Nancy Orozco Blog

LA & Orange County Photographer - Nancy Orozco

I believe in love.
I love what I do.
I always use extra, double, over the top garlic when I cook.
I strive everyday to be better... at everything.
I am determined to travel the world.
I could live off watermelon, zucchini, mango, and peaches.
I'm a foodie, wino, yogi and all things beach.
I dream of fields full of gardenias.
I would love to run a B&B off the coast of Oregon.
I enjoy reading memoirs with recipes the most.
I will design and create a beautiful garden and porch in our next home.
I love eating, making and finding new soups and salads.
I'm obsessed with Yogurtland and Ingrid Michaelson.
I make my own enchilada sauce and guacamole, to die for.
I love whole heartedly and am very loyal.
I can never get enough of dark chocolate, cupcakes and spicy tuna rolls.
I'm a dreamer and a doer!

Photos by Trude Ellingsen

2011 Wedding Photography in Review

Tuesday, January 10, 2012 Posted in Photography, Weddings

I wanted to take the time to reflect and look back at the incredible year that I had, professionally. It’s so easy to have my head down, do the work and onto the next thing without enjoying the fruits of my labor.

Last year brought so much opportunity to meet many great kindred spirits in my industry that I am very thankful for. It also delivered lot’s of mistakes, triumphs and questions on where to go next. Long and sleepless nights. Most importantly it brought trust and love from the best clients I could ever ask for.

It’s also the year that I decided to stop reading as many blogs, specifically other photographers’ blogs. I really wanted to establish my style and have clear vision on what I want in my work. This was so liberating. A green light to do what I want, what I feel and not have a mental visual of someone else’s work or what everyone else is doing. I still have a long way to go in my style and vision, but it’s coming together… I can feel it.

A few of my favorite wedding moments in 2011.

To my clients who trusted me to capture one of the biggest days of their lives, thank you for allowing me to do what I love! I am so humbled, honored and grateful for you.

Looking forward to what this year will bring!

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LA Wedding Photographer | Emily + Darrell

Wednesday, January 4, 2012 Posted in Photography, Weddings

Winter weddings are the best kept secret. There is something so romantic about it, sure makes for an extra special holiday season.

Emily and Darrell are so good together; it shines through their photos. Love that they smile and laugh together, always. Both very much about the important things in life, such as family and friends. Their bond just sparkles and I melt when I see their portraits. It screams love and romance! Can’t say enough about them, just beautiful people all around.

Can we talk about the dress? I am so in love with lace right now, like really obsessed. Emily’s dress is so beautiful, so perfectly fitting for her. Then Darrell had to step it up and wear the most fabulous black and white suite with a bow tie, pure awesomeness!

Special thanks to my shutter sister, Trude of Ellingsen Photography for being my second photographer for the day. Couldn’t have done it without you! A few favorites from their special day.

Best wishes to you both. Thank you for allowing me to capture your big day!

Ceremony: St Denis

Reception: Coco Palms

Make-Up: Erandy of Effortless Beauty

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Holiday Gift Guide

Wednesday, December 14, 2011 Posted in Personal

I’m just going to come out and say it. Out of all the holidays of the year, Christmas is not my favorite. I do love it, but sometimes get annoyed by it at the same time.

Here is the main reason. I don’t like the rush and pressure of gift giving. Highly dislike making people who don’t have the financial resources feel bad when they receive gifts. Yes, I know… it’s about giving and trust me. Ask anyone of my friend’s or family, I’m definitely a giver and not a taker, but all the shopping involved makes me want to go crazy. I love the festivities, the music, the food, the company and everything else. This is the time of year that I love spending extra time with Kris, friends and bonding. Maybe it also has to do with the fact that somehow I am always busy during this time. All of my closest family and friends’ birthdays are during the last 3-4 months of the year.

Thanksgiving will remain my favorite holiday, but if Christmas could calm itself down on all the crazy shopping, I’ll consider it for first place next year, just maybe. ;) A few things that I’m loving right now. Yes, a little foodie related. Because you’ve gotta it, so why not eat well during the holidays!

