blog12.jpg" /><br /><br /><br /></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-516258595860369600?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-84979659844876258902010-08-23T23:03:00.000-07:002010-08-24T00:11:07.012-07:00Melissa and Branden's wedding made me cry a little... in a good way, of course. It's always such an honor to see two people tie the knot, but even more so when they're also great friends. They are so in love and all throughout the crazy wedding planning process they never lost sight of what their wedding was really all about: marrying their best friend. Close friends and family made the day complete with heartfelt speeches, hugs, happy tears, and dancing. <div><br /></div><div>It was a perfect day... and here are the pictures (yay!):<div><div><div><div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div></div><div><div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/winter_wed_blog/winter_wed_blog01.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Anything and everything eclectic gets major points in my book...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/winter_wed_blog/winter_wed_blog02.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Getting prettier-fied...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/winter_wed_blog/winter_wed_blog03.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/winter_wed_blog/winter_wed_blog04.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Argyle? Yes please!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/winter_wed_blog/winter_wed_blog05.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Melissa is also a wedding photographer... so of course a 'first look' was planned (more time for photos, people!)</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/winter_wed_blog/winter_wed_blog06.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">They decided to write each other letters instead of exchanging vows out loud at the ceremony... it was a perfect way for them to tell each other how they felt.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/winter_wed_blog/winter_wed_blog07.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Ok... listen up! Melissa's maid of honor MADE THIS BOUQUET! She had never made one before and I still can't believe it! How amazing is it?! And it stayed gorgeous throughout the whole day... I think she needs to switch careers.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/winter_wed_blog/winter_wed_blog08.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Thanks to one of my favoritist 2nd shooters on the planet, Kate for catching this next one:</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/winter_wed_blog/winter_wed_blog09.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/winter_wed_blog/winter_wed_blog10.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Melissa had been collecting jars for months, her friend helped sew the table runners, and she did her own flowers... crafty!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/winter_wed_blog/winter_wed_blog18.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">My gorgeous friend...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/winter_wed_blog/winter_wed_blog11.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Melissa planned her wedding perfectly... all the way down to scheduling portraits during the best light. I luuuuuuv her!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/winter_wed_blog/winter_wed_blog12.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Hey, handsome...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/winter_wed_blog/winter_wed_blog13.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/winter_wed_blog/winter_wed_blog14.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/winter_wed_blog/winter_wed_blog15.jpg" /><br /><div style="text-align: center;">The first dance...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/winter_wed_blog/winter_wed_blog16.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Everyone had so much fun dancing! And Melissa made sure to request Lady Gaga for me... and even gave me permission to take a dance break :-)</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/winter_wed_blog/winter_wed_blog19.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Details!!! Take a close look... Melissa and Branden are amazing DIYers.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/winter_wed_blog/winter_wed_blog17.jpg" /><br /><br /></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><div>VENDORS! </div><div><br /></div><div>Hair: Rebecca Leigh Weddings | RebeccaLGill@yahoo.com | (714) 515-0200</div><div>Make-up: Bellissima Beauty, Natalie McCracken | (714) 809-1400</div><div>Flowers design: Sharon, Maid of Honor</div><div>Wholesale flowers: www.fiftyflowers.com </div><div>Officiant: YOUnique Ceremonies, Sean Fox | Sean@YOUniqueCeremonies.com | 714-402-2411</div><div>Cake: Sugar Me Bakery, Jess</div><div>DJ: Friend, Ian Cutrona (714)381-9931</div><div>Bridesmaid gifts: <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Tahoma; font-size: 13px; ">Melissa Loschy: <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/MelissaLoschy">http://www.etsy.com/shop/MelissaLoschy</a></span> </div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-8497965984487625890?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-86639623804551491052010-08-15T14:43:00.000-07:002010-08-16T10:37:45.912-07:00So the time has come... and I'm in a constant state of feeling excited, terrified, sad, inspired, nostalgic, happy, proud, insecure, guilty, and nervous... all at the same time. <div><br /></div><div>If the blog title hasn't already given away what the heck I'm talking about, here you go: I'm going full time with this whole photography thing and transitioning out of nanny-hood and into 'pseudo' auntie-hoot for the kids I've taken care of (and loved to pieces) since they were babies. I've been with them for 6 1/2 years (yes, six and a half years!) and I still don't think the reality of not seeing them all the time has sunken in yet. </div><div><br /></div><div>I'll miss them for sure, but can't wait to ditch the authority figure role in their lives and take on the fun, auntie role. No more forcing them to eat their veggies... now I get to let them eat candy and french fries because Amanda Time will be fun time!</div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/photoweb.jpg" /><br /><div><br /></div><div>So on the flip side of this whole situation is the scariest thing of all: Being a full time photographer. Just typing that made my stomach churn (like, literally). I've been looking forward to going full time for a while now, but now that its actually happening I'm nervous as hell (to be perfectly honest). There are so many what-ifs, uncertainties, budget tragedies, and fears making my head spin, but one thing trumps all that: </div><div><br /></div><div>I'm ridiculously excited to be turning something that I've always loved into my career. I get to take pictures of people celebrating great times in their lives... and get paid for it! How cool is that?! It's definitely worth all the stress (but seriously people, help a girl out and tell everyone you know that you know a photographer that needs work! I'd be forever grateful!)</div><div><br /></div><div>My friend Kate Noelle sneakily snapped these photos of me in action a few weeks ago. This will be me full time now: squinting into a camera, telling people to put their left hand on their hip, (but really meaning their right hand), reminding people to put their chin down, laughing, and taking photos of gorgeous people. Whoohoo!</div><div> </div><div><br /></div><div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/Kevilma0657.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/Kevilma0660.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/Kevilma0679.jpg" /><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><div>Warning: cheese alert! I'm about to sound like I'm accepting an Oscar or something, but this needs to be said...</div><div><br /></div><div>Josh, I can't believe you're being so supportive... you do realize we may be eating Top Raman for a few months, right? Thank you so much for having so much faith in me.</div><div><br /></div><div>And to my clients- I really can't thank you enough... I still get butterflies in my stomach when I hear that I'm officially hired to photograph you and your life. I love all of you!</div><div><br /></div><div>To my girls Kate Noelle, Stephanie Ann, Amanda Doublin, and Melissa Munding... you make my heart sooooooooo happy. You've all been the most amazing support system a girl could ask for... and you're all kick ass photographers to boot :-)</div><div><br /></div><div>And of course, to my friends and family that listen to me drone on and on about photography, thank you for listening and always telling me I can do this. I love you, too :-)</div></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-8663962380455149105?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-75033394691787178622010-08-12T19:00:00.000-07:002010-08-12T19:47:00.966-07:00<div>I'm so excited to share this wedding with you! Kevin and Vilma (aka Kevilma) have proven to be two of the sweetest people ever. They were so incredibly excited to be married and celebrate with close friends and family... and they had so much fun all day. They make such a great couple and make my heart so happy I think I may have even smiled in my sleep that night. LOL. </div><div><br /></div><div>Not only are Kevilma absolutely amazing, but they got hitched at my all time favorite venue. Ever. <a href="http://www.jdvhotels.com/hotels/losangeles/maya">The Hotel Maya</a> is a one of a kind place that is beautiful, unique, colorful, and full of the nicest staff. And with the help of lots of family and friends, the whole day went without a single hiccup.</div><div><br /></div><div>Anyway, enough gushing... on to the photos!</div><div><br /></div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kevilma%20blog/kevilma_blog01.jpg" /><br /><br /><div><div style="text-align: center;">I have eyebrow arch envy, haha. </div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kevilma%20blog/kevilma_blog02.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Oooooooh, shiny!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kevilma%20blog/kevilma_blog03.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kevilma%20blog/kevilma_blog04.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">I luuuuuuuuuuuuv all the color at The Maya... and Vilma is so naturally gorgeous.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kevilma%20blog/kevilma_blog05.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Kevin kept his mother close to his heart that day.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kevilma%20blog/kevilma_blog06.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kevilma%20blog/kevilma_blog07.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kevilma%20blog/kevilma_blog08.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kevilma%20blog/kevilma_blog09.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Isn't the way she's smiling at him just perfect?</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kevilma%20blog/kevilma_blog10.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kevilma%20blog/kevilma_blog11.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">The pink lobby windows are so fun to play with...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kevilma%20blog/kevilma_blog12.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">We kicked the bell hop out of his station to steal this shot :-)</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kevilma%20blog/kevilma_blog13.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Details!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kevilma%20blog/kevilma_blog14.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">And we'll end with the first dance :-) To see more click on the slideshow link at the bottom.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kevilma%20blog/kevilma_blog15.jpg" /></div><br />Vendors!<div>Make-up - Mary Schultz Makeup 310-358-9231 <a href="http://www.maryschultzmakeup.com/">www.maryschultzmakeup.com</a></div><div>Hair - Andy Diaz 323-681-6470</div><div>Music - Josh Bliss 213-792-9479</div><div>Catering - Hotel Maya</div><div><br /></div><div>SLIDESHOW! <a href="http://www.amandapatricegalleries.com/darkroom/share/?n=Kevin_and_Vilma_are_married">http://www.amandapatricegalleries.com/darkroom/share/?n=Kevin_and_Vilma_are_married</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-7503339469178717862?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-8432699594033226692010-08-07T23:36:00.000-07:002010-08-18T23:55:42.801-07:00<div>Ramon and Sheila got hitched last weekend! And I took a ton of photos... here are a few of my favorites from the day :-) </div><div><br /></div><div>Hope everyone is having a great weekend!</div><div><br /></div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/distor_wed_blog/distor_wed_blog01.jpg" /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;">Sheila was one of the most serene brides I've ever seen. Here she is helping her sister get ready...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/distor_wed_blog/distor_wed_blog02.jpg" /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;">And now her sister is helping her get ready... doesn't Sheila look so happy? She has such a great smile!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/distor_wed_blog/distor_wed_blog03.jpg" /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;">Her sweet flower girl was a perfect little assistant :-)</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/distor_wed_blog/distor_wed_blog04.jpg" /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;">I love me some window light!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/distor_wed_blog/distor_wed_blog05.jpg" /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;">Ramon and Sheila decided to see each other before the ceremony... score! We had lots of time for photos and they got to unwind and enjoy each other's company before saying 'I do'.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/distor_wed_blog/distor_wed_blog06.jpg" /><br /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/distor_wed_blog/distor_wed_blog07.jpg" /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;">How great is this tree?</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/distor_wed_blog/distor_wed_blog08.jpg" /><br /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/distor_wed_blog/distor_wed_blog09.jpg" /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;">The community center in Anaheim had the greatest lines and modern touches...</div><div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/distor_wed_blog/distor_wed_blog10.jpg" /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;">Here is one of my favorites of the day... the lines and shadows make me happy :-)</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/distor_wed_blog/distor_wed_blog11.jpg" /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;">Playing with light...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/distor_wed_blog/distor_wed_blog12.jpg" /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;">Married! Bubbles! Smiles!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/distor_wed_blog/distor_wed_blog13.jpg" /><br /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/distor_wed_blog/distor_wed_blog14.jpg" /><br /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/distor_wed_blog/distor_wed_blog15.jpg" /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;">Aren't these popcorn boxes amazing? Their faces are on them. LOVE!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/distor_wed_blog/distor_wed_blog16.jpg" /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;">And I'll leave you with some laughter from the toasts...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/distor_wed_blog/distor_wed_blog17.jpg" /><br /><br />SLIDESHOW!</div><div><a href="http://www.amandapatricegalleries.com/darkroom/share/?n=Ramon_and_Sheila_are_married">http://www.amandapatricegalleries.com/darkroom/share/?n=Ramon_and_Sheila_are_married</a><br /><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-843269959403322669?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-49387776673584402022010-08-06T12:31:00.000-07:002010-08-06T13:42:07.077-07:00<div>Yay! It's Friday! It's been a crazy week for me and I have a ton of photos to share with you... but for now here are some fun ones from a little project I did with Jen K Floral Design and The Hope Chest a few weeks ago. We thought it would be fun to show off some unique floral wedding designs... for kids!</div><div><br /></div><div>Jen K does some amazing things with flowers... in fact you should check out more of her work at <a href="http://www.jenkfloraldesign.com/index2.php?v=v1">www.jenkfloraldesign.com</a>. Or, even better, stop by her adorable shop in the Orange Circle off Lemon and Chapman... I'm sure you know someone that could use a bouquet of flowers this weekend :-)</div><div><br /></div><div>And while you're down there you should stop by The Hope Chest and take a peek at all their cute kid stuff... they have some great sales going on right now and are getting great new things in every day. </div><div><br /></div><div>Now on to the photos!</div><div><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/web-ready/flower_shoot_blog_01.jpg" /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Special thanks to Linda Ly from Grand Soirees Event Design &amp; Coordination... this adorable little model is her daughter, Sophie.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/web-ready/flower_shoot_blog_15.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: center; ">Jen happens to have some adorable nieces and nephews that came out to model for us, too. </div><div><br /></div></div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/web-ready/flower_shoot_blog_03.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">I am in love with this princess design! What little girl wouldn't want one of these?</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/web-ready/flower_shoot_blog_04.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/web-ready/flower_shoot_blog_05.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Sassy!</div><div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/web-ready/flower_shoot_blog_06.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/web-ready/flower_shoot_blog_07.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/web-ready/flower_shoot_blog_08.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">I'm especially in love with this simple little green headpiece... and this dress is what inspired me to do this shoot. It's just perfect:</div><div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/web-ready/flower_shoot_blog_09.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Perfect for the beach...</div><div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/web-ready/flower_shoot_blog_10.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/web-ready/flower_shoot_blog_11.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">And something sweet and a little more traditional...</div><div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/web-ready/flower_shoot_blog_12.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div>Thank you Jen for all your hard work and beautiful creations! I loved working with you... you're so fun :-) Tell your sisters I said thank you for taking the day off work and dealing with the heat to make this shoot possible. Their kiddos did a great job!</div><div><br /></div><div>Thank you to The Hope Chest, too! I luuuuuuuuv your kid's clothes! And thanks for lending Luka and Rylee to me for a couple hours... they made great little models.</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-4938777667358440202?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-84163048966603652562010-07-23T18:45:00.000-07:002010-07-23T19:04:54.027-07:00<div>Last weekend I got to hop into the car with the super awesome <a href="http://amandadoublin.com/">Amanda Doublin</a> and head up to Santa Barbara to photograph a wedding with her. Aaaaaaaaaand it was so fun! The wedding was gorgeous, the couple was adorable (and SO nice!), and <a href="http://amandadoublin.com/">Amanda</a> is one of my favorites... ever. </div><div><br /></div><div>Here are a few of my favorites of the day. Happy Friday!</div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Getting ready...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/meikablog/meikablog01.jpg" /><br /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/meikablog/meikablog02.jpg" /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/meikablog/meikablog03.jpg" /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;">They decided to see each other before the ceremony so they could get lots of photos in... LOVE!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/meikablog/meikablog04.jpg" /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;">Happy happy!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/meikablog/meikablog05.jpg" /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;">I had to run like a crazy person to catch this trolly for photos... it was worth it :-)</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/meikablog/meikablog06.jpg" /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;">Holy cow, these were some cute kiddos...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/meikablog/meikablog07.jpg" /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;">Nate's vows were so touching...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/meikablog/meikablog08.jpg" /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;">The bling:</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/meikablog/meikablog09.jpg" /><br /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/meikablog/meikablog10.jpg" /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;">I luuuuuuuuuuuuv succulents. Mieka is super environmentally friendly so I bet she has plans to plant these centerpieces somewhere... </div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/meikablog/meikablog11.jpg" /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: 15.8333px; ">First dance...</span></div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/meikablog/meikablog12.jpg" /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: 15.8333px; ">Toasts!</span></div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/meikablog/meikablog13.jpg" /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: 15.8333px; ">Then we all snuck away to take advantage of the most amazing light on the planet...</span></div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/meikablog/meikablog14.jpg" /><br /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/meikablog/meikablog15.jpg" /><br /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/meikablog/meikablog16.jpg" /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;">Wait, that's not cake! Nope, it's actually a pie whose recipe has been in Mieka's family for a long, long time... yum!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/meikablog/meikablog17.jpg" /><br /><br /><div><a href="http://amandadoublin.com/">Amanda Doublin</a>, </div><div>Thanks again for having me come along to this wedding! I luuuuuuv shooting with you and can't wait to do it again. XOXOXO</div><div><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-8416304896660365256?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-33747100419258470552010-07-14T19:55:00.000-07:002010-07-14T20:20:46.314-07:00Yessssssssss! I've finally gotten all my stuff together to start doing photo booths at weddings! It's going to be SO FUN. But before I lug all my stuff to a wedding I thought I had better figure out what the heck I'm doing... so I made my friends be my guinea pigs. I sure like those guys.<div><br /></div><div>PS Ignore the lame background... I just used my living room curtains this time around :-/<br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Sarah and Jelena were the first ones up!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/boothblog/booth01.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/boothblog/booth06.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/boothblog/booth08.jpg" /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;">Yay! I love them :-)</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/boothblog/booth09.jpg" /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;">James, bummer about your glasses.... it was worth the shot, though. Just sayin...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/boothblog/booth11.jpg" /><br /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/boothblog/booth12.jpg" /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;">James looks so mean! He doesn't like sweeping, I guess...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/boothblog/booth13.jpg" /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;">Jessica's expression is priceless here:</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/boothblog/booth16.jpg" /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;">Cheese. Eeeee. </div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/boothblog/booth19.jpg" /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;">My all time favorite of the day!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/boothblog/booth20.jpg" /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;">How cute are they?</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/boothblog/booth22.jpg" /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;">Work that denim jacket!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/boothblog/booth21.jpg" /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;">Uh..... yup, that's my guy on the right. Sigh.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/boothblog/booth25.jpg" /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;">Squishy... </div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/boothblog/booth27.jpg" /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;">Ok, this might be my other favorite.... </div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/boothblog/booth28.jpg" /><br /><br />Ok people! I want to do these at all my weddings! Tell your friends (and your mom and your grandma and your dog, whoever): The first 5 couples to add them to their wedding collection gets it for LESS! </div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-3374710041925847055?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-41631067023380233492010-07-07T21:07:00.000-07:002010-07-07T23:21:15.380-07:00<div>This is such a bittersweet post! I'm always excited to photograph Jazzy, but I'm sad this time because it was her last official shoot of the year... I can't believe she's already one! The Touzard family has easily become one of my most favoritist clients (ever!) and this past year with them has been amazing... now they just need to get started on baby #2 so I can see them regularly again... JK. Well, kind of...</div><div><br /></div><div>Anyway, here are some of my favorites from her latest shoot... be sure to click on the slideshow at the bottom to see her photos from the whole year :-) </div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Apparently Jazzy knows how old she is...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/touzard_1yr_blog/touzard_blog01.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/touzard_1yr_blog/touzard_blog02.jpg" /><br /><br /><div><div style="text-align: center;">Her favorite part about wearing sunglasses? Taking them off LOL.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/touzard_1yr_blog/touzard_blog03.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Gee, I wonder where she gets all her gorgeous hair from?</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/touzard_1yr_blog/touzard_blog04.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Omigosh, she was having SO MUCH FUN!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/touzard_1yr_blog/touzard_blog05.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">We shot at their house this whole year and I never ran out of beautiful places to photograph...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/touzard_1yr_blog/touzard_blog06.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Remember this chair from her newborn photos?! She's so big! Sniffle, sniffle...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/touzard_1yr_blog/touzard_blog07.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Haha, I couldn't resist including an outtake photo... this is her new favorite facial expression. I actually got more of these looks than smiles...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/touzard_1yr_blog/touzard_blog08.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/touzard_1yr_blog/touzard_blog09.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Of course we had to get a shot in the car...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/touzard_1yr_blog/touzard_blog10.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/touzard_1yr_blog/touzard_blog11.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/touzard_1yr_blog/touzard_blog12.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Peek-a-boo!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/touzard_1yr_blog/touzard_blog13.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">One of my favorites from the day... the light was just amazing.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/touzard_1yr_blog/touzard_blog14.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">And last, but not least, Jazzy threw me a perfectly cheesy smile. Love!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/touzard_1yr_blog/touzard_blog15.jpg" /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div></div><div style="text-align: center;">SLIDESHOW!!!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.amandapatricegalleries.com/darkroom/share/?n=Jazelle_Yvette">http://www.amandapatricegalleries.com/darkroom/share/?n=Jazelle_Yvette</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-4163106702338023349?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-50441999489191377982010-07-05T20:43:00.000-07:002010-07-05T21:32:05.011-07:00<div><br /></div><div>Melissa and Branden... I sure do like them. </div><div><br /></div><div>They're mellow and funny, sweet and laid back... and it's really just easy to hang out with them. Of course it helps that we're friends beyond this whole client/photographer business. In fact Melissa is not only a client and old high school friend, but a colleague with her own awesome photography business (talk about being nervous!). </div><div><br /></div><div>Branden and Melissa have been through a lot in the last few years... a back injury, a surgery, graduating college, starting a business... and they don't show even the faintest glimmer of it. It's obvious that they would do anything for each other and (sorry for the cheesyness) their love seems so natural and easy... they make a great team.</div><div><br /></div><div>But enough of me being sappy :-) Here are a few of my favorite photos from their engagement session. Thanks for reading and happy Monday!</div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">They are both serious readers and artists... and love them some Coke...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/winter_eng_blog/winter_eng_blog01.jpg" /><br /><br /><div><div style="text-align: center;">Melissa is so purty...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/winter_eng_blog/winter_eng_blog02.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/winter_eng_blog/winter_eng_blog03.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/winter_eng_blog/winter_eng_blog04.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/winter_eng_blog/winter_eng_blog05.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">They think movies are pretty awesome too... </div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/winter_eng_blog/winter_eng_blog06.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">And they REALLY love museums...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/winter_eng_blog/winter_eng_blog07.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/winter_eng_blog/winter_eng_blog08.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">In fact they love this particular museum so much that Branden proposed right here in front of Van Gogh's Mulberry Tree. Beautiful spot, huh?