As featured on Style Me Pretty!

Weddings | February 17, 2012

We adore Style Me Pretty and are so flattered that they have chosen to feature two of our weddings recently!



To check out the full blog posts for these amazing weddings, click here and here!
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Nicholas Canyon Beach Engagement Photos

February 15, 2012
I love new locations. I had never shot at this beach before and am so glad that this couple requested it for their engagement photos. It is a special place for them which is always my preference when I do engagement shoots. I find that if the location has meaning for you it always translates emotionally into the photos.  It was cool and cloudy and moody with no sunset to be had whatsoever...which mattered not at all.

While editing the photos I just really started loving the black and white for this one...I am a little obsessed with black and white at the moment. I have another couple who is doing their entire wedding album in black and white right now and it is going to be spectacular.

We had such a ball doing this shoot that I can't wait to shoot the wedding at the fabulous Bel-Air Bay Club in the fall...in both color and black and white of course!







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Dana Abrams says:

I could not stop smiling while viewing these! They are awesome!! By the way- I am loving that striped dress!!

 (02.16.12 @ 04:11 PM)
Jill Butte says:

Beautiful couple!

 (02.19.12 @ 09:40 AM)
Joy Cyprian says:

Incredible!!!

 (02.19.12 @ 10:27 AM)
Heather Bridges says:

Seriously adorable!!

 (02.19.12 @ 10:33 AM)
Joann Doyle says:

Awesome!

 (02.19.12 @ 10:38 AM)
Darlene Addison says:

Absolutely beautiful!!!

(02.19.12 @ 01:31 PM)
Bobby Lee says:

These are so gorgeous! :)

 (02.19.12 @ 03:23 PM)
Gail Goldberg says:

Adorable photos of you two!

(02.19.12 @ 08:33 PM)
Caitlin says:

You guys are hot!

 (02.20.12 @ 10:00 AM)
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Marymount Wedding - Terren and Billy

Weddings | January 9, 2012

So you may remember this gorgeous couple from their engagement shoot in Manhattan Beach here. We had such a fun day doing that shoot that I knew the wedding would be amazing. I have to say that, first of all, how much do I love a groom that wants to shoot pictures with the guys in a laundromat and liquor store? Plus, Sarah Porcaro at Love in LA Events did such a beautiful job with all of the delicious details that it was an absolute delight to capture. One of my favorite moments came at the very end of the night (which is why I ALWAYS stay 'till the end...I don't want to miss a thing). Billy and the guys got up on stage and did a full on performance, topped off by him serenading Terren stage side...how can you top that ending to a perfect day!


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The One-Day Photography Workshop!

Workshop | December 1, 2011

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It's back! Now that my wedding and portraits seasons have let up for a few months, I am happy to launch workshop season, 2012! I have been overwhelmed by the positive response to my digital SLR workshops for Moms and Dads (and other people, too). I've created a wonderful four-hour crash course where I not only teach you how to use that fabulous digital SLR, but also how to have a more artistic sensibility about photographing your kids. My next workshops are:

SUNDAY FEBRUARY 12 FROM 10AM - 2PM
OR
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 18 FROM 10AM -2PM

COST: $99
which includes the class, lunch and an extensive 18 page workshop handout.

LOCATION: ENCINO


TO REGISTER EMAIL: LAURIE@LAURIEBAILEY.COM

The workshop gets rave reviews!

"What a wonderful workshop! I left feeling so empowered by the tools you
gave us and inspired to create my own masterpieces.  Thanks so much!  I
look forward the next one."
Carla I.

"We wanted to thank you for the outstanding workshop yesterday. We finally know what all the settings mean and will hopefully be able to use our camera effectively.
Thank you."
Jodi and Charmaine

"I just took the workshop yesterday and Laurie was FANTASTIC! Her
handouts and presentation were at the perfect learning level and she
made the class so much fun! Thank you!"
Fara
 
Please email me for more info or if you would like to register. Be sure to check out www.lauriebaileykids.com to see more of my work!

THE ONE-DAY PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP

Finally got that cool camera? Splurged for a fabulous digital SLR? Getting
frustrated because you don't really know how to take advantage of all of its
features? Do you just want to learn a few simple techniques to take amazing
pictures of your kids?  Want to shoot in a mode other than Auto?

This four-hour basics session will drastically improve the relationship you have with your
camera - not to mention the photos you take with it and will teach you how to capture amazing moments of your kids in a variety of situations!

The workshop will cover all the basics and beyond, including:

1. Fundamentals: How to use your camera and take advantage of aperture, shutter
speed and ISO speed adjustments to get those really amazing shots.

2. Go toward the light! After all, it is all about lighting, so we will learn
simple tricks to find magical light that differentiates an artistic photograph
from a snapshot.

