Crush Photo Studios's Blog

“Sinner or Saint”

crushphotostudios — Mon, 29 Mar 2010 23:04:44 +0000

Crush Photo Studios collaborated with The Living Room Salon (reality show’s OC Housewives’ exclusive hair salon and our neighbors across the street) to create an amazing pre-Valentines Day project, “Sinner or Saint”. They provided the hair and make-up and of course we did the photography. It was quite a pleasure to work with such a friendly and talented staff. Next time you’re in need of beauty services, stop by The Living Room Salon, you may never know who you’ll run into.

Fashion + Freedom = International Princess Project

crushphotostudios — Fri, 26 Mar 2010 22:33:29 +0000

What do you get when you combine Crush Photo Studios with stunning Indian fabrics and efforts to end and raise awareness for human trafficking? You get the September 25th, 2009 International Princess Project, and I was the event photographer. Set at the beautiful Shore Break Hotel, the evening included photographing delicious Indian cuisines, luscious cocktails, compelling dance performances, henna tattoos, live performances, a fashion show, and not to mention the Punjammies’ bazaar. It was definitely an eventful evening! For more information about this organization, please visit International Princess Project.

Crush Photo Studios and upcoming reality star at Kid Cudi’s Album Release Party

crushphotostudios — Wed, 24 Mar 2010 20:57:35 +0000

We had the privilege to photograph one amazing event, Kid Cudi’s Album Release Party at the Playhouse Club in LA. It was a night of stars! Kid Cudi entertained us with his musical abilities. Ashley from the Pussycat Dolls graced us with her personality. And our very own, Monica (wearing the vest and sunglasses), touched us with her beauty while discussing her new project, starring in an upcoming reality show. Take a good look at her face, because soon enough it will appear once again…and Crush Photo Studios will be here in the process to keep you all posted.

And happily ever after…the Hartzel Wedding

crushphotostudios — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 22:32:41 +0000

It was quite an honor to be selected as the wedding photographer for Lindsey’s and Ahren’s destination wedding, located at the very first Adobe built in California, in Monterey. The festivities were celebrated among Lindsey’s family and friends from Canada and Ahren’s from Northern California. The newlyweds are currently beginning their lives together in Costa Mesa, but next on their list is to relocate to San Jose and establish a local pub. The wedding was truly a success! I had a wonderful time with them, their family, and friends…and wish them a lifetime full of love, happiness, and success!

Crush Photo Studios meets with Special Agent Shemar Moore

crushphotostudios — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 21:59:07 +0000

You may know him as Special Agent Derek Morgan on Criminal Minds, but to his mother and the many other sufferers of multiple sclerosis, he’s truly a special agent. After his mother’s diagnosis of MS, Moore combined his passion for biking with his mission to raise awareness of the disease. To discuss his efforts, he recently met with ABILITY Magazine, and I had the opportunity to photograph him at his beautiful Los Angeles home for the spread.
For more information on disability awareness, please visit ABILITY Magazine.

Virginia & Elaine Madsen Photo shoot ~ Ladies, I can’t wait to get old!

crushphotostudios — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 21:55:40 +0000

That’s right, I said it…I can’t wait to get old! After hearing about the new collaboration between Golden Globe and Academy Award-nominated actress, Virginia Madsen, and her mother, Elaine Madsen, I Know a Woman Like That, I truly achieved a new perspective on the idea of aging. While photographing Ms. Madsen for the ABILITY Magazine spread, she explained that as long as one remains engaged in life, aging is a wonderful experience. Well said Madsens!
For more information on disability awareness, please visit ABILITY Magazine.

David Landers “Squiggy” from Laverne and Shirley

crushphotostudios — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 21:47:33 +0000

Remember that 80’s (maybe it was the 70’s) comedy Laverne and Shirley? It was a spin-off from Happy Days that always began with Laverne (the one who had the letter ‘L’ monogrammed on her blouses) and Shirley skipping down the road, arm in arm, chanting “1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 Schlemiel! Schlimazel! Hasenpfeffer Incorporated!” Will…I’ m honored to say that Crush Photo Studios had the opportunity to photograph Squiggy from the show! He was the one who always said “Hello” in that recognizable, nasally voice. The shoot was for a spread in ABILITY Magazine, where he discussed his journey through life with multiple sclerosis (MS). I didn’t know this prior, but, he actually kept his MS a secret for most of his profession in order to prevent jeopardizing his Hollywood career.
For more information on disability awareness, please visit ABILITY Magazine.

Brett Williams

crushphotostudios — Sat, 10 Oct 2009 21:08:32 +0000

I went up to LA to work with Brett on expanding his portfolio. His versatility made him so much fun to work with!

RJ Mitte in ABILITY Magazine

crushphotostudios — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 20:37:06 +0000

Here’s the spread of RJ Mitte in ABILITY Magazine last month. The concept of this magazine is awesome as it tackles every angle of the reality of living with disabilities. I am honored that I am able to be involved with ABILITY and that I get to use my talent in a way that helps bring awareness to an important issue! Check it out when you have a chance http://abilitymagazine.com

A Malibu Wedding!

crushphotostudios — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 23:02:43 +0000

I had the opportunity to witness and photograph the wedding of Ryan & Tracy this last weekend. It was so much fun and the location was awesome!