</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/winter_eng_blog/winter_eng_blog09.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Ahhhhh, skylights... I love you. </div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/winter_eng_blog/winter_eng_blog10.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">A quick stop back at Van Gogh... I could marry these frames...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/winter_eng_blog/winter_eng_blog11.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/winter_eng_blog/winter_eng_blog12.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">And, of course, we had to pay homage to their love for photography :-)</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/winter_eng_blog/winter_eng_blog13.jpg" /><br /><br />And that's all for now! Check back next month to see pictures from their Big Bear wedding... it's going to be amazing. No really, aaaa-mazing. I've seen all Melissa's wedding projects and they're nothing short of... well... amazing. She's a crafty lady!</div><div><br /></div><div><br /><br /><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-5044199948919137798?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-58313450879867462412010-07-03T23:08:00.000-07:002010-07-03T23:33:34.668-07:00<div>It's rare that I'm booked to photograph a wedding before even meeting the bride and groom... and even more rare when I don't even speak to them first... but that's how it began with Jessica and David. It was actually Jessica's mom that first emailed and then called me... I'll never forget it because she started the conversation out with a joke about my husband leaving his socks around the house... she had read my 'about me' section. I liked her already :-) </div><div><br /></div><div>And I'm so happy to say that I like Jessica and David a bunch, too. I was definitely a bit nervous meeting them for the first time at their engagement shoot, but we hit if off just fine. We got to know each other a bit as we walked around San Juan Capistrano shooting and I'm pretty sure their wedding is going to be ridiculously fun... too bad I have to wait until next May! </div><div><br /></div><div>Anyway, until then, here are a few favorites from the day. Happy 4th of July everyone!</div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/strong_eng_blog/strong_eng_01.jpg" /><br /><br /><div><div style="text-align: center;">Color + laughing!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/strong_eng_blog/strong_eng_02.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">I parked in this structure and insisted we shoot in it... I loved the all the vines :-)</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/strong_eng_blog/strong_eng_03.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">They're so awesome together...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/strong_eng_blog/strong_eng_04.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/strong_eng_blog/strong_eng_05.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">I'm falling in love with my zoom lens all over again... such beautiful blurry backgrounds... </div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/strong_eng_blog/strong_eng_06.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/strong_eng_blog/strong_eng_07.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/strong_eng_blog/strong_eng_08.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/strong_eng_blog/strong_eng_09.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/strong_eng_blog/strong_eng_10.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/strong_eng_blog/strong_eng_11.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Hey handsome...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/strong_eng_blog/strong_eng_12.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Hello, gorgeous...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/strong_eng_blog/strong_eng_13.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div>David and Jessica (and Sandy), </div><div>Thank you so much for choosing me to be your photographer! I really had a great time with you and seriously wish your wedding wasn't so far away! I'm looking forward to shooting with you again. :-)</div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-5831345087986746241?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-65047225818152861942010-06-21T08:04:00.000-07:002010-06-21T08:29:43.790-07:00Just a quickie blog post of my trip so far! I LOVE it here!<br /><br /><div><div style="text-align: center;">Lots of old lamp posts, trees, and wires in New Haven, CT. We waited in line for the infamous east coast pizza... it was pretty damn good. But, then again, I rarely meet a pizza I don't like (my bestie says I'm like a Ninja Turtle LOL).</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/eastblog1/eastblog1-01.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">How flippin' cool is this bus? Some random guy told me they used to make pizza FROM this bus. There's a bunch of equipment inside and a huge exhaust pipe sticking out of the top.</div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/eastblog1/eastblog1-02.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">One of my favorites :-)</div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/eastblog1/eastblog1-03.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Yay! New York! This building is across the street from our hotel... I love the random mix of ghetto and super nice in big cities.</div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/eastblog1/eastblog1-04.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">So much gorgeous color.</div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/eastblog1/eastblog1-05.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">My favorite!!! The sunset was awesome.</div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/eastblog1/eastblog1-06.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Chaos!</div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/eastblog1/eastblog1-07.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">This is my favorite time of day to shoot in cities... the sky is still blue, but all the building lights are on.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/eastblog1/eastblog1-08.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Ok... another favorite. You can't look up without seeing more than one building through your lens.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/eastblog1/eastblog1-09.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Yay! My travel buddies! I <3><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/eastblog1/eastblog1-10.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">The subway!</div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/eastblog1/eastblog1-11.jpg" /><br /><br /></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-6504722581815286194?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-45128251652888070482010-06-16T16:08:00.000-07:002010-06-16T21:45:56.784-07:00<div>I just have to start by saying that I am madly in love with this family! I first became smitten when I did their maternity session, then I realized it was something more when I took Roman's newborn portraits... and now I'm head over heels. PS I swear I'm not a stalker! They're just super awesome :-) Check out these photos and you'll see why:</div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">We met at the Dana Point Harbor because it's their favorite family spot to walk around and relax.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/acevedo4blog/acevedo4-01.jpg" /><br /><br /><div><div style="text-align: center;">Uh.... helloooooooo ridiculously cute baby!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/acevedo4blog/acevedo4-02.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">YAY COLOR!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/acevedo4blog/acevedo4-03.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Awe, he's ticklish :-)</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/acevedo4blog/acevedo4-04.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/acevedo4blog/acevedo4-05.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Our little man konked out mid-shoot... stinker!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/acevedo4blog/acevedo4-06.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/acevedo4blog/acevedo4-07.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">He woke up! And he had some super funny faces ready for the next round of photos. Seriously Josh (my husband) and I were cracking up as I went through the photos for the first time.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/acevedo4blog/acevedo4-08.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">For example:</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/acevedo4blog/acevedo4-09.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">And check out this picture perfect little boat Kirstie spotted as we were leaving... we helped ourselves to a few photos in it... I love how Kirstie just went for it and plopped Roman right down into it. Anything for the shot!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/acevedo4blog/acevedo4-10.jpg" /><br /></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Well peace out everyone! Keep your eyes peeled for my blog posts from NEW YORK in the next few days!!! </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-4512825165288807048?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-56967487092213175132010-06-15T00:20:00.000-07:002010-06-15T00:33:09.137-07:00They call it Kevilma Fest... and right then and there I knew I loved them. This couple is one of a kind and I seriously can't wait for their wedding next month... ahem, I mean Kevilma Fest next month. Their engagement session was so much fun I'm sure the big day will be absolutely amazing. <div><br /></div><div>Anyway, we played around in Laguna over the weekend and I got some pretty fun shots... here are just a few of my favorites. Thanks for looking!</div><div><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Yellow shoes? LOVE!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kevilma-eng-blog/kevilmablog01.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Laguna has so many cool spots to shoot in...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kevilma-eng-blog/kevilmablog02.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Sizzle, sizzle...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kevilma-eng-blog/kevilmablog03.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">I love their personalities :-)</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kevilma-eng-blog/kevilmablog04.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kevilma-eng-blog/kevilmablog05.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kevilma-eng-blog/kevilmablog06.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">The light was amazing!</div><div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kevilma-eng-blog/kevilmablog07.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kevilma-eng-blog/kevilmablog08.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">My gawd the sun loves Vilma! Her skin is absolutely flawless! </div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kevilma-eng-blog/kevilmablog09.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div>Kevin and Vilma, </div><div>Thank you so much for choosing me to be your photographer! I think you two are nothing short of amazing and I know your wedding will be epic. Can't wait!</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-5696748709221317513?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-58273312910830352312010-06-14T12:26:00.000-07:002010-06-14T12:33:26.013-07:00Last week I got to run around the park with 2 great families that I've been lucky enough to photograph before... and I gotta say, I just LOVE repeat clients. It's so much fun (and such a privilege) to watch families grow and change :-)<div><br /></div><div>Here are a few of my favorite shots from the day. Happy Monday!!<br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/virginiablog/virginiablog01.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Yay! Laughing!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/virginiablog/virginiablog02.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/virginiablog/virginiablog03.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Mom and Dad need photos too!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/virginiablog/virginiablog04.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Generations...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/virginiablog/virginiablog05.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">The Munar family... who just happen to be my awesome cousins :-)</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/virginiablog/virginiablog06.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/virginiablog/virginiablog07.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/virginiablog/virginiablog08.jpg" /><br /><br /><br /><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-5827331291083035231?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-36695577088025402622010-06-09T20:51:00.000-07:002010-06-09T20:56:37.908-07:00Yay! One of my all time favorite engagement sessions got featured on a wedding blog! My first feature! Hop on over and check it out :-)<br /><br /><a href="http://theunbride.com/2010/06/comic-book-engagement-session/">www.theunbride.com</a><br /><br /><a href="http://theunbride.com/2010/06/comic-book-engagement-session/"><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/theunbride.jpg" /></a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-3669557708802540262?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-763522479888984302010-06-07T22:32:00.000-07:002010-06-07T22:36:10.577-07:00Just thought I'd share one of my favorite random things ever. Seriously, it's hilarious... in fact, its my very favorite kind of humor. Come on, hit play... it's less than 4 minutes long...<br /><br />Happy Monday!<br /><br /><object width="853" height="505"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/lmDTSQtK20c&amp;hl=en_US&amp;fs=1&amp;"><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/lmDTSQtK20c&amp;hl=en_US&amp;fs=1&amp;" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="853" height="505"></embed></object><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-76352247988898430?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-33418859865624462882010-06-02T22:49:00.000-07:002010-06-02T23:04:16.134-07:00<div>Ahhhh, I'm so excited to finally post this shoot! I've been sitting on these photos since February... and I am NOT a patient person LOL. </div><div><br /></div><div>Anyway, <a href="http://www.happyhullaloo.com">Alice Hu</a> (a fellow photographer... who is awesome) got ahold of a few of Dolly Couture's fresh off the rack dresses and decided to do a little photo shoot... and I'm so glad she did! I love the quirky design of the dresses and had so much fun playing with light and poses. </div><div><br /></div><div>Be sure to stop by www.dollycouture.com to see all their gorgeous dresses! </div><div>Oh! And the beautiful hair and make-up was done by Jamie at www.jamiemichele.com</div><div><br /></div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/aliceshootblog/aliceshoot01.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/aliceshootblog/aliceshoot02.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/aliceshootblog/aliceshoot03.jpg" /><br /><br /><div><div style="text-align: center;">Ahhhh! Jessi is so gorgeous!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/aliceshootblog/aliceshoot04.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/aliceshootblog/aliceshoot05.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/aliceshootblog/aliceshoot06.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/aliceshootblog/aliceshoot07.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/aliceshootblog/aliceshoot08.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/aliceshootblog/aliceshoot09.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">My super favorite from the day!!!!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/aliceshootblog/aliceshoot10.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/aliceshootblog/aliceshoot11.jpg" /><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-3341885986562446288?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-15724980464114594132010-05-28T18:00:00.000-07:002010-05-28T18:06:07.427-07:00<div>Here's a super quick peak at Nicki's portrait party from last weekend... this was a fun one! Not only did I get to meet some amazing families and a bunch of ridiculously cute kids, but I got to see Nicki and her boys again! Score!</div><div><br /></div><div>Thanks again for hosting, Nicki. You have some great friends :-)</div><div><br /></div><div>Happy holiday weekend!!! </div><div><br /></div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/hennepartyblog/henneparty01.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/hennepartyblog/henneparty02.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/hennepartyblog/henneparty03.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/hennepartyblog/henneparty04.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/hennepartyblog/henneparty05.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/hennepartyblog/henneparty06.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/hennepartyblog/henneparty07.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/hennepartyblog/henneparty08.jpg" /><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-1572498046411459413?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-47423004473064417782010-05-24T09:05:00.000-07:002010-05-24T11:06:31.272-07:00<div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;">When I first met Mary and Lorenzo I was immediately struck by what a gorgeous couple they made. Then after chatting for a while I came to love how at ease they were with one another... they have this sort of calm about them that must come from being together for so long. They make a great pair and I can't wait to photograph their wedding in August. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Here are a few of my favorites from their engagement session... Happy Monday!</div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">We started at the beautiful Union Station in Los Angeles...</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jorndanblog/jordanblog01.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jorndanblog/jordanblog02.jpg" /><br /><br /><div><div style="text-align: center;">I loved all the color and lines at the station. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jorndanblog/jordanblog03.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jorndanblog/jordanblog04.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jorndanblog/jordanblog05.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jorndanblog/jordanblog06.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Damn, Mary is gorgeous! Just imagine her on her wedding day!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jorndanblog/jordanblog07.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">PS Mary is a jewelry designer... she made her own gorgeous earrings and necklace :-)</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jorndanblog/jordanblog08.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jorndanblog/jordanblog09.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Our next stop was Silver Lake...</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jorndanblog/jordanblog10.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">How amazing is this bar?! I found it on Yelp and as soon as I saw these booths right next to huge windows I had to shoot there...</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">PS this next one is my favorite of the day!</div><div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jorndanblog/jordanblog11.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Hot!!!</div><div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jorndanblog/jordanblog12.jpg" /><br /></div><div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jorndanblog/jordanblog13.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">After tearing ourselves away from that awesome bar we headed to the Griffith Observatory to catch the sunset.</div><div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jorndanblog/jordanblog14.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jorndanblog/jordanblog15.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jorndanblog/jordanblog16.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">It was sooooooo cold outside, but Mary was a trooper.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jorndanblog/jordanblog17.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jorndanblog/jordanblog18.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jorndanblog/jordanblog19.jpg" /><br /></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Thanks again Mary and Lorenzo. Can't wait for August!</div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-4742300447306441778?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-21086791249076520692010-05-22T23:58:00.000-07:002010-05-23T00:37:18.700-07:00Karly and Nathan win the award for most easy going. When I suggested shooting at a park that I described as ghetto, they said sure. And when I asked Karly to hike down into a rock bed in heels, she said ok. Throughout the shoot they just laughed and had fun with each other... they really make a great pair.<div><br />Oh, and did I mention she's my friend's little sis and that I randomly ran into them in Vegas? That really could've come up to bite me, but they saw past my buzzed banter and scheduled a more formal wedding consultation back in California (whew!).<br /><br />But wait, there's more! Their reception just happens to be at the same place I got married... and the big day is just a week after my 5 year anniversary :-) I can't wait to go back and take their wedding photos! Keep an eye out in October...<br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/goralblog/goralblog01.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/goralblog/goralblog02.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/goralblog/goralblog03.jpg" /><br /><br /><div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/goralblog/goralblog04.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/goralblog/goralblog05.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">I just told them where to stand here... they naturally did the rest.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/goralblog/goralblog06.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Hot...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/goralblog/goralblog07.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">They just look at each other and start laughing... which is pretty much my favorite :-)</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/goralblog/goralblog08.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">And here's my favorite of the day:</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/goralblog/goralblog09.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">I luuuuuuuuuved these trees!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/goralblog/goralblog10.jpg" /><br /></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-2108679124907652069?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-4257208337592209042010-05-21T12:47:00.000-07:002010-05-21T12:57:03.598-07:00Hello everyone! <br /><br />Just thought you may want to check out Kiera Faye's gorgeous take on Dina and Miguel's wedding... If you're getting hitched I highly recommend calling Kiera! She's super professional, ridiculously talented, and totally likable :-)<br /><br /><a href="http://kierafaye.com/">www.kierafaye.com</a><br /><br /><object width="400" height="225"><param name="allowfullscreen" value="true"><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"><param name="movie" value="http://vimeo.com/moogaloop.swf?clip_id=11615061&amp;server=vimeo.com&amp;show_title=1&amp;show_byline=1&amp;show_portrait=0&amp;color=&amp;fullscreen=1"><embed src="http://vimeo.com/moogaloop.swf?clip_id=11615061&amp;server=vimeo.com&amp;show_title=1&amp;show_byline=1&amp;show_portrait=0&amp;color=&amp;fullscreen=1" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowfullscreen="true" allowscriptaccess="always" width="400" height="225"></embed></object><p><a href="http://vimeo.com/11615061">Miguel &amp; Dina 4.24.10</a> from <a href="http://vimeo.com/kierafaye">Kiera Faye</a> on <a href="http://vimeo.com/">Vimeo</a>.</p><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-425720833759220904?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-3643889781511666342010-05-12T21:27:00.000-07:002010-05-12T21:39:29.912-07:00<div>Hello!</div><div><br /></div><div>Last week I had the pleasure of running around the park with this awesome family! I love me some repeat clients and it was so cool to see the boys again... Tanner is quite the chatterbox these days and Jayden was a photo-taking champ! Add in some new doggies, some cool light, and smiles and you've got yourself a family photo shoot :-)</div><div><br /></div><div>Happy Wednesday!</div><div><br /></div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/henne2blog/henneblog01.jpg" /><br /><br /><div><div style="text-align: center;">Mmmmm, symmetry makes me happy :-)</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/henne2blog/henneblog02.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Believe it or not, these are puppies... and they're the exact same age.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/henne2blog/henneblog03.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/henne2blog/henneblog04.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/henne2blog/henneblog05.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/henne2blog/henneblog06.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/henne2blog/henneblog07.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Holy cuteness, Batman! </div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/henne2blog/henneblog08.jpg" /><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-364388978151166634?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-59451541098357268502010-05-06T21:27:00.000-07:002010-05-07T12:10:21.728-07:00<div>Eddie and Vanesa are two seriously amazing people. Their wedding day was full of love and hugs, lots of dancing and even some tears. I'm a lucky lady to have been there for it :-)</div><div><br /></div><div>Here are some of my favorites from the day... happy Friday! Now I'm off to Joshua Tree to get my camp on :-)</div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">My second shooter, <a href="http://www.melissa-munding.com/site/">Melissa</a> and I agree: Vanesa is one of those beauties that wakes up gorgeous. Lucky.</div><div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/zavalawedblog/zavalawedblog01.jpg" /></div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/zavalawedblog/zavalawedblog02.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/zavalawedblog/zavalawedblog03.jpg" /><br /><br /><div><div style="text-align: center;">After the ceremony we had 2 hours for portraits!!! And a lunch break! So we started in Downtown Fullerton...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/zavalawedblog/zavalawedblog04.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/zavalawedblog/zavalawedblog05.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/zavalawedblog/zavalawedblog06.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">I luuuuuuved this tree's shadow!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/zavalawedblog/zavalawedblog07.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/zavalawedblog/zavalawedblog08.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Yay green!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/zavalawedblog/zavalawedblog09.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/zavalawedblog/zavalawedblog10.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Then we went to this awesome spot for a more natural setting.... I love the burnt trees and all the gorgeous yellow flowers.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/zavalawedblog/zavalawedblog11.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/zavalawedblog/zavalawedblog12.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Vanesa is so gorgeous!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/zavalawedblog/zavalawedblog13.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div>At the reception Eddie's sister surprised them with a mariachi band... it was so fun!<br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/zavalawedblog/zavalawedblog14.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/zavalawedblog/zavalawedblog15.jpg" /></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">And, of course... details!!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/zavalawedblog/zavalawedblog16.jpg" /></div><br />Want to see more photos? Check out the slideshow:<div><a href="http://www.amandapatricegalleries.com/darkroom/share/?n=Eddie_and_Vanesa_Garcia">http://www.amandapatricegalleries.com/darkroom/share/?n=Eddie_and_Vanesa_Garcia</a></div><div><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-5945154109835726850?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-36983567474560212592010-05-04T11:12:00.000-07:002010-05-04T11:21:04.221-07:00Check out what hit Bride Pop today.... Me! <div><br /></div><div>I wrote a little something something with my take on couples seeing each other before the ceremony. Read it here:</div><div><br /></div><div><a href="http://bridepop.com/advice/the-first-look/">http://bridepop.com/advice/the-first-look/</a></div><div><br /></div><div>And keep checking back... this site is packed with awesome information on wedding planning, ideas, and tips... and everything in between. </div><div><a href="http://www.blogger.com/bridepop.com"><br /></a></div><a href="http://bridepop.com/advice/the-first-look/"><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/Picture%203.jpg" /></a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-3698356747456021259?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-37837130865564132472010-05-03T22:47:00.000-07:002010-05-03T23:03:47.136-07:00Meet Landen, Lauren, and Logan - three totally cute kids that you may remember from last year when I did Logan's newborn photos. They've definitely grown a bit and were lots of fun to chase around. Here are a few favorites from the day :-)<div><br /></div><div>Happy Monday!</div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Aren't they sweet?!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/sylvesterblog/sylvesterblog01.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/sylvesterblog/sylvesterblog02.jpg" /><br /><br /><div><div style="text-align: center;">Landen was all about smiling for the camera. Don't you just want to squeeze those cheeks?!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/sylvesterblog/sylvesterblog03.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Logan is SO BIG!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/sylvesterblog/sylvesterblog04.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/sylvesterblog/sylvesterblog05.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Lauren decided this was a great spot to adjust her shoes... LOL</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/sylvesterblog/sylvesterblog06.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/sylvesterblog/sylvesterblog07.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/sylvesterblog/sylvesterblog08.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">The illusive Lauren smile caught on camera!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/sylvesterblog/sylvesterblog09.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Watch out, Landen has rocks locked and loaded in BOTH hands :-)</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/sylvesterblog/sylvesterblog10.jpg" /><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-3783713086556413247?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-29801357058993710322010-04-30T12:15:00.000-07:002010-04-30T13:54:44.404-07:00Dina and Miguel have been so amazing to work with. I really couldn't have asked for a cuter/sweeter/awesomer couple (yes, in my world 'awesomer' is a word). Their wedding day was nothing short of amazing and I'm honestly sad that it's over. Now they just have to have babies so I can photograph them again! I kid, I kid... sort of.