hi I'm dean, your storyteller
I am a fine art photographer located in Temecula, California. I started this photography business to express my creativity and extend my love for portraiture and lifestyle moments to anyone wishing to document their own milestones.
My approach is ever-evolving and my style adapts to the environment I shoot. I currently shoot cinematic and editorial shots for portraits, and dreamy "Kodak" moments for engagements and family sessions. I strive to make all my sessions fun and exciting to capture yourselves organically.
I look forward to crafting your time capsules to pass on for generations.
a few things about me :)
- I am an ENFJ and a Scorpio
- My Chinese Zodiac is the Dragon
- I have one younger sister
- I love to meet new people
- I studied Political Science & Economics at UC Berkeley
- I have been to several countries, with Japan being my my most recent and favorite trip of all time so far
- I am a night owl
- Building Legos is my favorite pass-time activity
- I am a huge foodie
- The best things I can make in the kitchen are Omelettes and French Macarons
- Swimming is one of my newest hobbies
- Huge Disney nerd
- My favorite movie is LA LA Land
- My favorite show is Modern Family
- I love all genres of music, but I lean towards R&B, Soul, Pop, and Dance tracks
- My go-to drink is an Espresso Martini
My Approach
My work is an expression of what I am currently passionate about and is always changing. I enjoy shooting a dynamic range of scenes from portraits, travel, and those candid moments that make the perfect keepsakes.
travel
taking in all the details
Portraits
deep, colorful, & cinematic
families & Couples
Soft, warm, and dreamy
meet my three dogs
your furry best friends are also invited
If you'd like to capture portraits of your pet, let me know!
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Ben
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ponyo
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