by admin | Aug 6, 2014 | Emma York, La Brisa, Wedding Photography
Here is a preview of the images that were displayed during Megan and Justin’s wedding reception in Manhattan, KS! Be sure to “LIKE” the La Brisa FB page (www.facebook.com/labrisaphotography) where I will be posting a TON more of their images soon!...
by admin | Aug 6, 2014 | 52 Weeks of Awesomeness, Autumn Shoemaker, Chris Hsieh, La Brisa, Photographers, Sarah Gudeman
As a photographer, sometimes you need to work on things outside of your normal day-to-day life and this project is going to help us (and you) challenge, grow and creatively develop your photography as a whole. Weekly for the next year, we will be creating images and...
by admin | Aug 4, 2014 | Chris Hsieh, La Brisa, Wedding Photography
Here is a preview of the images that were displayed during Erin and Michael’s wedding reception! Be sure to “LIKE” the La Brisa FB page (www.facebook.com/labrisaphotography) where we will be posting a TON more of their images soon! ~ Chris Interested...
by admin | Aug 4, 2014 | La Brisa, Sarah Gudeman, Wedding Photography
Congratulations to Sarah and Adam! Here is a preview of the images that were displayed during their wedding reception in Manhattan, KS! Be sure to “LIKE” the La Brisa page (www.facebook.com/labrisaphotography) where more of their wedding images will be...
by admin | Aug 1, 2014 | Aspiring Photographer Workshop (APW), La Brisa, Pay It Forward, Photographers, Photography Competitions
Happy August everyone! Today, I am happy to announce the winner of the La Brisa APW Monthly Photography Competition #18 in the La Brisa Aspiring Photographer Workshop (APW) group on Facebook! For July, the theme was “RED” and members of the group voted for...
by admin | Jul 31, 2014 | Chris Hsieh, Family Photography, Joy Sessions, La Brisa, Pet Photography
Joanna and Mitch are two of Brisa and my dearest friends. Their kids, Bristol and Knoxville are best friends to our own kids, Paz and Figgins. When we all lived in Houston, we used to get together all the time for doggy playdates and eating awesome food! They now live...
by admin | Jul 30, 2014 | Autumn Shoemaker, Baby Photography, Children Photography, Family Photography, Joy Sessions, La Brisa
The R Family could not get any cuter. There, I said it. COULD. NOT. Seriously. When we met immediately little Tenley had my heart. Despite the copious amounts of cotton raining down on us, and fighting for dry patches of earth after a recent massive rain, all three of...
by admin | Jul 30, 2014 | Autumn Shoemaker, Children Photography, Family Photography, Joy Sessions, La Brisa
So the B Family is awesome. That is mostly what you need to know. I said “look fierce”- and they looked fierce. I said “be happy,” and their faces lit up with glorious smiles. I said, “be velociraptors” and WITHOUT...
by admin | Jul 29, 2014 | 52 Weeks of Awesomeness, Autumn Shoemaker, Chris Hsieh, La Brisa, Photographers, Sarah Gudeman
As a photographer, sometimes you need to work on things outside of your normal day-to-day life and this project is going to help us (and you) challenge, grow and creatively develop your photography as a whole. Weekly for the next year, we will be creating images and...
by admin | Jul 29, 2014 | Attraction Sessions, Chris Hsieh, Engagement Photography, La Brisa, Pet Photography
I met Ashley and Brent at their beautiful home in Kingston Springs, TN for their Attraction Session. Upon arrival, I was quickly greeted by their adorable puppy, Promo, and an offer for a beer. Instantly, I knew that this was going to be a phenomenal shoot! =) Ashley...
by admin | Jul 28, 2014 | Emma York, La Brisa, Wedding Photography
Here is a preview of the images that were displayed during Noelle and Tyler’s wedding reception in Lawrence, KS! Be sure to “LIKE” the La Brisa FB page (www.facebook.com/labrisaphotography) where I will be posting a TON more of their images soon!...
by admin | Jul 28, 2014 | Chris Hsieh, La Brisa, Wedding Photography
Megan and Stephen celebrated one of the hottest (literally) and most awesome weddings ever! Congrats again you two! Here is a preview of the images that were displayed during their wedding reception! Be sure to “LIKE” the La Brisa FB page...