<br /><br />Here are a few of my favorites of the day. Have a great weekend!<br /><br />And don't forget to check out more of Dina and Miguel's wedding here:<br /><a href="http://http://www.amandapatricegalleries.com/darkroom/share/?n=Miguel_and_Dina._married">http://www.amandapatricegalleries.com/darkroom/share/?n=Miguel_and_Dina._married</a><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/mendozablog/mendozablog01.jpg" /><br /><br /><div><div style="text-align: center;"> I love the Sheraton's decor.... </div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/mendozablog/mendozablog02.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">I wish my hair would curl like that... sigh. </div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/mendozablog/mendozablog03.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Madly in love with the ring bearer pillow made by Denise at Dee's Petals... have you ever seen something like that before? Love.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/mendozablog/mendozablog04.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">How incredibly gorgeous does Dina look? </div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/mendozablog/mendozablog05.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">We went over to the Fairplex for photos... I had no idea it was such a gorgeous place!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/mendozablog/mendozablog06.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">These ladies know how to work it for the videographer (the awesome Kiera Faye)</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/mendozablog/mendozablog07.jpg" /><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Dina's wedding gift to Miguel.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/mendozablog/mendozablog08.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Love the light, LOVE the newlyweds.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/mendozablog/mendozablog18.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/mendozablog/mendozablog09.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/mendozablog/mendozablog10.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/mendozablog/mendozablog11.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/mendozablog/mendozablog12.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">They were all smiles for the rest of the night... </div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/mendozablog/mendozablog13.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/mendozablog/mendozablog14.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Check out this awesome shot my 2nd shooter got... I love it!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/mendozablog/mendozablog15.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">I've been having fun with the ring shots lately...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/mendozablog/mendozablog16.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">And, of course, the DETAILS!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/mendozablog/mendozablog17.jpg" /><br /><br />All the amazing vendors:</div><div>Flowers - Dee's Petals www.deespetals.com 562-536-5439<br />Video - Kiera Faye www.kierafaye.com 714-768-3156<br />Hair and Makeup - Sundarii Hair Studio 909-629-8259<br />DJ - Social Chemistry Events www.socialchemistryevents.com 949-679-2832<br />Ambiance Lighting - 323-254-4300<br />Sheraton coordinator - Annie King<br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-2980135705899371032?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-19426338610576697712010-04-21T11:40:00.000-07:002010-04-21T19:44:51.319-07:00<div>Sooooooooo... Amanda and Randy are pretty much awesome. They laugh, they joke, they picked an awesome place to have their engagement session... and one of them has a particularly cool name (just sayin'). </div><div><br /></div><div>I'd forgotten how gorgeous San Juan Capistrano is. It's so full of texture and color, my two favorite things to incorporate into my photos. Then add a cute couple and I'm all set. Here are a few of my favorites of the day... keep an eye out for their wedding photos coming in the fall where you'll see lots more color (yellow + orange!). Happy Wednesday!</div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">I'll start things off with my favorite shot of the day:</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/pedrozablog/pedrozablog01.jpg" /><br /><br /><div><div style="text-align: center;">Why, hello gorgeous...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/pedrozablog/pedrozablog02.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Randy liked this random window... so we hung out with it for a bit.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/pedrozablog/pedrozablog03.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Yellow!!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/pedrozablog/pedrozablog04.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Randy was always saying something under his breath to make Amanda laugh... don't know what he was saying, but it made for great photos :-)</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/pedrozablog/pedrozablog05.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/pedrozablog/pedrozablog06.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/pedrozablog/pedrozablog07.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Love...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/pedrozablog/pedrozablog08.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Randy and Amanda, </div><div style="text-align: center;">I can't wait for your wedding in September! Thanks for having me :-)</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/pedrozablog/pedrozablog09.jpg" /><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-1942633861057669771?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-12904871707287302032010-04-13T08:17:00.000-07:002010-04-13T09:28:57.958-07:00<div>When I met Eddie and Vanesa two a few weeks ago for their wedding consultation I was secretly crossing my fingers under the table, hoping they would hire me. They were so easy-going and sweet, and I really liked them instantly. I could just tell they made a good team, ya know? </div><div><br /></div><div>They also got extra points for being awesome because they have the best gift registry items ever! Eddie got ahold of the registry gun at Target and scanned a Nerf gun, video games, a stereo system... and not to leave Vanesa out, he found a Barbie with dark hair and a purple dress to match Vanesa and the wedding. He told me Vanesa had never had a barbie before and that she needed one. How cute is that? </div><div><br /></div><div>PS. Guess what I got them for an early wedding gift. Yup, the Nerf gun and the Barbie! The checker at Target gave me the oddest look when I asked her to take those items off the registry, "These toys are on the registry? Is it birthday party? A wedding?! Oh."</div><div><br /></div><div>Anyway, here are some of my favorites from the day. They were troopers trespassing with me, changing into and out of heels every 2 minutes, and looking hot in her dress even though it was freezing outside (Vanesa, not Eddie, haha). </div><div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/zavalablogpost/zavala01.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/zavalablogpost/zavala02.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">My favorite from the day! </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/zavalablogpost/zavala10.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">All the flowers were so fun to play with :-)</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/zavalablogpost/zavala03.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Vanesa, you're gorgeous!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/zavalablogpost/zavala04.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">The sun would NOT come out and play... but the cloudy sky is actually pretty cool.<br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/zavalablogpost/zavala05.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/zavalablogpost/zavala07.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Yay laughing!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/zavalablogpost/zavala08.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Nice job on the ring, Eddie!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/zavalablogpost/zavala09.jpg" /><br /><br /><br /><br /></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-1290487170728730203?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-33002793107958804702010-04-07T08:59:00.000-07:002010-04-07T09:16:56.995-07:00<div style="text-align: center;">It's Jazelle time again... and she's getting so big! Remember when she was just born? </div><div><br /></div><div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jazblog/jaz01.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Now look! Who said she could grow up so fast? Tear, sniffle....</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jazelle9blog/jazelle9blog01.jpg" /><br /><br /><div>I've been so lucky to be this family's photographer. They are really are dream clients... I LUUUUUUV working with them and I owe them big this time... Keep your eye out for them in the next couple months... they'll be back on the blog in a fancy new spot. And this time there will be sound and motion ;-)</div><div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jazelle9blog/jazelle9blog02.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">It's amazing how much teeth will change a baby's face. Cute!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jazelle9blog/jazelle9blog03.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Ahhhh! Jazzy's gonna slime me!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jazelle9blog/jazelle9blog04.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">I love these kinds of photos... she won't use bottles forever. This little calm moment in time is fleeting...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jazelle9blog/jazelle9blog05.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jazelle9blog/jazelle9blog06.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Cheeks!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jazelle9blog/jazelle9blog07.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jazelle9blog/jazelle9blog08.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Haha! I've got a leaf and I'm gonna eat it! And Mom and Dad can't see me... and this lady with the camera has her hands full. Sweet!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jazelle9blog/jazelle9blog09.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Who you honking at?!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jazelle9blog/jazelle9blog10.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jazelle9blog/jazelle9blog11.jpg" /><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-3300279310795880470?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-74649799807782696392010-04-06T21:51:00.000-07:002010-04-15T11:22:48.451-07:00<div>So when I emailed Colette of <a href="http://www.colettesevents.com/">Colette's Catering</a> a few weeks ago I honestly had no idea how amazing her catering empire was. I had driven by her shop before... or so I thought. Turns out she has the most beautiful NEW place and quite the fantastic business. I was in total awe when I walked in the door. And then totally intimidated... until I met everyone. Everyone is not only insanely talented, but super nice and down to earth. I knew I was in for some fun. </div><div><br /></div><div>I had emailed Colette thinking I should introduce myself to more local vendors and offer my services to any businesses that needed photos. Apparently I had great timing because she just so happened to have some fun cakes scheduled for that weekend and needed action shots of her 'Cake Goddesses' working their magic. And, of course, I was happy to oblige :-)</div><div><br /></div><div>Colette, </div><div>Thanks so much for allowing me to shoot photos of everyone in action. You have an amazing business and I had a great time. Hope to work with you again :-)</div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">This was actually a cake in their showroom..... ahhhhh-mazing, huh?</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/coletteblog/coletteblog01.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/coletteblog/coletteblog02.jpg" /><br /><br /><div><div style="text-align: center;">Theresa made this look sooooooo easy... I'm sure I would have made a huge mess of it, though.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/coletteblog/coletteblog03.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">These little birds were hand-made by Theresa... I was in love!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/coletteblog/coletteblog04.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">She made this look so effortless!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/coletteblog/coletteblog05.jpg" /><br /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/coletteblog/coletteblog07.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">The guys in the catering area were hilarious. They were always talking and laughing as they worked.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/coletteblog/coletteblog08.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">To be honest I don't even like mushrooms... but I bet I would have liked these. They smelled so good!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/coletteblog/coletteblog09.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Even appetizers look like art.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/coletteblog/coletteblog10.jpg" /><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-7464979980778269639?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-36184294814444147032010-04-04T21:23:00.000-07:002010-04-04T21:49:54.531-07:00<div>Hello and Happy Easter! Hope everyone had a great day :-)</div><div><br /></div><div>Anywho... I'm finally catching up on last week's craziness! Here are some photos from a portrait party I did last Sunday for Brandi and some of her friends... It was lots of fun and I got to meet some seriously cute kids/families. XOXOXOXOXO!</div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Here's Brandi and her guys...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/christiansenpartyblog/chrispartyblog01.jpg" /><br /><br /><div><div style="text-align: center;">Laughing! </div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/christiansenpartyblog/chrispartyblog02.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">This photo was maybe half a second after a tantrum... I love how kids can go from livid to happy in the blink of an eye LOL.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/christiansenpartyblog/chrispartyblog03.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">I luuuuuuuved this little corner of the park we found... it was mellow and empty and had the most beautiful trees. </div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/christiansenpartyblog/chrispartyblog04.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Omigosh! Baby Quinn is so adorable!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/christiansenpartyblog/chrispartyblog05.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">I've been looking for the right opportunity to give this pose a try...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/christiansenpartyblog/chrispartyblog06.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/christiansenpartyblog/chrispartyblog07.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">I loved photographing this family!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/christiansenpartyblog/chrispartyblog08.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">All three girls have the most beautiful eyes...</div><div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/christiansenpartyblog/chrispartyblog09.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/christiansenpartyblog/chrispartyblog10.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Their mom was so excited the boys agreed to have their photos taken... she'd never had photos taken of all the kids at once before... I'm glad I got to be the one to finally get their portraits :-)</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/christiansenpartyblog/chrispartyblog11.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Brooke is a natural!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/christiansenpartyblog/chrispartyblog12.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/christiansenpartyblog/chrispartyblog13.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Seriously loved the trees! And the kids, of course.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/christiansenpartyblog/chrispartyblog14.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">As Reed was trying to escape I got his attention being a total dork - I was sneezing a rubber duck off my head... nerdy, but effective.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/christiansenpartyblog/chrispartyblog15.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Brock was such a great little model. He was so serious about having his photos taken, but turned on the most winning smile when I was ready to snap the photo. </div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/christiansenpartyblog/chrispartyblog16.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Mom was able to wrangle them in for about 2 seconds so I could grab this shot...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/christiansenpartyblog/chrispartyblog17.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/christiansenpartyblog/chrispartyblog18.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Omigosh, Dylan is a character! I had so much fun thinking of poses with him. The deal was that I got to pick the spot and the pose and then HE could pick. He's pretty funny and creative!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/christiansenpartyblog/chrispartyblog19.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/christiansenpartyblog/chrispartyblog20.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/christiansenpartyblog/chrispartyblog21.jpg" /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-3618429481444414703?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-38741276847755642572010-04-01T23:45:00.000-07:002010-04-02T00:20:18.435-07:00<span class="Apple-style-span" style=" white-space: pre-wrap; font-family:'Lucida Grande';font-size:11px;"><div>This was such a fun wedding! Shannyn was stunning, Kenny was so excited, I got a new in-law of an in-law added to my family, and the DJ played some of my favorite photo-taking-while-dancing songs! Ahhh, love. </div><div> </div><div>Here are some of my favorites from the day... and don't forget to check out the slideshow to see more :-) Happy Thursday!!!</div><div> </div><div style="text-align: center;">Gorgeous hair and makeup by Shannon Rhodes of Luca Bella Salon</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kirklandweddingblog/kirklandwedblog01.jpg" /> <div><div style="text-align: center;">Love the trees and the blue sky! It was such a gorgeous day for a wedding.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kirklandweddingblog/kirklandwedblog02.jpg" /> </div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Kenny was banished to the gazebo when we found out Shannyn had arrived at the ceremony site. </div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kirklandweddingblog/kirklandwedblog03.jpg" /> </div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Telling jokes to take the edge off :-) I love laughing.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kirklandweddingblog/kirklandwedblog04.jpg" /> </div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Kenny + Shannyn's gorgeous daughter, Sophia... doesn't she make the most adorable flower girl?</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kirklandweddingblog/kirklandwedblog05.jpg" /> </div><div><div style="text-align: center;">So much beautifulness! PS Cassie on the left here JUST had her baby as I write this post! Congratulations!!!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kirklandweddingblog/kirklandwedblog06.jpg" /> </div><div><div style="text-align: center;">The. Light. Was. Perfect!!!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kirklandweddingblog/kirklandwedblog07.jpg" /> </div><div><div style="text-align: center;">The ring bearers goofing off before the ceremony. The 2 on the left just happen to be my awesome nephews :-)</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kirklandweddingblog/kirklandwedblog08.jpg" /> </div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Ahhh, I LUUUUUVVVV when the groom sees his bride for the first time. Priceless!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kirklandweddingblog/kirklandwedblog09.jpg" /> </div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Longest first kiss ever! Yowza!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kirklandweddingblog/kirklandwedblog10.jpg" /> </div><div><div style="text-align: center;">One of my favorite shots of the day! They're so happy, I love it!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kirklandweddingblog/kirklandwedblog11.jpg" /> <img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kirklandweddingblog/kirklandwedblog12.jpg" /> </div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Ok, for realz... these are my favorite photos of the day. I love how Shannyn tries to keep her smile at bay... but she can't help smiling at Kenny no matter how hard she tries :-)</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kirklandweddingblog/kirklandwedblog13.jpg" /> <img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kirklandweddingblog/kirklandwedblog14.jpg" /> <img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kirklandweddingblog/kirklandwedblog15.jpg" /> </div><div><div style="text-align: center;">First dance!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kirklandweddingblog/kirklandwedblog16.jpg" /> </div><div><div style="text-align: center;">$6.00!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kirklandweddingblog/kirklandwedblog17.jpg" /> </div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Have I ever mentioned how much I love receptions? They're so fun! Look at Shannyn go!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kirklandweddingblog/kirklandwedblog18.jpg" /> </div> <div style="text-align: center;">Details!!!!! The beautiful cake was made by Ninna Detar. Red velvet, yum!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kirklandweddingblog/shannyndetails.jpg" /> CLICK HERE TO SEE A SLIDESHOW WITH MORE PHOTOS! <a href="http://www.amandapatricegalleries.com/darkroom/share/?n=Kenny_and_Shannyn#kirklandslideshow12jpg">http://www.amandapatricegalleries.com</a><div> </div><div>PS Kirklands, I'll get more family photos of you guys up soon! Just waiting for my assistant's photos :-)</div><div><br /></div><div>DJ: www.classictouchdj.com</div><div>Florist: www.cinderellasflowers.com</div><div>Videographer: www.atimlessmemory.com</div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div></span><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-3874127684775564257?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-24533403814210874182010-03-21T19:15:00.000-07:002010-03-21T19:48:54.587-07:00I recently heard (from an awesome photographer named Mike Larson) that your 'to-do' list should never supersede your 'to-be' list.... meaning never prioritize task above character. <div><br /></div><div>This is SOOOOOOO difficult! How many times have you just wanted to finish up the dishes before you had to be somewhere? And then you end up being late? Was getting that chore done really more important than being on time? Probably not. Would you rather be a reliable, punctual person with a few dishes in the sink.... or the person people always have to wait for? Kind of a no-brainer, huh? But what kind of things are on your 'to-be' list? How can you be the kind of person you want to be and still get the day-to-day things done? I honestly don't know yet, but I'm making it a point to find out! And I think the best place to start is with my 'to-be' list. So here we go (in no particular order, I'm not that organized!):</div><div><br /></div><div>I want to be:</div><div>Happy</div><div>Reliable</div><div>Creative</div><div>Loved</div><div>Loving</div><div><div>Healthy</div></div><div>Considerate</div><div>Generous</div><div>Punctual</div><div>Quick to laugh</div><div>A good wife, friend, daughter, sister, auntie, etc....</div><div>A great mom.... some day</div><div>Tolerant</div><div>Fair</div><div>Relaxed</div><div>Confident</div><div>Inspiring</div><div>Strong</div><div>Organized</div><div>Fun</div><div>Spontaneous</div><div>Content</div><div>Successful</div><div><br /></div><div>I'm sure I'll come up with more things, but I think that's enough to think about for now. I guess the next step is learning how to make decisions based on my 'to be' list instead of my 'to-do' list.... I'm taking all suggestions on how the heck to do that... anyone have any advice? What's on your to-be list?</div><div><br /></div><div>And cuz pictures rule, here's a new one from my awesome bride/friend/future in-law of an in-law's bridal shower:</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/shower.jpg" /><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-2453340381421087418?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-52027103590136729162010-03-17T22:22:00.000-07:002010-03-17T22:45:55.296-07:00This post is full of some familiar faces... in fact, you just saw them last week. Turns out Kristin loved the album I gifted her for helping me with my accounting and she decided to have me make an album for her Dad's birthday gift... with new photos :-)<div><br /></div><div>This time around Zane and Andie stepped it up with the accessories... seriously these kids have an awesome sense of style... and Uncle Michael and Uncle Brad joined in to make this shoot something their dad would love.</div><div><br /></div><div>So here are my favorites... thanks for reading!</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">How cool is Zane? Seriously...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/andersonwhiteblog/andersonwhite01.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/andersonwhiteblog/andersonwhite02.jpg" /><br /><br /><div><div style="text-align: center;">Kristin, Michael, and Brad haven't been professionally photographed in years and years... hopefully her dad is surprised!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/andersonwhiteblog/andersonwhite03.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">PS this is Kristin's dad's Vintage Motorcycle Museum.... yeah that's right. It's an amazing place... it was Kristin's idea to sneak us in for the photo shoot :-)</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/andersonwhiteblog/andersonwhite04.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/andersonwhiteblog/andersonwhite05.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">They love them some Uncle Michael...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/andersonwhiteblog/andersonwhite06.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/andersonwhiteblog/andersonwhite07.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/andersonwhiteblog/andersonwhite08.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">There goes Zane being ridiculously cool again...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/andersonwhiteblog/andersonwhite09.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Awe, Zane loves his Uncle...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/andersonwhiteblog/andersonwhite10.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">My favorite of the day!!!!!!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/andersonwhiteblog/andersonwhite11.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">2nd favorites of the day! </div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/andersonwhiteblog/andersonwhite12.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Million $$ smile...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/andersonwhiteblog/andersonwhite13.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div>I had to convince Andie to let me take that last shot by promising HER she could take a photo of ME. And I have to say... it's not bad :-)<br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/andersonwhiteblog/andersonwhite14.jpg" /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-5202710359013672916?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-2239218337946329912010-03-14T23:07:00.000-07:002010-03-14T23:27:25.103-07:00<div>Yay! Baby Ozzy is here! He's such a cutie and was blessed with the most amazing ability to sleep through his siblings' noisiness (Big sister Rylee thought she should provide 'music' during the session and banged on various things with some kind of stick, haha). He's also adding to my lucky streak and DIDN'T pee on me during the shoot - yessssss! </div><div><br /></div><div>Here are some of my favorites from the day... hope you had an awesome weekend!</div><div><br /></div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/ozzyblog/ozzyblog01.jpg" /><br /><br /><div><div style="text-align: center;">I LOVE this light and this gate... and this baby... and the blanket.... and the beer Mommy gave me to keep my working conditions pleasant :-)</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/ozzyblog/ozzyblog02.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/ozzyblog/ozzyblog03.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">His profile is sooooooo cute.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/ozzyblog/ozzyblog04.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">He wasn't so sleepy in the end there, but he was still cute... and so wrinkly. Christina said he looks like a shar pei, hahaha. </div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/ozzyblog/ozzyblog05.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/ozzyblog/ozzyblog06.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Baby details!!!!!!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/ozzyblog/ozzyblog07.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/ozzyblog/ozzyblog08.jpg" /><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-223921833794632991?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-47907885961203350062010-03-13T19:13:00.000-08:002010-03-13T19:27:25.195-08:00<div>Ugh! Being in <i>front</i> of the camera is scary... I don't like it! That said, it's amazing that my friend <a href="http://vimeo.com/user2128630">Kiera Faye</a> not only got me to pose in front of the camera, but she got me to pose for a camera shooting <i>video</i>... yikes! </div><div><br /></div><div>She wanted to try her hand at a 'long portrait' and it turned out <i>so</i> cool. She was playing with the live video function of my Canon 5d Mark II and I gotta say I'm going crazy with the possibilities of my camera. Who wants to play? Anyone want to be my video guinea pig?</div><div><br /></div><div>Anyway, keep an out in the next couple months for more of Kiera's handy work... she'll be doing a promo video for me. Whoohoo!</div><div><br /></div><object width="400" height="225"><param name="allowfullscreen" value="true"><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"><param name="movie" value="http://vimeo.com/moogaloop.swf?clip_id=10142990&amp;server=vimeo.com&amp;show_title=0&amp;show_byline=0&amp;show_portrait=0&amp;color=&amp;fullscreen=1"><embed src="http://vimeo.com/moogaloop.swf?clip_id=10142990&amp;server=vimeo.com&amp;show_title=0&amp;show_byline=0&amp;show_portrait=0&amp;color=&amp;fullscreen=1" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowfullscreen="true" allowscriptaccess="always" width="400" height="225"></embed></object><p><a href="http://vimeo.com/10142990">Long Portrait: Amanda Patrice</a> from <a href="http://vimeo.com/user2128630">Kiera Faye</a> on <a href="http://vimeo.com/">Vimeo</a>.</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-4790788596120335006?