• I've been on a podcast binge and came across Shawn Achor's masterclass about breakthroughs in positive psychology. He talks about the practice of mindfulness and taking time everyday to write down the things you are grateful for. I really try my best to be a positive person and see the beauty in all things--even challenges. It's tricky sometimes y'all! By sitting down and writing five to ten things you are grateful for, you are training the brain towards gratitude and as a result gratitude comes more easily the more you practice. Seems easy enough! I started today and it feels pretty darn good so far. I feel grateful for all of my lovely couples-for all of the travel adventures and trusting me to capture their special and very personal day. I appreciate you all more than words can express! ⁣⠀ ⁣⠀ What are you grateful for? #gratitude #destinationwedding #dailysinpiration
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    I've been on a podcast binge and came across Shawn Achor's masterclass about breakthroughs in positive psychology. He talks about the practice of mindfulness and taking time everyday to write down the things you are grateful for. I really try my best to be a positive person and see the beauty in all things--even challenges. It's tricky sometimes y'all! By sitting down and writing five to ten things you are grateful for, you are training the brain towards gratitude and as a result gratitude comes more easily the more you practice. Seems easy enough! I started today and it feels pretty darn good so far. I feel grateful for all of my lovely couples-for all of the travel adventures and trusting me to capture their special and very personal day. I appreciate you all more than words can express! ⁣⠀ ⁣⠀ What are you grateful for? #gratitude #destinationwedding #dailysinpiration
  • Dodged traffic and Instagrammers to find this sweet spot in the poppy fields. It was worth it. Can’t wait to share more pictures with you! I took a million of @carlachoyphoto so get ready 💐 #poppyfields #superbloom2019 Photo by @carlachoyphoto
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    Dodged traffic and Instagrammers to find this sweet spot in the poppy fields. It was worth it. Can’t wait to share more pictures with you! I took a million of @carlachoyphoto so get ready 💐 #poppyfields #superbloom2019 Photo by @carlachoyphoto
  • I'll never forget my first photography job- a portrait session with two adorable sisters who lived in my neighborhood. They were both under the age of 10 and from what I remember...they were nervous. I was a bit nervous too. I put the camera down and asked them to show me their jungle-gym in the backyard. I immediately felt like a kid again! . Taking pictures at that point felt effortless and I was reminded of how powerful a child's creativity and imagination can be. . It is still one of my greatest joys-photographing children and seeing the world through their eyes. That's why for the next #30for30, I had to include Claire and Charlie. I first photographed them in Denver a few years back. Every-time I see them it takes me back to that time playing in the jungle-gym. The mind of a child is one of the most beautiful gifts. The innocence and imagination is something I will always seek to be around and never take for granted. Life is just too darn short and we can take ourselves too seriously! We could all use a little reminder to get in touch with our inner-child. #foreveryoung #kidsportraits #ishootfilm #filmisnotdead #analog #bottegalouie #hasselblad #richardsphotolab #margotlandenphotography #losangelesfilm #kodakportra #filmcommunity #hasselblad500c #filmisalive #grainisgood #shootthepeople
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    I'll never forget my first photography job- a portrait session with two adorable sisters who lived in my neighborhood. They were both under the age of 10 and from what I remember...they were nervous. I was a bit nervous too. I put the camera down and asked them to show me their jungle-gym in the backyard. I immediately felt like a kid again! . Taking pictures at that point felt effortless and I was reminded of how powerful a child's creativity and imagination can be. . It is still one of my greatest joys-photographing children and seeing the world through their eyes. That's why for the next #30for30, I had to include Claire and Charlie. I first photographed them in Denver a few years back. Every-time I see them it takes me back to that time playing in the jungle-gym. The mind of a child is one of the most beautiful gifts. The innocence and imagination is something I will always seek to be around and never take for granted. Life is just too darn short and we can take ourselves too seriously! We could all use a little reminder to get in touch with our inner-child. #foreveryoung #kidsportraits #ishootfilm #filmisnotdead #analog #bottegalouie #hasselblad #richardsphotolab #margotlandenphotography #losangelesfilm #kodakportra #filmcommunity #hasselblad500c #filmisalive #grainisgood #shootthepeople
