Boutwell Studio

Montage Laguna Beach Wedding, Casi & Jason

chenin — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 23:53:44 +0000

I started off the 2012 season with a sweet and intimate wedding at the Montage Resort in Laguna Beach. Casi and Jason smiled the whole day and it made for an amazing first wedding of the year.

Langham Hotel Wedding featured in The Knot Magazine

chenin — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 23:27:14 +0000

I’m thrilled to share that Katherine and Terence’s lovely Langham Hotel wedding was featured in The Knot Magazine this month. Congrats to the adorable couple and special thanks to The Knot Magazine for including my photography!

Scout’s Rainbow First Birthday Party!

chenin — Wed, 16 Nov 2011 07:00:41 +0000

My sweet little Scout turned one last week! I thought I’d share a few sweet details of her party, including this beautiful invitation by Farmwood Press and her lovely cake by Sweet and Saucy Shop.

And Scout enjoying her cake -

For TONS more detail photos and lots of DIY rainbow goodness, head on over to my other blog, Fudge Banana Swirl.

Rustic Mountain Wedding, Flagstaff Wedding, Ashley & Tony

chenin — Thu, 20 Oct 2011 22:07:14 +0000

It was such a pleasure to travel to Flagstaff, Arizona last weekend to photograph Ashley and Tony’ charming, rustic wedding. With beautiful Fall colors, sweet DIY details and the perfect mountain setting, this was one of my favorite weddings this year.

Malibu Wedding Photographer, Saddlerock Ranch, Dara & Danny

chenin — Mon, 10 Oct 2011 21:57:20 +0000

Dara and Danny had a beautiful wedding at Saddlerock Ranch in Malibu, CA. It was a perfect day, spearheaded by the delightful Angel of Events of Love and Splendor. With the help of Heirloom LA (yum!), Flawless Faces, florist Lily Song, Cake Monkey and Shade Tree Films, this was a wonderful day for a very deserving couple.

Newport Beach Wedding Photographer, Big Canyon, Cristin & Greg

chenin — Wed, 21 Sep 2011 20:18:54 +0000

Last weekend, this adorably in love couple tied the knot at Big Canyon Country Club in Newport Beach, CA. I was so thrilled to share this special day with such an amazing couple and their awesome family and friends.

Los Angeles Wedding Photographer, Stacey & Josh

chenin — Tue, 06 Sep 2011 21:45:18 +0000

Stacey and Josh tied the knot against the gorgeous backdrop of Oakmont Country Club. I felt so lucky to capture this very sweet couple’s beautiful wedding day.

Palos Verdes Wedding Photographer, Nicky & Ben

chenin — Thu, 01 Sep 2011 22:12:33 +0000

Nicky and Ben started their day with an intimate ceremony at Wayfarer’s Chapel in Palos Verdes, followed by a big party later in the evening for all of their family and friends. It was truly a pleasure to capture this sweet couple’s special day.

Orange County Birth Photographer, Welcome Baby Charley!

chenin — Wed, 24 Aug 2011 16:29:51 +0000

About four months ago, I put out an all-points bulletin on Twitter and Facebook that I was looking for a family who would allow me to photograph their birth experience. I thought it might take weeks, even months, to find a family who was interested. To my surprise, I was contacted almost immediately by Gianna, who was every bit as excited as I was. Fast forward a few months and Gianna and I met for coffee to discuss her birth plan and get to know each other. When I met Gianna I instantly fell in love with her openness, honesty and absolute bravery for letting me document her birth.

All in all, I spent about 11 hours photographing Baby Charley’s arrival in to this crazy world. With Gianna’s husband, Gary, Gianna’s two best friends, her Mother in law and her own mom on Skype from New York, this was a very full delivery room. The sheer energy in the room and excitement for the arrival of this baby was infectious and I am so grateful for the experience. Baby Charley is a very lucky little girl.

And for the photos that this family so graciously allowed me to share with you…

To Gianna, Gary and Baby Charley! I will never be able to repay you for allowing me this experience. I grew as an artist and, most importantly, as a mom. Thank you, thank you, thank you.

Orange County Maternity Photographer, Sarah & Justin

chenin — Mon, 15 Aug 2011 20:53:25 +0000

I was lucky enough to photograph Sarah and Justin’s wedding five years ago and was thrilled to find out that they’re expecting a little one this Fall. It was such a treat to reconnect with this beautiful couple and to share in their baby joy -