Sacramento Wedding + Glamour Photography

Alicia | Sacramento Boudoir | Spring 2012 Marathon

Kissed By Tammy — Tue, 15 May 2012 20:41:32 +0000

One of the things I love when I get to shoot someone more than once is getting them out of their normal comfort zone. Alicia is so use to giving us sexy glamour faces it’s just fun to get very candid natural image of her. I truly love these smiling pictures of her. I think the great thing about boudoir is that sexy can be interpreted several different ways. It can be sultry or light-hearted and it can still can be sensual. It’s all about being you and not trying to be something you are not. Which is the way we should view all things in life anyway….

One of the things I’m really bad at is doing detail shots during my boudoir sessions. I get really inspired by photographers that do this very well. So I tried to incorporate more of this into this shoot. My fave is the butt shot of Alicia in the window.

Enjoy these images of Alicia from her session. Tune in tomorrow for a special behind the scenes video from this shoot.

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NC | Sacramento Boudoir | Spring Marathon

Kissed By Tammy — Sun, 13 May 2012 17:56:45 +0000

I know it’s cheesy to say that the reason I love shooting boudoir is how it makes women feel after they see themselves on camera. I love their reactions and seeing their faces when they laugh and say, “Wow, is that really me?” Of course there are other reasons. I’m generally am open person and I like bold statement pieces. The truth is I just like sexy people, but nothing is more rewarding then this little moment when people tell me how great their experience was and how confident I made them. I remember NC coming to the shoot and several times she told me how self conscience she felt about her tummy. “You are beautiful,” I said, “Don’t worry, it will look great.” Afterwards when she saw her photos she excitedly emailed me and said, “Omg, they’re amazing!” I look forward to this reaction every time. It doesn’t matter how many sessions I do. It never fails that this is the best part. NC, you ARE amazing! Thank you for such a wonderful session!

Thank you Ashley Grinnell – Hair Stylist and Ingrid Butron – Make-up Artist. Make sure you check these ladies out for your hair and make-up needs.

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The little things that matter.

Kissed By Tammy — Fri, 11 May 2012 07:48:23 +0000

A few nights ago I came home from a 12 hour shoot, dead tired, but too addicted to facebook to just go to bed, and I got this picture on my notification.

This pictures of my bride and groom eating cookies I sent them. It took two minutes out of their day, but it made me so thrilled to see them happy and enjoying their treats. It made my whole night because when I come home feeling like I got ran over by a truck something like this reminds me why I love my job.

It made me think about all the little things in our life that in essence seems small, but in reality make us much happier than big grand gestures.

The other day I was listening to Trevor Dayley on showitlive and he was talking about how he brings a speaker system to each shoot. He hooks his iphone into it and plays jams to loosen his grooms….and I thought wow, what a really simple idea that makes a huge statement to who you are.

A couple of weekends ago one of my 2nd shooters helped my bride out by helping her knot a tie and I remember the bride saying, “WOW, you really saved the day.” Who would of thought something as simple as knowing how to knot a tie made such a difference? That day, it was one less thing she had to worry about it and I was so grateful that he could be there for her.

My husband is out of town for the weekend and as I am sitting here at my computer editing into the wee hours of the night I get a text from him, two words, “pretty woman”. Sorta like an “I love you”, but so much more. He’s thinking about me and in his mind I’m still pretty even though I’m sitting here in sweats with raccoon eyes from wearing black eye shadow all day. Then this made me think about how he took out the trash today before he left because he knows I hate to do it or when he did the dishes for 3 nights in a row because my eyes and hands were too glued to my computer. I mean, he could buy me all the diamond rings in the world, but it’s when he does these little things that makes me really feel like he’s taking care of me.

I guess what I’m saying is don’t discount how the little things you do effect others. These small gestures become a significant way to build friendships. Not everything you do has to be big, grand and perfect. Sometimes a two word text and a batch of cookies makes smiles all the same.

Charles + Katy get married | Forest House Lodge | Foresthill Wedding Photography

Kissed By Tammy — Wed, 09 May 2012 16:29:45 +0000

They met through mutual friends when Katy was having some car trouble. Soon after Charles found himself making excuses to fix all her car parts just so he could see her. Fun loving bombshell meet harley riding cowboy = Katy + Charles. They both are a little rebellious and a lot adventurous. Charles isn’t great at taking pictures, in fact, he pretty much hated it, but everytime he got in front of the camera with Katy his face sort of lit up and that’s how I know he truly loves her. He would give her anything. Their wedding day was full of small accents of both their personalities: Cowboy boots, hats, robe and wooden boxes. It had the perfect little details just for them. During formal pictures Katy said, “I just want to have a little fun.” and no doubt this wedding was just that. There was lots of laughter and lots of tears. It was an amazing day. Congrats Charles + Katy.

