by admin | Dec 31, 2013 | 52 Weeks of Awesomeness, Aspiring Photographer Workshop (APW), 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 | Dec 30, 2013 | La Brisa, Sarah Gudeman, Wedding Photography
I am beyond excited to share today’s blog with all of you! This fall I had the incredible opportunity to photograph Stephanie & Marc’s phenomenal destination wedding in Riviera Maya, Mexico. From the beautiful ceremony on the resort terrace to the...
by admin | Dec 27, 2013 | Chris Hsieh, La Brisa, Sarah Gudeman, Wedding Photography
Happy Friday everyone! Lauren and Pat’s Colorado wedding was intimate, emotional and perfect. From the moment Sarah and I walked into the home where Lauren and her bridesmaids were getting ready, we were welcomed like best friends even though we had never met!...
by admin | Dec 27, 2013 | Autumn Shoemaker, La Brisa, Wedding Photography
Ceremony Venue: Corpus Christi Catholic Church Reception Venue: Corpus Christi Catholic Church DJ: Complete Music
by admin | Dec 26, 2013 | Autumn Shoemaker, Chris Hsieh, La Brisa, Wedding Photography
Holy moly. Sally and Cole’s wedding was one of the most fun weddings that Autumn and I have ever photographed because Sally and Cole are hilariously phenomenal! From Cole’s emotional response to seeing Sally walk down the aisle, to drinks on the rooftop of...
by admin | Dec 25, 2013 | Autumn Shoemaker, Chris Hsieh, La Brisa, Personal, Sarah Gudeman
From the entire La Brisa Family, we want to wish you a ridiculously awesome Christmas! A special thank you and blessings to all of our military members! Please give all of your loved ones an extra bear hug for us! Thank you for supporting, encouraging and sharing...
by admin | Dec 24, 2013 | 52 Weeks of Awesomeness, Aspiring Photographer Workshop (APW), Autumn Shoemaker, Chris Hsieh, La Brisa, Personal, 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 sharing our images...
by admin | Dec 23, 2013 | Chris Hsieh, La Brisa, Wedding Photography
Catherine and Robert’s wedding was awesome! Intimately surrounded by their families and friends (as well as 100+ random beachgoers), they said their vows of commitment on a gorgeous day at the beach. Catherine was elated the entire day. She never wavered even...
by admin | Dec 23, 2013 | Baby Photography, Children Photography, Chris Hsieh, Family Photography, Joy Sessions, La Brisa, Maternity Photography, Newborn Photography
In 2010, I photographed Michelle and Thayne’s Attraction Session, their wedding in Overland Park, KS and now their maternity and newborn Joy Sessions. I love lifelong clients! For both their maternity and newborn sessions, we explored their home as well as some...
by admin | Dec 20, 2013 | Attraction Sessions, Engagement Photography, La Brisa, Sarah Gudeman
Locations: Elmwood Park The Old Market
by admin | Dec 20, 2013 | Autumn Shoemaker, High School Senior Portraits, La Brisa, Style Sessions
by admin | Dec 19, 2013 | La Brisa, Sarah Gudeman, Wedding Photography
Ceremony Venue: Eastside Christian Church – Council Bluffs, IA Reception Venue: UMBA Hall – Underwood, IA Hair Stylist: Creative Edge – Council Bluffs, IA Make Up Artist: Ulta – Council Bluffs, IA
by admin | Dec 19, 2013 | Autumn Shoemaker, Chris Hsieh, La Brisa, Sarah Gudeman, Wedding Photography
How can you not adore Katie and Bryce? SUPER fun. Totally laid back. Eager to help others. Completely selfless. And yet, they make each other better. Rightfully so, their wedding was perfect. Thank you again for trusting the entire La Brisa team with your phenomenal...
by admin | Dec 18, 2013 | Baby Photography, Children Photography, Chris Hsieh, Family Photography, Joy Sessions, La Brisa
Recently, I made a surprise visit to my sister’s family in Virginia so that I could meet their newest addition, Emily! I love my sister’s family so much. My family means the world to me and even though it was a short trip, I always cherish our time...
by admin | Dec 17, 2013 | 52 Weeks of Awesomeness, Aspiring Photographer Workshop (APW), 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 sharing our images...
