8twenty8 Studios

Jo & Paul - Wedding

2010-04-16T18:36:00.000-07:00

We were asked to drive out to Las Vegas, fly in a helicopter to the Grand Canyon, and have a cowboy adventure for this Western themed wedding. We got some amazing photographs, check 'em out!

Becki & Dave - Wedding

2010-04-16T18:22:00.000-07:00

Becki and Dave got married at one of the most interesting venues we've ever photographed, Deer Park Winery in Escondido. This venue was full of classic cars, and with the classic attire, you couldn't ask for more of a photographic opportunity. Enjoy the photos.

Jessica & Marcus - Engagement

2010-04-07T14:45:00.000-07:00

I met Jessica and Marcus at the Bridal Bazaar about 9 months ago. I knew from the moment I talked with them that they were going to be a blast to work with. To make things more interesting Jessica called me saying that her father was allowing us to use his '67 Mustang for the shoot. My eyes lit up. I think we got some of the most creative stuff to date, and a HUGE thank you goes out to Andrew (one of our lead photographers) for tagging along and getting some more awesome shots!

Diana & Beau - Engagement

2010-03-30T18:41:00.000-07:00

Diana and Beau chose to do their engagement session in one of the most beautiful spots in San Diego...La Jolla. Throw in a perfect day, two GREAT personalities, and an adorable Damon, and you're guaranteed to get some awesome photographs. Check 'em out and let us know what you think!

Grand Canyon

2010-03-05T22:41:00.000-08:00

Louise and I were fortunate enough to shoot a wedding that was located in the Grand Canyon. We drove out to Las Vegas the night before and the following morning I was flown by helicopter out to the canyon. UNBELIEVABLE! After the entire day of shooting the wedding we were able to snap some personal shots for ourselves. This is a glimpse of what we got....

Holly & Daniel - Engagement

2010-02-21T11:54:00.000-08:00

Holly, Louise's good friend, asked us to photograph her and her fiance up in Temecula at his parent's home. Talk about a unique area. Boulders the size of cars and houses made for amazing photographs! Also, their neighbors let us borrow their home which had a fantastic garden and an amazing back yard. Check out the photos and let me know what you think!

Shereen & Rick - Wedding

2010-02-19T23:30:00.000-08:00

Shereen and Rick are two of the funnest most laid back couples I've ever worked with. And, the fact that she wanted to add in a trash the dress session immediately after her wedding made for an exciting day! The whole day was about as good as a wedding can get, and the photos...well, see for yourself. :-)

Lindsey & Steve - Engagement

2010-02-15T18:06:00.000-08:00

Lindsey and Steve flew all the way from Vegas just for the chance to work with me! Actually, I wasn't the ONLY reason but we did have a great time during the shoot. Going from the harbor to the airport to Coronado and then down town, we were sure to get some amazing shots. And we did! Check 'em out...

Lindsey & Nick - Wedding

2010-02-09T13:42:00.000-08:00

As a second shooter I was allowed a little more creativity. This is what I came up with. LOVE IT!

Kristin & Dave - Engagement

2010-02-02T18:07:00.000-08:00

Kristin and Dave's engagement session wasn't exactly as planned. We were gonna start with their house by the beach and head towards the O-side pier. Unfortunately, a crazy rain storm prevented us from doing ANYTHING outdoors. So, we pulled out some studio lights and had fun indoors! Lots of fun, and what a fun couple! Can't wait to work with them again!

Amy & John - Engagement

2010-02-02T18:03:00.001-08:00

The only way you can make Balboa Park more fun is by taking Amy and John down there for an engagement session. Amy, being extremely shy in front of the camera, finally let loose and the pictures turned out fantastic! I love the colors and had a hard time getting it to 15 shots...so here's 17. :-)

Cecy & Tony - Wedding

2010-02-02T12:47:00.000-08:00

Cecy and Tony had the all around classic wedding. Starting in the Hard Rock Hotel and moving to Balboa Park followed with a ceremony at Donovan's Steak house, it just doesn't get much more fun than that! Pictures turned out GORGEOUS and I hope you enjoy them too!