3. Finding your Artistic Eye: We talk at great length about composition and finding your own personal style and using the camera to not just take a picture, but rather tell a story and capture both beautiful images and emotional content.

4. Tips and Tricks: Learn to apply all of the above to your real life photo situations: how to get the best shots at ballet recitals, basketball games, indoor and outdoor sports, group shots at large family gatherings and whatever else you can come up with!








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Eva Weingarten says:

The workshop looks like fun - can't wait to take it!

 (03.09.11 @ 08:28 AM)
Dona B. says:

Your workshop is exactly what I'm looking for.

(03.09.11 @ 10:14 AM)
Barbara G. says:

I just bought the Nikon D3100 and have been searching for classes on photography but had trouble finding time with work and being a mommy. This workshop sounds perfect and I can learn it all in a day!

 (03.09.11 @ 09:34 PM)
Elisa M says:

I would love to enter the contest to win a free photography class! How do I do that? Sounds fun!

 (03.11.11 @ 01:05 PM)
CHARMAINE LIPSCHITZ says:

MY DAUGHTER AND I WOULD LIKE TO ATTEND THE WORKSHOP ON SATURDAY MARCH 26TH. DO YOU STILL HAVE SPACE?
CHARMAINE 818 995-7927

 (03.16.11 @ 11:24 AM)
laurie k says:

I took Laurie's workshop after buying my first DSLR camera. Laurie's presentation and hands-on workshop really helped me get a grasp on the different setting on my camera. She communicates well, takes her time explaining some of the challenging concepts like aperature and shutter speed. I rarely put my camera in auto mode anymore since taking this class. Thanks, Laurie!

 (03.22.11 @ 07:30 AM)
Jane van Dis says:

I am interested in your classes. Could you kindly put me on your email address list in the event that you send out an email announcing when your next classes are? Thanks!

 (03.22.11 @ 07:56 PM)
Fara Anzures says:

I just took the workshop yesterday and Laurie was FANTASTIC! Her handouts and presentation were at the perfect learning level and she made the class so much fun! Thank you!

 (03.27.11 @ 10:00 PM)
Carla Immordino says:

What a wonderful workshop! I left feeling so empowered by the tools you gave us and inspired to create my own masterpieces. Thanks so much! I look forward the next one.

 (03.28.11 @ 01:26 PM)
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Coquelicot Vineyard Wedding - John and Rebecca

Weddings | October 28, 2011

I have a special place in my heart for this wedding and this couple. You see, I get 95% of my wedding clients by referrals from my other clients or guests at previous weddings I have done. I had the absolute pleasure of shooting an incredible wedding on the banks of the Hudson River on 7.7.7 for my dear clients (and now friends) PJ and Jaime.  John was the best man at that wedding so I was so thrilled when John and Rebecca called me to shoot their wedding at the spectacular Coquelicot Vineyard in Solvang. It just felt like I was going to be photographing a special day for old friends, even though Rebecca and I had never met! When we did get together the three of us just clicked and I knew it was going to be an unforgettable day.

It was all perfectly planned by the amazing Jennifer Curti of J Coordination and Special Events. And this group redefined fun and party...as you can see, PJ went above and beyond with his best man speech by having some special guest performers. It was an incredibly special day with so many unforgettable moments.

I was also beside myself to shoot a wedding with so many delicious details...this one is just too fabulous for words - I will let the images speak for themselves!





Event Coordination: J Coordination, Jen Curti
Bagpiper: Bill Boetticher
Catering: New West Catering
Venue: Coquelicot Vineyard, Santa Ynez
Wedding Cake: Decadence Wedding Cakes
Bridesmaids Dresses: Joanna August
DJ: David Carvalho
Event Decor: Ambient Event
Florist: Renae's Bouquet
Guitarist: Gary Foshee
Ice Cream Cart: Sweet Lucie's
Hotel: Hotel Corque
Linens: La Tavola
Makeup: Luna Bella Make-Up Art
Photobooth: Photoworks Interactive
Post Wedding Band: Just Dave Band


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Colleen Cullison says:

Awesome - Laurie, you truly did an amazing job! John's sister

 (11.03.11 @ 09:53 AM)
John Quinn says:

Laurie ... you are the bestest!!!!! Thank You for capturing the joy! You are amazing!

 (11.03.11 @ 01:07 PM)
renae brubaker says:

Laurie, Hello. My name is Renae Brubaker. I am the florist who did the floral design for Rebecca and Johns wedding. I would love to get a disc of their wedding so I can feature some of their photos on my web site. You did such an amazing job of capturing the beauty of their spirits and of the day. I will give you full photo credits. Thank you so much. Sincerely, Renae Brubaker of Renaes Bouquet. My cell is 805 452 0855. My mailing address is ;Renaes Bouquet
P.O.box 646
Santa Ynez, Ca. 93460
Thanks Again!!!!

 (01.27.12 @ 10:12 PM)
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