Absolutely loved Cupcake & Cashmere’s holiday gift guide here, that I had to share it.

You must check out Creature Comforts’ Gifted Magazine, super awesome and love that it includes holiday recipes.

Pie in a jar from All Jarred Up. Best invention ever if you ask me!

Black Hawaiin sea salt from Terrain. Recently read a great article in Sunset Magazine on different salts and how to pair them with food. Can’t wait to try in the future. Check out their gifts for the foodie, I’ll take one of each.

If you’re a chocolate lover like me, these are perfect for some good hot chocolate, gourmet style. Chocolate sticks from The Ticket Kitchen, with flavors like chili, mint and truffle you can’t go wrong. Kind of loving these salted caramel ones. Yum!

Then you need a good book or two for all these treats. 100 Unforgettable Dresses by Hal Rubenstein.

Hope this inspired you, or at least got you thinking of some good eats or gift ideas. I’ll just continue to be in denial and enjoy my She & Him Holiday cd in my office, working away and come out and play on 12/24.

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Reading: Business Edition + Podcasts

Tuesday, December 13, 2011 Posted in Reading

It’s that time of year. Time to reflect on the year and plan ahead for next year in my business. One thing I’ve really worked on this year is to read, not only for fun but for my business. Some are still sitting in my Amazon wish list, in route to my house or read. All highly recommended by other photographers or business people I respect.

1. EntreLeadership by Dave Ramsey – Yes, the man can get a little crazy, but it’s because he is so passionate about what he does. This one is on it’s way.

2. Getting Things Done: The Art of Stress-Free Productivity by David Allen – I’m a planner and organizer, but somehow with being new to all this business stuff… I don’t have a great workflow. Mostly because I don’t have a good system in place, everyone I’ve talked to swears by this book and I’m ready for some tips. Bring it!

3. Blink: The Power of Thinking Without Thinking by Malcolm Gladwell – Am I the only one walking around with information overload? Love that his books will help me weed out only the info I need to keep. How to process the info I am taking in. Comes at a good time.

4. Linchpin by Seth Godin – At first it was hard to get into the book, but after the first 2 chapters it started to sink in and really enjoyed it. Plus, you just can’t go wrong with Seth Godin, really.

5. Social Media Marketing for Digital Photographers – Lawrence is briliiant at this stuff, he really hits the nail everytime. I love reading his blog and I always leave learning something that I can apply to my business. Recently attended a seminar of his and truly walked away with a focus I didn’t even know I possesed. And of course with inspiration and a to do list that will help my business.

In the last few months I recently discovered some great business podcasts. And I’m completely addicted. It’s the perfect way to get some learning on while trying to fall asleep (I’m a light sleeper!) or for the nights where I’m too exhausted to read before bed.

Top 3 Right Now

The Accidental Creative

EntreLeadership

Unofficial Linchpin

Recently downloaded, The Tower and enjoyed it. The act of creating and giving concept here really resonated with me. It’s a quick read and although talks about life in general, can really be applied to business principles for those in business doing what they love and helping others along the way.

Will be back with a holiday gift guide and another reading edition.

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Malibu Wedding Photography: Rock the Dress| Denise + Manny

Tuesday, December 6, 2011 Posted in Photography, Rock the Dress

There are many terms for this type of session, bridal session, trash the dress and day after session. However, I’ve always loved the idea of Rock the Dress. I feel like it’s more suitable.

Many times during the wedding day, timing is off, things run late or are hectic and the bride and groom don’t get quality time for their portraits as they would have liked to. The solution? Rock the Dress photo session.

Manny and Denise were married in August, you can see their wedding photos here. I really loved this little park in Malibu, so quite and it feels as if you are far, far away from any city life. And I love any woodsy feel with a little touch of water or canyon views. Yes!

Only Manny could rock a pink tie. Denise, one word comes to mind. Gorgeous!

Then we headed to the nearest beach nearby. Totally not in the plans, until Denise suggested it. We ran to the car, raced to PCH… might have even jaywalked (Can you picture it? Bride crossing the road on PCH) to catch just a little bit of light at the beach.