by admin | Jul 25, 2014 | Children Photography, Family Photography, Joy Sessions, La Brisa, Sarah Gudeman
I am so excited to share the F Family’s Joy Session with you today! I have had the opportunity to photograph this beautiful family several times and each time I am amazed at how quickly the boys, Jake and Nick, are growing! Jake and Nick were both fairly shy when I...
by admin | Jul 25, 2014 | Anniversary Photography, Attraction Sessions, Chris Hsieh, La Brisa
Emma is a phenomenal photographer. View her incredible work at Rose Wheat Photography. I originally met Emma when she lived in Kansas and though I don’t think we had ever said more than a handful of words to each other previously, we chatted like old friends...
by admin | Jul 24, 2014 | Anniversary Photography, APW Shoot, Aspiring Photographer Workshop (APW), Attraction Sessions, Autumn Shoemaker, La Brisa, Pay It Forward, Photographers, Sarah Gudeman
Thank you to all of the participants who attended! I hope you were able to learn something and that this APW was helpful! Amanda of A. Staats Photography Catherine of Catherine Von Photography DeAnn of DeAnn P. Photography Elizabeth of Elizabeth Estella Photography...
by admin | Jul 24, 2014 | Baby Photography, Children Photography, Family Photography, Joy Sessions, La Brisa, Sarah Gudeman
The H family has been part of the La Brisa clan for quite some time! Erika & Stephen were photographed by B a few years ago (Erika & Stephen | Attraction Session), before adorable Ben and Lucy came along. Working with this sweet family was an absolute joy!...
by admin | Jul 23, 2014 | Autumn Shoemaker, Baby Photography, Children Photography, Joy Sessions, La Brisa
The B family shoot took place in lil’ old Kansas town! This baby boy was just too cute and he very patiently endured lots of photos being taken…. I wish this little family lots of happiness and family love and hope to cross paths with them again someday! ~...
by admin | Jul 23, 2014 | Attraction Sessions, Chris Hsieh, Engagement Photography, La Brisa
Oh my goodness. I first met Stacy at Lindsay and Nolan’s amazing wedding and she was definitely unforgettably awesome. If you know Stacy, you know exactly what I am talking about! When I heard that Stacy was engaged, I hoped that she would contact me because I...
by admin | Jul 23, 2014 | Attraction Sessions, Engagement Photography, La Brisa, Sarah Gudeman
I left Megan and Curt’s Attraction Session so excited that I pulled into a nearby parking lot to look through their images from start to finish because I couldn’t wait until I got home! These two are simply awesome. It is evident that they adore each other and can...
by admin | Jul 23, 2014 | 52 Weeks of Awesomeness, Autumn Shoemaker, Chris Hsieh, La Brisa, Photographers, Sarah Gudeman
As a photographer, sometimes you need to work on things outside of your normal day-to-day life and this project is going to help us (and you) challenge, grow and creatively develop your photography as a whole. Weekly for the next year, we will be creating images and...
by admin | Jul 21, 2014 | La Brisa, Sarah Gudeman, Wedding Photography
Congratulations to Sarah and Ben! Here is a preview of the images that were displayed during their wedding reception in Manhattan, KS! Be sure to “LIKE” the La Brisa page (www.facebook.com/labrisaphotography) where more of their wedding images will be...
by admin | Jul 20, 2014 | Anniversary Photography, Chris Hsieh, Family Photography, La Brisa, Personal
Today, my parents celebrate their 45th wedding anniversary. How amazing is that? My parents immigrated to the US from Taiwan in the late sixties, got married in the US, lived in 8+ states across the midwest and then eventually settled in California. They raised three...
by admin | Jul 18, 2014 | Autumn Shoemaker, Children Photography, Family Photography, Joy Sessions, La Brisa, Pet Photography
The R Family was one of my very first La Brisa clients ever– not only have they continued to trust me with photos of their family, they have all become loyal friends. How can you ask for more than that? This was the first time for us to shoot on Fort...
by admin | Jul 17, 2014 | Autumn Shoemaker, Baby Photography, Children Photography, Family Photography, Joy Sessions, La Brisa
Fellow photographer Kristen of K Rene Photography is unfailingly upbeat and hilarious. She has two adorable little boys and she was kind enough to let me commemorate some great family moments for them! We met up in a park where it was literally snowing cotton....
by admin | Jul 16, 2014 | Autumn Shoemaker, High School Senior Portraits, La Brisa, Style Sessions
I have known Taylor since she was…. about this tall….? That doesn’t translate as well to blog post :)…. Taylor comes from a great family of people, and I love that they trusted me to take her senior pictures! She’s determined, and a...