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-50686678865415387552010-03-11T20:02:00.000-08:002010-03-11T20:49:44.235-08:00<img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/andersonbookblog/andbook01.jpg" /><br /><br /><div>A couple weeks ago I got sneaky and did a secret photo shoot for my friend that has been super generous with her time and patience by helping me get my accounting in order (ugh). My accounting skillz are still questionable and I'm sure I'll be running to her for more help in the future, but hopefully she'll be happy to help for a while longer after getting this photo album :-)</div><div><br /></div><div>It's actually a new product and I'm IN LOVE! It's a great cost effective option for family photo shoots or brides on a budget. I seriously can't make enough of these right now so if anyone is interested in getting one let me know :-) This book retails $325 for 40 pages ($250 for 20 pages).</div><div><br /></div><div>Here are a few photos....</div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">I love that I can put words on the spine of the book.... don't know why, but I think it's awesome.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/andersonbookblog/andbooj01.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/andersonbookblog/andbooj02.jpg" /><br /><br /><div><div style="text-align: center;">The pages are super thick and sturdy.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/andersonbookblog/andbooj03.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">The images don't have to be cut down the middle so it looks so beautiful and seamless... love!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/andersonbookblog/andbooj04.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/andersonbookblog/andbooj05.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/andersonbookblog/andbooj06.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">PS these are 2 of the kids I take care of at my little daycare during the week. I actually started the day Zane (on the left) was born..... I LOVE them :-)</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/andersonbookblog/andbook02.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/andersonbookblog/andbook08.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">They're so funny! They were so awesome to photograph because they love each other so much and they just had fun the whole time :-) And I bribed them with Slurpies, hahaha.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/andersonbookblog/andbook04.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/andersonbookblog/andbook05.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Andie's smile is soooooooo amazing...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/andersonbookblog/andbook06.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Sarah was babysitting the day we snuck the shoot in and helped me orchestrate the whole thing... thanks buddy!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/andersonbookblog/andbook07.jpg" /><br /><br /><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-5068667886541538755?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-87670874531302967062010-03-10T09:12:00.000-08:002010-03-10T09:56:53.505-08:00So the last couple days have been a whirlwind of fun, learning, sleep deprivation, and junk food. In fact I'm exhausted and my poor body is screaming for a vegetable or a piece of fruit... something, anything healthy. But that'll have to wait just a bit longer....<div><br /></div><div>On my way home from taking my husband to work I got this crazy energy and inspiration (maybe it was the Lady Gaga CD I was bumping or maybe I'm finally going loopy. Or both). I just felt like I had to make an announcement so that 1.) people would know what was coming up and 2.) I would be held accountable for actually following through with my intentions. </div><div><br /></div><div>Now I know it sounds like something big is coming, but it's not really. It's a big deal to me and it's going to be tough, but it's going to sound ridiculously simple and obvious to most other people. But none the less, here goes: I am going to start being myself. I need to start learning how to be me in the most honest and simple way. I need to stop filtering what I think, write, say just because I think it would be dumb, trivial, embarrassing, or irrelevant.... or scariest of all: judged. </div><div><br /></div><div>Now you may be saying... uh that's it? And yes, that's it. The photography trade show I attended this year in Vegas was amazing. I went with amazing friends and saw amazing photographers speak and give lectures. I learned unexpected things and got inspired in ways that I didn't see coming (hence this random blog post). </div><div><br /></div><div>I've decided that this will be my year of character development and reputation building and working like crazy. I want to shoot every single wedding I can get my hands on, meet every newborn, snap every photo I can. I want to connect with people, make friends, document people's stories. I plan on putting myself out there and learning not to be afraid of judgment. I want people to get to know the real me and either NOT LIKE ME or BECOME MY FRIEND. I will blog about whatever I want whenever I want. I will allow myself to go off on tangents about how much I love Thai food and Mexican wrestling. I will be myself. </div><div><br /></div><div>And hopefully I'll get some blog readers that care and feel some sort of connection with me, my randomness, or my photography. But if not, at least I know my Mom and Pappy (hi Chief!) will read what I write. And that's fine too. </div><div><br /></div><div>And since photos are my favorite here are the only photos I have from my big photography convention is Vegas (and I didn't even take them):</div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Yes, it's a photo of a photo. My scanner isn't working, haha. How funny is this one? It's my favorite from the night.<br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/airhornsblog/airhorns1.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">The other two awesome ladies are Stephanie Ann in the middle and Amanda Lynn on the right (yup, the other Amanda Lynn from Fullerton LOL). They are the best and some of the funnest dance partners ever.<br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/airhornsblog/airhorns2.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Haha, the one on the top left is pretty hilarious too... we obviously weren't ready for that one.<br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/airhornsblog/airhorns3.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">The other two girls are Alice Hu and Connie Chung.<br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/airhornsblog/airhorns4.jpg" /><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-8767087453130296706?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-2808455057824124972010-02-28T17:42:00.000-08:002010-02-28T17:56:02.368-08:00<div>Meet Alex. I just met him today myself, though I feel like I've known him for years... he's my awesome hairstylist's son and you know how girls like to chat :-)</div><div><br /></div><div>Anyway, this morning Alex rode around Downtown Fullerton on his scooter while I looked for interesting places to shoot. I was actually a bit nervous because I knew how cool Alex was going to be and I was a bit worried he'd hate being in front of the camera. </div><div><br /></div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/alexblog/alexblog01.jpg" /><br /><br /><div><div style="text-align: center;">He has the best hair... of course.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/alexblog/alexblog02.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/alexblog/alexblog03.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">This is one of my favorites :-)</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/alexblog/alexblog04.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/alexblog/alexblog05.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/alexblog/alexblog06.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/alexblog/alexblog07.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/alexblog/alexblog08.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/alexblog/alexblog09.jpg" /><br /><br />PS if anyone needs a great hairstylist ask for Angelica at Alexander's Grand Salon in Anaheim Hills... she is ahhhhhh-mazing!<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-280845505782412497?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-29925481754812762042010-02-26T12:04:00.000-08:002010-02-26T12:19:32.912-08:00<div>Twitter and Facebook have been lit up with people saying they've gotten sick this past week and I actually remember thinking that I was so lucky I had a great immune system..... JYNX! My throat is on fire and while I was pouting on couch wishing for the homemade chicken soup fairy to come I rediscovered one of my old favorite music videos. </div><div><br /></div><div>I've seen this video a million times, but there's just something about it that still gets to me. The animation goes so perfectly with the feel of the song and it always changes my mood. </div><div><br /></div><object width="400" height="300"><param name="allowfullscreen" value="true"><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"><param name="movie" value="http://vimeo.com/moogaloop.swf?clip_id=6122753&amp;server=vimeo.com&amp;show_title=1&amp;show_byline=1&amp;show_portrait=0&amp;color=&amp;fullscreen=1"><embed src="http://vimeo.com/moogaloop.swf?clip_id=6122753&amp;server=vimeo.com&amp;show_title=1&amp;show_byline=1&amp;show_portrait=0&amp;color=&amp;fullscreen=1" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowfullscreen="true" allowscriptaccess="always" width="400" height="300"></embed></object><p><a href="http://vimeo.com/6122753">Radiohead - Pyramid Song</a> from <a href="http://vimeo.com/wesdorris">Wes Dorris</a> on <a href="http://vimeo.com/">Vimeo</a>.</p><p>Anyway, happy Friday to all you un-sickies out there! And for the sickies- drink your weight in green tea and watch a movie... that's my plan for the day :-)</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-2992548175481276204?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-57723480287205750782010-02-23T11:50:00.000-08:002010-02-24T20:47:17.329-08:00<div>Meet Ramon and Sheila... they are awesome. Seriously. They had me smiling throughout their whole engagement shoot. I don't really know why... I guess it's just because they make such a great couple. Ramon had Sheila laughing the whole time and I just loved how easy going they were with one another. I'm so so so excited for their July wedding. </div><div><br /></div><div>Here are a few of my favorites from the day. Be sure to leave me a comment and let me know which photos should make it onto my website... Thanks!!!</div><div><br /></div><div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/distor_blog/distor_blog01.jpg" /></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">I want this bike....</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/distor_blog/distor_blog02.jpg" /><br /><br /><div><div style="text-align: center;">And this bike... Maybe even more than the other one.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/distor_blog/distor_blog03.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/distor_blog/distor_blog04.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/distor_blog/distor_blog05.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">I tried my best to find some different places to shoot at the Orange Circle and thought this was a cool spot.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/distor_blog/distor_blog06.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">My super favorite! They look so content.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/distor_blog/distor_blog07.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/distor_blog/distor_blog08.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Ramon took Sheila by surprise for this one :-)</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/distor_blog/distor_blog09.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Hey babeh...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/distor_blog/distor_blog10.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/distor_blog/distor_blog11.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">I love smiling. It's my favorite.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/distor_blog/distor_blog12.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/distor_blog/distor_blog13.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Quick stop at the movie theater cuz they're big movie watchers. Ramon thought this would be a cool place to shoot... what an awesome idea, huh?</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/distor_blog/distor_blog14.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">I've also been on the lookout for cool light... you like it?</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/distor_blog/distor_blog15.jpg" /><br /><br /><div>Don't forget to check out the slideshow to see more photos!</div><div><br /></div><div><a href="http://www.amandapatricegalleries.com/darkroom/share/?n=Ramon_and_Sheila">http://www.amandapatricegalleries.com/darkroom/share/?n=Ramon_and_Sheila<br /></a><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-5772348028720575078?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-4617714960227444832010-02-22T17:06:00.000-08:002010-02-22T17:07:43.577-08:00<object width="400" height="225"><param name="allowfullscreen" value="true" /><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always" /><param name="movie" value="http://vimeo.com/moogaloop.swf?clip_id=9646707&amp;server=vimeo.com&amp;show_title=0&amp;show_byline=0&amp;show_portrait=0&amp;color=&amp;fullscreen=1" /><embed src="http://vimeo.com/moogaloop.swf?clip_id=9646707&amp;server=vimeo.com&amp;show_title=0&amp;show_byline=0&amp;show_portrait=0&amp;color=&amp;fullscreen=1" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowfullscreen="true" allowscriptaccess="always" width="400" height="225"></embed></object><p><a href="http://vimeo.com/9646707">Bride Week Episode #2</a> from <a href="http://vimeo.com/brideweek">Bride Week</a> on <a href="http://vimeo.com">Vimeo</a>.</p><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-461771496022744483?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-59688534032812299662010-02-21T23:47:00.000-08:002010-02-27T11:56:23.139-08:00<div>Yay! Roman is finally here! I've been looking forward to this shoot ever since Kirstie and Nick hired me to do their maternity shoot in December (<a href="http://alynnphotography.blogspot.com/2009/12/waiting-for-roman-orange-county.html">click here to check it out</a>). </div><div><br /></div><div>They have an awesome home and I really could have shot there all day... but Roman wouldn't have it :-) He really put me to work, but it all worked out in the end. Be sure to watch the slideshow at the end of the post... there you'll find the cutest little grumpy face you've ever seen and Daddy's "I told you he was gonna pee on our bed" expression.</div><div><br /></div><div>Let me know which photos you think should make it onto my website. Thanks!! </div><div><br /></div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/romanblog/romanblog01.jpg" /><br /><br /><div><div style="text-align: center;">I love the colors they chose for Roman's room...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/romanblog/romanblog02.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Baby cowlicks rule.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/romanblog/romanblog03.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/romanblog/romanblog04.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Poor baby... I accidentally bumped the bed while he was sleeping and he totally peed... my bad.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/romanblog/romanblog05.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/romanblog/romanblog06.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/romanblog/romanblog07.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">He was only happy to be swaddled from here on out... </div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/romanblog/romanblog08.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Roman and The Dude (yup the dog's official name is The Dude!)</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/romanblog/romanblog09.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/romanblog/romanblog10.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Awesome chair + awesome wall.... </div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/romanblog/romanblog11.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/romanblog/romanblog12.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/romanblog/romanblog13.jpg" /><br /><div><br /></div><div>here's the slideshow: </div><div><a href="http://www.amandapatricegalleries.com/darkroom/share/?n=Roman_Nicholas">http://www.amandapatricegalleries.com/darkroom/share/?n=Roman_Nicholas</a></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-5968853403281229966?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-54502554275263908192010-01-25T21:43:00.000-08:002010-01-25T22:01:43.644-08:00<div>Finally! And already?! This maternity shoot is a mix of time based amazement.... </div><div>1) because I've been looking forward to this shoot for a while now, and </div><div>2) because I can't believe Oswald is almost done brewing. </div><div><br /></div><div>Christina, as you'll soon see, is one gorgeous mom-to-be. When you first see her you really don't notice that big ol' belly of hers, she carries it so well. So when the customers from her store (The Hope Chest... you know.. awesome kids boutique in Old Orange) asked her when her photographer was going to do her maternity photos we decided we'd better squeeze it in before we had a newborn appointment on our hands. And <i>squeeze</i> it in we did... after school, before the light was gone, in the middle of that crazy-awful weather we just had. It was a test of space and creative juice, but I'm really happy with the way it turned out. </div><div><br /></div><div>Let me know which ones you want to see on my site! Thanks!</div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">This first one is one of my all time favorites! I love all the love.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kendlerbellyblog/kendlerbelly01.jpg" /><br /><br /><div><div style="text-align: center;">That's gonna be one well loved baby...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kendlerbellyblog/kendlerbelly02.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">If I could have just a fraction of this hotness when I'm pregnant I'll be happy...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kendlerbellyblog/kendlerbelly03.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kendlerbellyblog/kendlerbelly04.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kendlerbellyblog/kendlerbelly05.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Then it was time to work <i>with</i> the rain.... Christina wanted something fun and colorful.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kendlerbellyblog/kendlerbelly06.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kendlerbellyblog/kendlerbelly07.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">I can't believe her favorite not-preggo coat still fits... </div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kendlerbellyblog/kendlerbelly08.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kendlerbellyblog/kendlerbelly09.jpg" /><br /><br /><br /><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-5450255427526390819?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-18622803193301615992010-01-20T09:35:00.000-08:002010-01-20T10:10:13.174-08:00<div>You know you watched America's Funniest Home videos. I did. And I loved it.... Bob Saget's awful jokes not so much, but the videos. Anyway, my favorite home videos almost always involved kids... they can make me laugh like nobody's business. So here's to kids being funny. My camera got to see some pretty hilarious things in '09... and I hope some of these photos brighten up your day :-)</div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Let's start out with some unwanted hugs... always funny.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/blooperblog/blooper1.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/blooperblog/blooper12.jpg" /><br /><br /><div><div style="text-align: center;">I love Logan's expression... he's not into it.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/blooperblog/blooper10.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Oh, Troy... sagging your pants is soooooo 2009.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/blooperblog/blooper3.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Nose picking is funny. Period.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/blooperblog/blooper4.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/blooperblog/blooper5.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">I like Reese's enthusiasm in the next one... and how each nostril gets hit.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/blooperblog/blooper6.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">This is one of my all time favorites...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/blooperblog/blooper7.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Mommy kisses.... ewwwwwwwww!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/blooperblog/blooper8.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">And lastly, an all-out breakdown. Jazelle needed a diva nap after this one.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/blooperblog/blooper9.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div>Happy Wednesday!</div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-1862280319330161599?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-47320758658267346492010-01-11T08:00:00.000-08:002010-01-11T08:26:50.235-08:00<div>What better way to start off the new year than with a newborn session? Little Alexis was not only sweet and adorable, but a great little model too... especially after we discovered that she WAY prefers to sleep on her left side. (Oh! And did I mention she had the most perfect auburn hair without having to pay for it? Lucky).</div><div><br /></div><div>Here are a few of my favorites from the day... be sure to leave a comment and let me know which ones you think should be on my website. </div><div><br /></div><div>Happy Monday!!</div><div><br /></div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/parryblog/parryblog01.jpg" /><br /><br /><div><div style="text-align: center;">Little Alexis loved her big bro, Ruben. Even sleeping on her right side, she was content to have him pat her back.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/parryblog/parryblog02.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Either she likes me or she's gassy..... I think she likes me :-)</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/parryblog/parryblog03.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/parryblog/parryblog04.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">This blanket is the best! I love the color and pattern. It goes with her red bedroom set... cute!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/parryblog/parryblog05.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/parryblog/parryblog06.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/parryblog/parryblog08.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">BTW Alexis is the only baby that hasn't taken advantage of the fact that she's diaperless... if you know what I mean. Yay!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/parryblog/parryblog09.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/parryblog/parryblog10.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/parryblog/parryblog07.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/parryblog/parryblog11.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/parryblog/parryblog12.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/parryblog/parryblog13.jpg" /><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-4732075865826734649?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-50270035253115497272010-01-07T09:46:00.001-08:002010-01-07T09:53:33.625-08:00<div>Just thought I'd share some of my photos from my recent camping trip to Joshua Tree over New Years weekend. It was ridiculously cold, but ridiculously beautiful and I couldn't get over how amazingly blue the sky was. Happy New Year!</div><div><br /></div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/joshuatreeblog/joshuatree01.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/joshuatreeblog/joshuatree02.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/joshuatreeblog/joshuatree03.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/joshuatreeblog/joshuatree04.jpg" /><br /><br /><div><div style="text-align: center;">I didn't bring my tripod so I had to go for silhouette photos at sunset... I loved all the lines and colors... </div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/joshuatreeblog/joshuatree05.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/joshuatreeblog/joshuatree06.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/joshuatreeblog/joshuatree07.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/joshuatreeblog/joshuatree08.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Climbing these rocks was SO FUN!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/joshuatreeblog/joshuatree09.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/joshuatreeblog/joshuatree10.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/joshuatreeblog/joshuatree11.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/joshuatreeblog/joshuatree12.jpg" /><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-5027003525311549727?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-6518297852040782032010-01-04T10:47:00.000-08:002010-01-04T11:12:47.581-08:00<div>I love me some gifted portrait sessions. This part of the Benzie family is from Colorado and got family portraits as a Christmas gift from their parents... best idea ever. Just sayin.' </div><div><br /></div><div>Anyway, who we have here is Mom &amp; Dad (Chris and Tracy), and twins, Adeline and Abigail. We chatted about Colorado and camping, I sneezed toys off my head in hopes of getting smiles, and I think we all had a pretty fun time (even if Addy and Abby were a bit tough to get smiles out of). Here are a few of my favorites from the day, let me know which photos are your favorites for my website:</div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Started off with some morning backlight, pretty much my favorite.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/benziechrisblog/benziechris01.jpg" /><br /><br /><div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/benziechrisblog/benziechris02.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/benziechrisblog/benziechris03.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Doesn't she look like a porcelain doll? So beautiful.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/benziechrisblog/benziechris04.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Haha, they're all laughing at me being a dork.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/benziechrisblog/benziechris05.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/benziechrisblog/benziechris06.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/benziechrisblog/benziechris07.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Their outfits were perfect! I love color and pattern in photos.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/benziechrisblog/benziechris08.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Addy and Abby have such different personalities... it was so fun to see.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/benziechrisblog/benziechris09.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/benziechrisblog/benziechris10.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/benziechrisblog/benziechris11.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/benziechrisblog/benziechris12.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">My favorite of the day because it makes me smile every time I look at it:</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/benziechrisblog/benziechris13.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div>Margaret,</div><div>Thanks again for hiring me for your family's photos! You have a great family, you're a lucky lady. </div><div><br /></div><div>Chris and Tracy,</div><div>Thanks to you too! I had a great time photographing you and your girls. Have a good drive home.</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-651829785204078203?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-29999608495618002242010-01-02T20:55:00.000-08:002010-01-02T21:38:30.919-08:00<div>Ok... it's January 2010. But I'm just blogging Christmas... I'm just a bit behind, huh? I couldn't skip this post, though.</div><div><br /></div><div>As some of you know I've been taking care of the same nutty group of kids for almost 6 years now. I'm not a nanny... or a babysitter... I don't really know what my official title would be, but I run a teeny daycare at an office. The parents bring their kids to work after school and I make sure they're fed, watered, and happy (not always an easy task, but it's a pretty awesome gig). Along with their parents and my best friend, Sarah, who also takes care of the munchkins, we've made quite the little family and I love those kids to pieces. It's been so amazing to see them grow from babies to kids that are already way cooler than me. </div><div><br /></div><div>Anyway, every Christmas we get a tree, decorate everything, eat lots of sugar, and have a 'pajama party' to exchange gifts. This year the kids are finally all old enough to play amongst themselves so I could nab a few photos here and there.... here are some of my favorites:</div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Awe, aren't they cute?! </div><div style="text-align: center;">Top row: Natalie (a part time guest), Parker (my oldest), Wyatt, Seth</div><div style="text-align: center;">Bottom row: Hunter (my goofball), Andie, Zane, and Hayden (party crasher lol).</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/qtmholidayblog/qtmholiday1.jpg" /><br /><br /><div><div style="text-align: center;">Whoohoo! Party!</div><div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/qtmholidayblog/qtmholiday2.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Seth is all equipped to fight crime... apparently Zane and Hunter were bad guys... but then they made up :-)</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/qtmholidayblog/qtmholiday3.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Zane's bed-head is out of control... just a little. Oh, and that other little guy is my nephew Zack. He loves coming to 'work to play with the motorcycle kids.'</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/qtmholidayblog/qtmholiday4.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Seth was being sooooo careful with his fancy 'cup.'</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/qtmholidayblog/qtmholiday5.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">And... my favorite! Some details:</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/qtmholidayblog/qtmholiday6.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Sugar anyone?</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/qtmholidayblog/qtmholiday7.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Well that's all for now! Keep your eye out for my New Years post coming soon.</div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-2999960849561800224?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-41635534125409277932009-12-21T23:59:00.000-08:002010-01-02T23:36:49.709-08:00<div>Merry Christmas everyone!!!</div><div><br /></div><div>My nephew woke up at the crack of dawn and tore through his Santa gifts, I ate too much french toast, exchanged gifts with my hubby, and have found myself with a few minutes of calm before it's time to pack up and head out to my family's house in Palm Springs. So, with A Christmas Story on the tube, I thought I'd blog the Christmasy wedding I shot last weekend in San Diego. </div><div><br /></div><div>Andy and Kymm's wedding was actually a re-wedding. They've been married for 25 years and decided to celebrate by renewing their vows... and this time around their adorable son, Landen got to play a big part and get married with them. It was a day full of tears, smiles, and hugs... and I was honored to be a part of it.</div><div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/salmonsenblog/salmonsen-01.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/salmonsenblog/salmonsen-02.