  • I’ve been sitting with this portrait for more than a week. Word’s can’t do justice! Next up #30for30 @diputsboy My dear friend Seth... He is a cinematographer, director, and one of the most talented visual storytellers I know. He taught me so much about finding the narrative using composition and light. Seeing him work is the most fascinating and inspiring lesson. Beyond his insane talent, he is also one of my most trusted friends. He’s the kind of friend you can be vulnerable with. He celebrates it and gives the best advice. I sure do love you sweet friend. Thanks for letting me snap this picture of you. Let’s find a horse for the next one 📷 🐴 #kodakportra #filmisnotdead #silverlakephotographer #richardsphotolab #filmportrait #shootmorefilm #kodakqueens #kodakportra #analogphotography #analogfilm #hasselblad500c #analogpeople #peopleinfilm #filmforever
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    I’ve been sitting with this portrait for more than a week. Word’s can’t do justice! Next up #30for30 @diputsboy My dear friend Seth... He is a cinematographer, director, and one of the most talented visual storytellers I know. He taught me so much about finding the narrative using composition and light. Seeing him work is the most fascinating and inspiring lesson. Beyond his insane talent, he is also one of my most trusted friends. He’s the kind of friend you can be vulnerable with. He celebrates it and gives the best advice. I sure do love you sweet friend. Thanks for letting me snap this picture of you. Let’s find a horse for the next one 📷 🐴 #kodakportra #filmisnotdead #silverlakephotographer #richardsphotolab #filmportrait #shootmorefilm #kodakqueens #kodakportra #analogphotography #analogfilm #hasselblad500c #analogpeople #peopleinfilm #filmforever
  • One of the greatest things about being in Los Angeles is having access to that big beautiful ocean. ⁣⠀ ⁣⠀ I'll never forget the first time I moved to LA back in 2010. My little 20-somethin' self was so nervous--white knuckled for the entire 1400 mile trip. It was a big change and changes can be scary. All the nerves went away once I saw that ocean. It still gets me. I love watching surfers do their dance. Yes, it is a sport but it's also pretty darn creative and very inspiring. ⁣🌈 ⁣⠀ 12 days in for the #30for30 challenge and I'M CALLING FOR ALL THE SURFERS. Many of you I know, some I’ve never met and just way too many good ones to choose from. If you want to be on the #30for30 list and share a conversation with me and the Hasselblad, comment below or send me a dm! ⁣ ⁣⠀ Can't wait to share all of the beautiful faces with you all! It's been a very adventurous 2 weeks. Shout-out to @lushpalm for teaching me all about the surfing culture and why it's so easy to crave! ⁣⠀ .⁣⠀ .⁣⠀ .⁣⠀ .⁣⠀ .⁣⠀ #losangeleseditorial #portraitseason #instagood #portraitsessions #artistsoninstagram #artistofinstagram #grainisgood #lavibe #sky #surfculture #socalsurf #malibusurf #vintagevw #vintagecalifornia #beachlife #exploremore #surflife #socalphotographer #beherenow #lifemantra #connectwithnature #vwbus
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    One of the greatest things about being in Los Angeles is having access to that big beautiful ocean. ⁣⠀ ⁣⠀ I'll never forget the first time I moved to LA back in 2010. My little 20-somethin' self was so nervous--white knuckled for the entire 1400 mile trip. It was a big change and changes can be scary. All the nerves went away once I saw that ocean. It still gets me. I love watching surfers do their dance. Yes, it is a sport but it's also pretty darn creative and very inspiring. ⁣🌈 ⁣⠀ 12 days in for the #30for30 challenge and I'M CALLING FOR ALL THE SURFERS. Many of you I know, some I’ve never met and just way too many good ones to choose from. If you want to be on the #30for30 list and share a conversation with me and the Hasselblad, comment below or send me a dm! ⁣ ⁣⠀ Can't wait to share all of the beautiful faces with you all! It's been a very adventurous 2 weeks. Shout-out to @lushpalm for teaching me all about the surfing culture and why it's so easy to crave! ⁣⠀ .⁣⠀ .⁣⠀ .⁣⠀ .⁣⠀ .⁣⠀ #losangeleseditorial #portraitseason #instagood #portraitsessions #artistsoninstagram #artistofinstagram #grainisgood #lavibe #sky #surfculture #socalsurf #malibusurf #vintagevw #vintagecalifornia #beachlife #exploremore #surflife #socalphotographer #beherenow #lifemantra #connectwithnature #vwbus
