Luke of all Trades! ~ Brophy College Preparatory High School Senior Session

BIG CONGRATS go out to this promising high school senior as he starts college this fall in either Alabama or Texas.  He has some wonderful choices, and I know he's going to do big things.  I call him a "Luke of all Trades" as there is nothing he doesn't do....

He is Brophy's Student Council President, a varsity sprinter for the track team, an accomplished photographer and videographer, an eagle scout, an exemplary student, a big brother mentor, and a piano player!!!  Wow!  I am not sure when he has time to sleep, but he is obviously doing something right, and my guess is that he will continue to do so.  

He was an absolute pleasure to work with during his portrait session, and I am excited to see where his adventures go.  No doubt, we will see great things.

Here are some of my favorites.

Good Luck, Luke!

Zack's Fabulous Bar Mitzvah ~ Sonata's Event in Scottsdale

I LOVE photographing Bar/Bat Mitzvahs!  It is one of the most beautiful ceremonies I have ever witnessed.  The commitment to prepare for a bar/bat mitzvah requires lots of hard work by the young man or lady who is being honored.  The joy of family, tradition, and celebration are an absolutely wonderful thing to witness.  

This was Zack's big day!  He celebrated at Sonata's, a beautiful venue in North Scottsdale with family friends and lots of festivities.  I love this fun family as they always put on a special event honoring this meaningful tradition.  Please enjoy these favorites from Zack's special day!  Mazel tov!

Papago Park Has It All! ~ Brophy College Prep Senior Session

 I really enjoy photographing high school seniors as they are our world's next generation of leaders and future go-getters!  Meet Brogan, one outstanding young man who makes me think of the One Republic song, I Lived, because he does it all.  He has been a lacrosse player, a wrestler, and is currently a rugby player.  He also helps organize service projects to help those in need, has great grades, and will attend school in London this fall.  In his spare time, he loves to hike and is an avid kart racer.  I'm not sure when he has time to sleep, but he sure does pack a lot into one day!  I know his adventures will expose him to amazing things, and it was a pleasure getting to know him during our photo shoot.

For our session, we went all over Papago Park and took advantage of all the beautiful backdrops it has to offer.  Here are some of my favorites!

Congratulations, Brogan!  Good luck!

Urban to Desert ~ Class of 2018 Senior Session

One of the coolest things about living in Arizona is that you can be downtown in the warehouse district's urban setting photographing a talented and successful high school senior, then drive a short 7 miles to the glorious desert for pictures at sunset!  I always enjoy working with high school seniors as they are getting ready for their next adventure to begin and are up for anything!  Meet Luke, one of  Brophy College Preparatory's super accomplished young men in wrestling, academics, and leadership.  He embarks on a two-year mission following graduation to Portugal and then will go on to college from there.  He was a pleasure to work with, and I expect we will see great things from him in the future.  Good luck, Luke!

Here are some of my favorites from his session.

Gorgeous Family Foursome at Mount Claret ~Arcadia Family Portrait Session

When your amazing photographer friend asks you to capture her own beautiful family portraits, you say, "Absolutely YES!!!"  I love photographing this family!  Not only are they one of the most photogenic group of humans you will ever see, they are the sweetest family to work with during a photo session.  We decided on the wonderfully secluded Mount Claret this year right at the base of Camelback Mountain.  With serene grounds, beautiful architecture, breathtaking views, and friendly staff,  this venue was a perfect choice.  Here are some of my favorites from this session:).