Yucca Valley Photographer - Christee Lee's Photo Blog

Yucca Valley Family Photographer - Hoyt/Wagner Family Session

2012-01-17T15:18:00.000-08:00

I love the fact that my job allows me to do what I love, and to spend time with such special people. I love this family, like they were my own. Shannon & I were roommates before we were Mrs., and some of my favorite memories are times spent at our house with her and the other two girls we lived with. So, I was particularly excited when Shannon scheduled with me, & taking these pictures was a special treat:) Here's a few of my favorites.....

Yucca Valley Wedding Photographer - Mr. & Mrs. Bridenstine

2012-01-13T13:10:00.000-08:00

Chris and Meagan were married on a rainy Saturday the weekend before Christmas. It was a lovely night wedding with lots of candles and dim lighting, very elegant & romantic. I loved the mood, and the white lights from the Christmas tree and decorations added a very nice touch to it. Meagan looked so beautiful! And the smile on Chris' face when he looked at her was priceless! I just love shooting wedding for couples that I've known since they were kids. It brings me such joy to be able to capture their special day. So, thank you Chris and Meagan for having me, and congratulations to the both of you as you start your life together. Click HERE for the music slideshow, and HERE for the gallery.

Pliss Family Addition:)

2012-01-08T17:19:00.000-08:00

This is one loved, and patiently waited for, little girl! I am so so happy that Matt and Gena have been blessed with little Gwyneth Mae. I am so honored to have been able to photograph their first family pictures together. I loved seeing the way they looked at her and interacted with her, and each other. One of my favorite parts of the session was when Gena was washing her hair (to make it fluffy for the pictures), and Gwyneth started crying cause she didn't like the water on her head. Well, the minute mommy put the soap on her head and started to massage it, she stopped crying, her eyes rolled back into her head and she pierced her little lips together as if she was saying, "Oooh that feels so good!" It was so stink'n cute!
Congratulations you guys! She is so precious and I couldn't be happier for you!

Yucca Valley Photpgrapher - VanHulten Family Session

2011-12-14T16:32:00.000-08:00

I had so much fun on this session! Travis and Amy have such a beautiful family, and I got such a kick out of their 3 year old little girl, Claire. When her mommy introduced her to me, the first thing she did was walk over and hug my legs. It was the cutest thing ever! That right there started the session off right for me:)
During the session, I found out that Amy and I went to the same high school in Moreno Valley, and that we lived just down the road from each other, kinda crazy, huh?
I love that Travis brought his fireman gear, and wanted to incorporate it into the pictures. Their older daughter Paige wants to be a firefighter, so she was super eager to get in the hat and have her picture taken. I love all of the ones of the kids in the their daddy's gear.
This was one of those sessions that truly reminds me how much I love my job, and that I am so blessed to be able to share in peoples memories:)
Click HERE for the gallery.

Yucca Valley Photographer - Katie's Sr. Session in Temecula, CA

2011-12-08T17:06:00.001-08:00

This girl is so much fun! She was up for anything I suggested, and she also gave some great ideas herself. We actually took these pictures in Temecula on Thanksgiving, and it was so perfect because the place was empty, and we had a great light with a wonderful cloud cover!
So, Katie loves mustaches. While at her house, I saw 2 bumper stickers on her car with mustaches, one taped to her computer monitor and mouse, and a huge mustache pillow on her bed. So that picture with her making a mustache with the flower just cracks me up! I had so much fun taking these photos, I didn't even want to stop when our Thanksgiving dinner was ready to eat. I think I could of gone all day. Thanks Katie! It was great hanging out with you:)

Yucca Valley Family Photographer - Jones-Poland Family Session

2011-12-03T16:25:00.000-08:00

I love taking these little girls pictures!!! Every time I've been to their house for a session, I get so much joy out of being around all of them. They're so girly and full of life! And I was so happy to meet the new addition to the family, Daphne. She is a such a cutie pie, just like her 3 sisters.
The girls showed off their piano playing skills, and dancing skills for me. I was very impressed. Especially the piano playing skills of little Penelope, who is 3. The picture below of her playing the piano is one of my favorites. I love the look on her face and her chubby little fingers on the keys, so precious! I found myself smiling over the past week as I sat here and edited they're pictures. They're all so cute, and they made my heart happy as I stared at they're cute little faces! Thanks for having me guys! Click HERE for the gallery