by admin | Jul 16, 2014 | Children Photography, Family Photography, Joy Sessions, La Brisa, Sarah Gudeman
Today’s blog post features the gorgeous W Family! I met Danielle, Zach, and Truth at Emily & Ty | Wedding | Omaha, NE | Sarah Gudeman in February and could tell right away that this down-to-earth family was going to be a joy to work with. Needless to say, I...
by admin | Jul 15, 2014 | 52 Weeks of Awesomeness, Autumn Shoemaker, Chris Hsieh, La Brisa, Photographers, Sarah Gudeman
As a photographer, sometimes you need to work on things outside of your normal day-to-day life and this project is going to help us (and you) challenge, grow and creatively develop your photography as a whole. Weekly for the next year, we will be creating images and...
by admin | Jul 15, 2014 | Attraction Sessions, Engagement Photography, La Brisa, Sarah Gudeman
On the blog today is Brittney & Jordan’s attraction session that I photographed in Lincoln, NE! We started at UNL’s campus in front of Memorial Stadium, a place near and dear to the couple’s hearts. Jordan proposed to Brittney on the 20 yard line...
by admin | Jul 14, 2014 | Autumn Shoemaker, Chris Hsieh, La Brisa, Wedding Photography
My first wedding in Alaska was magical. Yup, magical. Congratulations to Carissa and Zach!!! Here is a preview of the images that were displayed during their wedding reception! Be sure to “LIKE” the La Brisa FB page (www.facebook.com/labrisaphotography)...
by admin | Jul 14, 2014 | La Brisa, Sarah Gudeman, Wedding Photography
Congratulations to Maria and Adam! Here is a preview of the images that were displayed during their wedding reception in Shelby, OH! Be sure to “LIKE” the La Brisa page (www.facebook.com/labrisaphotography) where more of their wedding images will be posted...
by admin | Jul 11, 2014 | Autumn Shoemaker, Children Photography, Emma York, Family Photography, Joy Sessions, La Brisa
The N Family, Autumn and I went on an early morning drive deep into the rolling hills of Kansas. The sun was shining, the air was crisp, and the N family girls were ready to rock their photo session with style! I had a blast photographing and getting to know you all....
by admin | Jul 10, 2014 | APW Signup, Aspiring Photographer Workshop (APW), Autumn Shoemaker, La Brisa, Photographers, Sarah Gudeman
Hi all, Autumn and Sarah will be hosting a Aspiring Photographer Workshop (APW) on July 17th from 6:45pm-9:15pm and would LOVE for you to attend! They will be sharing how and why they shoot the way they do. APWs are a way for us to give back to the photography...
by admin | Jul 10, 2014 | Attraction Sessions, Emma York, Engagement Photography, La Brisa
Richelle and Luke are blissfully in love. Their love for each other and the amazing light of the evening made for some pretty epic shots. They were so sweet with one another as we made our way around Warner Park and the Top of the World. Richelle & Luke, I had a...
by admin | Jul 8, 2014 | Chris Hsieh, La Brisa, Wedding Photography
Jen and Mike celebrated one of the most ridiculously fun weddings that I have ever had the privilege of attending/photographing. Seriously. Here is a preview of the images that were displayed during their wedding reception! Be sure to “LIKE” the La Brisa...
by admin | Jul 8, 2014 | 52 Weeks of Awesomeness, Chris Hsieh, La Brisa, Photographers, Sarah Gudeman
As a photographer, sometimes you need to work on things outside of your normal day-to-day life and this project is going to help us (and you) challenge, grow and creatively develop your photography as a whole. Weekly for the next year, we will be creating images and...
by admin | Jul 8, 2014 | Emma York, La Brisa, Wedding Photography
Here is a preview of the images that were displayed during Jodie and Matt’s wedding reception in Manhattan, KS! Be sure to “LIKE” the La Brisa FB page (www.facebook.com/labrisaphotography) where I will be posting a TON more of their images soon!...
by admin | Jul 8, 2014 | Emma York, La Brisa, Personal
Sometimes in the chaos of wedding season, a friendly reminder of why you do what you do goes a long way… “Emma (York) is awesome because: she has zen-like abilities to put a smile on people’s faces. It kind of falls into the same category as...
