Einstein's Big Fat Greek Wedding Gala

Wow, what a blast to the past. The Hall of Champions in Balboa Park was decorated like a late 80's Greek  wedding, including the blue and white icing and fountain decorating the cake, grecian statuary with flower arrangements filled with blue carnations, babies breath and white lilies. And of course the attendees were decked out in their ruffled shirts, big hair, bright bridesmaid dresses and the occasional greek god and goddess.

Of course, the auction to raise money for the school was a big success. There were so many amazing items to bid on and I know the committee worked very hard to put together this wonderful evening.

I personally had the feeling I was back in time because it just so happened that two of my favorite vendors from when I was photographing weddings every weekend in the 80s and 90s, DJ Toby Russell from Eventavision and florist Jinna from Thomas Bike Shop, were volunteering their talents as well.

Thanks for everyone that signed up for my "Buy it Now" the portrait session. Please contact me asap at 619-233-9390 to validate the certificate.

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A Beautiful Day for Portraits in Sacramento

 I spent a week out of town last fall photographing some very special people including this sweet family. This was such a fun session full of giggles and hugs and love. It was so nice to have different locations than my favorite areas in San Diego. Don't worry, I do have some secret spots for fall colors in town when requested.  I am so grateful that my long time clients (ie frequent flyers) the Jones Family, introduced me to their friends.  What an honor to be trusted with such precious memories!

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A Beautiful Day to Celebrate the Clearity Foundation

"Someone Lived" was the theme of the first annual fundraiser for the Clearity Foundation http://www.clearityfoundation.org/, which is an organization dedicated to changing the paradigm for ovarian cancer treatment in hope of providing more cures today. The founder, Dr. Laura Shawver as well as Dr. Brodgette Duggan and Helen Gardner were honored for their involvement in this wonderful quest to improve treatment options for patients.

The weather was perfect, the location at a the home of Rachel Leheny and Ed Scheibler in Rancho Sante Fe was beyond gorgeous and the food by DK Catering was delicious to look at as well as taste. Cool music, flowers and great people made it a very special night. I was grateful to be a part of this event, photographing and meeting so many generous and caring individuals.

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Museum School Fundraiser in Black And White

The theme was black and white, the location was perfect at the Museum of Photographic arts, the guests were fun and friendly, the food by Huapangos Mexican Cuisine was yummy and the music spun from vinyl set the tone for a great evening. There were so many wonderful auction items and I know everyone had a great time! A special shout out goes to all of the amazing student art available at the silent auction.

And I was thrilled to have my photograph on display at MOPA...even though it was just for one night. Thanks to Phil Beaumont and the Museum School for allowing me to be a part of this fun evening!
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ConnectMed Gala- Great Location, Great Event, Great Cause

The Great Hall on the UCSD campus was a stunning location for The ConnectMed's Annual Winter Fundraiser for 2012. It is such a great organization founded by Dr. Amanda Gosman who, along with a team of volunteers provide life-changing facial surgeries for children in need as well as much needed follow up care.

There were tempting treats of all sorts in the silent and live auction, great music, food and a room full of delightful and caring people. Oh...and lots of adorable children I loved photographing including Justin and Amada's precious baby girl.

I am so excited to meet with the guests that donated by signing up for the portrait package in the silent auction. I am happy to offer a few more sessions for the $100 donation if there are guests that would still like the $500 value package by contacting me at 619 233-9390. Can't wait to meet and photograph these wonderful families.
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My First Beloved Session

A beloved session is different from a portrait session where the main goal is the finished portraits. Beloved is an experience. It is a celebration of love, of connection, of what is true between two hearts. The "invites" allow couples to connect in fun ways and tender ways,

 rediscover the bond and delight that brought them together

 in the first place.

Janene and David are so special and were willing to let me into the heart of their love story. 25 years together and they still seem like newlyweds. When he talks about her you can't help but feel that this is the fairy tail love we (or at least I) always dreamed of.

Imagine...

imagine you and I designing a customized portrait 

that will be perfect in your home and tell the story of your life at this moment in time…

and imagine your family having a great time during the session, laughing, holding each other, walking together, and seeing your children through my eyes as I record the preciousness of the relationships I see using my camera and artist's eye…

then imagine viewing these special images 

projected onto a screen and seeing my view 

of what is true and beautiful about you or your family,

and feeling so touched that a tear rolls down your face…

…now imagine your eye falling on these images as beautifully framed art displayed in your home 

(maybe over your sofa or mantle) and how 

your heart smiles each time you look at them…

…finally, imagine 30 years from now. Your family is gathered for a holiday meal and someone looks at the portrait then at your grandchild and says "wow, she looks so much like your daughter at this age" 

and you are so grateful to have taken the time 

and invested in this family treasure.

This is my goal, my passion and my dream for every family I work with, to offer this once in a lifetime experience, create art for your home and record a moment in time that will never return.

Thank you for imagining with me and for finding out how I can provide this experience for you,

Luci