I had a fantastic lunch appointment today on Las Olas with Dawn Kirk, a future bride who encouraged me with these words... "Mike, the reason I've come to you is because this is your passion. If I could take beautiful images I wouldn't need you, but you are the artist and I need you to take hold of the day and add your creative touch." When someone not only values your work, but more importantly values you as an artist...a creator...a visionary, this is one of the greatest compliments one could offer. I love what I do but....i think I love sharing what I do with others even more. Just a reminder: if there is someone in your life or even someone you don't even know that you believe deserves recognition, then tell them. Whether you write them a letter, take them to lunch, drop them an email or whatever you think of...just don't keep it to yourself.

Image: Vivianne & Junior Engagement Session

So much to do, so little time! Here are a few images from e-sessions with Rigo & Leslie and Dustin & Erika as I prep for their weddings this month.

I love the connection these images convey and the passion they have for one another...

Here's a little montage from the event here in San Diego I shot this weekend. There's definitely nothing like California but I can't wait to be home to see Gisela and friends. I'll be heading home on the red eye tonight. See you soon...

If you haven't already voted, a few posts ago I ran a poll to see what the most popular form of engagement proposal would be. For a while there, the specialized and romantic categories ran "neck & neck" however it looks like specialized maintains the lead here lately. Below are a few images taken during Jose and Michelle's engagement photo session that just might remind Michelle of Jose's life changing words on that special day in Palm Beach. "If I were to propose to you I would...."

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In preparing for Chris and Suzana's wedding slideshow I came across this image that just makes time stand still. In speaking to Chris just the other day he shared with me how excited he is to get married and start his life with Suzana as his bride, which is not far away. You two fit together perfectly and I'm looking forward to an amazing day with you & your family.