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James • Lifestyle Photos

Hey Friends! In the midst of wedding season and the work that comes along with that, it’s so nice to take a little creative break and shoot a whole session in a new way.  My friend James needed new images for his website and social media outlets.  He wanted photos with a super moody feel which is […]

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Murrieta Town Square Park Portraits • Lexi

  Hello Friends! I come to you with some amazing shots of my beautiful little sister, Lexi!  This shoot was looooong overdue as it was her high school FRESHMAN session…the school year is almost done.. #fail.  But better late than never!  Last week, we finally found room in our schedule to do this thing!  We […]

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ABOUT Justin

I've always been drawn to all things creative, but didn't pick up a camera until my senior year in high school to document a trip my friends and I were taking to San Francisco.  I had no idea how to correctly work my camera, but instantly fell in love with the concept of capturing moments in an artistic way.  I became obsessed with photographing anything and anyone willing to get in front of my lens.  Still lifes, landscapes, pets, people.  People.  What started out as a passion for photography quickly turned into a passion for people and the love they share.  I can't put words to the feeling of capturing fleeting moments, celebratory tears, warm embraces,  or loving glances.  What I can say is how incredibly fulfilling photographing weddings all over the west coast for the past twelve  years has been.  I'm thrilled to have you here and can't wait to work with you!   

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Sheremiah’s 18th Birthday Celebration!

  About a month ago, I had the awesome opportunity of shooting one of my best friend’s birthday party!  Now, this wasn’t just any birthday…This was Sheremiah’s 18th birthday, Debutant, Celebration!  haha! Take a look at all of the fun!

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Old Town Temecula Portraits • Danielle

  Hello Friends! I had the opportunity to take some head shots of Danielle, an up and coming actress and singer.

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BEHIND THE LENS

ABOUT Justin

I've always been drawn to all things creative, but didn't pick up a camera until my senior year in high school to document a trip my friends and I were taking to San Francisco.  I had no idea how to correctly work my camera, but instantly fell in love with the concept of capturing moments in an artistic way.  I became obsessed with photographing anything and anyone willing to get in front of my lens.  Still lifes, landscapes, pets, people.  People.  What started out as a passion for photography quickly turned into a passion for people and the love they share.  I can't put words to the feeling of capturing fleeting moments, celebratory tears, warm embraces,  or loving glances.  What I can say is how incredibly fulfilling photographing weddings all over the west coast for the past twelve  years has been.  I'm thrilled to have you here and can't wait to work with you!   

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Classy & Sophisticated Meets Romantic & Whimsical • Styled Shoot

  Hello Friends! So today, I FINALLY bring you something that’s been under the covers for A YEAR!  Can you believe it!?  This is a styled shoot I shot last January and I’m so excited to share it with you guys! Everything about this shoot was flawless.  The location, the light, the models, THAT CUSTOM […]

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