Orange County Bridal Portraits | Gisela & Michael

Weddings

A little over a month ago my photography assistant Gisela tied the knot with her sweetheart Michael. I was so excited to photograph part of this exciting milestone for them! Anyone who knows Gisela well can tell you that she’s an “old soul,” and her vintage bridal look suited her in the most stunning way. […]

Sunset beach engagement photos

Sunset Beach Engagement Photos | Stacie & Ray

Portraits

Fun, carefree and real… These were just a few of the words that Stacie and Ray emphasized when they told me what their vision was for their engagement photos. Rather than a lot of traditional or stiff photos, they wanted something that captured all of the laughter and fun that they share as a couple. […]

Smogshoppe Wedding in Los Angeles, CA

Weddings

Lush greenery lined the walls of the atrium of Paola and Tom’s Smogshoppe wedding ceremony in Los Angeles, CA. They vowed to spend their lives together in the presence of 100 of their dearest loved ones. Their words and joyful laughs echoed softly as they exchanged rings and sealed the deal with a kiss. Before […]

Long Beach family photography by Belinda Philleo

Long Beach Family Portraits | Amanda & Dustin

Families

Recently I shared a super cute family portrait session that featured maternity photos for one of my past wedding clients. Well, I’m pleased to share that the newest addition to their family has arrived and we have photographed Part two of their family portrait series. I’m so excited to share it with you today! Dustin […]

Bride and groom kiss near an antique wagon at Temecula Creek Inn wedding. Photos by Belinda Philleo

Rustic Romance Temecula Creek Inn Wedding | Temecula, CA

Weddings

Skylar and Rex said their “I dos” against a dreamy backdrop of trees near the Stone House at their Temecula Creek Inn Wedding in Temecula, CA. Warm summer sunlight and sweet laughter filled the air as their officiant spoke. He advised them about the importance of their vows and gave them words of wisdom for […]

Elegant Shoreline Wedding at The Reef Restaurant in Long Beach, CA

Weddings

Adoring Guests looked on with tears of joy as Brenda and Jason promised to love each other and laugh together forever on the Rooftop Terrace during their Reef Restaurant wedding in Long Beach, CA. The rooftop of The Reef Restaurant gave a stunning view of the Downtown Long Beach skyline and the Queen Mary. It […]

Casa De Lago Wedding | Orange, CA

Weddings

Julie and Charlie have been in love since they were kids. You can see it in their eyes when they look at each other. Over the years they’ve grown from school yard sweethearts into a family with a deep bond. They chose to say their vows at a church not to far from home in […]

Label Me Lindsay Bridal Team Photo Shoot | Los Alamitos, CA

Weddings

If you’re in or around Los Alamitos, CA and you’ve never heard of Label Me Lindsay, I’d recommend stopping by to check them out. Who are Label Me Lindsay? They’re a group of licensed estheticians, lead by Lindsay Villarreal, who absolutely love making their adoring clients look and feel gorgeous. On their website they describe their […]

Newport Beach family photography by Belinda Philleo

Newport Beach Family Photography | Amanda & Dustin

Families

One of the most rewarding parts of my career as a wedding and portrait photographer is when I get to photograph my clients for additional milestone moments in their lives. Recently my very first wedding couple, Amanda & Dustin, contacted me because they are expecting their second little one. Queue all the heart eye emojis: […]

romantic wedding at Kellogg House Cal Poly Pamona, CA

Kellogg House Wedding | Pomona, CA

Weddings

A few months back I photographed Mario and Selene’s wedding. This sweet couple chose too keep things traditional and elegant with a church wedding in Diamond Bar, CA followed by a romantic outdoor reception at the historic Kellogg House in Pomona, CA.  They chose a soft pink and white color scheme for their florals, decor and bridesmaid gowns. […]