Sunday, June 15, 2014

Getting back to blogging.....

It has been (I am embarrassed to even type this) over a darn year since we have really updated our blog!

I know there are no excuses, but we are busy! Here's a little bit of what has happened in our lives.....

BIANCA: I went through a very painful and difficult divorce. However, it was one of the most beautiful blessings  I have ever been granted. With all of the new free time on my hands, I poured all of my energy in to the business, and we have been totally rocking!!! In the past year and a half, we have been blessed to work with over 200 brides and bridal parties!! We are sooooo booked and totally loving it. So you can see why the last thing we really want to do is be at our computer all day blogging.... but we will start to blog more!!

I am now currently very in love and happy with my boyfriend Daniel. He is an amazing man and I am blessed to know that good guys do exist.

KATIE: Katie and her hubby, Tim, welcomed another precious daughter in to the world. Her name is Willow and she has best blue eyes ever.

Katies accessory line, A lil bit Fancy, is also killing it! I don't know where the heck she finds all of the time, but she is proof that you can be a mommy, wife, and business owner all while being the best friend that anyone can ask for.

With that being said, we promise to update this more often.......

Monday, October 28, 2013

Thank you Manuel Ortega Photography! THE TOP WEDDING photographer in the Monterey Bay

Thank you MANUEL ORTEGA PHOTOGRAPHY! Take a look at his article about us HERE.

Monterey Bay & Salinas Wedding Photographer Manuel Ortega - Driven by a passion for photographic excellence and possessing years of experience, Manuel is the top Professional Wedding Photographer in the Monterey Bay and Salinas Valley. His unique ability to anticipate and capture even the most fleeting of special moments is evident in his photography. Manuel is a Monterey Bay area Wedding Photographer with service including Salinas CA, Carmel, Pacific Grove, Pebble Beach, Santa Cruz, Watsonville, Big Sur, San Jose, San Francisco and destination weddings worldwide.
Monterey Wedding Photographer

Manuel Ortega is by far the most talented wedding photographer in Monterey County. My business associates and I have had pleasure of working with him for several weddings and are thoroughly impressed each and every time. He makes everyone around him feel comfortable, and his sense of humor makes everyone at ease, therefore creating beautiful and candid photos. We, at MUAH makeup and hair, give Manuel and his team, our full support and respect.

Here is the latest Press Release about Manuel Ortega Photography and his new Wedding Photography Studio at 191 Lighthouse Ave in Monterey CA.

http://www.pr.com/press-release/535473


Manuel Ortega Photography Opens New Location in Monterey, California


Jan 3 2014, 12:20pm CST | by 

Passion for art and attention to detail distinguish the best wedding photographers, and Manuel Ortega decided to open a new location in Monterey to make consultations more convenient for customers on the Monterey peninsula and provide dramatic settings for local shoots.


Monterey, CA, January 03, 2014 --(PR.com)-- Manuel Ortega Photography proudly announces that it has opened a new office in Monterey, California, to serve customers from San Francisco, San Jose, Carmel, Santa Cruz and, of course, Monterey. The new office is located near historic Cannery Row that John Steinbeck immortalized in his novel of the same name. Clients can attend wedding consultations, sit for Corporate Head Shots and arrange family photos  while enjoying the stunning shores and ambience of San Carlos Beach. You can arrange photo shoots along the beach, visit picturesque cannery buildings and charming gift shops or tour wineries, parks and signature area attractions after your photography appointment.

The new location will make it easier for many clients to meet with Manuel Ortega because many had trouble getting to Salinas. Ortega specializes in wedding photography, and the new Monterey location has fairy-tale charm and convenient access to California's central coast community. The photographer explains that wedding photography is a holistic experience and couples should capture every aspect of their marriages with engagement photos and informal shots as well as formal wedding shots. Ortega anticipates that many clients will fall in love with Monterey and choose local beaches for wedding venues and engagement photos. “As an artist, the wedding day is my canvas, and my ability to anticipate and capture those fleeting moments of laughter and tears is what drives me.” Ortega has many years of experience capturing signature moments with memorable photography and transforming photos into living and breathing works of art.

Destination Wedding Photography

Manuel Ortega Photography tells your wedding story through a unique style of photojournalism that beguiles viewers while giving an accurate representation of love, family, friends and events leading up to the actual ceremony. The Monterey Bay area photographer chronicles destination weddings worldwide but focuses on the local communities of Salinas, Big Sur, Monterey, Watsonville, Pacific Grove, Pebble Beach, Carmel, San Jose and San Francisco. Couples can tell their story through a unique blend of candid and formal shots that allow their true personalities to shine through in high-definition.

