When Time Stood Still: Photography by Andrea Bernard

May 24, 2013

When Time Stood Still: Beautiful and Strong {La Jolla Senior Pictures}

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Meet beautiful Navi.  She and I know a lot of people in common – and I was honored that so many of those previous clients referred her to me for Senior Portraits. It was a joy to spend the day with her creating together in La Jolla! :)

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At our Consultation, I noticed what a good listener she is and that her mother must’ve taught her very good manners ;) .  I also noticed her adventurous, outgoing side, as well as her modest humility in the midst of her beauty.  It’s funny, when I meet with clients and they hesitantly mention how UNphotogenic they are, I can almost guarantee that they will be the exact opposite.  There’s something about the innocence of not realizing how amazingly beautiful you are that makes you even more beautiful.

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This entire session was SO difficult to narrow down for the blog, even for showing Navi and her family at the View & Order Session… Just so many amazing images to choose from.  She really rocked the session!

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When Navi told me how tall she is, I just about didn’t believe her… Supermodels CAN be under 5’10″, I’m telling you!! :)   But she’s not just looks – Navi’s attending UCSD in the Fall studying medicine, with an emphasis on neurological research (!).

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Strong and delicate, all at once.  Isn’t that a definition of femininity?

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You may just see her in an upscale magazine ad at some point, I have no doubt.  She channels the intensity so well!

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    Navi, as you graduate from Hemet High in a few short days, leaving behind ASB responsibilities and high school homework, unforgettable memories and forever friends, may this new chapter in your life be just as strong and beautiful as you are.

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Can’t wait to show you the rest of your portraits! :)

Cherish, Love, Remember Always,

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August 15, 2012

Want a FREE Senior Session from When Time Stood Still?

Filed under: Senior Reps,Seniors,Special Offers — Andrea Bernard @ 11:36 am
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I am currently accepting applications from 2012-2013 high school seniors who are interested in being a Rep for When Time Stood Still their senior year! Senior Reps receive a FREE session and have opportunity to earn free products (like a new iPad!!) for referring your friends to WTSS!

 

If you are photogenic, outgoing and interested in applying to be a Rep, please visit my website, When Time Stood Still Photography, and click the “Senior Rep App” link to fill out the application.

One boy and one girl will be selected from the following schools this year:

  • Baptist Christian High School
  • Baptist Christian Academy
  • Hemet High
  • San Jacinto High
  • Taquitz High
  • West Valley High
  • Other schools may also be considered

Can’t wait to get this year’s group off to a great start!! :)

August 10, 2012

When Time Stood Still: Spirit of Courage {Custom Hemet Senior Pictures}

Filed under: Senior Reps,Seniors — Andrea Bernard @ 5:18 pm
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Now that I have a bit more breathing room in the schedule this summer, I will have a chance to blog a few more sessions that I didn’t get around to posting in the spring… Erin’s spring mini-session is one of them.

When I think of Erin I think of adventure, a sweet balance of goofy and serious, bubbly energy and inner peace.  In all of this, whatever fears she may have are surpassed by the spirit of courage that makes all her adventures and boldness and peace possible.

So, we tried to capture just that… in an old, abandoned warehouse that was (I admit) just a little bit creepy and pretty gross, but totally awesome at the same time.  (Josh and I actually have our eyes on that warehouse – if the property is still for sale in another 20 years when all our kids move out of our place, we may just convert it into my new photography studio!! ;)

After the warehouse, we made our way down to a fun little section of town, full of color.

 

 

She has such engaging eyes!

How honored I have been to capture your fun, free spirit, Erin!  Have a blast in Hollywood at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts – standing strong and tall and proud of the God who made you so special!

Cherish, Love, Remember Always,

Andrea

 

May 17, 2012

When Time Stood Still: Glowing and Beautiful {Senior Pictures in Hemet and San Jacinto}

Filed under: Blessings,Seniors,Uncategorized — Andrea Bernard @ 1:13 am
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I really feel so blessed to do what I do.  I so enjoy creating with people, capturing moments and bringing out beauty… My most recent high school senior, Kaitlyn, made it easy.

