My name is Michael Escalera and I am a Lake Tahoe Wedding Photojournalist.  Of course, I travel to many other places as well and photograph bridal and engagement sessions, seniors, families, commercial and advertising projects, and even landscapes in my spare time!

If you or someone you know is getting married then please e-mail me - I'd love to learn more about your day!  The nicest compliment I could ever receive is your referral.

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Thanks for stopping in - now grab your latte, browse around, check out the images and what's happening, hug someone you know, and say hi to someone you don't know!

Best Wishes,
Michael

 

Entries from May 1, 2008 - June 1, 2008

Brian and Jennifer - Glenbrook Engagement Session

I photographed Brian & Jennifer's engagement session at Glenbrook recently and I must say, I love this couple!  They are so fun and gave me complete creative freedom during their session...they were up for anything.

Jennifer wanted their session to have a 50's flair to it and I think we definitely accomplished that!  Our location at Glenbrook was fabulous - a private estate with just the right touch for every image.

Thanks again for such a great time you guys!  I look forward to your wedding in just a few months.


A couple laugh and have fun at their engagement session near Lake Tahoe.

 

A couple laugh and have fun at their engagement session near Lake Tahoe.

 

A couple laugh and have fun at their engagement session near Lake Tahoe.

 

Brian has such a great smile 

A couple laugh and have fun at their engagement session near Lake Tahoe.

 

From Jennifer's dress to her hair, and the vintage Ford truck - she had the look!

A couple laugh and have fun at their engagement session near Lake Tahoe.

 

Love this one

A couple laugh and have fun at their engagement session near Lake Tahoe.

 

You can almost hear Glenn Miller playing! 

A couple laugh and have fun at their engagement session near Lake Tahoe.

 

A couple laugh and have fun at their engagement session near Lake Tahoe.

 

Another favorite 

A couple laugh and have fun at their engagement session near Lake Tahoe.

 

The pool area was incredible! 

A couple laugh and have fun at their engagement session near Lake Tahoe.

 

I love everything about this image 

A couple laugh and have fun at their engagement session near Lake Tahoe.

 

A couple laugh and have fun at their engagement session near Lake Tahoe.

 

A couple laugh and have fun at their engagement session near Lake Tahoe.

 

A couple laugh and have fun at their engagement session near Lake Tahoe.

 

A couple laugh and have fun at their engagement session near Lake Tahoe.

 

It was such a beautiful evening - Lake Tahoe is amazing 

A couple laugh and have fun at their engagement session near Lake Tahoe.

 

Another favorite!  Okay okay...I love them all! 

A couple laugh and have fun at their engagement session near Lake Tahoe.

 

A couple laugh and have fun at their engagement session near Lake Tahoe.

 

A couple laugh and have fun at their engagement session near Lake Tahoe.

Best Wishes,
Michael

Posted on Tuesday, May 27, 2008 at 11:30AM by Registered CommenterMichael in | Comments4 Comments | EmailEmail

Ryan & Emily - Lake Tahoe Engagement Session

I had a great time photographing Ryan & Emily about two weeks ago.  We started at Galena State Park, near the Mt. Rose Wilderness, and finished up at Sand Harbor near sunset! 

Thanks again you two..enjoy your images!


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I love their expressions! 

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One of my favorites 

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I think this is my all time favorite engagement image! 

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Best Wishes,
Michael

Posted on Friday, May 23, 2008 at 05:00PM by Registered CommenterMichael in | Comments2 Comments | EmailEmail

Kim & Mike's Wedding in Las Vegas, the Palazzo and Venetian Hotels

From the moment that I talked with Kim I knew we were a great match.  She and Mike have the most magnetic personalities and it was truly an honor to capture their wedding!  They (and their friends and families) came all the way from Deleware to enjoy Las Vegas.

Kim got ready in a beautiful suite in the fabulous Palazzo Resort, where the ceremony was as well.  After that the guests headed to Wolfgang Puck's amazing restaurant, Postrio.

Then we had loads of fun...I took Michael & Kim all over the Palazzo and Venetian properties and had an absolute blast with them!  They are such a loving couple with so much expression that it was impossible to take a bad image.

This post wouldn't be complete without thanking my friend Michael Imus for being my second shooter.  It was definitely a memorable trip with you along buddy!  Enough chatting...on to the images!
 

Isn't Kim's ring amazing?! 

A bride getting ready for her wedding.  

 

Just a touch of Dolce & Gabbana

A bride getting ready for her wedding.  

 


A bride getting ready for her wedding.  

 

One last look...I LOVE this image!

A bride getting ready for her wedding.  