Yucca Valley Family Photography Session - Zietz Family

2011-11-22T15:23:00.001-08:00

This session was so great! Nicole has been my hairdresser for almost 10 years (and does an awesome job, by the way) and we got together for a family session last weekend down at the preserve. Like I always say in November, this is the best time of year down there! It's just beautiful, and the colors in the leaves and bushes are so pretty! I just love it! And this was such a cute family to photograph too, I had a lot of fun:) Thanks guys! Click HERE for the gallery.

Santa Barbara Photography Session - Godley Family

2011-10-31T14:57:00.000-07:00

A few weeks ago me and the hubby went up north for my cousins wedding, and we dropped in on some old friends of ours that had moved out of the area a little while back. They lived 2 miles from the beach, so after dinner we hopped in the car and headed down for a mini family session. Her boys are so cute and full of energy! And the little guy is such a cutie pie! As you can tell in the pics below, he wanted to look every where but at the camera, haha.
It was so great to see you guys. Thanks for the yummy dinner!!!! Click HERE for the gallery

San Luis Obispo Wedding - Mr. & Mrs. Fabry

2011-10-24T19:28:00.000-07:00

I loved editing these pictures! I kept finding myself smiling at the big ole grin on Lauren's face. Lauren, who is also my cousin, has one of the greatest smiles ever! Its contagious! She is one of the most warm hearted people I have met, and John is such a lucky guy to have her. This was my first time meeting John, and I have to say, that she lucked out with a super great guy too! It was a gorgeous day for a garden wedding, and the flowers that surrounded the ceremony were just beautiful. It was a very special day, and Lauren and John were both beaming with happiness. One of my favorite parts of the day was when the reception hall had cleared out, and John and Lauren herd a song playing in there that they liked, so they came in and started slow dancing together in the empty room, it was so sweet! Congratulation you guys! I am so happy for you and I was so blessed to be a part of your very special day.
Click HERE for the slideshow, and HERE for the gallery.

Yucca Valley Senior Photography - Lindsay's Sr. Session

2011-10-04T14:29:00.001-07:00

I had so much fun with Lindsay and her mom on this session. Lindsay was such a great subject to photograph, such a pretty girl! The lighting and temperature were great, too. And I added in a new little spot I had never shot at before, which makes it fun to switch things up a little bit:) Lindsay, I hope you have a wonderful Senior year. Thank you for letting me share in your special memories. Click HERE for the gallery.

Yucca Valley Portrait Photography-Rebecca's Portraits

2011-09-28T16:32:00.001-07:00

All I have to say is...what a cutie pie! Rebecca did so good letting me snap away and take her picture. She's a natural in front of the camera:) Here's a few of my favorites from her session.

Yucca VAlley Wedidng Photography-Mr. & Mrs. Schmid

2011-09-25T18:25:00.001-07:00

Martin & Kimberly were married on September 10th. It was a really nice day for a summer wedding here in the desert. We actually had some cloud cover and a slight breeze. Which, if any of you know me, you know I get super excited when there are clouds on a wedding day(great light for outside pictures). I was joined by Amanda from DelaLane Photography, and I so enjoyed shooting with her!
They only had me there for a couple of hours, but in that time I got to work with them, I saw what a sweet couple they are.
I really liked a part in the ceremony were they had a bunch of different little jars of sand and all their family and wedding party took turns coming up and filling the larger jar with sand, symbolizing all the different parts of their lives coming together. I hadn't seen that before, and I liked it!
Congratulations, and best wishes to the both of you! Click HERE for the slideshow and HERE for the gallery.

Yucca Valley Family Photographer - Zech Family

2011-08-26T12:34:00.001-07:00

It's time for Zech Family pictures! My brother and his family were out last weekend for a visit, and we headed up to Pioneer Town for a family shoot. I absolutely loved the outfits my sister in law picked out for them to wear! And my brother even brought his banjo and waxed his mustache:) Such fun pictures! Hope you enjoy! And I'd like to give a shout out to my niece Ashley who turned 6 today! Happy birthday baby! Love you guys!