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/salmonsenblog/salmonsen-03.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Their home is so gorgeous...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/salmonsenblog/salmonsen-04.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">May I just say, Landen is one of the most beautiful kids I have ever seen... and he's so funny. He made me laugh all day long.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/salmonsenblog/salmonsen-05.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Couldn't resist their golden retriever... </div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/salmonsenblog/salmonsen-06.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">The Immaculata is stunning! And so is Kymm...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/salmonsenblog/salmonsen-07.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/salmonsenblog/salmonsen-08.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/salmonsenblog/salmonsen-09.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Landen took his job very seriously.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/salmonsenblog/salmonsen-10.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/salmonsenblog/salmonsen-11.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/salmonsenblog/salmonsen-12.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/salmonsenblog/salmonsen-13.jpg" /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;">I loved their colors... the antique gold is my new favorite color.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/salmonsenblog/salmonsen-15.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/salmonsenblog/salmonsen-16.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Just look at this beautiful room... don't you just want to curl up by the fire?</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/salmonsenblog/salmonsen-17.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">The flowers were gorgeous... I was in love with the beaded details.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/salmonsenblog/salmonsen-18.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/salmonsenblog/salmonsen-19.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Details!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/salmonsenblog/salmonsen-20.jpg" /><br /><br /></div>And, last but not least, their slideshow: <a href="http://www.amandapatricegalleries.com/darkroom/share/?n=Salmonsen#salslide032jpg">http://www.amandapatricegalleries.com/darkroom/share/?n=Salmonsen#salslide032jpg</a><div><br /></div><div>Their amazing vendors:</div><div>Flowers: Karen &amp; Aileen Tran www.karentran.com</div><div>Hors d'oeuvres: www.authenicflavors.com</div><div>Tuxedos: www.gentlemenstuxclub.com</div><div>Wedding coordinating: Susanne of Crown Weddings www.crownweddings.com</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>-</div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-4163553412540927793?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-71635812447659560762009-12-21T18:21:00.000-08:002009-12-21T18:46:30.487-08:00<div>There are so many reasons why this wedding was amazing... for one I love shooting with Stephanie of <a href="http://stephanieannphotography.com">Stephanie Ann Photography</a> (thanks for having me along!). Second, everything was absolutely gorgeous (seriously, from the bride + groom to the location to the details). Third... everyone was so fun and sweet and in love with each other (sentimental tears and laughter everywhere). Here are some of my favorites of the day... brace yourself, there are a lot :-)</div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Meghan was stunning! And the bridesmaids were SO fun...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/meganblog/megan01.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/meganblog/megan02.jpg" /><br /><br /><div><div style="text-align: center;">The guys never know how to do this...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/meganblog/megan03.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/meganblog/megan04.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div>Super, ridiculously awesome hotel in Long Beach called <a href="http://www.hotelmayalongbeach.com">The Hotel Maya</a> (and it was a good thing their lobby was amazing because the rain just wouldn't stop!)<br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/meganblog/megan05.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/meganblog/megan06.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">I couldn't resist these colors behind her... they pick up the color in her eyes so well...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/meganblog/megan07.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/meganblog/megan08.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Whoa!<img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/meganblog/megan09.jpg" /></div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/meganblog/megan10.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/meganblog/megan11.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/meganblog/megan12.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">This sofa in the bridal room at the <a href="http://www.ebellclub.com/">Ebell Club in Long Beach</a> was pretty much the best ever... too bad it didn't fit in my purse.... just kidding. Kinda. </div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/meganblog/megan13.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">I luuuuuuuuuv the first time a groom sees his bride! Look at his smile!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/meganblog/megan14.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">The officiant was pretty funny :-)</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/meganblog/megan15.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/meganblog/megan16.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/meganblog/megan17.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/meganblog/megan18.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">I love smiling, it's my favorite (yup, been watching Elf this holiday season...)</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/meganblog/megan19.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">The toasts given at this wedding were amazing.... they were funny, heartfelt, and so genuine. </div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/meganblog/megan20.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/meganblog/megan21.jpg" /><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-7163581244765956076?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-20172982313743139612009-12-14T22:11:00.001-08:002009-12-14T22:36:15.471-08:00I have to say that I have been impatiently awaiting this photo shoot for a loooooong time. Seriously it seemed to take forever to get here.... and, if I'm being totally honest, I am NOT a super patient person when I get excited about something. <div><br /></div><div>Kirstie contacted me a couple months ago and said she was looking for maternity photos... whoohoo! I love meeting first time parents. Their excitement and energy is so amazing to see and so fun to photograph. But then Kirstie really got me going when she said she wanted something a bit different (no hearts on the belly for her!)... she wanted something colorful and filled with texture and architecture... right up my alley!</div><div><br /></div><div>So here you go... I had just as much fun (if not more) as I thought I would. Kirstie and Nick are an absolutely amazing couple and I can't wait to see them as Mommy and Daddy when little Roman is born in February (keep your eye out for his newborn photos!). </div><div><br /></div><div>Happy Monday!</div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/grilliblog/grilli01.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/grilliblog/grilli02.jpg" /><br /><br /><div><div style="text-align: center;">One of my favorites... testing out a new black and white conversion... you like?</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/grilliblog/grilli03.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">One of my favorite walls...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/grilliblog/grilli04.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Josh's favorite:</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/grilliblog/grilli05.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/grilliblog/grilli06.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/grilliblog/grilli07.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">My favorite of the day:</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/grilliblog/grilli08.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/grilliblog/grilli09.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/grilliblog/grilli10.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">BTW, did I mention the Kirstie is probably the cutest/coolest/nicest mom-to-be? Ever?</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/grilliblog/grilli11.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Thanks for being my human light stand, Josh!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/grilliblog/grilli12.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/grilliblog/grilli13.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/grilliblog/grilli14.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/grilliblog/grilli15.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/grilliblog/grilli16.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-2017298231374313961?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-70623890065116325602009-12-05T15:30:00.000-08:002009-12-06T09:31:14.601-08:00<div>Not long after they got together Tim and Kristin's friends started betting on when they'd get married... it was just so obvious that they were great for each other. Well, no one had to wait very long and they were married the day after Thanksgiving at the beautiful Pomona Sheraton. Kristin was stunning, Tim was all smiles, and everyone really seemed to have a great time (and I even got teary eyed when they said their vows). </div><div><br /></div><div>Here are some of my favorites from the day... oh, and be sure to click on the slideshow link at the bottom of this post if you want to see more photos. Enjoy!</div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Red shoes! Love....</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jaskowedblog/jaskoblog01.jpg" /><br /><br /><div><div style="text-align: center;">Kristin's dress was one of the most gorgeous I've seen yet... the detail on the bottom was beautiful.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jaskowedblog/jaskoblog02.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jaskowedblog/jaskoblog03.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Tim and Kristin decided to see each other before the ceremony (more time for photos and hugs+kisses). Here is Kristin sneaking up behind Tim.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jaskowedblog/jaskoblog04.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">His expression is priceless!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jaskowedblog/jaskoblog05.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jaskowedblog/jaskoblog06.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jaskowedblog/jaskoblog07.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jaskowedblog/jaskoblog08.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jaskowedblog/jaskoblog09.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jaskowedblog/jaskoblog10.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Some of my favorites of the day... this light was perrrrrrfect.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jaskowedblog/jaskoblog11.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jaskowedblog/jaskoblog12.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jaskowedblog/jaskoblog13.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Random, but fun... </div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jaskowedblog/jaskoblog14.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Tim put all these lights up himself... it really made the ceremony sooooo beautiful.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jaskowedblog/jaskoblog15.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jaskowedblog/jaskoblog16.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jaskowedblog/jaskoblog17.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jaskowedblog/jaskoblog18.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Another favorite:</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jaskowedblog/jaskoblog19.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">And last, but not least, the details!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jaskowedblog/jaskoblog20.jpg" /><br /></div><div>Here's the slideshow! </div><div><a href="http://www.amandapatricegalleries.com/darkroom/share/?n=Jasko#show02jpg">http://www.amandapatricegalleries.com/darkroom/share/?n=Jasko#show02jpg</a></div><div><br /></div><div>Ceremony / reception location: <a href="http://www.starwoodhotels.com/sheraton/search/hotel_detail.html?propertyID=662">Pomona Sheraton </a></div><div>Hair: Eric from <a href="http://www.timothymartinsalon.com/">Timothy Martin Salon in Whittier</a></div><div>Flowers: <a href="http://www.chinohillsfloralcompany.com/">Chino Hills Floral Company</a></div><div>Cupcakes: Auntie Em's </div><div>DJ: Fabien with <a href="http://beverlyhillsdj.com/">Beverly Hills DJ Company</a> (kept the party going all night!)</div><div><br /></div><div>And a special thanks to Rafael of <a href="http://www.raphotographer.com">RA Photographer</a> for assisting me with the wedding... you're awesome!</div><div><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-7062389006511632560?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-47096141981210664302009-12-01T08:56:00.000-08:002009-12-01T09:32:21.067-08:00<div>Don't even know where to start with these two... they are completely amazing. They are so full of excitement... for each other, for their wedding day, even for photos. We had just met that day, but I really feel like we've already become friends and seriously CANNOT WAIT for their March wedding... it's going to be so fun!<br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">I'll start off with my favorite of the day. I love the way their eyes are smiling.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kakishblog/kakish06.jpg" /><br /><br /><div><div style="text-align: center;">I LOVE this spot in Laguna... super cool, huh?</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kakishblog/kakish01.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Dimples!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kakishblog/kakish02.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kakishblog/kakish03.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">This light was aaaaamazing.</div><div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kakishblog/kakish05.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">There are so many great spots in Laguna...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kakishblog/kakish07.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kakishblog/kakish08.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kakishblog/kakish09.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kakishblog/kakish10.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Another favorite of the day. I caught them being so sweet when they thought I wasn't shooting :-)</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kakishblog/kakish11.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kakishblog/kakish13.jpg" /><br /><br /><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-4709614198121066430?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-49515038927905427222009-11-22T20:46:00.000-08:002009-11-22T21:10:30.370-08:00<div>I found myself shooting back at the Orange Circle again today... but in a spot I'd never shot at before: the train tracks. It seems like a crime that I've never been over there with my camera... its SO cool! It was my client's idea... she's a genius :-)</div><div><br /></div><div>Anna and Ruby make such a great team. I love the looks they give each other and their hugs are epic (see one of the photos below, you'll see what I mean). They really seemed to have fun playing on the tracks and seriously laughed more than I had all day (to be fair, I cleaned my house all day. No laughing matter...). Anyway, I absolutely love these two cuz, well... they rule!</div><div><br /></div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/calvertblog/calvert01.jpg" /><br /><br /><div><div style="text-align: center;">I've been loving direct sun and shadows lately.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/calvertblog/calvert02.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/calvertblog/calvert03.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Oh, didn't you know? Ruby is part gazelle :-)</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/calvertblog/calvert04.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/calvertblog/calvert05.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Here's that hug I was talking about.... aaaaawwwwwe.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/calvertblog/calvert06.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/calvertblog/calvert07.jpg" /><br /><br /><div><div style="text-align: center;">Super favorite of the day!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/calvertblog/calvert08.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">2nd favorite... I love my new flash techniques :-)</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/calvertblog/calvert09.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/calvertblog/calvert10.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/calvertblog/calvert11.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">So much personality!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/calvertblog/calvert12.jpg" /><br /></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-4951503892790542722?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-12458862130504600022009-11-21T19:46:00.000-08:002009-11-21T20:00:00.118-08:00<div>Ay caramba, sometimes my job is tough. But, sometimes it's not only easy, but ridiculously fun. Here's a prime example:</div><div><br /></div><div>Last Friday I had the pleasure of teaming up with little Gavin again (you may remember him from <a href="http://alynnphotography.blogspot.com/2009/08/hope-chest-downtown-orange.html">The Hope Chest photo shoot</a>) for some more photos in Old Towne. He made me laugh throughout the whole shoot and surprised me when he turned into a bundle full of smiling energy from the shy, tired little guy I saw when we first met up. His mom and dad were pretty amazing, too and I really can't wait to meet the family's new edition next year.... newborn photos, Erica??? :-)</div><div><br /></div><div>Here are a few of my favorites from the day:</div><div><br /></div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/benzieblog/benzie01.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/benzieblog/benzie02.jpg" /><br /><br /><div><div style="text-align: center;">I love me some group hugs...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/benzieblog/benzie03.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/benzieblog/benzie04.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Haha, this one makes me smile... check out that death grip Gavin has on his mom's neck... and yet she smiles beautifully :-)</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/benzieblog/benzie05.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/benzieblog/benzie06.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/benzieblog/benzie07.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/benzieblog/benzie08.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/benzieblog/benzie09.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/benzieblog/benzie10.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">So serious...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/benzieblog/benzie11.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/benzieblog/benzie12.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/benzieblog/benzie13.jpg" /><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-1245886213050460002?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-77772489786980862582009-11-18T17:18:00.000-08:002009-11-18T17:19:10.013-08:00Last weekend I had the honor of assisting <a href="http://www.katenoelle.com/">Kate Noelle</a> with one of the most beautiful weddings I've seen so far... and not only because the bride and groom were ridiculously good-looking and all the details were great, but because everywhere I looked there was a ton of smiles and happy tears. Laurie and Lance were so incredibly happy and excited to be married I couldn't help but grin myself. Here are some of my favorites from the day... photos were a big priority for them so they allotted LOTS of time for them. Hence a bunch of favorites :-)<br /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/laurieblog/laurie01.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/laurieblog/laurie02.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/laurieblog/laurie03.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/laurieblog/laurie04.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/laurieblog/laurie05.jpg" /><br /><br /><div style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">We did the portraits at the most beautiful estate in Rancho Santa Fe... I really could've spent the whole day shooting there.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/laurieblog/laurie06.jpg" /><br /><br /><br /><div style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">In order to get as many photos as possible (and so they could have a more private first look) they decided to see each other before the ceremony. I LOVE when couples decide to do this... it's such an amazing moment.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/laurieblog/laurie07.jpg" /><br /><br /><br /><div style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">They couldn't keep their hands off each other...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/laurieblog/laurie08.jpg" /><br /><br /><br /><div style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">They also couldn't stop complimenting each other about how amazing they looked.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/laurieblog/laurie09.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/laurieblog/laurie10.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/laurieblog/laurie11.jpg" /><br /><br /><br /><div style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">One of my favorites of the day...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/laurieblog/laurie12.jpg" /><br /><br /><br /><div style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">The lovely ladies...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/laurieblog/laurie13.jpg" /><br /><br /><br /><div style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">Right after we shot this pic Lance spontaneously yelled across the yard, "I love Laurie!!!"</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/laurieblog/laurie14.jpg" /><br /><br /><br /><div style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">Super, ridiculously adorable flower girls.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/laurieblog/laurie15.jpg" /><br /><br /><br /><div style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">These cool guys are the best of friends. They even have a complicated secret handshake.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/laurieblog/laurie16.jpg" /><br /><br /><br /><div style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">The ceremony was full of sentimental stories, a photo slideshow, laughter, and sweet glances back and forth.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/laurieblog/laurie17.jpg" /><br /><br /><br /><div style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">You may kiss the bride...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/laurieblog/laurie18.jpg" /><br /><br /><br /><div style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">And lastly, here are the beautiful details....</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/laurieblog/laurie19.jpg" /><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-7777248978698086258?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-43508222044894131172009-11-17T15:02:00.000-08:002009-11-17T15:21:05.751-08:00<div>Only about a half hour after meeting this family I felt completely comfortable and happy to be around them. They all have a calm, happy way about them.... which is something amazing considering our photo shoot involved 3 locations and 3 outfit changes. Tara, the little girl, made my heart smile when I heard her yell from upstairs where she was undergoing a costume change, "Miss Amanda... I miss you! Miss Amanda... I love you!" Ahhhh, so sweet! Then little Ryan practically made my heart melt when he wouldn't stop saying my name... I really could've hung out with them all day. </div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Here's one of my favorites from the day:</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/rimblog/rim01.jpg" /><br /><br /><div><div style="text-align: center;">I love sliding glass doors... they make anywhere a beautiful place to shoot because of all that light they let in... these photos were taken on the kitchen floor. LOL</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/rimblog/rim02.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/rimblog/rim03.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">A bit more formal...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/rimblog/rim04.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/rimblog/rim05.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/rimblog/rim06.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Another favorite from the day... you should've heard me here. I had to sing the Cookie Monster song to get Ryan to stay there and let Tara hug him for so long. Haha.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/rimblog/rim07.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">How cool is this wall?! I want one in my backyard... if only I had a back yard *sigh*</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/rimblog/rim08.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Laughter makes the best photo... in my opinion.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/rimblog/rim09.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Madly in love with the color here! Laura, you did such a great job choosing the outfits!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/rimblog/rim10.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">One of my favorite things about doing on-location photography is shooting somewhere that means something to my clients. In this case it was Pinkberry... it's one of their favorite places to go as a family.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/rimblog/rim11.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">A very serious 'cheers' from Ryan...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/rimblog/rim12.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Another amazing wall that I wish I had...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/rimblog/rim13.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-4350822204489413117?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-57264710942313059762009-11-16T11:11:00.000-08:002009-11-16T11:24:51.974-08:00<div>When Heather called me a few months ago and asked if I could shoot her family's portraits at the Irvine Spectrum I was so excited. What a cool place to shoot, huh? She and her husband's first date was there (a blind date!) and she though it would be a great, sentimental place to shoot. We started at PF Changs and made our way around the Spectrum (trying our best to dodge security, haha). There were so many great textures and lights to work with... here are some of my favorites from the shoot:</div><div><br /></div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/tollerblog/toller02.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/tollerblog/toller08.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/tollerblog/toller20.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/tollerblog/toller24.jpg" /><br /><br /><div><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">My favorite of the day... group hug!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/tollerblog/toller33.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Coolest wall ever!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/tollerblog/blog.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">And lastly, some fun with light :-)</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/tollerblog/blog2.jpg" /><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-5726471094231305976?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-1029166644731418502009-11-14T20:14:00.000-08:002009-11-15T18:38:49.971-08:00<div>Hello! Here's a quick look at my shoot for <a href="http://amerikidz.com/">Amerikidz Magazine</a> last week. Sebastian is one awesome kid... he's cool, and sweet, and a natural in front of the camera (especially when his mom and grandma are standing behind me busting out dance moves). </div><div><br /></div><div>Keep an eye out for the magazine at Babies 'r' us and in your mailbox... it should be out in a couple weeks :-)</div><div><br /></div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/amerikidzblog/Amerikidz-003.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/amerikidzblog/Amerikidz-008.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/amerikidzblog/Amerikidz-021.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/amerikidzblog/Amerikidz-027.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/amerikidzblog/Amerikidz-037.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/amerikidzblog/Amerikidz-050.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/amerikidzblog/Amerikidz-059.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/amerikidzblog/Amerikidz-105.jpg" /><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-102916664473141850?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-73762738799097165022009-11-10T09:39:00.000-08:002009-11-10T09:47:00.302-08:00<div>Hello, and welcome to round 2 of the Wagner family holiday portraits! This time Papa, G-ma, and Aunt Angie joined the fun and met us down at Irvine Park to take advantage of the beautiful fall colors. We all had lots of fun, and it was so cool to see how the kids light up around their Grandparents and Auntie. </div><div><br /></div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/wagner2blog/wag2-01.jpg" /><br /><br /><div><div style="text-align: center;">I LOVE the colors everywhere!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/wagner2blog/wag2-02.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Logan's mid-morning snack... mmmm, full of fiber. Haha.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/wagner2blog/wag2-03.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Even in black and white they have awesome eyes...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/wagner2blog/wag2-04.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/wagner2blog/wag2-05.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Teamwork!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/wagner2blog/wag2-06.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/wagner2blog/wag2-07.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/wagner2blog/wag2-08.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/wagner2blog/wag2-09.jpg" /><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-7376273879909716502?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-19581305778137466622009-11-08T22:00:00.000-08:002009-11-08T22:15:40.704-08:00<div>I can't even tell you what an honor it was to photograph this awesome family! Not only because they are good friends of mine, but because Stephanie is quite an amazing photographer and I was so excited that she trusted me with her family's portraits. Once my butterflies were under control, the whole shoot was so fun... even though the girls weren't all that into being my models for the day- I think they prefer Mommy behind the camera :-) </div><div><br /></div><div>Stephanie, thanks again for letting me be your photographer. I absolutely LOVE you guys, and honestly don't know where I'd be without you as my mentor, friend, and occasional meal maker. You're awesome!