Lorie Chambless Photography

Crabtree Family; Bakersfield, CA

admin — Fri, 27 Oct 2017 04:00:32 +0000

Oh my GOODNESS did I love my morning with the fun and beautiful Crabtree foursome. We started out with coffee at the always amazing Cafe Smitten and then spent the morning wandering and laughing our way around down town. Absolute perfection.

Jeff & Carly; Got Married! Shafter, CA

admin — Wed, 27 Sep 2017 07:13:11 +0000

I first met Carly when she and her best girlfriends hired me to shoot their high school graduation portraits. I remember cupcakes, lots of laughs and ending in a splash pad.

It was an honor that after a handful of years later, she would allow me the honor of photographing her wedding to Jeff. They are such a sweet couple who genuinely love and respect each other. It was such a beautiful celebration of the beginning of their lives together.

I hope you enjoy these images as much as I did creating them. And a special shout out to Ally Swen Photography for second shooting for me.

Scott, Heather & Hudson; Expecting!

admin — Sun, 13 Aug 2017 11:58:42 +0000

I photographed their wedding a handful of years ago and have been humbled and honored every time they chose me to capture the big and little milestones of their family. I could not BE more excited to meet their new little one in just a few short weeks. Congrats to you, Scott, Heather and big brother Hudson.

Koenig Family; Santa Cruz, CA

admin — Mon, 07 Aug 2017 15:49:54 +0000

The sweet Koenig trio were a part of my road trip this summer-and I’m SO glad they were. I had never been to Santa Cruz before and they took me to beautiful locations and then pointed my family in the direction of really great food. Pherf, Melinda, and Theo, Thank you SO much for having me.

Thomas&Natalie; Got Married! Bakersfield, CA

admin — Sun, 25 Jun 2017 19:43:55 +0000

It brings me so. much. joy to show you the sweet and intimate wedding of Thomas&Natalie. They wanted their wedding to be an uncomplicated gathering of their nearest and dearest. Everything down to the cake and food was a collaboration of their tight circle of friends and family. It was the perfect celebration of them and their commitment. Thank you Thomas & Natalie for having me. It was an honor.

Natalie had her mothers dress redone and it was spectacular.

Thomas’ parents backyard was INCREDIBLE.

When in Bakersfield…Smith’s happy face cookies are a must.

On the Road

admin — Mon, 27 Mar 2017 19:11:23 +0000

I am OVERJOYED to announce that we are hitting the road this summer, adventuring all over Northern California and are now booking sessions! We’ll be in the Bay area, Sacramento, Redding, Tahoe, Yosemite, and willing to explore anywhere nearby that you might want us to come to. We’re excited to discover new places, meet new people and photograph you and your family right where you live, in the places near you that bring you joy, represent who you are and feel like home.

The details: We’re basing our itinerary and locations on You! Our time frame is July 16-29, 2017. Our session fees begin at $350 and include your digital images available to download. You’ll get about an hour of shooting and around 50-75 images.

If you have any questions I would be happy to discuss them with you. Just click the contact button at the top.

I am so looking forward to meeting you!

Andy & Katie; Engaged! Bakersfield, CA

admin — Mon, 25 Apr 2016 19:12:02 +0000

These two and their sweet Nixon make me so incredibly happy. Thank you Andy and Katie for spending the evening with me!

Orchard Sessions; Bakersfield, CA

admin — Mon, 07 Mar 2016 21:48:15 +0000

Every spring, for about two weeks, the almond orchards bloom in the central valley. It is such a gorgeous opportunity for mini sessions. Here are a few of my favorites from this year.

Jason & Lydia; Got Married! Bakersfield, CA

admin — Mon, 04 Jan 2016 20:23:34 +0000

These two love birds celebrated their one year anniversary over the weekend so I thought it was high time to blog about their lovely wedding. It was sweet and simple and intimate and cold. But the laughter, coffee and blazing fires kept us all warm. Thank you Jason and Lydia, for trusting in me to capture your sweet beginning.

Trovato Family; Avila Beach, CA

admin — Mon, 19 Oct 2015 19:21:45 +0000

A couple weeks ago we snuck over to the coast for the day so we could beat the heat and I could capture a couple family sessions. It was hotter than expected and there were SO many people (hello photo-bombers everywhere) , but the sweet Trovato family stuck it out and I’m so glad they did. I’m in love with our images. I hope you love them as much as I do. Thank you Joe, Kim, Abby & Tate.