Yucca Valley Wedding Photography - Mr. & Mrs. Latham

2011-08-18T10:16:00.000-07:00

Congratulations to Mr. & Mrs. Latham! Dudley & Laura were married at JS on 8/12/11. It was a beautiful ceremony! The lighting was awesome, and although they only hired me for an hour, I was very happy with the pictures we got of the 2 of them. They were so loving to each other, and really made my job easy to photograph them. Not to mention that Laura was a beautiful bride! Congratulations you guys! I wish you all the best! Click HERE for the slideshow, and HERE for the gallery.

Yucca Valley Photography - Taylor & Billings Family Portraits

2011-07-18T13:06:00.000-07:00

Last week I had the pleasure of taking the Taylor and Billings family photos again. It's been 2 years since our last session and the kids have gotten so big! We ended up doing it at the Taylor's home, and there were lots of great spots. She even brought out the Radio Flyer wagon and we got some silly shots of the boys. :) Click HERE for the gallery

Yucca Valley Wedding Photographer - Mr. & Mrs. Velarde

2011-07-13T17:18:00.001-07:00

May I introduce you to Mr. & Mrs. Velarde! This was such an incredibly fun wedding to shoot! Max and Brandy wanted to go out and have the formal portraits done in town, and it was such a great idea! I love their style, and all the little details of their wedding that made it so special! Thank you guys so so much for having me! I'm so happy for the two of you, and wish you many blessings as you start your life together. Click HERE for the slideshow and HERE for the gallery.

Yucca Valley Wedding Photographer - Mr. & Mrs. McArthur

2011-06-29T15:54:00.000-07:00

James & Jackie were married here in Yucca Valley on June 18th. I loved the bright colors! And the lemons, limes, and sunflowers they used for there decorations were perfect for a summer wedding! Jackies family dog even got to be a part of the ceremony:) It was a great day, and I loved being a part of it. Best wishes to you guys. Thanks so much for having me there on your special day! Click HERE for the slideshow & click HERE for the gallery.

Yucca Valley Photography - Kids:)

2011-06-16T19:23:00.001-07:00

I love kids! I love how they laugh and play. I love that they can make a face in front of the camera, and not care what anybody thinks. I love they're energy, and wish I had it:)
I got a kick out of editing these pictures. Some of the faces they made, and the smiles they gave, made me smile and wish I were a kid again. Thanks guys!

Yucca Valley Photographer - Chris & Meagan Engagement Session

2011-06-16T14:26:00.000-07:00

Meagan and Chris did a good job scouting out a spot for their engagement session, this place was gorgeous! You'd never know it was smack dab in the middle of the desert either. There was a creek that ran through the property, and beautiful big trees. I really enjoyed the scenery, and the company:) Thanks you guys! Looking forward to your wedding in December!

Yucca Valley Photographer - Janice's Sr. Session

2011-05-05T17:40:00.000-07:00

Tis the season for Sr. pictures, and I love it! This week I headed out with Janice for her Sr. photo session, and the day couldn't have been any more perfect! I always love talking with the Seniors and hearing their plans for the future. Janice is going to go to school in Virginia and attend Liberty University. Sounds like so much fun! Thank you Janice! May God bless you in your plans for the future:) Click HERE for the gallery.

Allison's Sr. Photos

2011-05-01T10:09:00.000-07:00

Last week I drove down to Orange to take my cousins Sr. pictures, and I was so excited to be able to take them all right there in my Aunt and Uncle's beautiful yard! Allison was so easy to photograph, and is such a natural in front of the camera. I can't believe she's graduating!!! I remember when she was born, and the first time I saw her when I walked into my Aunts house, she was this little itty bitty baby over her mommy's shoulder, and I just remember how tiny she was and oh so cute! Now she's turned into such a beautiful young lady, and I'm excited to see the next chapter in her life unfold. Thanks you guys for having me out to take pictures, it was so great to have a little visit. Click HERE for the gallery.

