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12.16.09

Melissa has an awesome son - Jackson. Melissa also has great style and ideas, like shooting their portraits in a Christmas tree lot. WIN!!!

I don't think Jack sat still for more than 2 seconds, but we had a really good time chasing him around the lot with a camera. He tied himself up in twine, tied his mother up in twine, tied me up with caution tape, tried to squirt me with the hose, and hid behind the Christmas trees. We had a great time.

I posted the last image because I think it is hilarious. Jack was running all over the place and then started to hide from me under his mom's dress. Then he started to run. Then the fabric put him to stop. Then I snapped the photo. WIN WIN!!!!

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Jared:

Hahaha! that last one is hilarious!

(12.16.09)

Liese:

Melissa and Jack are my favorite!

(12.17.09)

shauna:

haaaa...u captured jack perfect!! oh and melissa is cute too....

(12.17.09)

sister:

i love these pix! jackson and henry would be best friends if they lived near each other.

(12.18.09)

robyn:

i adore every shot.

(12.20.09)

jon:

oh man that last photo is EPIC

great all around. melissa's gorgeous and her son is a keeper it appears. :)

(12.20.09)

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my attorney

12.12.09

My attorney, my legal counsel, an esquire of the law and my friend. A lot like Bob Loblaw, but se habla espanol.

Do not mess with me, or this guy will tear you apart in court. Last time I checked, Stanford had quite the law school. You've all been warned.

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If I worked for a law firm, this is what I'd want my Bio picture to look like.

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skid row photography los angeles

12.01.09

Ever heard of Skid Row? Or better yet, ever been there? It's an area of Downtown Los Angeles that is home to 7,000 - 8,000 homeless people. I've always wanted to visit this "unsafe" area and photograph the people and landscapes. I'm intrigued by the subculture and way of life these thousands of people call home.

This excursion was probably not the best idea I've had. [insert mental image of a white boy walking around in Nike sneakers and cut-off shorts with a big camera and lens] - you get the idea. Luckily, I came away unharmed and only got yelled at a few times. I will be going back soon. Wanna come? Jessica was brave enough...

I was quickly reminded of the fortunate life I have been given. May we all remember how fortunate and blessed we are during this Christmas season.

Here's a peek into the life of Los Angeles' homeless who live on Skid Row.

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A.Sco down low:

skid row pics. some of my favorites. looks like such a colorful place. count me in next time.

(12.15.09)

Leah:

thanks for taking these photos. i especially appreciate the up close ones of the people. very poignant.

(01.20.10)

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carlsbad family portrait photography - austin-healey sprite

11.02.09

Remember the Hurst Family?? Well they have a new addition to the family - as Austin Healey Sprite Mark I Bugeye. It's a rad little car and made for the perfect prop to use in their family Christmas card portrait.

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Audrey Crisp:

MIKE! You rock! I am just now again seeing your blog and I love ALL of your sweet work! You are gifted dude! : )

(11.04.09)

lisa Trent:

Where is the light on the car comin from...

(11.06.09)

Mike - Father of the Blog:

Lisa - I used one light manually triggered and shot into an umbrella camera right. Notice the direction of the shadows falling off their legs.

(11.06.09)

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las vegas photography - treese family

10.15.09

Ten years ago I met a great friend. That friend now has a beautiful wife, an even more beautiful daughter, and a son that will join the clan in January. They are an awesome family and I'm so lucky to know them. We snapped a few quick shots on Sunday morning before I left and I'm glad we did. Check it.

Little Tessa just melts my heart. If she were my daughter, I'd buy her anything she wanted. All she would have to do is look at me and smile and I'd gladly hand over the wallet. I'm screwed.

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Liese:

Ok, she's pretty much the most adorable thing I've ever seen!

(10.16.09)

erikka:

um.. i want her. she is soo adorable!

(10.16.09)

Mam:

PRICELESS! You should have a dozen kids. Luvs.

(10.16.09)

mel mor:

holy crap.. that little girl is ADORABLE

(10.20.09)

carly crandall:

oh my, just when you think that lil baby burrito couldn't have gotten any cuter. she's a little heartbreaker in the makes for sure - aka cody's worst nightmare ;) i love it.

(10.20.09)

Ashly Lark:

LOVE these. Tessa is getting so old....and is absolutely beautiful. Who knew Cody could produce such a cutie...thank goodness Nikki's beautiful genes are strong!! JK Cody, JK.

(10.21.09)

Brooke:

You three are just stunning! Love these pics, great work!!

(11.01.09)

Portmore:

Chode...thanks for the link, as getting to see these pics is priceless! I can totally hear you laughing, as I look at that photo of you and your lovely Tessa. Can't wait for the next one to arrive...Happy Birthday again, and tell the Mrs's we send our love!

(11.18.09)

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