Ever meet someone for the first time and after chatting it up, it feels like you've known that person for years?!  Well that's exactly how it was when I met Herb a few years back.  Herb actually knew both Lauren and I even before we were dating so that should give you an idea of how much he knows us =)  Long story short, we were super honored and stoked that he asked us to shoot his wedding.  What's crazy was that we didn't get to meet Rachel until the day of the shoot!  Talk about pressure!!  =)  Regardless, they were both awesome in front of our cameras and we had a blast!  And Rachel, you looked great! Here are some of our favorites... When we shoot Engagement Sessions we always ask our couples bring at least one prop...in this case PROP = Marley! =) One of the reasons why we loved this shoot so much was because almost all the images had such a "real" feeling to it. To Rachel + Herb...you guys were awesome and we couldn't be happier for you two!!  We love you guys and we'll see you in a few weeks! ****CLICK HERE FOR RACHEL+HERB'S ENGAGEMENT SESSION SLIDESHOW*****

 John and I were ssooo excited to shoot with Karen + Joe. From the first time we met them, we knew we were a match made in Starbucks... or in heaven! She is all things handmade and He is all things Twilight... at least according to me and Karen :) but what an awesome recipe for such a cool couple! The session was in Downtown Orange which was totally awesome. We also shot a day early due to weather but was totally cool because we were able to shoot literally until there was no sun left. With hair and make-up provided... props were ready to go and we were off to start shooting! What Downtown Orange is filled with... Vintage Charm with a Modern Mix! Did I mention she was all things handmade Isn't this just so sexy!!! I love it! But my favorite shot of the day... Super Spicy! Karen + Joe... thank you for being such sports and ready to do anything... see you in three weeks! **********CLICK HERE FOR KAREN+JOE'S ENGAGEMENT SLIDESHOW********** ----------------------- We're still booking weddings for 2009/2010.  If you have any questions shoot us an email at Weddings@johnlauren.com

After posting the photos yesterday of Stephanie+Saxon, my designer friend (the one that helped me design our new Storyline page) emailed me a photo with a little added touch... He said this photo looks like it could be part of Banana Republic's new ad campaign..haha.  I actually kind of like it =)  what you think?! haha

One of the things that's always important in our world of photography is to constantly be shooting.  Like any craft, instrument or sport, the more you practice or do what you love, the better you get.  So as we strolled into the new year without hardly noticing (thanks to Haydn) one of the first things we wanted to do was put together a shoot to start getting our creative juices going again.  Come early Feb, thanks to our assistant Christian, we were able to schedule a weekend, find a couple more than willing to be our models, pin down a location and make some cool new friends all at the same time! =) Meet Stephanie and Saxon ...definitely one of the coolest couples we've been blessed to have crossed paths with!  We have to admit though, after working with these two, we're totally bummed we won't be shooting their wedding but regardless, we know they're going to look great in their photos =) To Stephanie and Saxon, thanks again for being our models...we had a blast with you guys!  So when's sushi?!! =) Here are two of our favorites from the day followed by a link to their Engagement Story.  Enjoy!! =) There's more pics from their shoot at the link below... ****************CLICK HERE FOR THEIR ENTIRE ENGAGEMENT STORY************** ----------------------- On a side note, we're still booking weddings for 2009/2010.  If you have any questions shoot us an email at Weddings@johnlauren.com

Engagement Sessions are such a big part of what we do that they're included in all our Wedding Packages.  Why?!  For a few reasons... 1. It's an endless train track of creative possibilities.  We typically shoot at two locations when we have our Engagement Sessions and the best part about it is anything can happen!  We've been lucky enough to have had couples give us a lot of creative freedom and we love it! =) 2. It allow us to get to know our couples even better!  Whether its an early morning  or a late afternoon start time, two to three hours with our couples typically do that! =) 3. This is probably the most important reason of all...it gives the soon to be Bride and Groom some first hand experience with having our cameras pointed in their direction...before their Wedding day!!!  Unless you're a professional model, having your photos taken can definitely be intimidating!  Trust us, we know!  I totally remember feeling all jittery once we knew we were starting..."what do i do?!" "where do i stand?!" "Oh man, i think he's taking my picture right now!!!" hahah.  All those thoughts can run rapid so for this reason, Engagement Sessions with our couples are a HUGE deal! =)  There's nothing more important to us than to get our couples to a certain comfort level with our cameras. 4. Did I mention, it's a super fun time?!  Our soon to be brides get their hair and make-up done by a pro and best of all, they get to bring and wear anything they want! Ok so enough of my ranting...here are some of our favorite Engagement photos of 2008! It's really a hard decision but we really, REALLY love this image!! ___________________________________ To inquire about availability, packaging/pricing, email us at Weddings@johnlauren.com For general questions/comments: John@johnlauren.com or Lauren@johnlauren.com