I absolutely adore these two black and whites of Katy.

Ahh!! First look! I adore those!

Gorgeous!

Handsome couple!

The game room at the Forest House is ridiculously cool. I want one for my house.

Cutest flower girl and ring bearer EVER!

Love this double sided cake! Classy in the front and rebel in the back.

Ceremony and Reception: Forest House Lodge
Flowers: Cheryl Porter
Cake: Forest House Lodge
Hair: Lea Buehler
Make-up Traci Bucher

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Facebook is killing my brain cells….

Kissed By Tammy — Thu, 03 May 2012 12:21:39 +0000

A couple of days ago I was watching showitlive and one of the guest photographers on the show mentioned something that made me think outloud, “Hey, that would make a really good blog post.” I told myself to write it down, but assured myself it would be something I could remember. Five minutes later I tried to recall what the idea was and guess what? I forgot! Of course! How I could think, me….someone who loses her keys every morning could go without writing it down…after all 5 minutes was like 300 seconds ago and apparently in brain cell time, that is too much. In my own defense, I swear to you, I don’t know if it’s because I’m older or spend too many hours on facebook, but I am finding that I’m becoming much more forgetful.

Which is why, I got this stupid notebook. Well, I shouldn’t call her stupid. She will probably become my best friend (in fact, I like her a lot already), but for a long time I couldn’t get myself to carry around a notebook because I felt like it was such a ball and chain kind of deal…but since facebook is killing my brain cells I decided to invest in her and look how pretty and small she is. You can snuggle up to her too….if you want to blackmail me in the future.

….but anyhoo, say hello to my best friend, Genette.

Chuck + Kendall get married! | Foxtail Golf Club | Rohnert Park Wedding Photography

Kissed By Tammy — Wed, 02 May 2012 17:10:20 +0000

When they first starting dating Kendall gave up many date nights because she was obsessed with baseball. “There would be no interruptions on game night,” she annouced and if Chuck wanted to spend time with her, he needed to adopt this passionate lifestyle she had for the game. And that was exactly what happened. Their relationship bonded over baseball, pumpkins and food. On their wedding day there were little details all over reminding them of how many good times they had because of their love for baseball and I’m sure many more to come.

They spend the whole day laughing. When I arrived at their getting ready location all the girls were pretty much ready (so organized) and we spend the majority of the time conversing and with me squealing over all the cute baseball items. During groomsmen picture, Chuck and his groomsmen cracked jokes the whole time. That is the type of couple they are: Fun, adventurous, light-hearted. It was beautiful day with an amazing couple. Congrats Chuck and Kendall.

I’m seriously going (in the words of Rachel Zoe) bananas over this earrings. So adorable!

I really love this candid image of Kendall and her dad. Father daughter moments have always touched my heart. (Because you know I’m a total Daddy’s girl.)

Kendall looks absolutely radiant! Look at that bridal glow!

I know Kendall is closing her eyes in this image, but there is something so incredibly endearing about it.

Have you seen anything more awesome than this baseball boutonniere?

If you love baseball as much as they do or if you just think the baseball earrings are just bees-knees make sure you like, share and comment below.

Greg + Vanessa are engaged | The Mix | Sacramento Engagement Photography

Kissed By Tammy — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 19:56:54 +0000

They were both headed out with a night with their friends and Greg remembered seeing Vanessa in the car ride there from the window of another car. “I was hoping she would be going to where I was going,”. When he saw her come up the stairway he couldn’t help but be excited, “She’s here!” And although Vanessa didn’t notice that she had passed by Greg on the car ride there her friends felt an instinct connection between him and her and encouraged her to say hi to him. After gathering up enough courage to approach she quickly walked pass him, said, “Hi”, freaked out and then ran away. This is such a cute little story about how they met. I love hearing about it and when they told me they wanted to shoot at the Mix, where they met I squealed! First, I just think it’s fantastic when people make their engagement session personal and 2nd, this place was so CHIC!

I met Vanessa at another wedding and I instantly had a connection to her. I just knew that she would be a great friend and one day my bride. When she first told me about Greg she just had a light in her eyes and I knew from what she told me that he would be a sweet guy. When I heard his story about how he purposed…he planned out a whole day on the beach, looked and stressed over the perfect scenery to pop the question…it proved to me that he was an awesome guy!

They are just FABULOUS and so much in love. This couple seriously makes me SWOON! Congrats on your engagement Greg + Vanessa!

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We started their engagement session at my favorite spot in Midtown!