She was such a joy to create with.  She’s laid-back and bubbly at the same time, her interests are well-rounded, she loves to help out in the community, and of course, she’s gorgeous, as you’ll soon see.  (With a list like that, it’s no wonder she was crowned Miss San Jacinto this year!)

She exudes such grace.  Her demeanor reminded me of Audrey Hepburn in the black and white portrait below.

And of course, a country girl’s gotta wear her cowboy hat with her tiara at least once! :)

The wind was LOVING Kaitlyn the day of our shoot.  It gave her natural beauty even more depth.

We visited the goats.  It was super cute to see how much they loved her – she has worked with goats for years in continued service with FFA.

There were SO many great portraits to choose from; I had a hard time deciding how to narrow it down for the sneak peek here on the blog.

Again with the ethereal grace – she looks like an angel!

Kaitlyn, thank you for allowing me the honor of capturing this fleeting chapter in your life.  Life is beautiful – I can’t wait to see what God has in store for you next!

Cherish, Love, Remember Always,

Andrea

February 16, 2012

When Time Stood Still: No Greater Joy {Idyllwild Senior Portraits}

Filed under: Blessings,Seniors,Uncategorized — Andrea Bernard @ 2:46 pm
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The inspiration for the title of this blog comes from two sources: my dear friend and 2012 Senior Clairence, and 3 John 1:4 – “I have no greater joy than to hear my children walk in truth”. Clairence is a source of joy to so many. The Lord has entrusted her with more trials than most of us will ever experience, yet she has allowed these to mature and refine her. She walks in truth, and exudes joy. You are a blessing, friend.

Thank you for allowing me to try to capture even a hint of what makes you… you.

She made my job so easy – no matter the pose or lighting, every time she laughed or smiled or reflected and I saw the real her, it was beautiful.

 

What a natural beauty.

We shot some at Lake Hemet, and though it was overcast, the glow of the winter pastel colors was inspiring.

I was bursting with excitement when we rounded a bend and found this stunning field.  With the emotive clouds and trees and mountains, it was perfect for Clairence – but it was COLD!!

Clairence’s heart beats for sharing the reason for her joy, and she hopes to pursue a career in full-time ministry.

 

“LORD, I have heard of your fame; I stand in awe of your deeds, O LORD…” Habakuk 3:2

An elegant (but fun) portrait from our time in Idyllwild…

I know so many agree: You are a special young woman in so many ways, Clairence.  Continue to love and honor the Lord – I can’t wait to see the amazing plans He has in store for you!

In closing, here’s a little French-inspired atmosphere in honor of your love of all things French, Clairence! :)

February 3, 2012

When Time Stood Still: Lovely Beauty {Laguna Beach Senior Pictures}

Filed under: Getting to Know my Clients,Seniors — Andrea Bernard @ 3:19 am
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Years ago, I had the privilege of being a youth sponsor for the junior highers at our church when Miss Birkley was in the group.  Times have changed, lives have changed, and Birkley has grown up!  What a beautiful girl she is, inside and out.  It’s no wonder she holds the current Miss Hemet title!

We had such a great time creating together at Laguna Beach.  Birkley has such an innocence about her, a natural loveliness, a humility that comes from being blessedly naive about not knowing the power of your own beauty.

I wanted to catch as many candid moments with her as possible.  Below right, I love the way she is going to sweep the hair from her face as the wind gently moves it.  So delicate.

See the natural beauty I’m talking about?!

She, of course, is not TOO delicate though – this girl can have FUN!

This next set would be a great magazine ad for… um… what brand are you wearing, Birkley?  Whatever it is, you make the dress look stunning!

As the sun began to set, we booked it up the (insane amount of) stairs back to the car so we could head to the pier for some shots in San Clemente.  You all were such troopers!  I think it was totally worth it.

Birkley was very patient as we moved my lighting around to create sunset shots under and around the pier.  It was such a gorgeous evening – not too cold or windy, and the sunset burst the sky with color!