  • Growing up in the south I had such close friendships with my neighbors. They were family. We would spend holidays together, share home-cooked meals and have sleepovers. It was something I easily took for granted as I child. ⁣⠀ ⁣⠀ As an adult, I see how rare it is to have this special connection with the people who live close by. I must say I feel pretty darn blessed to have Kelsey as my neighbor. She does more than just pickup my mail when I'm not home. She is a trusted friend, incredible actor, has wonderful taste in independent film and makes one fine bowl of gazpacho👌🏼. ⁣⠀ We shot this one outside our building in Los Feliz. We only had 12 minutes. Thanks for giving me your all sweet friend! No question you had to be on the #30for30 list! @holy.stokes ⁣@richardsphotolab .⁣⠀ .⁣⠀ .⁣⠀ .⁣⠀ #girlgaze #hasselblad #kodak #keepshootingfilm #30for30 #instamagazine_ #analogueportraits #visualscollection #portraitpage #filmphotography #filmisnotdead #illgrammers #snobshots #postthepeople #hsdailyfeature #createexplore #mediumformatfilm #back2thebase #hasselblad500series #madewithkodak #makeportraits #laportraits #losfelizphotos #margotlanden
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    Growing up in the south I had such close friendships with my neighbors. They were family. We would spend holidays together, share home-cooked meals and have sleepovers. It was something I easily took for granted as I child. ⁣⠀ ⁣⠀ As an adult, I see how rare it is to have this special connection with the people who live close by. I must say I feel pretty darn blessed to have Kelsey as my neighbor. She does more than just pickup my mail when I'm not home. She is a trusted friend, incredible actor, has wonderful taste in independent film and makes one fine bowl of gazpacho👌🏼. ⁣⠀ We shot this one outside our building in Los Feliz. We only had 12 minutes. Thanks for giving me your all sweet friend! No question you had to be on the #30for30 list! @holy.stokes ⁣@richardsphotolab .⁣⠀ .⁣⠀ .⁣⠀ .⁣⠀ #girlgaze #hasselblad #kodak #keepshootingfilm #30for30 #instamagazine_ #analogueportraits #visualscollection #portraitpage #filmphotography #filmisnotdead #illgrammers #snobshots #postthepeople #hsdailyfeature #createexplore #mediumformatfilm #back2thebase #hasselblad500series #madewithkodak #makeportraits #laportraits #losfelizphotos #margotlanden
  • Just received my @kodak scans from @richardsphotolab and I'm SUPER pumped to announce who is next on the #30for30 list! Oh beautiful Melissa... Anyone who meets Melissa immediately gets a sense of her adventurous down-to-earth spirit and lust for life. It's quite contagious. Every-time we chat I get this urge to hop on a plane to Europe. She makes killer pistachio/walnut spiced biscotti and just earned her Masters of public administration. Bravo sweet friend. She is a lover of all things Italian and makes a stronnnnng limoncello. Melissa is also quite comfortable in front of the camera, lucky me. We snapped this one in my courtyard just before her graduation party. A one-take wonder this gal! #kodak #richardsphotolab #hasselblad
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    Just received my @kodak scans from @richardsphotolab and I'm SUPER pumped to announce who is next on the #30for30 list! Oh beautiful Melissa... Anyone who meets Melissa immediately gets a sense of her adventurous down-to-earth spirit and lust for life. It's quite contagious. Every-time we chat I get this urge to hop on a plane to Europe. She makes killer pistachio/walnut spiced biscotti and just earned her Masters of public administration. Bravo sweet friend. She is a lover of all things Italian and makes a stronnnnng limoncello. Melissa is also quite comfortable in front of the camera, lucky me. We snapped this one in my courtyard just before her graduation party. A one-take wonder this gal! #kodak #richardsphotolab #hasselblad
  • All of this LA rain finally gave me a chance to sit down and prioritize personal trips. Which oddly enough...I don't get to do too often. It is a real treat to travel for work--truly it is! But, there is something about going to the airport with just a large backpack that feels so darn good. Day trips are my favorite but this year I'm thinking...⁣⠀ ⁣⠀ PERU! ⠀ ⠀ This place looks otherworldly! It's been a goal of mine to see Machu Picchu which is 7,970 feet above sea level. This means I should start conditioning for that right now, yes? I'm also really determined to become friends with a llama...so there’s that. ⠀ ⁣⠀ Anyone have travel tips for PERU? Please leave a comment below or tell me of any trips you plan on taking this year! x M⁣⠀ ⁣⠀ photo by the very talented @carlachoyphoto⁣⠀ .⁣⠀ .⁣⠀ . ⁣⠀ . ⁣⠀ . ⁣⠀ #portraitofself #hasselblad #nolalove #losfeliz #margotlandenphotography #keepitsimple #loveourfamilies #traveltips #girlgaze #travelbug #peru #hassieseries #keepshooting #dailyinspiration #familyportraitsession