Vanessa and Greg are very much atheletic outdoorsy people so we headed over to the capital for a couple of shots before we headed over to the MIX.

…and here, where their love story began. THE MIX!

Look at this CHIC suit Greg is wearing. STYLE-LISH!

Some of my favorite shots of the day….

Earlier on my facebook I notice people were saying that they were looking totally BOSS! LOVE it, make sure you like and share if you think so too.

Ryan + Shannon get married! | Palo Alto, Woodside Wedding Photography | Mountain Terrace

Kissed By Tammy — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 20:57:18 +0000

When Ryan moved to Sacramento for his new job he told his dad he didn’t think he would make any friends. Little did he know that he would meet the love of his life, Shannon, and four years later they would be married. They love art, travel and fashion. Bri, Shannon’s sister said in her toast that Shannon was always the most beautiful girl in school. I have no doubt that is true because her dress, her make-up, her bouquet was so unique! “Very Marilyn Monroe,” Bri said to me. I’m so happy to have had the honor to know them and have shot their wonderful wedding. Shannon told me at the beginning of the day that she was worrier. It was a really sweet kind of worry though. She was constantly thinking of everyone besides herself. Doing other people’s make-up, making sure people ate before her. She is the sweetest person, ever! And then when I asked Ryan if he needed anything from me he said, “I should be asking you that.” LOL. They are truly fun, positive, kind and loving couple. They told me they would be heading out to Asia for their honeymoon. I hope they are being safe and bring back lots of gorgeous pictures….but for now enjoy my favorite images from their beautiful day!

If you think this couple is GORGEOUS and super sweet, Make sure you give them some love, comment, like and share below.

I love this idea of suculets as table tags. Also the dessert bar was yummy!

If I had quit, I would have never found you…..

Kissed By Tammy — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 07:55:44 +0000

Right now I am sitting here in my office looking through a few photos from an engagement session I just took a few hours ago. I came upon a picture that truly touched my heart and then I started thinking about the two couples that I had the pleasure of shooting this weekend. I thought about how my bride yesterday, Shannon, was worried about where I would sit or eat and how she was so apologetic the whole day about stuff that brides shouldn’t be apologetic about. And then today when my bride, Vanessa, bought me water at the coffee shop we were meeting because she was worried about me not hydrating in the heat. Seriously, Who does that?

I’m feeling such a rush of joy and happiness. It’s such a weird feeling to explain, like a fluttering in your heart and the pit of your stomach. It reminded me of the feeling I had in high school when I met Lance. After a whirlwind of thoughts streamed through my head, I realized that this feeling was not just because I love my couples, it was because for the first time I really feel like I am living my DREAM and that I was meant to do this.

I remember so many times I laid in bed worrying about responding to emails, booking clients and thinking about all the mistakes I made. Gosh, there were countless of “I think I should quit” conversations. There were times that I thought I could never get it right.

…but only today….only right now I am looking back at all those mistakes and saying if I never made those, if I had quit, I would have never been able to sit here and feel SOOOO BLESSED! And by all means I am not a religious person, but I am so thankful for you….

…and by you! I mean, my couples who have faith enough in me to let me into a piece into your life, for welcoming me with open arms, for making me laugh, for sharing their stories with me, for giving me a chance, for looking past all my flaws and FOR loving EACH OTHER so much that you make me cry looking at your photos.

I can sit here all day and say that it was because I worked so hard to perfect my craft, but without you, I would be no where. You are truly my biggest supporters!

I am definitely not perfect, but I have found the perfect couples for me….and that is a gift very dear to me.

A brand new workspace | Office remodel with some whimsy and fun

Kissed By Tammy — Thu, 05 Apr 2012 20:32:23 +0000

After 6 years my husband and I finally got an office divorce. Finally, I have my own space to watch inappropriate stuff on my computer. LOL. Just kidding. I have to say I’m pretty happy with the remodel although our house is still a mess and I’ve been driving my husband crazy because when I want something done I want it down right away. One of my worse personality traits is I lack patience. For instance last night I was rushing Lance to put up the rod for the curtains, “I need to do a blog tomorrow regarding my office remodel!” Like It’s the end of the world if I don’t get this blog up today. No worries, it got done because my husband is awesome. Today, I’m super happy to share my office space with you. Come take a tour with me.

So here are the before. When we got this house we painted this room and I forgot what we planned to actually do in this room, but lets just say this blue is a disastrous color to paint over. For some time before all the junk was in I did use it as a room to shoot in and got some cool images out of it.

And here is the after. Ahhhh!!! This is also the only time you will probably see my office this clean.

If you want to get a little more info on where I bought everything take the video tour. Forewarning, it’s mostly shot from my iphone, so a little shaky. Enjoy!