</div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Ok, this is one good lookin' family:</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/trachyblog/trachy01.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/trachyblog/trachy02.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/trachyblog/trachy03.jpg" /><br /><br /><div><div style="text-align: center;">Heart melting.... they are such cool, cute kids.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/trachyblog/trachy04.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">LOVE the outfits Steph!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/trachyblog/trachy05.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Mia, on the other hand... not so crazy about the vest. Haha.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/trachyblog/trachy06.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Miss Reese - pensive and calm one minute... ball of energy the next.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/trachyblog/trachy07.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/trachyblog/trachy08.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/trachyblog/trachy09.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/trachyblog/trachy10.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Mia's expressions are priceless!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/trachyblog/trachy11.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">And lastly, the candy reward!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/trachyblog/trachy12.jpg" /><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-1958130577813746662?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-86450765163599239662009-11-02T20:35:00.000-08:002009-11-03T11:14:11.808-08:00<div>Get ready for one of my favorite families! I've known them forever and you may recognize some of them from my photos of The Hope Chest - Christina is one of the owners of the store and her beautiful kids modeled the clothes for a photo shoot once. They've always been very loyal clients and I truly appreciate all their support throughout the years... they're the best!</div><div><br /></div><div>Here is a small sample of their holiday photo shoot at the Orange Circle... hope you like 'em!</div><div><br /></div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kendlerblog/kendler01.jpg" /><br /><br /><div><div style="text-align: center;">Aw, group hug!!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kendlerblog/kendler02.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Yes, that's a baby bump! Next year's family photos are going to be CRAZY with 4 kids.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kendlerblog/kendler03.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kendlerblog/kendler04.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Rylee is sooooo beautiful.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kendlerblog/kendler05.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">I love the way Luka says his own name: 'Woota.' It's so cute!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kendlerblog/kendler06.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Big brother Ethan being handsome as always.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kendlerblog/kendler07.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Colleen and Christina, owners of the Hope Chest... trying not to make the photo look like it's for their engagement. haha.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/kendlerblog/kendler08.jpg" /><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-8645076516359923966?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-34988756323823853472009-10-31T22:09:00.000-07:002009-10-31T23:41:28.836-07:00<div>So I'm sitting here cold, and hot, and cold, and hot... with a fever on Halloween. LAME! My dearest TV is boring me, my medicine is taking forever to kick in, my husband is out of town for business, and I needed something to distract me from my misery. Bring on my latest project! My husband may tsk-tsk me for 'working' when I'm sick, but honestly this shoot made me so happy that it doesn't feel like work at all. </div><div><br /></div><div>Flashback to last week... I had the opportunity to go to my first big<a href="http://www.thelyonshop.com/"> workshop with Amelia and Justin Lyon</a>. I have followed their work for some time now, and have always had huge respect for their photography skill, creativeness, and business sense. I don't want to steal their style, but I believe that if you learn from the best, you will go places. And I want to go places! I learned an incredible amount, and I'm still trying to process all the great info they shared, but my first order of business was to master off camera flash. So here is my first attempt at using flash. I'd love to hear what you think... leave a comment if you want to share your thoughts.</div><div><br /></div><div>PS: Lindsay, thanks so much for being so hot and being my model. Sorry I got sick and ruined out co-Halloween costume for the party tonight :-( </div><div><br /></div><div>And Tyson, thank you for driving all the way down from Long Beach.... on a Friday night to pose for me... even though we didn't really even know each other. You're awesome!</div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Ok, ok this first one is natural light, but it's not somewhere I would've chosen to shoot a couple weeks ago because of the harsh light... cool shadow, huh?</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/lightblog/lightblog01.jpg" /><br /><br /><div><div style="text-align: center;">That's right, Lindsay is going for a bit of liquid courage here... she and Tyson barely know each other, but here I am asking them to look like a couple. Thanks guys!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/lightblog/lightblog02.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">A little Wes Anderson inspired... just watched The Darjeeling Limited the other night.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/lightblog/lightblog03.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Awe, she's so pretty... my bestie, Sarah did her make-up...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/lightblog/lightblog04.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Ok, here's the flash... a bit harsh, but fun... right?</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/lightblog/lightblog05.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Do you like the left photo or the right? With a flash by their feet or not?</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/lightblog/lightblog06.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">One of my favorites!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/lightblog/lightblog07.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/lightblog/lightblog08.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/lightblog/lightblog09.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Another favorite...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/lightblog/lightblog10.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Nice bangs, Tyson :-)</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/lightblog/lightblog11.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Damn, Lindsay...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/lightblog/lightblog12.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/lightblog/lightblog13.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/lightblog/lightblog14.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-3498875632382385347?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-64761184251268533002009-10-25T18:58:00.000-07:002009-10-25T21:00:50.403-07:00<div>Every time I see this family my heart gets happy. I first met them last year when I took Rachelle's <a href="http://alynnphotography.blogspot.com/2009/02/rachelles-baby-bump.html">maternity portraits</a>, and then again when <a href="http://alynnphotography.blogspot.com/2009/07/jazelle-2-weeks-old.html">Jazelle was born</a> 3 months ago. Rachelle and Karl have nothing but love for their little girl, each other... and pictures. Lucky for me, I'm their photographer and I get to see them every 3 months till Jazzy is one. :-) </div><div><br /></div><div>Can't wait for December when Jazzy turns 6 months old and makes both my heart and my camera happy again. Until then here's some adorableness from her 3 month shoot:</div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Rachelle's cousins had little ladies right around the time she did, so they got them all together for a quick photo. They are all soooooo gorgeous, huh?</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/touzard3blog/touzard301.jpg" /><br /><br /><div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/touzard3blog/touzard302.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/touzard3blog/touzard303.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/touzard3blog/touzard304.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">I swear she could've stayed right here all night long... she was so content.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/touzard3blog/touzard305.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Can you believe this is their front yard? Beautiful home...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/touzard3blog/touzard306.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Jazelle's Auntie was over for a visit.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/touzard3blog/touzard307.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">As long as there's no slobber involved she just loves her little niece. LOL.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/touzard3blog/touzard308.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/touzard3blog/touzard309.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">One of my favorites from the day:</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/touzard3blog/touzard310.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">All time most gorgeous light. Ever. I love their yard!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/touzard3blog/touzard311.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Cats generally make me sneezy and miserable... so I don't really like them much. But, if I were ever going to like a cat, this one would be it. :-)</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/touzard3blog/touzard313.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Rachelle and Karl give each other the most amazing looks... it makes capturing their family's moments so easy and special.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/touzard3blog/touzard314.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Mommy!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/touzard3blog/touzard315.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Num, num, num...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/touzard3blog/touzard316.jpg" /><br /><br /><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-6476118425126853300?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-89049765765958295642009-10-24T01:34:00.000-07:002009-10-24T01:45:19.928-07:00So, I finally found a moment to play around with Holiday Card designs. It's honestly been hanging over my head since, oh, August. I'm so relieved to have some designs ready to go! <div><br /></div><div>Here is just a small sample of what there is to choose from... and keep in mind all the colors, fonts, and words can be customized to fit your personality. Hope you like them!</div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">This is one of my favorites!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/holidayblog/holiday01.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/holidayblog/holiday02.jpg" /><br /><br /><div><div style="text-align: center;">Cleaner lines...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/holidayblog/holiday03.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/holidayblog/holiday04.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/holidayblog/holiday05.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/holidayblog/holiday06.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">A bit more fun...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/holidayblog/holiday07.jpg" /></div><div><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/holidayblog/holiday08.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/holidayblog/holiday09.jpg" /><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-8904976576595829564?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-9852119955716408252009-10-21T21:09:00.000-07:002009-10-21T21:34:44.292-07:00<div>Meet one of my very first clients, the Wagner family. I photographed them a couple years ago when I was brand spakin' new to the digital SLR world.... I'm so glad they stuck by me! LOL.</div><div><br /></div><div>We met at one of my favorite photo locations, the Orange Circle last weekend and I was thrilled to find that the kids had their smiles locked and loaded, and were not only willing to take family portraits, but actually excited about it. Whoohoo! </div><div><br /></div><div>Here are some of my favorites of the day: </div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/wagnerblog/wagner01.jpg" /><br /><br /><div><div style="text-align: center;">Just love Nolan's eyes...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/wagnerblog/wagner02.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">The 'what is your boyfriend's name again?' trick never fails...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/wagnerblog/wagner03.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">These kids hit the gene-pool jackpot for gorgeous eyes.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/wagnerblog/wagner04.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/wagnerblog/wagner05.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">I love Logan's expression in this one... it makes me laugh a little.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/wagnerblog/wagner06.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/wagnerblog/wagner07.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">To be honest, Avalon would have loved it if I gave her her own space for a moment, but I had to snap this shot first...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/wagnerblog/wagner08.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/wagnerblog/wagner09.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/wagnerblog/wagner10.jpg" /><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-985211995571640825?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-19936144268147617622009-10-19T22:27:00.000-07:002009-10-19T23:03:17.868-07:00<div>Serena and Jon are absolutely fantastic! Meeting them for the first time on their wedding day was a bit nerve-wracking, but I really couldn't have been more pleased- they're a beautiful couple, madly in love, and super easy-going. Once they saw each other at the ceremony they only had eyes for each other for the rest of the night, I loved watching them. </div><div><br /></div><div>So, here are a few of my favorites from the day... Enjoy!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/serenablog/serena01.jpg" /><br /><br /><div><div style="text-align: center;">I love seeing everybody work together to help the bride get ready...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/serenablog/serena02.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">When I grow up and have a studio, this wall is being exactly replicated. I LOVE it!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/serenablog/serena03.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">So what do you think about the motion in this next one? I have another one that is super sharp, but I find this one more interesting.... thoughts?</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/serenablog/serena04.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Love the light, love the bride, love the location... love love love!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/serenablog/serena05.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Her mom is just so in love with her daughter...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/serenablog/serena06.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/serenablog/serena07.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/serenablog/serena08.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/serenablog/serena09.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/serenablog/serena10.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/serenablog/serena11.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/serenablog/serena12.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">I really have to hand it to these two, they hiked up a hill, back down, and then back up another one to get to this spot... and they did it without even hesitating.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/serenablog/serena13.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">One of my favorites:</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/serenablog/serena14.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">They were all smiles all day.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/serenablog/serena15.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/serenablog/serena16.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/serenablog/serena17.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">And I'll leave you with the first dance:</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/serenablog/serena18.jpg" /><br /></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Thanks for looking! I'd love to hear your thoughts, leave a comment if you have anything to say :-)</div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-1993614426814761762?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-76785568167993926322009-10-14T23:04:00.000-07:002009-10-14T23:31:18.406-07:00<div>From the moment I met the Santillan family, I felt like we already knew each other. They have such easy-going and fun personalities - they really put me at ease and made my job extra fun. </div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">This is one of my favorites from the day... they're all so happy! Honestly they did all the 'posing' work on their own. I barely had to direct them! They were just themselves and I LOVED photographing them.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/yvetteblog/yvette01.jpg" /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Renee is just learning to walk...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/yvetteblog/yvette02.jpg" /><br /><br /><div><div style="text-align: center;">Gorgeous light!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/yvetteblog/yvette03.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/yvetteblog/yvette04.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">She's such a cutie! I loved all of her expressions.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/yvetteblog/yvette05.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">One of their games...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/yvetteblog/yvette06.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/yvetteblog/yvette07.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/yvetteblog/yvette08.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/yvetteblog/yvette09.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/yvetteblog/yvette10.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/yvetteblog/yvette11.jpg" /><br /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Grandma!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/yvetteblog/yvette13.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Quick costume change to show off their teams... I think Renee isn't quite sure if she's on the Dodger bandwagon...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/yvetteblog/yvette14.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Yvette's mom and dad came along to help... I couldn't let them get by without a quick portrait.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/yvetteblog/yvette15.jpg" /><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-7678556816799392632?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-42403461409985480422009-10-12T22:53:00.000-07:002009-10-12T23:21:26.812-07:00<div>Lots of weddings this month... I love it! This time I assisted Stephanie of <a href="http://www.stephanieannphotography.com">Stephanie Ann Photography</a> who happens to be a great friend of mine... and an amazing photographer. She's so fun to work with, I love it when we get to team up.</div><div><br /></div><div>Last Saturday I hitched a ride to Laguna with Stephanie for the wedding of Bonnie and Bill at <a href="http://www.tivoli-too.com/TivoliTerrace/tabid/57/Default.aspx">Tivoli Terrace</a>. I laughed all throughout the day, danced in the corner at the reception for a couple minutes, got a bit teary eyed when the bride &amp; groom danced, took an insane amount of photos of the flower girl and ring bearer, and just had fun. Here are some of my favorite photos from the day:</div><div><br /></div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/bonnieblog/bonnieblog01.jpg" /><br /><br /><div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/bonnieblog/bonnieblog02.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">These two LOVED having their picture taken... and I loved them for it!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/bonnieblog/bonnieblog03.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">A model in the making...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/bonnieblog/bonnieblog04.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Bonnie all done up and beautiful.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/bonnieblog/bonnieblog05.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/bonnieblog/bonnieblog06.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">You can tell they're best friends, huh?</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/bonnieblog/bonnieblog07.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/bonnieblog/bonnieblog08.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/bonnieblog/bonnieblog09.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/bonnieblog/bonnieblog10.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">I love toasts...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/bonnieblog/bonnieblog11.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/bonnieblog/bonnieblog12.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">S.T.U.N.N.I.N.G! I could photograph her all day long...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/bonnieblog/bonnieblog13.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">After the reception we snuck off to the beach to catch some nice light...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/bonnieblog/bonnieblog14.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Details! Brides spend countless hours planning these little things... so lots of photos are a must.</div><div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/bonnieblog/bonnieblog15.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-4240346140998548042?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-32121490259267268742009-10-11T22:51:00.000-07:002009-10-11T23:12:03.089-07:00<div>After meeting Wai of Wai Reyes Photography for the first time I knew we could be friends. She's a bundle of energy and really couldn't be sweeter... not to mention the fact that she is one amazing photographer. I was so excited and honored when she asked me to assist her at Saad and Veronica's wedding. </div><div><br /></div><div>The day ran smoothly and everyone had smiles ready to flash at a moments notice. Veronica was stunning, and Saad couldn't take his eyes off her.... no one could. Their day was not only filled with love, but with lots of laughter, dancing, heart-felt toasts, and beautiful details.... here's the proof:</div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">My new pals</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/saadblog/saad01.jpg" /><br /><br /><div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/saadblog/saad02.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/saadblog/saad03.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">One of my favorite wedding moments: the groom's first glimpse of his bride.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/saadblog/saad04.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/saadblog/saad05.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/saadblog/saad06.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/saadblog/saad07.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">I love a good group hug.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/saadblog/saad08.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">One of my favorites of the day... so much fun.</div><div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/saadblog/saad09.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Ahhh, I luuuuvvv the way she looked at him.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/saadblog/saad10.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/saadblog/saad11.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">My favorite!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/saadblog/saad12.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">2nd favorite! </div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/saadblog/saad13.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/saadblog/saad14.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Beautiful details...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/saadblog/saad15.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/saadblog/saad16.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">The first dance...</div><div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/saadblog/saad17.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">They had some of the most amazing dancers... ever. I was sad I couldn't just sit back and watch the show... at least I got see it through my lens, though.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/saadblog/saad18.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Everyone loves to have the bride's attention.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/saadblog/saad19.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">She faked the crowd out like 3 times... and they fell for it every time. I did, too.</div><div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/saadblog/saad20.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">This one is just to show off her second dress... it was way easier to dance in. And completely gorgeous.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/saadblog/saad21.jpg" /><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-3212149025926726874?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-5842259401681686382009-10-11T15:10:00.001-07:002009-10-11T18:17:24.501-07:00<div>So by now lots of you have heard me talk about my friend's awesome store, <a href="thehopechestboutique.com">The Hope Chest</a> in Old Town Orange. I don't think, however, you've seen it yet - so here you go! I went by there to say hi the other day and I brought my camera along so I could snap some photos of all their goodies. </div><div><br /></div><div>Stop by and mention that you saw this blog for 10% off your purchase... and don't forget to stop by for holiday gifts. They have lots of new toys that are made in America and carry great brands like, See Kai Run, Tea Collection, Knuckleheads, and Blabla Dolls... take a look:</div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">How cool are these hats? Knuckleheads makes great edgy clothes and hats.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/storeblog/store01.jpg" /><br /><br /><div><div style="text-align: center;">Love all the random things they have...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/storeblog/store02.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">A bit of bling for the girlies made by Little Miss Diva.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/storeblog/store03.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">I wish '<a href="http://www.seekairun.com/">See Kai Run</a>' made these shoes for adults... I'd soooo wear them, especially because they're good for your feet.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/storeblog/store04.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/storeblog/store05.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">They have a great selection of toys that are made in America...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/storeblog/store06.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Lots of toys and some more tutus and accessories from <a href="http://www.littlemissdiva.com/">Little Miss Diva</a>...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/storeblog/store07.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">They also have a little play area for your kids with a little art area and movies... and a nice little spot for you to sit and catch up on your gossip.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/storeblog/store08.jpg" /></div><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">A few more things I wish they made for adults... sigh. I love the sleeves of this dress...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/storeblog/store09.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Expecting? They have a great (and ever expanding) maternity section. </div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/storeblog/store10.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/storeblog/store12.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/storeblog/store13.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Super talented local artist, Zarah-Marie M. Healy:</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/storeblog/store14.jpg" /><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-584225940168168638?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-47375471422938744072009-10-05T12:02:00.000-07:002009-10-05T18:53:20.244-07:00Serious and observant, sweet and quiet. That's Caiden. He loves his Mommy and Daddy, being outside, and showing off his newfound walking skillz - and I just love him. <div><br /></div><div>His hot Mama is my awesome cousin, Courtney and I've been lucky enough to photograph their little family from the beginning. It's so fun to work with people that I love... I'm a lucky lady!<div><br /></div><div>In order to show off the many different sides of Caiden, we packed up a few outfits and hit a few locations for our portrait session... but I have to say Oak Glen was my favorite spot of the day. I've never been up there and I was amazed by all the cool spots we found. If anyone else wants to do portraits up there, let me know. I'll meet ya up there in a heartbeat =)</div><div><div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/caidenblog/josa01.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Dodger fans!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/caidenblog/josa02.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div>Ah! I love how he's looking at Courtney... he yubs her.<br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/caidenblog/josa03.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/caidenblog/josa04.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/caidenblog/josa05.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">I so went out and bought a belt just like this the next day... </div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/caidenblog/josa06.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Super awesome wheel. </div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/caidenblog/josa07.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">My second favorite of the day... love the vintage-ness of everything. </div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/caidenblog/josa08.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">My favorite of the day!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/caidenblog/josa09.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/caidenblog/josa10.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/caidenblog/josa11.jpg" /></div></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-4737547142293874407?