// Last month I planned a Girl’s weekend out in Borrego Springs, which is becoming one of my favorite places to escape to. I rented a house and invited some of my favorite ladies to get away with me and relax…and also said I’d be up for doing some fun shoots while we were there. I’ve been so busy since coming back that I’m just now getting around to sharing them. Today is the 3rd of 3 that I’ll be sharing; Part 1 of Christina and Part 2 of Janelle can be viewed by clicking their name! //
Melana is well known in our circle of friends for her incredible gift of puns. It doesn’t matter what you’re talking about, she’s ready with an arsenal of puny jokes for you. But while she can be silly, and I have certainly shared quite a few belly laughs with this one, the true gift of Melana’s friendship is her heart. She’s one of those friends that not only asks how you’re doing- how you’re REALLY doing- but she’ll stay by your side and literally scratch your back as you pour your heart out. This girl has also spent YEARS of her life serving others across the world, and often under circumstances that most of us wouldn’t exactly enjoy, because she cannot sit idly by and watch injustice happen. She’s well educated on the things she is passionate about, and if she gets inspired to help or create or go on a random adventure, there is no stopping her. We’ve traveled, laughed, cried, prayed, and shared many many many stories of our lack of gracefulness over the years. She also happens to be one of those women who apparently has zero idea of what a babe she is (as is the case with every woman I have ever photographed, but more on that another day) and I was just awestruck at what a friggin model she was! We actually started shooting in our Air BNB rental, then wandered around under the HOT desert sun. We ended just after high noon, which can be a challenging time in regards to light, but I looooove what we captured! Thanks for being a babe, Melana!
For this next look, I wanted to do something a little bolder and just have some fun! Melana was admittedly a little nervous, but trusted my inspiration and I’m SO glad we just went for it, and she absolutely rocked it with confidence! Proof that it is okay to step outside the box when styling your outfit for a shoot. What I LOVE about this look is that it’s more covered up than what you’d see on the beach (or heck, even walking down the street some days) but still spices it up a little and brings an element of sass and fun!
If you’ve followed along with these Borrego Springs shoots, thank you so much! I absolutely loved getting to play in the desert. If you’re interested in having your photos taken somewhere adventurous, PLEASE let me know. No need to always stay close to home. Let’s make your shoot memorable and personal and FUN!
PS- Huge thank you to my friend Gretchen for lending us some of these beautiful clothes to play with, and for constantly being a style inspiration and all around incredible friend!