David and Jimea, you have an amazing daughter.  Encourage her as she spreads her wings and seeks the Lord.  She’ll really fly!

Birkley, you have a precious family.   Times and lives will continue to change; treasure them and they you.

Thank you so much for the opportunity to get to know you better, to create with you, and to help you remember this amazing time in your life.  I’ll see you soon for your View & Order Session!

Cherish, Love, Remember Always,

Andrea

January 6, 2012

When Time Stood Still: Rockin’ the Off-Road {Glamis Senior Pictures}

Filed under: Seniors,Uncategorized — Andrea Bernard @ 3:06 am
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Ok, I just have to say that I haven’t had this much FUN shooting in a while… :)   The light was great and the action intense; the senior guys were in their element; even the buggy ride to scope out the dunes for shooting spots was incredible.

I’d not been out to Glamis before.  When we lived in Oregon, we went to the dunes there quite a few times, but Glamis is different.  It’s like… an entire world of dunes all spread out before you, calling your name, enticing you with every next hill and valley.  It’s stunning visually; and being a very visual person, the play of light and shadow, textures and swooping lines was like eye-candy for me.

This shoot was a combination of Tyler and Nathan’s Senior Portraits, as they both love to tear it up at Glamis.  But, since I already dedicated a sneak peek to Tyler and his awesome Idyllwild portraits, this post will be mostly for Nathan.

(BTW Tyler, I’m BURSTING to show you the amazing shots we got of you out in the sand – let’s schedule your View & Order Session asap!)

I found it really challenging to visually capture the perspective of how massive the dunes really are.   Not only do they go on for tens of miles in every direction, but every hill and valley is significantly larger than it appears. (Which, of course, makes it significantly more fun to climb, jump, and descend at massive speeds ;) )

I’ve been told Nathan is not a huge fan of having his picture taken.  But let me tell you, he was in his element in Glamis.  Watch out, this boy can rock the shot.

During this next set, other people were riding all around us, watching as the guys prepped their jumps, watching us set up for the shots, etc. Some wondered if we were doing a shoot for Sand Sports Magazine.

We did some fun things with my wireless lighting and I’m super excited with the results.  My husband Josh thinks this next one of Nathan looking toward the sun in his sunglasses would make a great Oakley ad :) .

The sky just about lit on fire as the sun was setting.

I’d like to give a shout out to my amazing (and patient) “assistants” Cathy, Matt, Liz, Emily, and Helen for showing me the Glamis ropes, driving me around, and holding my lighting in what was I’m sure awkward positions for extended periods of time.  Couldn’t have done this shoot for Tyler and Nathan without you!  Thanks again.  You all are so blessed to have each other :) .

Enjoy, friends.  Can’t wait to show you the rest on my 50″ plasma :) .  What an amazing time in your lives.

Cherish, Love, Remember Always,

Andrea

 

December 2, 2011

When Time Stood Still: Exuberant Beauty {Temecula Winery Senior Portraits}

Filed under: Getting to Know my Clients,Seniors,Uncategorized — Andrea Bernard @ 6:07 pm
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I had the privilege of taking Victoria and her boyfriend John out to Vindemia Estate Winery last Friday – it was the perfect morning.  A little fog to diffuse the light, vibrant fall colors… While others were out battling the harried crowds of Black Friday shoppers, I watched the sun rise over the vine-studded hills of the Temecula Valley.  It’s a hard life, I know. ;)

Victoria is a senior at Hemet High this year, and I’ve had so much fun getting to know her.  From the time we met at her Consultation, I knew she would make this shoot easy.  She has this amazing blend of self-confidence, gorgeousness, intensity, and a bubbly personality.

Then there’s John, who seems like such a great match for her.  He’s easy-going and strong.  What a sweet (not to mention amazingly good looking) couple.  (Hey, you know where to find me if you ever need a wedding photographer! ;)

John, I think you need one of these in a large wall portrait.  Wow, that’s some intensity.  “Yes, that’s my girlfriend!” you can tell everyone :) .