Giving Back to the Community

Choosing a photographer is a very intimate decision, and California's central coast residents happily provide glowing recommendations and testimonials of Ortega's skills, lighthearted personality and artistic vision. People don't choose artists based solely on skills, and Ortega impresses many clients with his commitment to local causes, experience with high-profile events and down-to-earth personality and humor.

- Ortega takes part annually in the Birdies for Charity event  that benefits the YWCA of Monterey County for domestic violence and intervention programs.
- The photographer donated his time, materials and skills to chronicle Tatum's Garden, a Monterey Bay initiative to provide a safe and secure place for children to play, socialize and learn.
- Ortega sponsors a customer-submitted photography contest that feature senior portraits he posts on social media forums. Social media users then "vote for the best" portrait. Contest winnings include a free high school senior portrait for the one that receives the highest votes.
- Celebrities often choose the photographer, and local news  anchor Michelle Imperato booked Ortega recently for her upcoming Pebble Beach wedding.

The Best Photography Captures Life as Art

Manuel Ortega Photography adheres to Ortega's personal philosophy of support for family, community and real experiences. The talented photographer finds magic and art in everyday life and offers the following services for clients:

- Wedding and engagement photography in a journalistic-type study
- Location shoots of baptisms, children, birthdays and anniversaries
- Classic family photos and memorable artistic shots taken in stunning Monterey Bay locations
- Photos of children from maternity to graduation
- High School Senior Portraits that capture a teenagers true personality
- Photos of parties, special events, holidays and celebrations

About Manuel Ortega

Manuel Ortega began pursuing photography at the age of 13 and photographed his first wedding at age 18. Although Ortega has been in business since 2005, he has taken professional photos since 1990. Self-taught and observant of the smallest details, Ortega preserves the magic of events, places, people and relationships. Although specializing in wedding photography, Ortega also takes stunning maternity photos, portraits, family photos, senior citizen and high school senior portraits that families can treasure for generations.

Contact Information:
Manuel Ortega Photography
Manuel Ortega
831 682-7170

Contact Manuel Ortega
www.manuelortegaphoto.com
www.facebook.com/Ortegaphoto
www.Twitter.com/Ortegaphoto
Read the full story here: http://www.pr.com/press-release/535473

Tuesday, May 29, 2012

A Pebble Beach Wedding in April

Katie and I had the pleasure of doing hair and makeup for Sam's wedding at the gorgeous Woods Hole in Pebble Beach. It was a surprisingly warm April day! Sam found us through Yelp and from day one, we all had the best vibes from each other. She is originally from England and now lives in San Francisco with her husband Gareth. She and her whole bridal party have the most gorgeous British accents! These photos were taken by the lovely Mirelle Carmichael. She can be contacted at www.mirellecarmichael.com. She has a great eye for amazing wedding portraits! We can not wait to work with her again! Aside from this being an amazing wedding, it was also Katie's last wedding before the baby arrived! Katie was so exhausted and her poor feet were so swollen, but being the amazing hairstylist she is, she did not skip a beat and everyone's hair looked AMAZING! Here are some shots from this gorgeous day.... Enjoy!

Sunday, March 25, 2012

A.C.S. fashion show and a wedding!

Bianca and I had the privilege of styling up some pretty inspirational woman for the American cancer society fashion show on Friday. We look forward to it every year. These woman are such a symbol of strength and positivity. So happy and excited to be alive! I could really feel the energy the moment I walked into the room. It's so humbling. Each lady that sat in my chair was so eager to share their testimony and how they fought...and won! They had no idea how strong they were until they looked in the face of cancer. One thing that really stood out to me was how each one of them said they love who they are more NOW after cancer then who they were before cancer ever entered their lives! How profound is that?! They would rather go through cancer to be who they are now then to have never gone through it at all. I think that's pretty incredible! We were so busy that we weren't able to take any photos but I just had to share that little bit with you! :)

Saturday we did a wedding for a sweet young lady named Sabrina! She had the sweetest bridal party ever! Here are a few pictures from our day!

Friday, March 23, 2012

New photo...

We did Elena's wedding makeup and hair last year and her photographer, Phillip Davies just sent us this image that is so sweet! You can really see the excitement and anticipation in her expression! This is the look that we love-a happy, gorgeous bride who is so excited for her dream day!

A Big Sur Wedding

So, for those of you who do not know Katie and I personally, Katie is expecting her 2nd baby girl in the next few weeks so we have brought in another hairstylist to help us while she is gone. Araceli is her name and she is so sweet and talented! We have known her for a few years now and are so excited to have her be a part of our team! Her first time working with us was yesterday, where we got to go to Big Sur, CA. to style a wedding!

The wedding was at Post Ranch Inn (aka the most gorgeous place on earth!!! SERIOUSLY) The bride, Michelle, and her fiance eloped! It was the most gorgeous setting for a gorgeous couple! We wish them all the best!!