my cousin tyler is taking a 'Bonsai' tree class. He has a Bonsai Master who teaches him. These are his Bonsai tools. Classic!

tonights sunset from the studio front door. mmmm. mmmm.

Bride and Bloom :: Featured Real wedding!

p. 163 :)

Kobe really does have a private helicopter!

Not too long ago I was given the privilege of photographing the brand new video game release party by VS (Versus). The game "IS" Kobe VS Melo. And, so, if you are a basketball fan, you would have loved this party! All the Lakers were there (ha-ha..., they are pretty tall), Three 6 Mafia, Peggy Marshal (remember LaVerne and Shirley?), etc. Anyway, it was an awesome event. I'm very thankful to be in the kind graces of Tiffany Cannis for choosing me to shoot the event. It was an amazing Red Carpet event in which Kobe flew in by his private HELO to attend :)

Featued in Fall issue of "Ceremony Magazine"

Excited to be featured in the Fall Issue of Ceremony Magazine!

John Mireles is speaking at the SD SMUG this Wednesday!

Ok everyone. If you have never heard John Mireles speak, don't miss this opportunity. I'll be hosting the San Diego SMUG this Wednesday at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in San Diego. It is FREE, but seating is limited. So, clear your plans and come on down. And, if your free afterward, join us at the Sushi Lounge for some eats afterwards!

Below is a copy of the official announcement from SmugMug, Inc.

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San Diego SMUG meeting is Weds, Jan. 20 @ 7PM

Join San Diego SMUG leader Garret Delph in welcoming...

(The Amazing) John Mireles

(That's not John in the photo.)

For the past 20 years, John Mireles has committed himself to creating great images and working with the best clients. This philosophy has steered him to gigs from top national advertising agencies, high-end international weddings, faithful portrait clients from all walks of life, awards from Communication Arts, WPPI, an abundance of hands-on experience and knowledge to share.

Through his education and advocacy work, he's also keenly aware of the issues that all photographers face - from starting and running a profitable business to just plain not burning out. You can learn more about his tell-it-like-it-is attitude at http://PhotographersToolkit.com

Weds., Jan. 20, 2009 - 7:00PM PST

Crowne Plaza San Diego
2270 Hotel Circle North
San Diego, CA 92108

SmugMug User Groups are always free to attend and open to everyone.

No reservations are needed, but SPACE is LIMITED, so get there early for good seats.

And don't forget to bring your love for photography and a friend, if you want!

San Diego Style Weddings Magazine - Cover Shot!

Super happy to have landed the cover of the newest San Diego Style Weddings Magazine. I photographed this image at the beautiful Grand Del Mar, in San Diego, Ca.