Yucca Valley Photographer - Joy & Logan

2011-04-24T16:38:00.000-07:00

I was out visiting my cousin last week, and I got to take pictures of 2 of my most favorite people! I was there when they both took their 1st breath, and I just love them to pieces! Here's a few of my favorites from the day:)

Joshua Tree Photography - James & Jackie Engagement Session

2011-03-01T13:55:00.000-08:00

Well, I had such a great time taking these pictures with James and Jackie! We actually did a 2 parter on this one, and I love the variety of scenes and feel it gave to all their pictures. I think the one of him dipping her in his uniform is one of my all time favorites. I've never been to the golf course on the 29 Palms base, but it made for some real great photos. I'm so looking forward to their wedding in June, its gonna be a blast! Click HERE for the gallery of all their pictures.

Yucca Valley Photographer - “Kelly Moore Bag”

2011-02-19T18:07:00.000-08:00

Ok, so this has to be the greatest camera bag ever! I actually purchased one last year in February, and she has come out with a bunch of new styles, so I just have to buy another one. I love the fact that they look like a purse, but carry your camera equipment so nicely. You can take a look at her website at kellymoorebag.com . Even if your not a photographer, her bags are great for other purposes, and she even has ones that can hold your lab tops. Check it out!!!!!!

Yucca Valley Photographer - Max & Brandy Engagement

2011-01-28T14:40:00.001-08:00

This was unlike any engagement session I have ever done! I had so much fun taking these pictures, and editing them. Max and Brandy were so much fun to hang out with, and I loved that they brought their own props for the pictures. This was also my first time shooting in Pioneer town. It's such a unique place for pictures, and Max and Brandy's style fit perfectly into the setting. I'm also sooo looking forward to their wedding in June, its gonna be a blast! Click HERE for the slideshow, and HERE for the gallery.

Yucca Valley Photography - Jesse's Photo Session

2011-01-28T12:53:00.000-08:00

I love taking Jesse's photos! My hubby always comes with me, and it's such a fun time! A few pictures from this session were published in West Coast Fiya magazine. You can check it out HERE . Go to the January issue and click the right arrow 8 times :0)

Yucca Valley Photography - Landen's Senior Pictures

2010-12-30T11:01:00.000-08:00

Senior pictures are one of my favorite sessions to photograph. I love working with the kids. And just the fact that they are about to finish school and head out on a new adventure, is exciting to me. I really enjoyed this session with Landen and his family. I hadn't seen them for about ten years, so that means he was about 8 the last time I saw him. He's sure grown up, and has a great smile and was really easy going, it made for a fun session! Click HERE for the gallery.

Gene & Mary

2010-12-28T10:04:00.001-08:00

Click HERE for the slideshow and HERE for the gallery.

Yucca Valley Children's Photographer - Selah

2010-11-16T14:54:00.001-08:00

Selah was turning 1, and her mommy asked me to come over and give her a few picture taking tricks. So I snapped some with her camera, and I thought they were so cute, I asked if I could put some up on my blog. She couldn't be any cuter! Thanks Mommy for letting me share some of them, and a happy birthday to Selah! :)

Oak Glen Family Session

2010-11-03T15:33:00.000-07:00

I had so much fun taking these pictures up in Oak Glen last weekend. I love Oak Glen in the Fall! It gets me in the mood for the upcoming holidays. This was such a fun family to photograph, especially since Bree and Shannon were my roomies before we all got married, and I love hanging out with them! Thanks, guys, for letting me hang out with you all and take your pictures, it was a blast! Click HERE for the gallery.

Yucca Valley Wedding Photographer -Mr. & Mrs. Stice

2010-10-15T15:43:00.001-07:00

Josh & Lindsay were married on October 2nd in Yucca Valley. It was a gorgeous day for a wedding, and the cloudy sky couldn't have been any prettier for outside pictures. Lindsay was a gorgeous bride! I loved the color theme she chose for her wedding, it was so perfect for Fall! Thank you guys so much for having me be a part of your special day. Congratulations! Click HERE for the slideshow.

