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.
Brian has such a great smile
From Jennifer's dress to her hair, and the vintage Ford truck - she had the look!
Love this one
You can almost hear Glenn Miller playing!
Another favorite
The pool area was incredible!
I love everything about this image
It was such a beautiful evening - Lake Tahoe is amazing
Another favorite! Okay okay...I love them all!
Best Wishes,
Michael
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!
I love their expressions!
One of my favorites
I think this is my all time favorite engagement image!
Best Wishes,
Michael
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?!
Just a touch of Dolce & Gabbana
One last look...I LOVE this image!
Michael ensuring us that he's not trying to sneak a peak
The beautiful couple!
All though I definitely shot some fashion images, most of the time was spent laughing!
I love the passion in this one
Leah and I agree that Michael reminds us of at least three different celebrities...wanna guess who?
Another one of my favorites!
This huge waterfall is inside the Palazzo...it makes a great background
Looooove this one
With his good looks Michael sure could be a celebrity!
Beautiful couple + Venetian tower + blue skies = perfection
Michael & Kim, thanks again for choosing me! I loved celebrating with you.
Best Wishes,
Michael
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
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
Observing things from the safety of his command post
Trevor surveying the land
Tourine workin the reflector
Christa lines up her shot (as I ruin it in her background!)
Michael & Christa have a shootout
Trevor & Tourine chimping
Dominoe & Christa shooting from high ground
Michael vs. Michael (he won)
Image of Christa chimping...priceless
Trevor & Tourine chimping with an onlooker...double priceless!
Dominoe - the world's most incredible assistant
Trevor rocks the 70-200
Tourine striking a pose
Christa leads the squad..."FIRE!"
Have a great day!
Best Wishes,
Michael





