TiffaneyAnn Photography

March 26, 2025

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Family Portrait Essence

Family Portrait Essence So these past few weeks have been extremely tough for me. As many of you know I have lost 2 of my uncles within a 48 hour period (My father’s brother & mother’s brother.) It has been a roller coaster of emotions. Most of the day I feel depressed and want to cry. I have gone through all our photo albums and checked out social media for any images I don’t have. Family members have sent me pictures through text or posting them on online. Which is the 1st thing we do when loosing someone, go straight to the photos. As a photographer, I’m thinking about how important it is to have images of your loved ones. As my family is grieving I keep thinking how can I give back to families who need a new photograph of their family or maybe want to celebrate an upcoming event, hell just something they can have the family together. Some may think a cell phone image is enough. I will be the 1st to let you know it’s not. I had several people tell me these past few weeks that they have lost 100s of images due to updates or accidentally deleting them from their phone clearing storage. Yes you can lose prints as well. I understand that, but most likely the albums get stored away in storage somewhere in the house. I have gone through 100s of images to find the right ones to tell the story of my uncle. Its been hard to sit here looking at someones life. From a child to a few days before they are gone is so much appreciated. Not only to me but to his immediate family. While your life changes around you, it’s so nice to have a permanent reminder of your family at a specific time in your lives. The past 12 months my family has lost several people and to think as a photographer you want to be able to capture every moment possible. From Family portraits, videos, candid images, anything is worth capturing. Everything we do in life will tell a story. “A PHOTOGRAPH IS THE CLOSEST WE COME TO MAKING TIME STOP” ~In Loving Memory of Albert Vazquez & George Pallitto~

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One-Day Holiday Photo Special

HOLIDAY SPECIAL- TODAY ONLY!!!! (12.24.16) One-Day Holiday Photo Special FuzzyHead Photography End of the Year Christmas Special.Choose Between:Family Portrait Session: $99*60 Min. Session*Online Proofing Gallery*5 Digital Images (Special Today Only)*Online Proofs.*One 8×10 Engagement Session $349.00 (Half Off)(1) 11×16(8) 5×7’s(2) 8×10’sOnline Web Gallery15% off Discount additional Products. Weddings $1250Up to 8 hour Coverage10×10 Custom Album 30 PagesDVD ProofingPersonal Website for 30 DaysCustom Iphone/Android Album20% off Discount additional Products.HOLIDAY SPECIAL- TODAY ONLY!!!! (12.24.16)FuzzyHead Photography End of the Year Christmas Special.Choose Between:Family Portrait Session: $99*60 Min. Session*Online Proofing Gallery*5 Digital Images (Special Today Only)*Online Proofs.*One 8×10

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Los Angeles Boudoir Mini Sessions

Boudoir Mini Sessions Are Finally Here! I’m so excited to announce Valentine’s Mini Session for the 1st time in Long Beach!!! I will be Scheduling from now through the end of January, 2023 TiffaneyAnn Photography will be offering Mini Sessions. Los Angeles Boudoir Mini Sessions Boudoir Photography includes: 30 min. session/ up to 3 outfit changes/ 8 digital files and Print Release. In studio located in downtown Long Beach or option of in-home for a small fee of $150. Non- Refundable 50% down is required at time of booking. Remainder due one week prior to session date. ( Hair and makeup is NOT included but can be added. ) BOOK HERE Boudoir Photography Boudoir Photography is a classy expression of women’s beauty captured on camera – typically as a private gift for a significant other at first. But in the end every client walks out knowing that they did it for themselves. Our studio is a luxury studio in the heart of downtown Long Beach. Clients and sessions are kept fun and classy and we never use your images without permission. Many ladies enjoy a cocktail prior, champagne or wine! What you wear is 100% a personal preference – it all depends on how comfortable YOU are. We’ve shot women of ALL SHAPES, SIZES, & AGES – it’s MY job to make you look and feel like a celebrity! Book a consultation HERE to answer any questions you need answered! It’s SUPER fun and life changing! Don’t miss out!! Location Los Angeles Boudoir Mini Sessions- 115 Pine Ave Ste 450D Long Beach, Ca 90802. Above the Italian Restaurant L’Opera!. We are an antique, Modern Studio with beautiful pieces. Green couch is popular! If you prefer something different In-home studio sessions are available upon request for a small fee.