Melissa & Kevin - Wedding

2009-12-27T10:23:00.000-08:00

Talk about a bride who has her priorities straight. They say it's good luck to have it rain on your wedding day, and Melissa seemed to find a way to make it true. Not only did BOTH of her venues get cancelled because of the rain, shooting outside was a little more difficult because, well, she didn't want to get soaked. Even after all of this she realized the most important part of the day was about her marrying the man of her dreams, and that is what would make this her dream wedding. Pictures turned out fantastic, and I'm truly happy for this amazing couple.

To view the entire session click HERE

Corrie Family

2009-12-10T10:48:00.000-08:00

It's been awhile since I've had the chance to work with Gina, Antony, and Milo. Too long in fact. :-) And, this time they have a new member in their family, Cassian! Not only are the kids adorable, they were full of energy and a blast to photograph. It was too hard to get them narrowed down to the usual 10 pictures, so you'll just have to deal with the cuteness of 27! Enjoy!

Ashley & Patrick - Engagement

2009-12-08T22:49:00.001-08:00

Balboa Park is beautiful and when you have a couple as fun as Ashley and Patrick, you're guaranteed to get some great shots. Add in another great photographer, Andrew, and you'll get spectacular. Thanks for an awesome session you three!

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Holidays at the Wirick's

2009-12-08T09:28:00.000-08:00

Kids love cameras. And Will loves mine! He was probably the best model I've used in awhile. ;-)

Ashley & Charles - Engagement

2009-11-24T20:21:00.000-08:00

This engagement session was waited for with great anticipation. Since Charles is currently deployed on the other side of the world, it was almost as if I was capturing the first meeting between these two amazing people. Thank you Charles for your service to this country, and I only hope that my photographs can capture the love you two so passionately share.

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Devonne & Travis - Engagement

2009-11-23T20:05:00.000-08:00

Devonne and Travis were SO MUCH FUN to work with! With a beautiful sunset, gorgeous couple, and some amazing talent, the shoot turned out to be a VERY artistic and successful one. Not to mention, the couple was willing to get soaked! A special thanks to Louise and Janalyn for making this shoot a blast.

To view the entire session click HERE

Shereen & Richard - Engagement

2009-11-21T19:39:00.000-08:00

Setting up for an engagement session in La Jolla, Shereen and Richard were fun from the get-go. Willing to do anything, and doing just that, we were able to capture some really cool stuff. Check 'em out and let me know what you think!

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Heidi & Brandon - Engagement

2009-11-20T22:15:00.000-08:00

Heidi and Brandon were SO MUCH FUN to work with. Their personalities just scream "fun" and they were just that. Easy to talk to and even easier to work with, Heidi and Brandon made this an easy shoot. Pictures look fantastic also!

To view the entire session click HERE.

Amanda & Jose - Anniversary Shoot

2009-11-18T21:55:00.000-08:00

Okay...A little backstory for this one...

Amanda and Jose are long time friends of ours (Amanda is my most highly recommended florist - www.botanicallure.com). Any way, they wanted to do an anniversary session for their Christmas card this year, but she had a VERY specific theme in mind. Thus, the "Twilight" forest on the hills of Balboa Park, made for an AWESOME twist in your standard engagement session. Plus, she's a florist, so of course flowers were involved. ;-)

I think the photos turned out AMAZING and it's always nice to see another couple, who have been married, and are still truly in love.

Thanks you two!

To view the entire session click HERE.

Jessica & Kevin - Engagement

2009-11-17T21:36:00.000-08:00

I love cowboy hats, and with Kevin's hat this session become more fun. The silhouette with the sunburst coming through his hat is one of my favorite pictures of all time. Add in the fun personalities, and playfulness of this couple, you couldn't ask for a better session.

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Michelle & Mike - Engagement

2009-11-07T21:27:00.000-08:00

Talk about a great session! Mike brought along his Mustang and with such a beautiful car we HAD to make the photos terrific. And, we think they are! Check 'em out and a special thanks to Andrew Sherman for helping me to make this session fantastic.

To view the entire session click HERE

Chad & Michele - Engagement

2009-06-06T22:30:00.000-07:00

Chad and Michele are long time friends of ours. When Chad FINALLY proposed to Michele, pigs flew, and all was right in the world. :-) This 2 and 1/2 hour engagement session seemed to be gone in a blink of an eye. Too much fun. Too many good times. I can't wait to shoot their wedding. :0)