by admin | Dec 17, 2013 | Chris Hsieh, La Brisa, Wedding Photography
Laura and Alex celebrated their commitment and love to each other on a ridiculously warm day in Manhattan, KS. Their day felt so comfortable and intimate. Everyone interacted like family as if they had known each other for years. And I think that that is such an...
by admin | Dec 16, 2013 | Baby Photography, Children Photography, Chris Hsieh, Family Photography, Joy Sessions, La Brisa, Sarah Gudeman
I have been blessed enough to photograph the H Family several times in the past and each time, they become more and more awesome. True story. Thanks again for trusting me with your family’s Joy Session!
by admin | Dec 16, 2013 | Chris Hsieh, La Brisa, Wedding Photography
Alani and Aaron are awesome. Ever since meeting them and their canine children at Alani & Aaron | Attraction Session | Chandler, AZ | Chris, I was incredibly excited to photograph their Sedona wedding! When I arrived, a family member not so politely instructed me...
by admin | Dec 13, 2013 | Chris Hsieh, La Brisa, Wedding Photography
Originally, I met Amanda and John through our bible study at Memorial Drive Presbyterian Church back in 2011(I think?). After they announced their engagement, I was incredibly flattered when they asked if I would be willing to photograph their wedding. Of course I...
by admin | Dec 13, 2013 | Baby Photography, Children Photography, Family Photography, Joy Sessions, La Brisa, Pet Photography, Sarah Gudeman
by admin | Dec 12, 2013 | Anniversary Photography, Attraction Sessions, La Brisa, Sarah Gudeman
by admin | Dec 12, 2013 | Attraction Sessions, Chris Hsieh, Engagement Photography, La Brisa
I met Erin and Michael on an absolutely gorgeous Fall day in Kansas City. As I was walking up to our meeting spot, I immediately recognized them because they were sitting on a bench and were engaged with each other as if nobody else existed. Erin is flawlessly...
by admin | Dec 11, 2013 | Autumn Shoemaker, Baby Photography, Children Photography, Family Photography, Joy Sessions, La Brisa
by admin | Dec 11, 2013 | Baby Photography, Children Photography, Family Photography, Joy Sessions, La Brisa, Sarah Gudeman
by admin | Dec 10, 2013 | Attraction Sessions, Engagement Photography, La Brisa, Sarah Gudeman
Locations: The Old Market Chalco Hills Recreation Area
by admin | Dec 10, 2013 | 52 Weeks of Awesomeness, Aspiring Photographer Workshop (APW), 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 sharing our images...
by admin | Dec 9, 2013 | Autumn Shoemaker, Children Photography, Family Photography, Joy Sessions, La Brisa
by admin | Dec 6, 2013 | Attraction Sessions, Chris Hsieh, Engagement Photography, La Brisa
One of our favorite families ever, The M Family, referred their best friends, Tara and Scott, to us for their wedding and we are incredibly thankful! I met Tara and Scott at Shawnee Mission Park for their Attraction Session because that was the location where Scott...
by admin | Dec 5, 2013 | Attraction Sessions, Chris Hsieh, Engagement Photography, La Brisa
On a unsurprisingly cold morning in Manhattan, KS, I met Meredith and Caleb just before sunrise for their Attraction Session. Yup, it was definitely still dark outside when I creepily met Meredith and Caleb at a gas station parking lot. Fortunately, with all of our...
by admin | Dec 5, 2013 | Attraction Sessions, Chris Hsieh, Engagement Photography, La Brisa
Lindsay and Nolan met me at Shawnee Mission Park in Shawnee, KS for their awesome Attraction Session! Almost 6 years ago, I met Lindsay as she modeled for one of my Aspiring Photographer Workshops (APW) in Manhattan. If possible, she has become even more beautiful...
by admin | Dec 4, 2013 | Attraction Sessions, Chris Hsieh, Engagement Photography, La Brisa, Sarah Gudeman
Sarah and I met up with Brianna and Nick at the gorgeous Castillo’s Winery in Morgan Hill, CA for their Attraction Session. And it was phenomenal! Such an incredible location for photos and I gotta thank Brianna and Nick for finding it for us. We had an awesome...
by admin | Dec 4, 2013 | Autumn Shoemaker, Commercial Photography, La Brisa
Click myanani.com to see all of the available MyAnani apparel!
