Images by Gina

New Blog!

2009-02-28T15:42:00.000-08:00

I decided to switch blog sites so I can display larger images

Here's a link for you where you will find all future posts.
http://imagesbygina.wordpress.com/

ELIJAH

2009-01-05T18:31:00.000-08:00

The Boyer family

2008-12-10T08:55:00.000-08:00

These Christmas pics of Derek, Barbara and little Grant were shot in Laguna.

MATERNITY PICS

Little Daphne was born the morning of December 21st.....just in time for Christmas!

The Walkers

2008-12-07T08:31:00.000-08:00

Theses photographs were taken at the El Dorado Nature Center in Long Beach.

This is my sister Heather, brother in law Dan, and the little angels are my nieces Kendyl (3) and Kelsey (1)

Congrats Kelly & Jasson!

2008-11-19T23:51:00.001-08:00

Kelly & Jasson tied the knot November 15Th at St. Anthony's Church in Long Beach. The reception was at the very cool V20 club right in downtown.

Every detail of this wedding was amazing and I truly could not have asked for better clients!

The below shots were taken with my new little Diana F+. It's a replica of the original Diana with a few added features, and I have been having so much fun experimenting with it!

It's that time of year again...

2008-11-19T22:53:00.000-08:00

I took these family portraits down at Moss Point, (my favorite spot in Laguna) a couple weeks ago. Jen, Nate and their family were such a pleasure to work with and despite the extreme wind conditions, I was very happy with how the shoot turned out.

Bradley & Erin <3 July 2008

2008-09-17T20:33:00.001-07:00

Back With a Bang!

2008-09-17T20:33:00.000-07:00

Last month I got together with some fellow artists to put together a photo show at a place called Biaccis.

One of my pieces. "In Passing" 2008 16x20 digital print on canvas
My other piece, "Deja Vu" 2008 12x18 digital print

We had a great turnout and a lot of fun! I love shooting weddings and portraits for people, but it was really great to work on some personal pieces for a change. Here are some snap shots from the night.

The featured artists, minus Laura...

Joey, Jen and ClayJen, Me, and Emily (out from Portland)

The Potato State

2008-08-05T21:17:00.000-07:00

The end of July I took a trip to Idaho to visit my good friends Jenn & JJ, who moved out there a few years ago. Here a some shots from my trip!

Such a pretty view.My first night there they took me out for sushi. I was very spoiled all weekend.(They don't make drinks this big in California)Me & Jenn Me & JJJenn and I had lunch (and $2 bloody marys) at that little restaurant on the water.

Vera Lynn & N.M.E. live at Angels Roadhouse

2008-08-05T21:09:00.000-07:00

Kelsey Lauren

2008-07-12T14:12:00.000-07:00

Here are some 7 month shots of my happy little niece Kelsey. They were shot at a park in Long Beach last weekend and as you can see, she was all smiles =)

~28 Candles~

2008-07-12T13:26:00.000-07:00

So I turned the big 28 this year and could not be happier with where I am in my life. Here are some of my favorite things about my birthday this year!

Spending the day with my Sister and her family!

-My 2 yr. old niece Kendyl singing me Happy Birthday.

-Getting to hold my other niece Kelsey, and how easy it is to make her smile =)

Dinner with my Husband at Coco Palms . Especially The Flan de la Casa, but the lobster wasn't too shabby either.

- The balloons and flowers he brought me home...annnnd my new Nikon COOLPIX S210 point and shoot.

Damaris & Wayne

2008-06-03T21:32:00.000-07:00

Damaris & Wayne were married April 26Th in Riverside and had their reception at the Mitten Building in Downtown Redlands.

The Westin Bonaventure

2008-04-27T13:22:00.000-07:00

So last Friday my wonderful Husband surprised me with a limo ride, drinks & dinner at the amazing Bonaventure Hotel in LA. The below views are from the rotating cocktail lounge located a floor below the L.A Prime steakhouse where we had dinner. As if the view wasn't reason enough to go, I probably had the best steak of my life that night.

Scott & Laura

2008-04-27T12:24:00.000-07:00

Scott and Laura were married on a yacht in Newport Beach on March 29Th. It was my first boat wedding and absolutely beautiful!

Joey

2008-04-21T22:25:00.000-07:00

Shot these a few weeks ago at one of my favorite local pic spots, that's about to be either extinct or renovated. The 10 bux we had on us bought a good 30 minutes of shooting time off the security guard.

ASHES

2008-04-03T22:50:00.000-07:00

Had to share my new favorite photos of my little girl. Enjoy =)

The BIG SPIN!!!

2008-03-20T23:15:00.000-07:00

As a child my parents always had this tradition on Christmas Eve, in which they would exchange a ridiculous amount of CA lotto scratchers. They would stay up scratching them, killing time before they knew their children were all fast asleep, so Santa could come. This last Christmas being our first as Mr. & Mrs. I thought it would be fun if Clay & I started the same tradition. Although there are no children involved, we do have a dog that is very much treated like one.

After 19 duds my very last BIG SPIN scratcher revealed 3 TV SHOW symbols automatically sending me to the show for a chance to spin the wheel for up to 3 MILLION $$$$. Although I did not get to spin the wheel, or win said 3 million dollars, I did walk away $1750.00 richer. The lovely lottery also put us up in a wonderful room right on Universal City walk, so no complaints here ;)

Thanks again to all of our wonderful family and friends who drove out to Hollywood to show support. The whole experience was so much more fun with you all there!

(Before the show....so anxious!)(I'm behind the yellow dress!)

(Me & one of my best friends, Nicole)(My sister Heather and little bro Kyle)(My sister Heather and brother in law Dan)(I can finally tell you how to get there!)

Vera Lynn @ The Blue Cafe

2008-03-20T22:15:00.000-07:00

My husband Clay is the lead singer for the "alternative metal" band Vera Lynn. Last Thursday the 13Th they played at The Blue Cafe, in downtown Long Beach. It was their second time playing at this fun little bar, and they had a pretty good turn out for a Thursday night! My sister Heather even showed up baby free, although my niece Kendyl was very upset she couldn't go see her Uncle Clay "sing and dance."

Anyways, here are some favorite shots from the night. I guess it doesn't hurt having photographer for a wife when your in a band =)

Lovely Layla

2008-03-10T19:48:00.000-07:00

Saturday evening I headed out to San Diego to visit my friend Gabi. Gabi and her Husband rent this great little cottage right in Downtown. After a night of fun we woke up bright and early for a joint yard sale/ potluck brunch in her neighborhood. I couldn't go home without shooting some pics of her wonderful pup, Layla.

Colton James

2008-02-24T11:38:00.000-08:00

Baby Colton was born to parents Dawn & Kris Nicolaisen mid January. This sweet little guy is just three weeks old in the below photos.

Mr. & Mrs. Philip Kerr

2008-02-23T12:37:00.000-08:00

February 2ND I had the honor of playing both Bridesmaid & Wedding Photographer for one of the funnest couples I know, Gabi & Phil. I've known Gab since brownies and it's the least I could have done for someone who used to help me play dress up, for photo assignments back in high school. Here are some of my favorite shots from the day.

(Gabi & me)

Phil may have been the first Groom to ever get to throw the bouquet...