The Portofino Hotel & Marina / Redondo Beach / Wedding Photographer / Styled Bridal Shoot

One of my favorite thing I love about photography is a styled bridal photoshoot. It was an honor to be part of such an amazing team, I was invited by Carissa to 2nd shoot on this gorgeous sunny location at the Portofino Hotel & Marina in Redondo Beach. This gorgeous bridal shoot got published in MODwedding blogs on June 20th, 2016. Please enjoy some great photos through the Janice Owen Photography perspective. Cheers! :)

Amazing vendors: 
Venue: The Portofino Hotel & Marina in Redondo Beach
Main Photographer: Carissa Woo Photography
2nd Photographer: Janice Owen Photography
Gowns by: VENE AI Studio
Wedding Planner: Blue Door Creative
Hair & Makeup by: Cheek to Cheek Makeup & Hair Artistry
Florals: Chloe+Mint

Heritage Park + Cerritos Sculpture Garden / Engagement Photographer / Monica + Rob

         We were excited for our first engagement photo session of 2018, my husband David and I had the pleasure to captured a beautiful engagement session of Monica & Rob in Cerritos at the Heritage Park and Cerritos Sculpture Garden. We are very excited for their upcoming wedding in November. Congratulations Monica and Rob!! We wish you the very best! Thank for allowing us to capture your special happy moments together and sharing your story to the world. Please enjoy some great photos through the Janice Owen Photography experience. Cheers! Here are Monica and Rob's love story in their own words. Enjoy!

1) Briefly, how did you two meet? ----- Rob and Monica met through mutual friend, Billy Brownell, in late 2012. After a couple group hang outs Monica gained the courage to ask Rob out on a date. They went to Belmont Brewery and during debated on either going to see Jurassic Park in theaters or to go to second street and get some drinks. Monica was a little nervous so part of her wanted to see the movie so she didn't have to worry about making conversation. She left the decision up to Rob and he decided to go get some drinks. They went to Shannons and ending up talking all night, having great conversation! Was a fun night that lead to many other dates. After months of dating, Monica and Rob went to a Pearl Jam concert and made it official, November 20, 2013!

2) Monica & Rob: What are your favorite hobbies? ----- Rob and Monica enjoy paddle boarding, bike rides and being near the water, usually ending with a sushi date night. Other days they enjoy staying home, baking homemade cookies and watching movies. 

3) What characteristics do you like about one another?  --- Rob likes Monica's optimistic approach, compassion towards not only him but everyone around her, and her generally joyous demeanor; and her stunning beauty always amazes him to think he is this lucky. Monica likes that Rob has such a big heart. He is understanding, kind and a good listener. He supports her no matter and makes her feel like the luckiest girl in the world. 

4) How do you envision for your future together as soon to be married couple? ----- Monica and Rob envision lots of adventures in the future. Moving into their first home and also traveling as much as possible! 

5) Anything else you would like to share, you're welcome to. ---- Here is our website link if you want to read a little of our story: theknot.com/us/workman-wedding

Kayliana's One Year Milestones / Children and Family Photography / The Owen Family

Our sweet baby girl Kayliana turned 1 year old on Jan. 17th, 2018. Wow! The year sure flew by too fast...  We survived! New parents check list is officially running smoothly... Since the birth of our daughter, we have learned so much about ourselves as being parents and truly understand what UNCONDITIONAL LOVE really means. Our Kaylie has brought so much joy, love, and patience in our lives. We love her dearly! Here's Kayliana's 1st Birthday Photoshoot done by Mom - Janice Owen. The theme for this shoot is "Growing UP too fast" - Inspired by the animated "UP" -- the adorable air balloon. 

On December 3rd, 2017 marked exactly one year when I had my Maternity photoshoot done. Fast forward, now we have our family photos with Kayliana when she was 10.5 months old here. We used some of the photos below to mailed out our Holiday family cards back in December. We truly loved our photos, thank you Marcella for your amazing work! :)

Photography by the talented: Marcella Apodaca Photography

When you are born into a family of photographers, you are likely to be photograph A LOT! Our baby is used to it by now LOL :) So that makes her a "Professional Model" right??! LOL... Below are another family photo session we did back in July 2017 for Kaylie's 6 months milestones. Photoshoot done by our amazing friend/photographer Dipan. 

Photography by Dipan Desai Photography

Below are comparison photos of her newborn in the hospital at 2 days vs. 12 months on the left. Then there's one with Mom & Dad at 2 weeks vs. 11 months old. What a big difference in her appearance! :)

Here are more recap of Kaylie's time at the hospital, born on Tuesday 1/17/17. 

More of our favorite photos of Kaylie growing up captured by her Mom boss Janice Owen and Daddy David too! (photos ranges from 4 days old to 12 months old here).