It always kills me to have to choose which images to put up here on the blog for my clients’ sneak peeks… Especially with a shoot like this, it’s SO HARD to just pick a few!  I think this next one would make a good magazine cover :) .  Can you believe she has never done any modeling?

 

The house below is where Victoria grew up, amongst the trees of Idyllwild.  I think she carries a lot of the beautiful,  free mountain spirit with her still.

And a little retro beauty for ya…

I’ll leave you with one last shot from the top of the mountain – at The Point in Idyllwild.

Victoria and John, thank you so much for spending the morning with me.  I had a great time, and I can’t wait to show you all your images – everything in my attempt to capture the beautiful life God has given you.

Cherish, Love, Remember Always,

Andrea

November 23, 2011

When Time Stood Still: Quiet Strength {Idyllwild Senior Pictures}

Filed under: Seniors,Uncategorized — Andrea Bernard @ 8:45 pm
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Yesterday I met with Tyler and his mom Cathy to create some custom senior portraits.  We had a great time; we even had snow on the ground in some spots this early in the season!

When I pondered what to title this post, I was just struck by Tyler’s quiet strength.  Not the kind of quiet that never speaks, not the kind that’s insecure or timid, but the kind of quiet that runs deep and strong.  It seems to me that Tyler has quiet contentment all wrapped up in an outdoorsman’s dedication.  It’s quite a unique combination, and one that, if God has it in His Plan, will make a great Forest Ranger some day.

Tyler is a hunter. It was fun to hear how just yesterday morning he was up before dawn tracking coyotes at his grandparents’ property… Yeah, up before dawn… On Thanksgiving Break!  Like I said, he’s focused! :)

We tried to be as inconspicuous with the gun as possible, but… Did get a few strange looks!

The light streaming through the trees from under this bridge was SO cool.  What a handsome guy, huh?!

We went a bit further up the mountain into the COLD to create some portraits up by my favorite wintery gate.  Don’t know who it belongs to, but it always reminds me of winter in Narnia ;) .

Tyler got his BIG truck from his grandparents, who are very special to him (and he to them, I’m sure!).  This portrait is one of a set that is especially for them.

Thanks so much for allowing me to capture this point in your life, Tyler.  I know God has great plans in store for you!

Talk with you soon,

Andrea

October 24, 2011

When Time Stood Still: Baptist Christian 2012 Senior Rep Erin {Redlands Custom Senior Photography}

Filed under: Senior Reps,Seniors — Andrea Bernard @ 3:16 pm
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In my best theater voice, “I am happy to introduce the fun, the outgoing, the ever-beautiful and talented… Erin!!”

Erin is my Senior Rep for Baptist Christian School this year, and I couldn’t be more thrilled.  I first got to know Erin when I created drama head shots with her a couple of years ago, and since then, I’ve had the privilege of catching a few of her shows.  Great acting and intuition, and let me tell you, what a voice!  I know she’ll go far as she pursues a career in dramatic theater and performing arts.

Well, without further ado, here are the portraits we had fun creating together around the University of Redlands campus, where she plans to go to college next year:

Seriously, she’s gorgeous.

We were given permission to shoot in one of the retro-style classrooms on campus.  I thought Erin did a great job channeling a (modest) pinup vibe, while still making it her own.  Love the dress and shoes!

Here she is on her shoe phone.  She’s a crackup, always fun in her randomness ;) .

This next spread is one of my favorites from the day.  I wish I could show it to you all in person on the 50″ plasma I use for View & Order Sessions.  The black and white image is really intense.

The bright colors she chose for the following outfit look amazing with her skin tones.

She has spunk…

She has grace…

She’s not afraid to be a little wacky… (Her FB posts are always entertaining)

And she loves Jesus.
I’d say that is definitely a winning combo :) .

Thanks so much, Erin, for applying to be my BCS Senior Rep for 2012.  I am honored that you’ve allowed me to create with you, and can’t wait to show you all of your portraits!

Cherish, Love, Remember Always,

Andrea

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