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-40863904661145345322009-09-21T21:32:00.000-07:002009-09-21T22:00:39.502-07:00<div>Have I ever mentioned how much I LOVE second shooting? Well, I do. It's the best. I was able to take my new camera for a spin, relax, and catch the fun moments that happen when people are paying attention to the main photographer and not me. Thanks again <a href="http://www.stephanieannphotography.com">Stephanie</a> for having me along... you're awesome, and I think we make a great team. Can't wait for the next wedding coming up!</div><div><br /></div><div>Ok, now on to the happy couple: Brian and Jordan were another super laid back, easy to work with couple. I loved how they just enjoyed the day and didn't get caught up in all the craziness that was happening all around them- it was all good, and they just had fun. All couples should be so lucky! </div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Here are a couple shots of Jordan getting ready. Just look at all the smiles and happiness...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jordanblog/jordan01.jpg" /><br /><br /><div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jordanblog/jordan02.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div>One of the bridesmaids had a 'vision' of this shot as soon as she saw the patio, and <a href="http://stephanieannphotography.com">Stephanie</a> made it happen.... and I LOVE it.<br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jordanblog/jordan03.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Big smiles and laughter are always a good thing on your wedding day. </div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jordanblog/jordan04.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jordanblog/jordan05.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Sister flower girls = super cute. 'Nuff said.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jordanblog/jordan06.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">I planted myself in this spot and didn't ever want to leave... the light was just too good. </div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jordanblog/jordan07.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jordanblog/jordan08.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jordanblog/jordan09.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Love the feeling of this moment... everyone is having fun and smiling, but Brian and Jordan are just in their own little world. </div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jordanblog/jordan10.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Best light. Ever.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jordanblog/jordan11.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Don't they look so content?</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jordanblog/jordan12.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div>I don't know why I love this photo so much, but I do. Jordan was simply going to the dock to wait for their big introduction to the reception and I loved the look of it!<br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jordanblog/jordan13.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Details!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jordanblog/jordan14.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">I love toasts. Smiles, tears, laughter, embarrassment... it's all good. </div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jordanblog/jordan15.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Another toast... these bridesmaids made the BEST fun, clever, little poem about Brian and Jordan... they had everybody laughing.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jordanblog/jordan16.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Gotta have the camera on the bride when her dad gets the mic.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jordanblog/jordan17.jpg" /><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-4086390466114534532?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-18679835720638504082009-09-19T00:46:00.000-07:002009-09-20T10:39:29.291-07:00You may remember hearing of <a href="http://artistic-hair.com/">Artistic Hair</a> a few months ago when I did a <a href="http://alynnphotography.blogspot.com/2009/04/artistic-hair.html">photoshoot</a> with all their fantastic hairstylists. Barbara, the amazing owner of the salon, is always thinking of fun ways to take care of her clients and show her appreciation... And for her latest idea, I was happy to help by putting on a portrait party. I squeezed my awesome new funky chair into my car, set up a mini studio at the salon, and had so much fun meeting her amazing clients and taking their portraits.<br /><br />Barbara, thanks again for hosting this event! You have great clients and a fabulous salon. You're awesome!<br /><br />I also wanted to thank <a href="http://melissamunding.blogspot.com/">Melissa</a> for being an awesome assistant. And Eric, the salon's make-up artist, for making sure everyone was picture perfect. <br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/artisticblog/artistic01.jpg" /><br /><br /><div><div style="text-align: center;">LOVED this family...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/artisticblog/artistic02.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/artisticblog/artistic03.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Lauren's senior portraits...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/artisticblog/artistic04.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/artisticblog/artistic05.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/artisticblog/artistic06.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">This little guy was so happy and sweet... I could've photographed him for hours.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/artisticblog/artistic07.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">With his awesome grandparents...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/artisticblog/artistic08.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/artisticblog/artistic09.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://artistic-hair.com/staff.html">Cherie</a> and her girls...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/artisticblog/artistic10.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/artisticblog/artistic11.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Need a real estate agent? Here you go...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/artisticblog/artistic12.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">How unbelievably cute is this little girl?!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/artisticblog/artistic14.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/artisticblog/artistic15.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">How's this for a cute family?</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/artisticblog/artistic16.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/artisticblog/artistic17.jpg" /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-1867983572063850408?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-47486916191622775762009-09-05T21:19:00.000-07:002009-09-05T21:56:03.277-07:00<div>Facebook really is one of the most amazing things around... not only is it great for business and staying current with your friends, but it's the best way to keep in touch with family members that you don't get to see as often as you'd like. </div><div><br /></div><div>I remember when I first got a friend request from my mom.... I didn't know what to think... would this be bad? Would she shake a finger at all my happy hour visits and roll her eyes at all the photos of me at parties? It really could've been disastrous, ya know? But instead, facebook has connected me with aunts, uncles, cousins that've grown up to be waaaayyyy cooler than me, and has made it possible for all of us to get to know each other again. </div><div><br /></div><div>OK. Why am I rambling about facebook? Because this photoshoot of my Aunt Annie and her daughter may have never happened if it weren't for that awesome little social site. As some of you know I'm always posting photos and rambling about this and that and my most favoritist childhood aunt took notice. She mentioned that she wanted to have photos taken of Alexi, and I jumped on the opportunity. I don't get to see them much, and I was floored to see how old (and cool) Alexi had gotten when I wasn't looking. Seriously, she is one cool kid... just look at her awesome wardrobe and super sassiness. I LOVED photographing her! So here she is - popcorn loving, concert going, Selina Gomez fanatic, Alexi:</div><div><br /></div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/alexiblog/alexi01.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/alexiblog/alexi02.jpg" /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;">I really really really wish they made that ruffly skirt in my size...</div><div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/alexiblog/alexi03.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">I don't know why exactly, but this is one of my favorites of the day. Her eyes are so expressive.</div><div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/alexiblog/alexi04.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">There are so many amazing textures and colors to be found in Downtown Fullerton.</div><div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/alexiblog/alexi05.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div>She's such a great model... all I had to say was, "you lost your cell phone and you're grounded" to get a somber look. Then ask about her boyfriend, and presto! Smiles!</div><div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/alexiblog/alexi06.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Our Taylor Swift tribute...</div><div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/alexiblog/alexi07.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">She's only 6! And look at how absolutely gorgeous she is! She's gonna stop traffic when she's older.</div><div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/alexiblog/alexi08.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/alexiblog/alexi09.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Had to get a few Mom and Daughter portraits in...</div><div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/alexiblog/alexi10.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Seriously? Seriously? She is so flippin' cool.</div><div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/alexiblog/alexi11.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Their wiener dog!</div><div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/alexiblog/alexi12.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Like daughter, like doggy LOL</div><div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/alexiblog/alexi13.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Happy faces and blurry backgrounds never fail...</div><div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/alexiblog/alexi14.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div>A little leaf throwing does a kid good... cool idea, Annie!</div><div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/alexiblog/alexi15.jpg" /><br /><br />Annie and Alexi,</div><div> I hope you had as much fun at our shoot as I did. You two were lots of fun, and I can't wait for the next round of photos someday. There are TONS more to look at... in fact I had a really tough time deciding which ones to post. I'll have your proof site up soon so you can check everything out. Love ya, and I hope to see you again soon!<br /><br /><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-4748691619162277576?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-37068643099890097302009-09-01T23:14:00.000-07:002009-09-01T23:47:57.502-07:00<div>To celebrate her parent's 40th wedding anniversary, Nicki thought it would be a great idea to round up the family and pose for portraits.... pretty much the best idea ever, huh? Kidding... a little - I've always loved giving photography as gifts (ask my mom, she's been getting photos for presents since my high school days at Picture People). </div><div><br /></div><div>We braved the heat in Pasadena this past Sunday, and I'll tell ya, they were not only good sports, but really fun to work with and full of love for one another. The two little boys just lit up as soon as they saw their Auntie and Grandparents - it was so sweet. Here are some of my favorites... </div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">The whole family with my favorite light :-)</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/henneblog/henneblog01.jpg" /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;">I love how Tanner is trying to escape, but still smiling. </div><div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/henneblog/henneblog02.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Just look at these handsome boys...</div><div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/henneblog/henneblog03.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">The happy couple...</div><div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/henneblog/henneblog04.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Self posed and casual...</div><div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/henneblog/henneblog05.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">I looked behind me and caught these two having way too much fun without my camera being pointed at them... I made sure to snap a few shots before the fun came to an end.</div><div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/henneblog/henneblog06.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Sisters!</div><div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/henneblog/henneblog07.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">The T-man!</div><div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/henneblog/henneblog08.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div>Nicki scouted this place out the weekend before our shoot and fell in love with the architecture... she thought I'd think she was crazy for driving all the way out there to check it out, but her enthusiasm really got me excited... and we knew exactly where we wanted to shoot the day of. Cool beans.</div><div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/henneblog/henneblog09.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Their Grandpa is so cool. Not only did he help with getting smiles out of the boys, but he hopped into the train to play. Cool, huh? </div><div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/henneblog/henneblog10.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Next is one of my favorites! Nicki saw this wall accross the street from the park and knew I would LOVE it... she was right, of course. </div><div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/henneblog/henneblog11.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Those eyes are beyond beautiful.... </div><div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/henneblog/henneblog12.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Little stinker... I love it!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/henneblog/henneblog13.jpg" /></div><div><br /></div><div>Nicki,</div><div>Thanks so much for choosing me to photograph your awesome family! I had lots of fun, and really got a kick out of how much fun you all managed to have together despite that awful heat. I hope dinner was great (they got to go to the Melting Pot), and that your parents had a fantastic anniversary.</div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-3706864309989009730?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-68242468711755978592009-08-29T21:41:00.000-07:002009-08-29T21:49:55.203-07:00Look how big my little Hope has gotten! I can't believe how fast time is going... she's changed so much. Look at her chubby little cheeks and rubber band wrists. I just love her!<div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Her daddy sure can make her smile</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/hope3blog/hope3-01.jpg" /><br /><br /><div><div style="text-align: center;">Yay! Chubby fingers!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/hope3blog/hope3-02.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Peek-a-boo</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/hope3blog/hope3-03.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/hope3blog/hope3-04.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/hope3blog/hope3-05.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">She's such happy baby!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/hope3blog/hope3-06.jpg" /><br /><br /><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-6824246871175597859?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-28767321632124955922009-08-23T20:11:00.000-07:002009-08-23T20:36:35.014-07:00<div>Meet Logan James.... the third adorable addition to the Sylvester family. I swear this little guy is destined to be one of the world's greatest sleepers. Not only was he perfectly willing to let me pose him this way and that, but he was able to sleep through all the excitement and commotion from his big brother and sister, Landen and Lauren (who were buzzing around the house with the most enviable amount of energy). </div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">This is quickly turning into one of my signature photos... there's just something irresistible about a sleeping baby in a basket.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/LogSylBlog/LogSylBlog01.jpg" /><br /><br /><div><div style="text-align: center;">Landen loves his baby brother...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/LogSylBlog/LogSylBlog02.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Talk about a beautiful family...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/LogSylBlog/LogSylBlog03.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Big brother and sis... with cool shirts to show off their new roles in the family.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/LogSylBlog/LogSylBlog04.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/LogSylBlog/LogSylBlog05.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/LogSylBlog/LogSylBlog06.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/LogSylBlog/LogSylBlog07.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/LogSylBlog/LogSylBlog08.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Love this pose, Alissa! Thanks for the tip :-)</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/LogSylBlog/LogSylBlog09.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/LogSylBlog/LogSylBlog10.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/LogSylBlog/LogSylBlog11.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">I love the way Lauren is checking Logan out... she's still not sure what this whole little brother thing is all about, but she loves holding him.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/LogSylBlog/LogSylBlog12.jpg" /><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-2876732163212495592?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-66844605381813481092009-08-21T09:41:00.000-07:002009-08-21T09:46:13.841-07:00<div>Hello! </div><div><br /></div><div>It's about that time again... the holidays will be here before you know it! If you would like some awesome, stress-free holiday portraits taken this year start thinking October- the craziness of the season hasn't quite kicked in yet, and there's plenty of time for designing cards, ordering prints, and wrapping them up all pretty. </div><div><br /></div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/Christmas%20email%20880px.jpg" /><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-6684460538181348109?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-38263622369486227782009-08-19T21:39:00.000-07:002009-08-19T21:51:26.178-07:00<div>Happy birthday to one of my favorite kid-friends, Natalie! She's turning the big 5, and we had so much fun at our 'modeling' session today... just look at how ridiculously adorable she is! </div><div><br /></div><div>Oh! And a special thanks to The Hope Chest in Old Towne Orange for the amazing outfits... I absolutely love their clothes. (pssst! They're finally opening their doors this weekend, go check them out... on the west side of the circle next to the dance studio).</div><div><br /></div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/natblog/nat01.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/natblog/nat02.jpg" /><br /><br /><div><div style="text-align: center;">She just posed herself and all I had to do was click away...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/natblog/nat03.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">That was my headband until I saw how cute it was on her... now it's hers.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/natblog/nat04.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">One of my favorites of the day:</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/natblog/nat05.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">If you think her smile is cute, you should hear her giggle. It's waaaay too cute.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/natblog/nat06.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/natblog/nat07.jpg" /><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-3826362236948622778?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-69528153427390300142009-08-12T19:28:00.000-07:002009-08-12T19:47:47.142-07:00<div>My cousin Debby has one awesome MOMS Club group... with adorable kids. So when she decided to plan a portrait party for her members I was all over it. Here are some highlights:</div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">My cousins, Brandon, Lauren, and Ryan</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/MunarPartyBlog/MunarParty001.jpg" /><br /><br /><div><div style="text-align: center;">He is such a happy little guy when he's outside.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/MunarPartyBlog/MunarParty002.jpg" /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">She is just a natural beauty... and so super sweet and demure.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/MunarPartyBlog/MunarParty003.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Brandon: up and coming videographer.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/MunarPartyBlog/MunarParty004.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Yannick is so cool and easy going...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/MunarPartyBlog/MunarParty005.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">I love it when siblings aren't opposed to cuddling.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/MunarPartyBlog/MunarParty006.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Anouk must watch Top Model... she gave me a different head tilt with every click of my camera. </div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/MunarPartyBlog/MunarParty007.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Bryson couldn't keep his hands off Brody... </div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/MunarPartyBlog/MunarParty008.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Love their eyes...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/MunarPartyBlog/MunarParty009.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Ok, seriously? I wished I could hug and squeeze him as much as his big bro.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/MunarPartyBlog/MunarParty010.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Virginia and her boys...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/MunarPartyBlog/MunarParty011.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Little Sam... the basket took a field trip back to where I originally found it at Debby's house.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/MunarPartyBlog/MunarParty012.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/MunarPartyBlog/MunarParty013.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Gavin was waaaaayyyy cooler than me... just look at his awesome style.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/MunarPartyBlog/MunarParty014.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/MunarPartyBlog/MunarParty015.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Tanner made me work for my pictures... he actually loved the studio set up better than outdoor portraits... who'd have thought?</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/MunarPartyBlog/MunarParty016.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/MunarPartyBlog/MunarParty017.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Jaden was a natural in front of the camera... just look at those amazing eyelashes.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/MunarPartyBlog/MunarParty018.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">These 3 were soo soo so so so adorable together. All smiles and ready to pose for me as soon as I asked. </div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/MunarPartyBlog/MunarParty019.jpg" /><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-6952815342739030014?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-60635363795003884292009-08-09T23:16:00.000-07:002009-08-09T23:27:00.158-07:00<div>Hello everyone! I just thought I'd take a stab at the 'I heart faces' contest this week... the theme is crazy, silly faces. I'm sure I have other more nutty photos to enter, but the one I chose is a favorite of mine because Landen wasn't <i>trying</i> to make a silly face- he just <i>did</i>. It's such a subtle and sweet expression, don't you think?</div><div><br /></div><div>As for those waiting for my weekly top 8... I, uh, haven't gotten to it yet (been soooo busy!) which basically makes the 'weekly' part of the title a fib. I think it'll have to be renamed. Maybe 'my top 8 of late' or '8 lately'....? I dunno. </div><div><br /></div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/sylblog/syl03.jpg" /><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-6063536379500388429?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-77809117227269824802009-08-04T23:23:00.000-07:002009-08-05T23:34:09.377-07:00When Christina called me she was buzzing with excitement- I could actually tell she was smiling over the phone. Super curious and excited by her energy I listened to her speech: After years of running a successful ebay store she and an old friend decided to open a brick and mortar children's boutique at the Orange Circle... and she wanted me to shoot the art for the walls and be the store's exclusive photographer... what?! Of course!<div><br /></div><div>I've known Christina since I was a little, little girl... she was the cool older kid a few doors down from my house. Our moms and brothers were best friends so she was basically stuck with the chubby, red headed, freckled neighbor following her around all day. I LOVED it... despite the haunted house stories, and embarrassing parts in homemade plays :-) </div><div><br /></div><div>Now we're all grown up and I am so honored that Christina and Colleen have asked me to be their photographer. I had a ridiculously fun time working with Christina's 3 kids and Colleen's gang of gorgeous blondie nieces and nephews. Check out how cute these clothes are, and keep an eye out for the store's grand opening soon... they're working like crazy to get it open before the street fair in September. I'll keep you posted! </div><div><br /></div><div>Oh! And by-the-way this is a long one... I wanted to be sure to show off all my models and their awesome outfits...</div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/HCblog/HC001.jpg" /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;">Just look at all these blue eyes...</div><div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/HCblog/HC002.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">I love all the colors in these clothes... they went so well with all the colors and textures of downtown Orange.</div><div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/HCblog/HC003.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Seriously? They are so cute!</div><div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/HCblog/HC004.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">You go Sophie!</div><div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/HCblog/HC005.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/HCblog/HC006.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/HCblog/HC007.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Luka's coat was so cool... I'd wear it if it came in my size *sigh*</div><div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/HCblog/HC008.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Little fairy princess dress... I'd have LOVED this when I was a kid!</div><div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/HCblog/HC010.jpg" /><br /></div><div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/HCblog/HC011.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">These boots are the best! What little girl wouldn't beg to wear these every day?</div><div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/HCblog/HC012.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">All I did was ask them what their boyfriend's name was...</div><div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/HCblog/HC013.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Part sweater, part dress, part tutu? Doesn't get any better...</div><div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/HCblog/HC014.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/HCblog/HC015.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/HCblog/HC016.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/HCblog/HC017.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/HCblog/HC018.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">These blue eyes are the real thing- I swear I didn't even touch them in photoshop.</div><div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/HCblog/HC019.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Luka was loving this moment. LOL</div><div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/HCblog/HC020.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/HCblog/HC021.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/HCblog/HC022.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Awe, Ethan- I've photographed him since he was just a baby. He's so big now...</div><div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/HCblog/HC023.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">She did not want me near her with my camera at first... needless to say, she warmed up.</div><div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/HCblog/HC024.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">I want my husband to wear these kinds of shirts every day... I LOVE them.</div><div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/HCblog/HC025.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">And last, but not least...</div><div><br /></div><div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/HCblog/HC026.jpg" /><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-7780911722726982480?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-58056072920922720002009-08-02T18:53:00.000-07:002009-08-21T09:51:45.678-07:00<div>Being 'outdoorsie' Tim and Kristin wanted a natural setting for their engagement session... done and done. Irvine Park is such an awesome place to shoot, and it really seemed to fit their personalities (and outfits). Their can-do attitude and easy going personalities made their shoot so fun and relaxed - I can't wait for their November wedding! If they're any more lovey on their wedding day than they were for the engagement shoot, it's going to be one amazing day.</div><div><br /></div><div><i>Tim and Kristin,</i></div><div><i>Thanks so much for choosing me as your photographer. You two make a great team and I really think you're perfect together! Happy planning, can't wait for the wedding...</i></div><div><i><br /></i></div><div style="text-align: center;">I love lovey little glances.</div><div><br /></div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jaskoblog/jasko001.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jaskoblog/jasko002.jpg" /><br /><br /><div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jaskoblog/jasko003.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Aren't they just really, really, ridiculously good-looking?