by admin | Jul 3, 2014 | Baby Photography, Children Photography, Family Photography, Joy Sessions, La Brisa, Sarah Gudeman
Today’s blog post features the incredibly sweet U Family! I had the pleasure of meeting Erin, Rick, and their adorable girls last fall (The U Family | Joy Session | Indiana | Sarah) and loved working with them again this spring. One of my favorite moments from...
by admin | Jul 3, 2014 | Autumn Shoemaker, La Brisa, Wedding Photography
I was excited to work with Chelsea just from our emails alone! Chelsea was so laid back and fun on her wedding day. I got to hang out with her and her girls while they got ready in the morning rain, before we headed to BlackJack Hills. This is a couple who are well...
by admin | Jul 2, 2014 | Anniversary Photography, APW Shoot, Aspiring Photographer Workshop (APW), Attraction Sessions, Chris Hsieh, La Brisa, Photographers
I first met Meghan at Amanda and Ryan’s wedding back in 2011. She was one of the gorgeous bridesmaids and three years later, she is even more beautiful. Seriously. Meghan and her husband, Jade, met us at the Nelson Atkins Museum, impeccably dressed and looking...
by admin | Jul 1, 2014 | 52 Weeks of Awesomeness, Autumn Shoemaker, Chris Hsieh, La Brisa, Sarah Gudeman
As a photographer, sometimes you need to work on things outside of your normal day-to-day life and this project is going to help us (and you) challenge, grow and creatively develop your photography as a whole. Weekly for the next year, we will be creating images and...
by admin | Jul 1, 2014 | Aspiring Photographer Workshop (APW), La Brisa, Photographers, Photography Competitions
Happy July everyone! Today, I am happy to announce the winner of the La Brisa APW Monthly Photography Competition #17 in the La Brisa Aspiring Photographer Workshop (APW) group on Facebook! For June, the theme was “FLARE” and members of the group voted for...
by admin | Jul 1, 2014 | La Brisa, Personal, Sarah Gudeman
On Sarah’s one year anniversary of working with La Brisa, sometimes in the chaos of wedding season, a friendly reminder of why you do what you do goes a long way… “Sarah is the kind of photographer AND the kind of person you simply want to be around....
by admin | Jun 30, 2014 | Emma York, La Brisa, Wedding Photography
Here is a preview of the images that were displayed during Mindy and Tony’s reception in Manhattan, KS! Be sure to “LIKE” the La Brisa FB page (www.facebook.com/labrisaphotography) where I will be posting a TON more of their images soon!...
by admin | Jun 29, 2014 | Autumn Shoemaker, Chris Hsieh, La Brisa, Wedding Photography
Katie Rose and Brandon’s wedding was absolutely exquisite. Thank you again for trusting La Brisa with your incredible day! Here is a preview of the images that were displayed during their wedding reception! Be sure to “LIKE” the La Brisa FB page...
by admin | Jun 26, 2014 | Children Photography, Emma York, Family Photography, Joy Sessions, La Brisa
The V family was so fun! They were so interactive and very sweet with one another. You can just see how tightknit this bunch is! How great are they?? ~ Emma York Interested in scheduling your Wedding or Portrait Session with Emma? Fill out our Contact Us form by...
by admin | Jun 25, 2014 | Anniversary Photography, Attraction Sessions, Chris Hsieh, La Brisa
La Brisa’s Emma is obviously awesome. Combined with her husband, Jonathan, and they are incredible together. I recently had the opportunity and privilege of photographing their relationship. Almost two years into their lifelong commitment, they very much love...
by admin | Jun 25, 2014 | Autumn Shoemaker, La Brisa, Wedding Photography
It was a beautiful May day for Challey and James to get married! From relaxing at Prairiewood all morning to a peaceful ceremony at St. Isidore’s, Challey and James were surrounded by the love of family and dear friends from start to finish. With guests from...
by admin | Jun 24, 2014 | 52 Weeks of Awesomeness, Autumn Shoemaker, Chris Hsieh, Photographers, Sarah Gudeman
As a photographer, sometimes you need to work on things outside of your normal day-to-day life and this project is going to help us (and you) challenge, grow and creatively develop your photography as a whole. Weekly for the next year, we will be creating images and...
by admin | Jun 24, 2014 | Emma York, La Brisa, Wedding Photography
Here is a preview of the images that were displayed during Ashley and Donovan’s reception in Manhattan, KS! Be sure to “LIKE” the La Brisa FB page (www.facebook.com/labrisaphotography) where I will be posting a TON more of their images soon!...
