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  • Hello Gorgeous!

    I've been a photographer ever since I got my hands on my moms camera. When I was a kid, I sold wrapping paper and cards out of a catalog to get my very own first camera and pay for the film, flash and developing. I remember how exciting it was to go pick up a roll of film and see how the images turned out. I used to dress up my sister and cousins and make them model for me. I would even cut out ads from my moms magazine and put them in a "portfolio". Photography isn't a job for me. It's who I am and how I see the world.

    I love capturing memories. Whether it's a big event or the everday moments, I want to remember everything. And I do that through pictures.

    Thanks for stopping by!

    <3 Raquel

Lady Grey Styling Secrets :: A Styled Wedding Shoot

I recently had the pleasure of attending the Secrets of a Stylist workshop for photographers hosted by Summer Watkins of Grey Likes Weddings.

 

Vendor credits:

Makeup: Melina Ruiz & Amy Clarke
Rentals: Storied Rentals
Stationery: Megan Gonzalez of MaeMae Paperie
Bridesmaid dresses: Nordstrom and Forever 21
Groom’s Suit: H&M
Models: Brand Talent

Tara & Shane :: Lemoore Engagement Photographer

Tara and Shane both grew up on dairies so we started out their engagement session around Tara’s parents dairy where they also produce the BEST cheese!  Definitely check out Dairy Goddess Farmstead Cheese - my favorite is the Azores cheese but there are so many yummy ones!  We then headed out to Tara and Shane’s house which is right in the middle of an orchard!  Can’t wait to celebrate their big day with them this November.

Amelia & Greg :: Visalia Engagement Photographer

Amelia and Greg were the winners of my engagement shoot giveaway from the Visalia Bridal Show!  We spent the afternoon exploring the Kaweah Oak Preserve.

Mother’s Day Gift Sets

Need help deciding what to get your mom or wife this Mother’s Day?  I’ve putting together some amazing gift sets that EVERY mom would love!

Jewel Kade photo charm must be ordered by April 26th or a gift certificate will be issued.

Lisa & Peter :: Fresno Wedding Photographer

 

Lisa and Peter were married in a traditional Catholic ceremony at Holy Spirit Catholic Church in Fresno, California with a reception following at the Fort Washington Country Club.