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Professional Photography

Professional Photography One photographer’s thoughts on the importance of the editing process. Every photographer has gotten the question after a successful shoot: “The photos look great, but can I get the rest of them just in case I need them later? You don’t need to edit them or anything.” If you’re here for the short answer, the answer is no, but it’s important to me for people to understand why. Throughout this post, you will see side by side photos comparing a completely unedited photo, next to the final edited shot. Using advanced psychology trickery, by the end of the article, you will realize that you don’t even want my unedited photos. I don’t say no to this request because I’m greedy or want to say no just because I can. It’s not because I’m lazy and don’t feel like dealing with it. But rest assured, I’m not withholding that one killer photo. “But what’s the harm?” This is my attempt at a succinct explanation of why it’s not that simple. These photos are supposed to be edited. No, really. You may be familiar with the terms RAW and JPEG, they are image file types. The most copy editing I did on this post was to make this section much shorter and less technical about the properties and benefits of RAW images, but that’s for another day. The basics of it are that JPEGs are what you upload to Facebook, Instagram, or get printed. RAW files (this is what comes right out of my camera) contain much more information, including a significantly larger amount of color and texture details in the shadow and highlight areas, and software like Photoshop, Lightroom, or iPhoto is required to even be able to open them. If I sent them to you as they came out of the camera, you couldn’t do anything with them without running them through special software. Every professional photographer shoots RAW photos because having all that information is better than having less (like in a JPEG). The catch: RAW photos that come out of the camera generally look sub-par. They’re flat with bad contrast with dull colors. Until the photo is edited, the image is not finished, and that’s by design. A RAW photo is a carpenter having a wood shop full of tools and materials to build a table, and the ability to create whatever he wants. A JPEG is buying a table at the store, you either like it as is, or you don’t, but there’s nothing you can do about it. My editing is part of my process, my product, and my style. It’s part of why you hired me. The way that I edit is a crucial component of my photography. My style and skill as a photographer encompass other things like framing, timing, and a whole host of other skills, but the photo is not the finished product that I’m proud to put my name on until I’m done the editing. If you’re baking Thanksgiving dinner, you don’t pull the turkey out half way through cooking and serve it! The edited images shown here are what I want to represent me. That’s the kind of work that’s on my website, and it’s the caliber that I want people to expect. Below are several more examples of a side-by-side comparison of a totally untouched RAW photo and my completed edits.  Lindsey, For A2 Swimwear  Jess, personal work  Tatiana, for A2 Swimwear  Jeff, personal work  Sea Dart, for No. 4 St. James  Megan, for The Fittest Games  On the Road to Hana — Maui, Hawaii  For A2 Swimwear  Echo, personal work I’ve been culling photos since I bought my first camera, and I’ve gotten pretty good at it! These photos you never see are the outtakes, the blurry shots, the duplicates (my god, so many duplicates). For any given photo you do see, there may be dozens or hundreds that are slight variations on it that are all a little bit less good. Eyes closed, hair in face, maybe a dog ran in front of the camera (that actually has happened a lot). I’ve spent my time combing through all of them, doing side-by-side comparisons until I landed on the best ones. I will never have two different photos that are both great and only give you one of them. The selection process is to whittle down the excess, exposing the heart of the shoot so I can give you what you need: quality, professional photos. At the end of the day, you need professional-quality images, and my assignment is to provide them. “Professional-quality” meaning, photos that perfectly fit the mood of the shoot, and this often includes photos that seem like “outtakes” — laughing between poses, casually relaxing, making a goofy face. Professional-quality doesn’t mean no character or no fun.  Do you really want to look through 5,000 of these? How are you to trust that I chose the best photos and didn’t skip the better ones? Chalk it up to the thousands of hours I’ve spent looking at photos and paying attention to what makes them good or not. My ability to choose the best images for the assignment is one aspect of what I’m being hired for. Delivering 10,000 mediocre photos is not respectful of the recipient’s time, because they shouldn’t have to do my sorting work for me. Not to say some jobs don’t require client input, of course — I simply mean that once the selects are made and everything is approved, asking for the rest of them just for good measure is unnecessary. There has already been an agreement. There’s always an agreed upon plan of action before going into a shoot, and part of that plan is what the expectations are in terms of number of photos that are needed (sometimes a specific amount, sometimes a range, depending on the project). This is the responsibility of a photographer to be clear about. The fact is, the photographer’s price has taken into account the final number of photos being

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3 Tips to Treat Yourself Like Your Best Friend