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    All of this LA rain finally gave me a chance to sit down and prioritize personal trips. Which oddly enough...I don't get to do too often. It is a real treat to travel for work--truly it is! But, there is something about going to the airport with just a large backpack that feels so darn good. Day trips are my favorite but this year I'm thinking...⁣⠀ ⁣⠀ PERU! ⠀ ⠀ This place looks otherworldly! It's been a goal of mine to see Machu Picchu which is 7,970 feet above sea level. This means I should start conditioning for that right now, yes? I'm also really determined to become friends with a llama...so there’s that. ⠀ ⁣⠀ Anyone have travel tips for PERU? Please leave a comment below or tell me of any trips you plan on taking this year! x M⁣⠀ ⁣⠀ photo by the very talented @carlachoyphoto⁣⠀ .⁣⠀ .⁣⠀ . ⁣⠀ . ⁣⠀ . ⁣⠀ #portraitofself #hasselblad #nolalove #losfeliz #margotlandenphotography #keepitsimple #loveourfamilies #traveltips #girlgaze #travelbug #peru #hassieseries #keepshooting #dailyinspiration #familyportraitsession
  • Really happy to finally share one of my favorite moments from Branden and Cheo's wedding - moments before walking down the aisle. ⁣⠀ ⁣⠀ There is nothing like resting in the stillness of just us. ⁣ Absolutely love shooting in NY and can’t wait to do it again this year ❤️ Thanks gentleman for having me. .⁣⠀ .⁣⠀ .⁣⠀ .⁣⠀ #weddings #groomandgroom #nycwedding #empirestate #loveislove #newyorkweddings #nycweddingphotography #groomstyle #reception #caratsandcake #blackandwhitephotography #manhattanlove #bwphotography
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    Really happy to finally share one of my favorite moments from Branden and Cheo's wedding - moments before walking down the aisle. ⁣⠀ ⁣⠀ There is nothing like resting in the stillness of just us. ⁣ Absolutely love shooting in NY and can’t wait to do it again this year ❤️ Thanks gentleman for having me. .⁣⠀ .⁣⠀ .⁣⠀ .⁣⠀ #weddings #groomandgroom #nycwedding #empirestate #loveislove #newyorkweddings #nycweddingphotography #groomstyle #reception #caratsandcake #blackandwhitephotography #manhattanlove #bwphotography
  • I just have to take a second and thank everyone for all of your comments and dm's from my post last week. (re: literary inspiration, hands in the sky photo)⁣ ⁣ It's not always an easy thing to be vulnerable and share inner struggles (especially on social media) but all of your heartfelt words, book and scripture suggestions have kept me on the right track for my inner peace mission. I'm so grateful my darlings! Taking just 30 minutes (or more) a day to go for a walk, read, draw, bake etc. has reopened my heart to nature and art. I especially love those Los Feliz walks. The palm trees are freakishly tall and I can't get enough of them. ⁣ ⁣ Looking for a new hiking spot-- LA and beyond, leave a comment for suggestions! #madewithkodak #richardsphotolab #nature⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ #losangeleseditorial #kodakporta #fashionblog #portraitseason #hasselblad500 #instagood #filmisnotdead #artistsoninstagram #artistofinstagram #analog #fujifilm #travel #filmisalive #hasselblad #instagood #analoguevibes #filmmaker #camera #shootfilm #grainisgood #lavibe #sky #istillshootfilm #thefilmcommunity #love #analogfeatures #losfelizphotographer
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    I just have to take a second and thank everyone for all of your comments and dm's from my post last week. (re: literary inspiration, hands in the sky photo)⁣ ⁣ It's not always an easy thing to be vulnerable and share inner struggles (especially on social media) but all of your heartfelt words, book and scripture suggestions have kept me on the right track for my inner peace mission. I'm so grateful my darlings! Taking just 30 minutes (or more) a day to go for a walk, read, draw, bake etc. has reopened my heart to nature and art. I especially love those Los Feliz walks. The palm trees are freakishly tall and I can't get enough of them. ⁣ ⁣ Looking for a new hiking spot-- LA and beyond, leave a comment for suggestions! #madewithkodak #richardsphotolab #nature⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ #losangeleseditorial #kodakporta #fashionblog #portraitseason #hasselblad500 #instagood #filmisnotdead #artistsoninstagram #artistofinstagram #analog #fujifilm #travel #filmisalive #hasselblad #instagood #analoguevibes #filmmaker #camera #shootfilm #grainisgood #lavibe #sky #istillshootfilm #thefilmcommunity #love #analogfeatures #losfelizphotographer