 

Michael ensuring us that he's not trying to sneak a peak

A bride getting ready for her wedding.  

 


A bride getting ready for her wedding.  

 

The beautiful couple!

A wedding couple enjoying images in Las Vegas near the Palazzo and Venetian Hotels.  

 

All though I definitely shot some fashion images, most of the time was spent laughing!

A wedding couple enjoying images in Las Vegas near the Palazzo and Venetian Hotels.  

 

I love the passion in this one

A wedding couple enjoying images in Las Vegas near the Palazzo and Venetian Hotels.  

 


A wedding couple enjoying images in Las Vegas near the Palazzo and Venetian Hotels.  

 

Leah and I agree that Michael reminds us of at least three different celebrities...wanna guess who?

A wedding couple enjoying images in Las Vegas near the Palazzo and Venetian Hotels.  

 


A wedding couple enjoying images in Las Vegas near the Palazzo and Venetian Hotels.  

 

Another one of my favorites!

A wedding couple enjoying images in Las Vegas near the Palazzo and Venetian Hotels.  

 


A wedding couple enjoying images in Las Vegas near the Palazzo and Venetian Hotels.  

 

This huge waterfall is inside the Palazzo...it makes a great background

A wedding couple enjoying images in Las Vegas near the Palazzo and Venetian Hotels.  

 


A wedding couple enjoying images in Las Vegas near the Palazzo and Venetian Hotels.  

 


A wedding couple enjoying images in Las Vegas near the Palazzo and Venetian Hotels.  

 

Looooove this one

A wedding couple enjoying images in Las Vegas near the Palazzo and Venetian Hotels.  

 

With his good looks Michael sure could be a celebrity!

A wedding couple enjoying images in Las Vegas near the Palazzo and Venetian Hotels.  

 


A wedding couple enjoying images in Las Vegas near the Palazzo and Venetian Hotels.  

 


A wedding couple enjoying images in Las Vegas near the Palazzo and Venetian Hotels.  

 


A wedding couple enjoying images in Las Vegas near the Palazzo and Venetian Hotels..  

 

Beautiful couple + Venetian tower + blue skies = perfection

A wedding couple enjoying images in Las Vegas near the Palazzo and Venetian Hotels.  

Michael & Kim, thanks again for choosing me!  I loved celebrating with you.

Best Wishes,
Michael

Posted on Friday, May 16, 2008 at 12:30PM by Registered CommenterMichael in | Comments9 Comments | EmailEmail

My Birthday

Hi Everyone,

It's my birthday tomorrow (the 13th) and so I'll be taking the day off to hang out with Leah and the kids! 

Have an awesome day and I'll see you on Wednesday or Thursday with some awesome wedding images from Mike & Kim's wedding in Las Vegas! 

Best Wishes,
Michael 

Posted on Monday, May 12, 2008 at 11:00PM by Registered CommenterMichael in | Comments4 Comments | EmailEmail

People I Click With

Remember my Trash The Dress post?  Well here are a few behind the scenes images from that afternoon for you to enjoy!

King Imus acting as Commander in Chief

Michael Imus leading other photographers.

 

Observing things from the safety of his command post

Michael Imus relaxing on the photo shoot.

 

Trevor surveying the land

Trevor Johnstone looking across a field.

 

Tourine workin the reflector

Tourine Johnstone holding a reflector.

 

Christa lines up her shot (as I ruin it in her background!)

Christa Hoffarth photographing a model.

 

Michael & Christa have a shootout

Michael Imus & Christa Hoffarth photographing a model.

 

Trevor & Tourine chimping

Trevor & Tourine Johnstone looking at a camera.

 

Dominoe & Christa shooting from high ground

Dominoe Imus & Christa Hoffarth photographing a model.

 

Michael vs. Michael (he won)

Michael Imus & Michael Escalera photographing each other.

 

Image of Christa chimping...priceless

Christa Hoffarth looking at her camera.

 

Trevor & Tourine chimping with an onlooker...double priceless!

Michael Imus, Trevor & Tourine Johnstone looking at a camera.

 

Dominoe - the world's most incredible assistant

Dominoe Imus laughing.

 

Trevor rocks the 70-200

Trevor Johnstone photographing a model.

 

Tourine striking a pose

Tourine Johnstone laughing while photographing a model.

 

Christa leads the squad..."FIRE!"

Christa Hoffarth photographing a model.

Have a great day!

Best Wishes,
Michael 

Posted on Wednesday, May 7, 2008 at 11:30AM by Registered CommenterMichael in | Comments2 Comments | EmailEmail
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