3 Tips to treat yourself like your best friend. It’s easy to forget to treat ourselves with the same care and compassion we show our closest friends. What does it mean to Really love yourself. How do you make self-love part of your every day journey? Imagine if you heard your friend speaking negatively about themselves. You would never stand for it! So why do it to yourself? Practice self-talk that’s positive and uplifting. If you find yourself slipping into negative thoughts, stop, take a deep breath, and reframe them. The best way to truly love yourself is to treat yourself just like you would your best friend. We never criticize them or point out their flaws. We are there for them to feel empowered and are there biggest cheerleaders. It’s funny how we treat ourselves so harshly, almost like we are our own worst enemies. We nitpick every mistake we make, overanalyze our every flaw, and let our insecurities define us. If we treated ourselves more like we do our best friends, then maybe we would see ourselves as we our true selves. Forgive Yourself It’s time to let go of all the past mistakes that you have been holding onto. Forgive yourself for everything that you regret, everything that you wish you could have done differently. It’s time to move forward and live your life with love, kindness, and compassion towards yourself. Acknowledge that you are only human, and you will make mistakes. Nobody is perfect, and it’s impossible to be perfect all the time. Embrace your imperfections, they are what make you unique, and they are what make you who you are. Think of forgiveness as a gift to yourself, not as something that you do for others. When you forgive yourself, you open up space in your heart for love, joy, and positivity. You become more resilient, and you gain more strength to face the challenges that come your way. Your best friend screws up and apologizes and you’re ready to give them another chance. Show the same love to yourself. Listen to and tend to your own Needs When your best friend is going through something you remind them to rest and make sure they are taking care of themselves. You are always there to offer advice as needed. Listen to your body and mind when they are telling you to take care of yourself. Too often we push ourselves over the edge, trying to get everything crossed off our list. But sometimes you need to slow down, for both your mental and physical health. Taking care of yourself ia great way to show self-love just as you do your loved ones. Treat Yourself Some of the kindest things our best friends do for us are unexpected surprises like: bringing you flowers; inviting you out for drink. Show yourself that same love with the occasional treat. Sometimes you just need a latte or a massage to make a rough day a little better. Your best friend is your best friend for a reason. They wouldn’t stick around if they didn’t love everything about you, and you wouldn’t hang out with them if you didn’t love them just the same. If you learn to show yourself the same care and kindness you show your best friend, then you can truly learn how to love yourself.

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Professional Headshots

Professional headshots Every Tuesday | Creative and Stylish Sessions Step into the spotlight and showcase your professional image with our Creative and Stylish Professional Headshots every Tuesday. Your headshot is your introduction to the world, conveying your unique personality, professionalism, and expertise. At our studio, we understand the power of a captivating headshot that leaves a lasting impression. Tiffaney is dedicated to capturing your best angles and highlighting your individuality. With their artistic vision and expertise in lighting, composition, and posing, we will bring out the best in you, ensuring your headshots are not only professional but also creative and stylish. I believe that every headshot should tell a story, reflecting your professional brand and personal flair. Whether you’re an aspiring actor, business professional, entrepreneur, or creative artist, we tailor each session to suit your specific needs and goals. From selecting the perfect backdrop to guiding you through natural and relaxed poses, we create an environment where your confidence can shine. Don’t settle for ordinary headshots that blend in with the crowd. Let curate Creative and Stylish Professional Headshots. Schedule your session today and let us capture the essence of your professional identity in a way that stands out from the rest.

