Tuesday, June 14, 2011

Goodbye Blogger!

 I am so incredibly behind on my blogging, been working on something kind of exciting….

 I am moving out of my blogger home into a brand spanking new blog home accompanied by a new logo made by the very fabulous Karrie Pyke! Come on by and say hello!

www.sharondelao.com/blog

Much Love!!
xoxoxoxoxo

Tuesday, April 19, 2011

Shea and Sarah + Baby | Orange County Maternity Photographer

I LOVE the story of how Shea and Sarah met...He was her tennis teacher in college and she actually almost dropped the class! The night of their final, Shea and Sarah went on their first real date in a lounge in hollywood ~ the rest is history. These two were obviously destined to be together. They are the sweetest couple. It was so much fun to capture their anticipation as they prepare for the arrival of their first precious baby boy.
Not only are they a drop dead gorgeous couple, they are such solid, cool peeps. We had a blast during their session.
I went to the same high school as Shea and when he announced on Facebook that they were expecting, I secretly hoped they would contact me for some belly goodness. I am so stoked they did and wish them a life full of blessings as they become a sweet little family of three.


The session was at Balboa Island so the bebe definitely needed his first Balboa bar =)











Monday, March 14, 2011

Allisun, Drew and Indigo | Orange County Photographer in Malibu

Allisun was my favorite college professor at CSUN (California State University Northridge).  She is an amazing interpreting teacher who puts her heart and soul into every lesson, every student. I feel so very fortunate to have studied under her. Even more fortunate that she has become one of my best friends. I feel so flattered to be the one to document these special moments between Allisun, Drew and Indigo. Drew and Allisun are absolutely made for each other. This was the first time I had met Drew.  The chemistry between the two of them was undeniable and their love for Indigo completes the package. I am beyond thrilled for them and cannot wait to see what the future has in store.














Sunday, March 13, 2011

Lani and Taj, my loves

Just a few recent photos of the babes. They are seriously the sweetest, they keep me super busy and my heart full of love..











Wednesday, March 2, 2011

Julie, Alex and Sebatstian | Orange County family portrait photographer in Santa Monica

I absolutely love what I do, and I love meeting solid, amazing families along the way. It was a pleasure photographing Julie, Alex and Sebastian. They were so in love and so happy, makes me feel warm and fuzzy looking through their photos








Friday, February 25, 2011

Maria!! | Orange County Portrait Photographer

Where to begin… LOVE this girl! Maria and I go way way back. She trained me at a restaurant in the valley (Stanley's) and we have been tight ever since. It is not very often I meet someone who is actually louder than me haha.  Needless to say, I was THRILLED when Maria asked me to take some new headshots for her as well as some photos for her personal training/fitness business. I am so stoked for her, HUGE things are happening and she deserves it more than anyone. She is absolutely gorgeous and the coolest, most down to earth real chick you will ever meet. Remember the name MARIA DelleGrazie, BIG things I tell ya!
Also check out her website http://relentlessfitnessla.com/ they were just featured on "Good Day La". click on the Good Day La link to see what they are all about. If you are in the valley and looking for an amazing workout, look no further, Maria will get your mind, body and soul in shape.





Tuesday, February 22, 2011

Arianne and Kevin | Orange County Wedding Photographer

Arianne and Kevin had an absolutely magical wedding day at Concannon Vineyard. Their love is so strong it brought me to tears numerous times.  I feel beyond flattered they chose me to document their day. Seriously, I felt like one of the family, what an honor! Their family and friends welcomed me with open arms and we just had an awesome time. Since Arianne and Kevin are Deaf, the ceremony was conducted in ASL (American Sign Language). It was breathtakingly BEAUTIFUL. I love that I am fluent in ASL and can catch the signs as I am shooting, as is my assistant at the wedding Shannon Flores.  HUGE shout out to Shanni, she did an amazing job.


Arriane and Kevin, I wish you a lifetime full of love and passion. I will never forget this day, it was truly one of the most moving weddings I have ever been a part of. xo
Here are a *few* of my favorites from the day..




This was before Kevin had seen Arianne for the first time











(the man on the right is signing "cute, just happened to catch it)


(gorgeous kiss shot taken by Shannon)

Their first dance, song being interpreted in ASL