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Surf and Sand Wedding Laguna Beach by Nicole Caldwell
November 28, 2007, 11:34 pm
Filed under: Weddings

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Congrats to Kaeli and Mark who were married this Summer at the Surf and Sand Resort in Laguna Beach!

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All images copyright 2007 Nicole Caldwell

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The Pinceks!
November 24, 2007, 1:02 am
Filed under: families

family_pictures_mission_san_juan_by_nicole_caldwell_07.jpgIt is that time of year again for the annual family shoot of the Pinceks!  I LOVE this family!  We had a great time at the Mission in San Juan Capistrano.  They are so much fun and we had a candid photography session.

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This couple is truly inspiring for the way they make each other laugh.family_pictures_mission_san_juan_by_nicole_caldwell_03.jpg

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All Images copyright 2007 Nicole Caldwell

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Discovery Home Channel’s
November 23, 2007, 8:35 pm
Filed under: Headshots

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 I photographed Chris a few weeeks ago for some images on his web site- and his show is premiering next month on Discovery Home so check it out!  Also check out his site at http://www.prelitz.com/  

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Discovery Home Channel’s

new show featuring a green flip with Chris Prelitz

Greenovate
 

  Airing Decmber 3rd and 4th

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Family Studio Photography
November 21, 2007, 9:08 pm
Filed under: families

family_photography_laguna_beach_by_nicole_caldwell_10.jpgMeet the Leskos!  I first met Sandi & Todd when I shot there wedding, and now they are back for family photos, yeah! 

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Maternity Pictures Laguna Beach Studio
November 20, 2007, 3:45 am
Filed under: maternity

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http://nicolecaldwell.wordpress.com/2006/11/04/congrats-to-mr-and-mrs-araoz/

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Laguna Beach Family Photography by Nicole Caldwell
November 14, 2007, 9:42 pm
Filed under: families

Meet the Andersons! 

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Engagement Photographer Laguna Beach
November 14, 2007, 12:30 am
Filed under: engagements

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Congrats to Alana and Torrey, who are getting hitched at Seven Degrees next year!

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Wedding Photography at seven degrees Laguna Beach by Nicole Caldwell
November 8, 2007, 9:57 pm
Filed under: Weddings

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 Congrats to Alicia and Rick, my rockstar (they met in a band!) couple who tied the knot at the coolest venue ever, Seven Degrees!

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Here’s a reflection shot of Alicia getting ready in the mirror, the dress had many buttons and the bridesmaids had fun! 

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The back of the dress in detail.

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 Seven Degrees has so many cool backdrops and opportunities to shoot through, I love this shot of Alicia through the glass.

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I overexposed this by two stops, I really wanted that blown out look and flare from the back.

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I love shooting with the sun to the back of the subject, notice how the sun illuminates her veil and the side of her hair.

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I heart Quentin.

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 Dad showing off his Scottish Heritage.

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A view of the ceremony from a fish eye.

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This shot of Alicia is just before the giving and receiving of rings, I love how you can see Ricks ring on the index finger of her left hand.

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My second photographer, Kristin, rocked this shot of this kiss.  She was at shutter speed of 1/30th and zoomed in while simultaneously triggering the shutter.

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I lOVE this silhouette of the bridal party.

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I love how you can see her reflection in the door to the left of the image.

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My second photographer, Kristin, always follows the couple into the reception at the grand entrance using the fish eye.

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The Sparkler Send Off, another cool event that Seven Degrees offers.

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The couple ran off to the car, happy Honeymoon!

all images copyright 2007 Nicole Caldwell

Special Thanks to the Staff at 7 degrees and to Alyssa and Tabatha.

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Childrens Photography
November 7, 2007, 1:33 am
Filed under: kids

childrens_photographyorange_county_laguna_beach_by_nicole_caldwell_04.jpgmeet Kelsey, the beautiful daughter of Cynde and Shane!  I shot their wedding at the Surf and Sand Resort in Laguna Beach in 05, and had the pleasure of meeting and photographing their beautiful daughter!

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Here’s Mom and Dad on their wedding day!

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Wedding at Castle Green in Pasadena
November 2, 2007, 11:46 pm
Filed under: Weddings

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Congrats to Lauren and Matt who tied the knot in Pasadena- I believe the outside temp was 109 degrees!

I first met Lauren & Matt when I photographed her brothers wedding in 03.

wedding_castle_green_photo_by_nicole_caldwell_04.jpgWe went outside for some street photography- this couple was awesome- they braved the heat! I love the walk symbol above Matt’s head!

wedding_castle_green_photo_by_nicole_caldwell_01.jpgThis Twirl was in the crosswalk at the intersection on Green and Raymond!

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Run- the light changed!!!!

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First Dance, I love the look of the ambient light in a first dance- really enhanced the mood.wedding_castle_green_photo_by_nicole_caldwell_02.jpgBest Cake picture EVER!!! I knew this was a blogger!

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Lauren’s dramatic entrance at the ceremony

wedding_castle_green_photo_by_nicole_caldwell_08.jpgThis moment happened right after Lauren’s Father handed her to Matt, and Matt leaned over and whispered something in her ear.

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The Crazy wedding party- you should have seen them at the bar!

wedding_castle_green_photo_by_nicole_caldwell_06.jpgwedding_castle_green_photo_by_nicole_caldwell_15.jpgThis shot was-taken outside the bridal dressing room, when Lauren first got into her wedding gown.wedding_castle_green_photo_by_nicole_caldwell_10.jpgwedding_castle_green_photo_by_nicole_caldwell_09.jpgThe picture in the background went great with the colors of the dresses and the flowers!  And the chandelier above added that perfect golden tone.wedding_castle_green_photo_by_nicole_caldwell_13.jpg

Boys being boys.

Thanks for an awesome time you two!

 All images copyright 2007 Nicole Caldwell Photography

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