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Celebrating Masculinity

Celebrating Masculinity with Confidence Dudoir Photography in Los Angeles: Are you in search of Dudoir Photography in Los Angeles that celebrates masculinity and empowers you to embrace your true self? We specialize in creating stunning Dudoir portraits that redefine sensuality and self-expression. In a world that has long celebrated the beauty of female boudoir photography, it’s time to shift the focus and highlight the rising trend of male boudoir photography, affectionately known as “Dudoir Photography.” Embracing the art of capturing men in their most intimate and sensual moments, Dudoir Photography is breaking stereotypes and empowering men to embrace their bodies and celebrate their masculinity like never before. The Evolution of Dudoir Photography: From Niche to Empowerment Boudoir photography, traditionally aimed at women, has been a means of celebrating female sensuality, beauty, and confidence. However, in recent years, photographers and subjects alike have realized that men can also benefit from this empowering experience. Dudoir Photography is about creating a safe space for men to explore their vulnerability and showcase their authentic selves. This movement has opened up discussions about body positivity and self-acceptance, allowing men to redefine what it means to be sensual, desirable, and confident in their own skin. Gone are the days of outdated stereotypes that dictate how men should present themselves; instead, Dudoir Photography encourages them to embrace their unique qualities and feel proud of their bodies. The Dudoir Experience: Celebrating Masculinity A Dudoir photoshoot is more than just a collection of provocative images; it’s a transformative experience that challenges societal norms and encourages men to see themselves in a new light. It begins with a consultation, where the photographer and the client discuss the goals and vision for the shoot. The photographer aims to create a comfortable environment where the client can express themselves freely. During the photoshoot, the photographer skillfully captures the subject’s essence, bringing out their personality, charm, and raw emotions. The result is a series of artistic and tasteful images that celebrate the masculine form without objectification. Dudoir Photography empowers men to express their sensuality and embrace vulnerability, thus fostering a deeper connection with themselves. Challenging Stereotypes and Promoting Body Positivity In a society that often scrutinizes male bodies based on unrealistic standards, Dudoir Photography helps break down those barriers. It allows men of all shapes, sizes, and ages to proudly showcase their bodies, proving that masculinity is not confined to a singular image but is diverse and beautiful in its many forms.The body positivity movement, which has been predominantly centered around women, is finding its way into the realm of Dudoir Photography. Men are embracing their imperfections and realizing that they can be both strong and vulnerable simultaneously. Dudoir photoshoots act as a form of therapy, helping men develop a positive body image and grow more confident in their own skin. Embracing Sensuality and Strengthening Relationships Dudoir Photography is not only a personal journey but can also have a positive impact on relationships. Many clients choose to gift their significant others with these intimate images, offering a unique and thoughtful expression of their love and desire. By celebrating their masculinity, men can enhance their emotional connection with their partners, promoting open conversations about desires, boundaries, and mutual respect. Dudoir Photography as an Art of Self-Expression In a world where the celebration of male beauty has been overshadowed by stereotypes and societal pressures, Dudoir Photography is a breath of fresh air. It allows men to be seen and appreciated for their unique beauty and vulnerability, embracing their sensuality without shame. Through this empowering art form with TiffaneyAnn Photography, Dudoir Photography empowers men to love themselves unconditionally, fostering a profound sense of self-acceptance and personal growth. As this movement continues to gain momentum, we can hope for a more inclusive and accepting society where all individuals are encouraged to embrace their authentic selves, breaking free from the chains of unrealistic expectations and celebrating the beauty of the human spirit in all its forms. Los Angeles Photographer Tiffaney is here to guide you on this transformative journey. We believe in the power of Dudoir Photography to empower individuals and strengthen bonds. Whether you’re looking to celebrate yourself or surprise your partner with a meaningful gift, Tiffaney’s expertise will help you embrace your unique journey. Begin your transformative experience with Tiffaney, and open up to a world of connection and self-discovery.

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Capturing Everlasting Moments

Capturing Everlasting Moments: The Art of Wedding Photography In the intricate tapestry of life’s most cherished moments, there exists a thread that unites us in love, transcending the boundaries of time and space. As a dedicated Long Beach wedding photographer serving couples in the heart of Southern California, my mission is to not only document the events of the day but to encapsulate the very essence of this thread – weaving it skillfully into images that narrate a profound story of emotion, connection, and unwavering commitment. Picture this: the bride’s laughter, a harmonious melody of nerves and excitement, as she takes her momentous step toward the future. The groom’s eyes illuminate with an unmistakable adoration, capturing his partner’s heart with a single glance. And then there are the tears of joy, as families come together, embracing in a shared celebration of love and unity. These are the very moments that I, as a seasoned Los Angeles wedding photographer, endeavor to immortalize. Every click of the shutter is an intentional stroke of artistry, painting a vibrant canvas of memories that will be cherished for a lifetime. Behind the lens, I assume a role far beyond that of an observer. I become a participant in your unique love story. Like a dance of creativity, I seamlessly navigate through the crowd, capturing candid and unguarded moments of pure emotion. Yet, I am equally adept at orchestrating the poised portraits that will grace your cherished album. Each image is a purposeful step in this dance, contributing to a visual narrative that transforms mere pixels into a vivid reflection of the profound connection you share. Yet, the journey of preserving your story extends well before the wedding day itself. It commences with an attentive understanding of your vision, followed by the meticulous scouting of your chosen venue to anticipate perfect angles and lighting. It involves thoughtful planning of every detail, ensuring that your narrative is captured flawlessly. The increasingly popular pre-wedding photoshoots offer a chance to build rapport, fostering a natural comfort that translates into authentically captured moments on the grand day of celebration. Beyond the images lies a story – a narrative woven with the threads of joy, anticipation, and the resonance of love. Each photograph captures a symphony of emotions, frozen in time, encapsulating a piece of your heart within its frame. As your chosen Long Beach and Los Angeles wedding photographer, I embrace the profound responsibility of crafting these narratives. Through the interplay of light and shadow, I weave together images that culminate in a tapestry meant to be cherished for generations. Whether you’re embarking on the journey of marriage, meticulously planning a grand celebration, or simply dreaming of capturing life’s most exquisite moments, remember that my role as a wedding photographer extends beyond providing a service. It’s a pledge to immortalize the unspoken words, the fleeting glances, and the authentic expressions that make your story uniquely yours. It’s an honor to partake in your journey, committed to ensuring that the dance of your love is preserved within every meticulously captured frame.

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