{monday moments}

{friday photo tips}

Remember, there doesn't have to be a special occasion for you to have your portraits taken, but if you need one there are plenty of reasons why, so don't wait any longer. Portraits make great gifts and capture a special time in your life no matter when it is, even if there is no occasion! ;-)

{joy + cory | portrait | film + lace + vintage cameras | malibu}

I am so excited to finally share this post with everyone! This was the inspiration shoot for Aldo and mine holiday card and I have to say it is by far my favorite. Joy and Cory were our lovely couple and were so sweet together. Jen of Nunn Better Design styled our gorgeous duo and Gianna of Chic Celebrations worked her magic on bringing everything together. Susie Chhour did make-up and hair and Calligraphy by Katrina did the beautiful cards for the camera labels. I love everything about this love session. The film and lace strips, cute frames and display of cameras. Joy + Cory are so cute and were perfect match for this inspired shoot! Check out our feature on Ruffled!

It has been an exciting month, so be sure to stay tuned for more posts! And if you liked this post wait until you see the wedding shoot that was inspired by this session! Amazing!

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{press | ruffled | diy | film + lace + camera inspiration}

Wow, two features on two amazing blogs in one week. I love it! I am very excited to share our four part feature on Ruffled. So much inspiration and DIY projects to enjoy! This is by far my favorite shoot. Lace, film and vintage cameras all rolled into a beautiful wedding inspired shoot. And the team was outstanding, a dream team! I can't get enough of this shoot!

Lace and Film Wedding

Event Venue: Monk Space / Wedding Photographer: Krista Mason / Event Designer: Gianna SanFilippo of Chic Celebrations / Wedding Flowers: Heavenly Blooms / Wedding Cupcakes: Cupcakes Couture / Furniture Rentals:Found Vintage Rentals / Flatware, China, Glassware: Casa de Perrin / Wedding Invitations: AzulSahara / Calligraphy:The Left Handed Calligrapher

Lace and Film Love Shoot

Wedding Photographer: Krista Mason Photography / Event Designer: Chic Celebrations / Calligrapher: Calligraphy Katrina and Maison du Papier / Makeup Artist: Susie Chhuor Hair | Makeup / Personal Stylist: Nunn Better Design

DIY Film Roll Place Cards

DIY Photo Table Runner

{friday photo tip}

Carnivals and fairs are a fun and colorful location to have your family portraits, engagement session or even a couple session! This time of year they are popping up everywhere for spring and summer. We love carnivals, if anyone is interested in a session at a carnival, let us know. Mention this post and receive a free 11X14!

{press | style me pretty | spanish inspiration}

I  am so ecstatic that we were featured on Style Me Pretty California yesterday. It is such an honor to be featured on one of the top wedding blogs and I am just over the moon about it. This Spanish inspired shoot was to die for and the team was exceptional. It was such a privilege to work with an amazing group. Love the style and inspiration from this Spanish shoot and couldn't be happier! Stay tuned next week for our full post of images. View full feature post here.

Photography: Krista Mason Photography / Venue: Villa Mara Malibu in Malibu, California / Event Design: Brooke Avishay of Orange Blossom Special Events / Floral Design: Susan Tom-Nellis of Peony & Plum Floral Design / Invitations: Christy Heng of Orange Blossom Special Events / Wedding Cake:Sarah Schreckengaust / Furniture Rental: Archive Vintage Rentals / Wedding Dress: Tashina Hunter ofMiss Tashina / Hair + Makeup: Emily Dawn Artisty / Jewelry: Jenny Dayco / Model: Felicia Nott

{thursday treats}

Left: Love the layers in this dress and the gorgeous back! via Fashion Empire. Top Center: What a fun shot and dress. Love the movement and flow of the image. Top Right: Gorgeous bouquet made by the bride and bridesmaids via ruffled. So soft and beautiful! Bottom Center: OMG....how cute are these bow-ties. I find them so adorable on the little ones. Bottom Right: A very cute and sweet shot for an engagement session. Love the snow!

{monday moments}

{friday photo tip}

Be true to you and your personalities. Whether it is an engagement session, wedding or portrait, make sure if reflects your personalities. Props or no props, even the location should reflect you. The session will have so much more meaning.

{thursday treats}

Left: Beautiful dress, just wish I knew who the designer was! via Dust Jacket Attic. Top Center: Cute lace cupcakes, so adorable! via Style Me Pretty. Top Right: A few of my favorite flowers peonies and ranunculus to make this gorgeous bouquet. via Martha Stewart Weddings. Bottom Center: What a fantastic idea for globes, Aldo would love this in his library room (one day), lol. Bottom Right: Love the rustic wood look, on cakes, as place cards, just love it! via Southern Weddings.

{thursday treats}

Left: Gorgeous beading on the soft romantic dress. Photo via Perfect Bound blog. Top Center: My favorite, well second favorite next to peonies, ranunculus, love them in white! via Style Me Pretty. Top Right: Love this hair style and head band via Brides. Bottom Center: Fabulous shoes, so beautiful, I want! via Style Me Pretty. Bottom Right: I want to live here! Beautiful light and style. Dream home!

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