</div><div style="text-align: center;">Yup, a Zoolander reference :-)</div><div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jaskoblog/jasko004.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Beautiful light, perfect location, gorgeous couple... </div><div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jaskoblog/jasko005.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jaskoblog/jasko006.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">How cool is this bench framed by the beams overhead? Love it...</div><div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jaskoblog/jasko007.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">The session wouldn't be complete without some good ol' flare.</div><div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jaskoblog/jasko008.jpg" /><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-5805607292092272000?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-60090855177003203562009-07-31T16:10:00.000-07:002009-08-01T15:29:45.410-07:00<div>Lindsay said her sister was moving to town for college. I said, "Ooooh, I want to take sister pictures." Lindsay said, "Ok, we'll give them to my mom for her birthday." Done and done. I love it when things are simple :-)</div><div><br /></div><div>I also love it when Lindsay gets in front of my camera- I'm usually right there with her because we're, like, "so cute" but this time I kept out of the pictures. Maybe next time we'll plan an elaborate self portrait session. Anyway, I must say Tara was lots of fun to photograph, too. Aren't they gorgeous? In the words of the obnoxious bro on a bike that gawked at them in the middle of our shoot, "OMG girls. OMG." I think he summed it up. </div><div><br /></div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/wagerblog/wager001.jpg" /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;">Downtown Fullerton is full of awesome color... I'm thinking it suited their personalities quite nicely.</div><div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/wagerblog/wager002.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Loved this crappy truck...</div><div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/wagerblog/wager003.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">The people in this bar probably got a good laugh at them fixing their hair.</div><div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/wagerblog/wager004.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Love love love the light.</div><div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/wagerblog/wager005.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Parking garage hanging chicken fighting is the next big thing... I'm tellin ya...</div><div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/wagerblog/wager006.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/wagerblog/wager007.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/wagerblog/wager008.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Yay! Silly face montage:</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/wagerblog/wager009.jpg" /><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-6009085517700320356?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-12210545341699617062009-07-28T18:25:00.000-07:002009-11-05T14:03:56.517-08:00<div>Jade's calm on her wedding day was astounding. Bridesmaids, groomsmen, family, kids, hairstylists, cell phones - everyone was bustling about the hotel, but Jade was just as cool as could be. The fact that she was getting married to her boyfriend of 8 years didn't really hit her until her hair came out of the curlers. Then she just happily looked in the mirror and said, "we're doing this." </div><div><br /></div><div>After the ceremony Chris and Jade were all smiles and kisses. When Jade caught herself calling Chris her boyfriend instead of husband, she corrected herself with a loud, excited announcement (much to everyone's amusement). All throughout the night Chris would just look at her sweetly and tell her, "you're so cute." </div><div><br /></div><div><i>Jade and Chris,</i></div><div><i>I really can't thank you enough for choosing me to photograph your day. You were all so fun, and I truly enjoyed joking and laughing with you all day. I wish you the best and hope you have an amazing honeymoon... 10 days in Hawaii is gonna be rough. JK</i></div><div><i><br /></i></div><div>The wedding day breakdown:</div><div><br /></div><div><b>The most amazing venue ever</b> - <a href="http://www.gershonbachus.com/">Gershon Bachus Vintners</a>. The owners are so sweet, and provide a fantastic level of customer service. The food is delicious, fresh, and the menu can be customized for your event. And did I happen to mention that it is absolutely beautiful inside and out? </div><div><br /></div><div><b>The Entertainment</b> - <a href="http://www.invisibletouchevents.com/">Invisible Touch</a> (DJ, Lighting, and Event Production). This trio was so fun to watch! They have amazing energy and really know how to get the party going. They'll even teach everyone the dance moves to Thriller (which is waaaayyy better than line dancing at a wedding. I'm just sayin).</div><div><br /></div><div><b>Hair</b> - Ahhh! I still need to get this info... sorry</div><div><br /></div><div>And a special thanks to Stephanie of <a href="http://www.stephanieannphotography.com/">Stephanie Ann Photography</a> - I LOVE working with you! Thanks for all your help! Can't wait for the next wedding :-)</div><div><br /></div><div>Now on to the pictures!</div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">I love a nice MAC collection...</div><div><br /></div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/globlog/glover001.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/globlog/glover002.jpg" /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Beautiful Jade and her super fun bridal party... lots of laughs with this group.</div><div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/globlog/glover003.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">I love the first time a mother sees her daughter as a bride... it's such a once in a lifetime moment.</div><div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/globlog/glover004.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">A little vintage touch...</div><div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/globlog/glover005.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/globlog/glover006.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Chris had a pretty fun group himself... </div><div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/globlog/glover007.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Sigh. This was one of the most amazing ceremonies I've been to... the officiant was a close friend of Jade's and she did such a beautiful job - she even got some laughter out of the crowd.</div><div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/globlog/glover008.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">A bit of fun...</div><div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/globlog/glover009.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Every time I turned around I saw another amazing place to shoot. Toss in some perfect lighting and I'm in photographer heaven.</div><div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/globlog/glover010.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/globlog/glover011.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/globlog/glover012.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Chris and Jade were amazing to work with - they were up for anything and Jade was a great sport walking around in uncomfortable shoes.</div><div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/globlog/glover013.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">A little grape leaf frame action...</div><div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/globlog/glover014.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">This winery is absolutely stunning - every single inch of it is beautifully and thoughtfully decorated.</div><div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/globlog/glover015.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">And I'll leave you with the first dance...</div><div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/globlog/glover016.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-1221054534169961706?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-74897765643690361562009-07-27T20:35:00.000-07:002009-08-21T09:52:16.826-07:00Ok, here we go behind schedule again... sigh. Better late than never, right?<div><div><br /></div><div>Well everyone, get ready for the 2nd ever installment of my Weekly Top 8. This random weekly post is my way of putting the 'real me' out there on the web, and giving people the opportunity to see what I'm all about. I'm not so great at just writing so I've gone with the ever popular (and probably overdone) survey approach... let me know what you think :-)</div><div><br /></div><div><b>Fave of the week:</b> I have to say one of my favorite things about my nanny gig is the silly things the kids say... with a straight face. You know, things that you generally wouldn't casually say to other people like, "Hold on, I gotta go poop and pee real bad," or just random statements like, "When you bake fish when they're dead, it's super yummy." </div><div><br /></div><div>So the other day when I was driving with 5-year-old Zane I had to laugh when he said to me, in all seriousness, <b>"Amanda, I have my arm out the window so don't flip the car over ok?" Uh, sure Zane, I'll wait until you pull your arm back in and put your helmet on. Whatta dork. </b></div><div><br /></div><div><b>New thing of the week: </b>I was lucky enough to shoot my first winery wedding this week! It was not only ridiculously gorgeous, but so so so fun as well (oh, and not to mention stupid hot, oh well, huh?). The food was fantastic, the wine was amazing, and the super cute DJ taught everyone the dance moves to Thriller. I'll post photos of all the <b>fun-ness</b> soon, stay tuned.</div><div><br /></div><div><b>Quirk of the week: </b>Ooooh, Josh just walked by me with a stack of fresh, clean laundry (that's right! Josh does the laundry... I cook and do the dishes, ok?). It smells soooo good! I just told him I wish <b>our imaginary maid</b> would wash our sheets every night... and you know what he said? He said, 'That's weird that you like the smell so much." Huh? What's not to love about a bed full of Downy freshness every night?</div><div><br /></div><div><b>Irk of the week: </b>Plantar fasciitis (thanks for the spelling help there, Google). AKA Crazy-heel-pain-itis. My feet ALWAYS hurt... it is the bane of my existence (other than how many calories are in a bottle of Blue Moon). Any time I don't wear soccer mom shoes I pay for it. And my old lady flip-flops with arch support from the ever expensive Walking Store just don't cut it. <b>Plantar fascia inflammation, I hate you. </b></div><div><br /></div><div><b>Blogger of the week: </b><a href="http://www.comedycentral.com/tosh.0/">Daniel Tosh</a>. I love you. Your show (Tosh.O Thursday nights on Comedy Central) is the funniest thing I've ever seen. <b>Your blog is great. I want to marry it.</b> Here's a clip that had me and Josh laughing for like 10 minutes... and then another 5 minutes 20 minutes later. It's a bit inappropriate... so consider yourself warned. </div><div><br /><table style="font:11px arial; color:#333; background-color:#f5f5f5" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="360" height="353"><tbody><tr style="background-color:#e5e5e5" valign="middle"><td style="padding:2px 1px 0px 5px;"><a target="_blank" style="color:#333; text-decoration:none; font-weight:bold;" href="http://www.comedycentral.com/tosh.0/">Tosh.0</a></td><td style="padding:2px 5px 0px 5px; text-align:right; font-weight:bold;">Thurs, 10pm / 9c</td></tr><tr style="height:14px;" valign="middle"><td style="padding:2px 1px 0px 5px;" colspan="2"><a target="_blank" style="color:#333; text-decoration:none; font-weight:bold;" href="http://www.comedycentral.com/videos/index.jhtml?videoId=238859&amp;title=motorcycle-granny">Motorcycle Granny</a><a></a></td></tr><tr style="height:14px; background-color:#353535" valign="middle"><td colspan="2" style="padding:2px 5px 0px 5px; width:360px; overflow:hidden; text-align:right"><a target="_blank" style="color:#96deff; text-decoration:none; font-weight:bold;" href="http://www.comedycentral.com/">www.comedycentral.com</a></td></tr><tr valign="middle"><td style="padding:0px;" colspan="2"><embed style="display:block" src="http://media.mtvnservices.com/mgid:cms:item:comedycentral.com:238859" width="360" height="301" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" wmode="window" allowfullscreen="true" flashvars="autoPlay=false" allowscriptaccess="always" allownetworking="all" bgcolor="#000000"></embed></td></tr><tr style="height:18px;" valign="middle"><td style="padding:0px;" colspan="2"><table style="margin:0px; text-align:center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%" height="100%"><tbody><tr valign="middle"><td style="padding:3px; width:33%;"><a target="_blank" style="font:10px arial; color:#333; text-decoration:none;" href="http://www.comedycentral.com/tosh.0">Daniel Tosh</a></td><td style="padding:3px; width:33%;"><a target="_blank" style="font:10px arial; color:#333; text-decoration:none;" href="http://www.comedycentral.com/tosh.0/2009/06/11/web-redemption-miss-south-carolina/">Miss Teen South Carolina</a></td><td style="padding:3px; width:33%;"><a target="_blank" style="font:10px arial; color:#333; text-decoration:none;" href="http://www.comedycentral.com/tosh.0/2009/06/11/demi-moore-nude-pic/">Demi Moore Picture</a></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table><br /></div><div><table style="'font:11px" cellpadding="'0'" cellspacing="'0'" width="'360'" height="'353'"><tbody></tbody></table></div><div><br /></div><div><b>Laugh of the week: </b>Ok, this was shot with my phone... don't judge on the photo quality! Haha. Anyway, when I got to work with the kids last Monday <b>I saw this crime scene</b>. It was horrific. I didn't know the kids had gotten big enough to pull a crime of this magnitude off. </div><div><br /></div><div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/photo%20copy.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><b>Honorable mention: </b>Sigh. Sometimes my day job is really tough. Like when I have to pack all 6 kids up and take them <b>swimming all day at an awesome pool</b> stocked with lots of awesome toys, and judge silly dive contests. Bummer for me. </div><div><br /></div><div><b>Random photo of the week:</b></div><div><div>This week's photo comes from a couple weeks ago when an old high school friend had me photograph her whole family (25 people!). We hadn't seen each other in 9 years and it was sooooo weird seeing her all grown up. I have to say, though, that it was even more bizarre to realize that, if I thought she was all grown up, then that meant I was technically grown up, too... Ugh, <b>adulthood is still just odd to me sometimes</b>- I don't feel like I fit the bill yet, and that's ok by me :-)</div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="white-space: pre;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="white-space: normal;"><br /></span></span></div></div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/hayley_hannah.jpg" /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-7489776564369036156?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-44978701394492601172009-07-23T21:54:00.000-07:002009-07-23T22:31:55.006-07:00<div>Karen and Zackary are best good friends. They crack each other up, get super nerdy together, cuddle, run amok, and when something not-so-fun comes up they talk it out. They really have an understanding of one another and love each other to pieces. I love watching the two of them (in an un-creepy way) and am so so so lucky to not only have them in my life, but to call them family. Yup, this is my super awesome Sister (in-law) and her ridiculously cool kid, Zackary Orion.</div><div><br /></div><div>A bit of trivia: Zackary was named after my husband (his Uncle Josh). When he and Karen were kids, Josh taught Karen where the Orion constellation is. She always thinks of Josh whenever she sees it, and decided to give Josh some cool brother kudos when she named her son. Cool story, huh?</div><div><br /></div><div>Anywho, we met at the Orange Circle and had lots of fun walking around (despite a bit of a grumpy start for Zack- poor kid had JUST fallen asleep before the shoot and took a while to warm back up). Karen was a good sport in her not-so-comfy-when-carrying-a-tired-and-beefy-kid shoes, and Zack got good and hyper after a banana and juice.</div><div><br /></div><div>Thanks Karen and Zackary! I love you!</div><div><br /></div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/karenblog/lynn01.jpg" /><br /><br /><div><div style="text-align: center;">I think this one on the left is my favorite of the day... There's nothing like a good cuddle with Mommy when you first wake up.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/karenblog/lynn02.jpg" /></div><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Awe, isn't she pretty?</div><div style="text-align: center;"> <img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/karenblog/lynn03.jpg" /></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">These two have so much fun together...</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/karenblog/lynn04.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">See what I mean? Karen was having just as much fun throwing leaves at Josh as Zackary was. Nerds.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/karenblog/lynn05.jpg" /></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Here's a little stinker sequence- </div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/karenblog/lynn06.jpg" /><br /><div style="text-align: center;">Seriously! How cute are his facial expressions? He saw a train and flipped out, haha.</div></div><div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/karenblog/lynn07.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">He always walks with a purpose. Always. It's so cute.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/karenblog/lynn08.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Mommy and Uncle Josh (my hubby) sure know how to make him laugh...</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/karenblog/lynn09.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">And, of course, my favorite kind of light.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/karenblog/lynn10.jpg" /><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-4497870139449260117?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-14780519047907029472009-07-19T20:28:00.000-07:002009-08-21T09:53:06.420-07:00<div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;">I wonder if Kenny and Shannon ever really knew they'd someday get married when they met 6 years ago... after all they were only 17. If they didn't realize it then, they've obviously caught on by now and have since built a beautiful life together- complete with a beautiful home and one ridiculously adorable little girl named Sophia. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Shannon is so bright and full of energy- always laughing and smiling. Kenny is laid back and so easy going- he really seems to live in the moment and gives Shannon the most loving little smiles. Little Sophia is full of curiosity and smiles just like her mom. She also has the sweetest disposition. They're perfect in front of my camera.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Their wedding day is sure to be as amazing as they are, and I really can't wait. At least I had the opportunity to meet up with them for a super fun engagement session this past weekend. If this photoshoot was any indication of what the wedding will be like, it's going to be one awesome day...<br /><br />By the way, Shannon's perfect hair and make-up was done by Shannon Rhodes of Laca Bella Salon 714-998-2566</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div></div><div style="text-align: center;">I love these two shots together... they might be my favorite of the day.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/KirklandES_blog/kirkland001.jpg" /></div><br /><div><div style="text-align: center;">They all have so much fun together... they're always smiling.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/KirklandES_blog/kirkland002.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/KirklandES_blog/kirkland003.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Ahhhh! She's so pretty!</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/KirklandES_blog/kirkland004.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">I love the way Kenny just quietly looks at Shannon and smiles</div><div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/KirklandES_blog/kirkland005.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">I love this light!</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/KirklandES_blog/kirkland006.jpg" /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">High contrast + genuine laughter = another favorite</div><div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/KirklandES_blog/kirkland007.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div>I love engagement shoots... It gives me a chance to really get to know people through my lens. For example, Shannon's best smiles come out as soon as she thinks I'm done with the shot. Good to know, huh?<br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/KirklandES_blog/kirkland008.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/KirklandES_blog/kirkland009.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/KirklandES_blog/kirkland010.jpg" /><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-1478051904790702947?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-23447255062789908442009-07-18T10:00:00.000-07:002009-08-21T09:53:25.953-07:00Ok, so I've been meaning to start this weekly post for a while now... it was supposed to debut yesterday, but better late than never, right?<br /><br />This is my top 8 of the week... my random weekly post that is supposed to give you a little glimpse of, well, me. It's also supposed to be a little funny, but I'll let you be the judge of that - I guess it'll depend on what my week was like :-)<br /><br />And, of course there will always be a photo at the end as a reward for all your hard reading.<br /><br />So here we go:<br /><br /><b>Fave of the week:</b> Josh baked! For those of you who don't know Josh- he's my hubby. And I don't think he has ever baked. Ever in his entire life. I can't even ask him to stir the spaghetti sauce every once in a while so I can run an errand (I tried that once, and I can home to a horribly stressed out wreck that had been standing over the pot of bubbling sauce sure that the bits of parsley were in fact burned pieces that had hopelessly ruined our dinner). Anyway, the yummy treat? Brownies... from the box, but delicious nonetheless. He even delivered to the couch, complete with a tall glass of milk. Yesssss.<br /><br /><b>New thing of the week:</b> Yoga. Not exactly new, it's kind of on the old side, but it's new to me. I've always been a big believer in yoga, and I used to practice it regularly, but life has a tendency to get in the way of things and I kinda, sorta dropped it. Keep an eye out for a calmer, better balanced, more hippyish me.<br /><br /><b>Quirk of the week</b>: I enjoy cutting nails.... a lot. I was actually overjoyed when Hunter (one of the little munchkins I take care of during the week) let me cuddle with him and cut his fingernails- simultaneously. I know there are other weirdoes out there who like it too... speak up.<br /><br /><b>Irk of the week:</b> Time. You suck. Where do you go when I'm not looking? I could really use you right now.... jeez.<br /><br /><b>Blogger of the week:</b> <a href="http://www.theblahblahblahger.com/">BlahBlahBlahger</a> I love her photoFANatic blogs... just read it!<br /><br /><b>Laugh of the week</b>: I love my iphone. I'd marry it if I could. The kids at work love it, too... especially the new voice recording application (ok, and they love the 'fart for free' application. It's gross, but so funny). Anyway, we spent a good hour taking turns telling silly stories to each other in the dark the other day. Here are a couple highlights... just give 'em a quick listen, they're short and sweet.<br /><br />... Ok, I'm so so sad. I can't get it to work :-( Anyone know how to use an Mpeg-4 online? <div><br /></div><b>Honorable mention: </b>I had two awesome photoshoots this week... one was with my most awesomest sister-in-law, Karen and my nephew, Zack at the Circle of Orange. The other was an engagement session with one of my favorite couples, Kenny and Shannon (and Sophia, their little pixie of a daughter) in Laguna Beach. I can't wait to post photos... Stay tuned!<br /><div><br /></div><div><b>Photo of the week</b>: this is the announcement I just made for my super new little client Jazelle (and her parents, of course). Her baby shower, bedroom, and everything else to do with her is jungle themed so I came up with this simple, girlie safari design.</div><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jazelle_announcment_front-web.jpg" /><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-2344725506278990844?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-26085142337249797172009-07-12T00:46:00.000-07:002009-07-12T11:21:18.803-07:00<img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jazblog/jaz09.jpg" /><br /><div>I've been looking forward to this photo shoot ever since I met her mommy for maternity portraits a few months ago - and the second I saw Jazelle I knew my job would be easy this time. She has the most beautiful head of hair, long &amp; curly eyelashes, and an ability to sleep through just about anything... perfect. Well, perfect until I got the worst of a no diaper situation on my shorts... oh well, occupational hazard. </div><div><br /></div><div>Rachelle and Karl,</div><div>I can't even begin to tell you how honored and excited I am to be Jazelle's first year photographer. She is absolutely gorgeous and so sweet, I can't wait for her 3 month session. It's going to be a fun year!</div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">My favorite shot of the day. I love this chair and the light... she looks like a doll.<img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jazblog/jaz01.jpg" /></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Eyelash envy, anyone?</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jazblog/jaz02.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jazblog/jaz03.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jazblog/jaz04.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jazblog/jaz05.jpg" /><br /><br /><div><div style="text-align: center;">Love, love, love</div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jazblog/jaz06.jpg" /></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center; ">Aahhh, I just love the way Karl and Rachelle look at each other. They are so in love with each other, and are such beautifully natural parents.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jazblog/jaz07.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">I love me some color and chubby cheeks. </div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/jazblog/jaz08.jpg" /><br /></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-2608514233724979717?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-48508769760341137022009-07-05T01:11:00.000-07:002009-07-05T23:25:50.691-07:00<div><i>Dear Michelle,</i></div><div><i><br /></i></div><div><i>Have I mentioned how madly in love I am with you? You took me to Yosemite to photograph your amazing wedding - that was awesome. And then you agreed to slap on some red cowgirl boots and hike through the fields of Yosemite just for the sake of cool photos?! That was ridiculously awesome! I wish you got married every weekend...</i></div><div><i><br /></i></div><div><i>P.S. Next time I hike through a field in a skirt and sandals remind me to bring bug spray.... 1 million mosquito bites on my legs does not feel good. </i></div><div><br /></div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/ttdblog/ttd01.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/ttdblog/ttd02.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/ttdblog/ttd03.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/ttdblog/ttd04.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/ttdblog/ttd05.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/ttdblog/ttd06.jpg" /><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-4850876976034113702?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-865890299824597337.post-38800600297417388792009-07-04T17:34:00.000-07:002009-07-04T19:49:16.914-07:00Michelle always knew she'd get married in Yosemite. As a child she fell in love with the trees, the waterfalls, the crisp air... she just needed to fall in love with the guy. Then Eric came along and her big plans became a reality with a beautifully simple outdoor ceremony at the <a href="http://www.yosemitepark.com/Accommodations_TheAhwahnee.aspx">Ahwahnee Hotel</a>. Surrounded by close friends and family, Eric and Michelle celebrated with lots of laughs and tears, amazing food, live music... and tequila shots.<div><br /></div><div>{ hair &amp; makeup - <a href="http://www.bellissimobrides.com/">Bellissimo</a></div><div>{ flowers - <a href="http://www.sweetpickinsflorist.com/">Sweet Pickins</a></div><div>{ live music - <a href="http://www.sierraent.com/index.html">Sierra Entertainment</a></div><div><br /></div><div>Ooh, I almost forgot! We trashed her dress the day after... I'll post those photos in the next few days... they're my favorite! </div><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/michblog/mich001.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/michblog/mich002.jpg" /><br /><br /><div><div style="text-align: center;">I love the way Michelle's mom was just gazing at her... she was so proud and excited.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/michblog/mich003.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/michblog/mich004.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">As soon as Michelle saw Eric at the alter she just started giggling. </div><div style="text-align: center;">She was so nervous, happy, and excited all at the same time.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/michblog/mich005.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/michblog/mich006.jpg" /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Michelle and Eric couldn't have picked a more beautiful place to get married.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/michblog/mich007.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">My super-spy shot.</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/michblog/mich008.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">The boys snuck up on them in the field in the middle of their shoot- such a cute moment. </div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/michblog/mich009.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/michblog/mich010.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Everywhere you looked there was another gorgeous place to shoot...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/michblog/mich011.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Troy LOVED it when I pointed my camera at him... what more could I have asked for?</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/michblog/mich012.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">This cake was sooooo delicious! Red velvet with cream cheese filling. </div><div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/michblog/mich013.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">The first dance...</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/michblog/mich014.jpg" /><br /><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">And last, but not least- my favorite shot of the day </div><div style="text-align: center;">(so far anyway, I'm sure when I look through the other photos I'll change my mind a million more times :-)</div><img src="http://amandapatrice.com/blog/michblog/mich015.jpg" /><br /></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/865890299824597337-3880060029741738879?l=alynnphotography.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Amanda Patricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17854136766300821661noreply@blogger.com5