by admin | Dec 3, 2013 | 52 Weeks of Awesomeness, Aspiring Photographer Workshop (APW), 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 sharing our images...
by admin | Dec 2, 2013 | Aspiring Photographer Workshop (APW), La Brisa, Photographers, Photography Competitions
Happy December everyone! Today, I am happy to announce the winner of the La Brisa APW Monthly Photography Competition #10 in the La Brisa Aspiring Photographer Workshop (APW) group on Facebook! For MPC #10, the theme was “MOTION” and members of the group...
by admin | Nov 27, 2013 | APW Shoot, Aspiring Photographer Workshop (APW), La Brisa, 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! If you are interested in future La Brisa APWs, please request to join our FB group, HERE and send a FB message to me so that I can send you the...
by admin | Nov 26, 2013 | 52 Weeks of Awesomeness, Aspiring Photographer Workshop (APW), 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 sharing our images...
by admin | Nov 25, 2013 | Autumn Shoemaker, Baby Photography, Children Photography, Family Photography, Joy Sessions, La Brisa
by admin | Nov 22, 2013 | La Brisa, Sarah Gudeman, Wedding Photography
Amelia’s review! “Sarah did an absolutely wonderful job photographing our wedding on Saturday. She is such a joy to work with and people were telling me all day how impressed they were with her professionalism and talent. If someone is looking for a...
by admin | Nov 21, 2013 | La Brisa, Sarah Gudeman, Wedding Photography
Ceremony Venue: Most Pure Heart of Mary Church, Shelby, OH Reception Venue: Fairhaven Hall at Richland County Fairgrounds Caterer: Special Occasions Catering, Upper Sandusky, OH Cake Designer: Cindy Boggs of CiGi Cakes, Shelby, OH Dress Designer: Mori Lee Hair...
by admin | Nov 20, 2013 | La Brisa, Sarah Gudeman, Wedding Photography
Ceremony Venue: First Christian Church – Council Bluffs, IA Reception Venue: Bayliss Park Hall – Council Bluffs, IA Caterer: HyVee Cake Designer: Cakes by Amanda – Auburn, NE Florist: Lori Balke – Beatrice, NE Wedding Gown Designer:...
by admin | Nov 19, 2013 | 52 Weeks of Awesomeness, Aspiring Photographer Workshop (APW), 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 sharing our images...
by admin | Nov 18, 2013 | Baby Photography, Children Photography, Chris Hsieh, Family Photography, Joy Sessions, La Brisa
by admin | Nov 15, 2013 | Autumn Shoemaker, High School Senior Portraits, La Brisa, Style Sessions
by admin | Nov 14, 2013 | Attraction Sessions, Autumn Shoemaker, Engagement Photography, La Brisa
by admin | Nov 14, 2013 | 52 Weeks of Awesomeness, Autumn Shoemaker, How Did We Do That?, La Brisa, Photographers
Watch the video to see how Autumn created this awesome image for Week 3 – Honor of 52 Weeks of Awesomeness!
by admin | Nov 13, 2013 | Attraction Sessions, Engagement Photography, La Brisa, Sarah Gudeman
by admin | Nov 13, 2013 | Chris Hsieh, La Brisa, Personal, Pet Photography
Last night, Brisa and my amazing friend, Jocelyn, lost her beloved Tre. Tre was a rescue from the Caribbean where Jocelyn went to school. She was in for a bit of a shock when Jocelyn moved her to the cold of Manhattan, KS, but as long as you kept her warm, fed and...
by admin | Nov 13, 2013 | 52 Weeks of Awesomeness, Aspiring Photographer Workshop (APW), 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 sharing our images...
by admin | Nov 11, 2013 | Autumn Shoemaker, Chris Hsieh, La Brisa, Personal, Sarah Gudeman
This photograph is of the Brooklyn Heights Promenade in 2010. Over the years, we have been privileged to photograph numerous veterans and active duty soldiers. To all military, thank you and your families for your bravery, sacrifices and service to protect our...
by admin | Nov 8, 2013 | Autumn Shoemaker, Brandi Mussack, Chris Hsieh, La Brisa, Personal, Wedding Photography
b, I couldn’t do a video. I did not want to be a blubbering mess. Thank you for 4+ years of loyalty, commitment and awesomeness with La Brisa. You have influenced and improved La Brisa in countless ways and many of which you will never even realize. From the...
