During my tenure at California Baptist University, I’ve studied marketing and public relations and have learned a lot in the process. Aside from the knowledge I acquired in academics, and the tips on how to pass a class, not to procrastinate, and what classes and professors to take, I’ve also learned valuable life lessons. God has shown to me his power, mercy, and love. Family has shared with me and taught the value of great support and encouragement. My boyfriend has shared with me life’s too short to get overworked and stressed out about the small stuff. Friends have shown me the power of great friendship and joy. Professors have taught me valuable career and life advice, but most of all I’ve learned to value life, share love and happiness, seek God, and live my purpose. I’m sad to leave CBU but very hopeful for what the future brings. After graduation, I plan to start a career in advertising at an agency in Los Angeles. I am looking forward to what the future holds!

There is something surreal about being in San Juan Capistrano. The Los Rios District, horses, stables, and general feel are something that almost steps you back to a simpler time. We put on our boots and headed down to the Sycamore Trails Stables to meet Jamie and her horse, Grace. Jamie and Grace were such a true joy to work with. Jamie has such a timeless, quite beauty about her that we just adore. And, Grace, well who doesn’t love a sweet, white horse?

Jamie,
Thank you so much for having us photograph you at such an important stage of life! You truly are incredibly lovely and talented. Don’t let anyone tell you otherwise. May the Lord bless you in this new stage of life we call college!
xoxo,
Kristin and Dustin

Wish Jamie the best and tell us your favorite photo!!!

Giana is full of so much natural beauty and I absolutely ADORE it! I was excited to get to work with such a stunning lady and her horse, Cooper! Giana loves the indie look of Anthropologie and Urban Outfitters so I tried to channel some of their photography style into her shoot.

Giana will be graduating from Laguna Hills High School in May and hopes to pursue a film degree at Chapman University! Congrats, Giana!!!

Leave some love for her below!

*Gasp* That’s what I thought when Tanya came around the corner with her parents yesterday. I’m sure you can see why. Tanya is absolutely stunning! And she’s so sweet to go with it.

We started our shoot in Old Towne Orange, shot for a bit, grabbed a vintage soda, headed to Newport Beach for more pictures, and flew kites! I had an extremely hard time picking a few photos for this blog post so, this post is extra long!

What do you think of the photos?

Just a few photos of Tanya with her proud parents.

If you would like to see more of Monica’s Senior Portraits, click here!