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Hot Air Balloon Ride

2010-10-15T15:25:00.000-07:00

So last Sunday I surprised my hubby with a hot air balloon ride in Temecula for his Birthday. I had been super scared to do it, and he has been asking me for the past couple years to go with him, but I have refused cause I'M A CHICKEN! But, I finally sucked it up and thought it would be a good surprise. It actually wasn't as scary as I was anticipating, and I'm glad we did it! Here's some pics from our adventure.

Yucca Valley Photographer - Josh & Lindsay Engagement Session

2010-09-15T14:57:00.000-07:00

Last weekend I had the pleasure of shooting the engagement pics for Josh & Lindsay. We headed on down to Morongo to a couple of my favorite spots, and I think we got some really great shots. Thanks you guys for letting me take your pictures, I had fun and I'm looking forward to your wedding! Click HERE for the gallery.

Mr. & Mrs. Richardson

2010-07-21T16:48:00.001-07:00

Jon and Mandy were married at the Edward Deam museum in Cherry Valley on the 11th. The ceremony was so pretty, surrounded by rose gardens and a beautiful gazebo set right in the middle of them. And for a summer day in California, we really lucked out with some nice weather! They were such a fun couple to work with, and there were so many pretty spots there to take pictures. I love all the little details they put into the wedding, and the pizza cake looked awesome! Congratulations you guys, I'm so happy for you! Click HERE for the slideshow. You can access all of the pictures from the day by clicking on the shopping cart at the bottom of the slideshow.

Hagerman Wedding

2010-06-30T13:15:00.000-07:00

The first thing I have to say about this wedding is WOW! The flowers, church, bride, dresses, colors, decorations and reception were all just gorgeous! At one point of the day, I thought to myself, I am having so much fun photographing this wedding! Isaiah & Kristyn couldn't have looked any happier, and they had a great bunch of famly and friends joining them on their special day. I think there best man and maid of honor gave some of the best speeches I've heard at a reception. The whole day was just perfect and I'm so glad I got to be a part of it! Click HERE for the slideshow, and at the bottom of the slideshow is a shopping cart that links to the gallery. :)

Palm Springs Wedding Photography - Marshall Wedding

2010-06-17T08:34:00.000-07:00

Frank & Krystle were married this past Saturday down in Palm Springs. I so so enjoyed being a part of this special wedding! They both are the sweetest and warmest people you could ever meet, and I love how they constantly had smiles on their faces throughout the entire day. What a great group of guests, too! Once the dancing got started, I think the dance floor was full the entire evening, it made it a lot of fun to photograph! They had actually gotten engaged on the football field in one of the pics down below, so Frank had suggested going down there for a picture, and I thought that was a great idea! Congratulations you guys!!!!!!!! Click HERE for the slideshow, and you can access all the pictures in the gallery by clicking on the cart at the bottom of the slideshow :)

Nicole's Sr. Pictures

2010-05-18T11:42:00.000-07:00

All I have to say is that I love these pictures, and I had so much fun taking them! It was a gorgeous evening down in Palm Springs, and I've known Niki and her mom for quite a while, not to mention that her mom is one of my most favorite people in the whole world. It was really fun going to a new spot, I felt inspired and loved all the colors that we were surrounded with. Thank you so much you guys, I had a blast!!!! Click HERE for the gallery.

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Mr. & Mrs. DeMille

2010-05-09T17:01:00.000-07:00

Cameron & Sharla were married down in Bermuda Dunes last weekend. It was a beautiful day and I loved all the colors in her wedding! Their party favor candy table was so cute! It was great to be a part of their special day. Thank you guys so much & congratulations!!! Click HERE for the slideshow. To view the entire gallery, click on the shopping cart at the bottom of the slideshow.

Yucca Valley Senior Photographer - Andy's Sr. Session

2010-04-29T17:07:00.000-07:00

Tis the season for Sr. photos, and the weather has been a little windy, but we lucked out on Monday with a beautiful wind free day for Andy's pictures. I cant believe how fast time flies! I remember when he was a little boy, and now he's gonna graduate from High School! I enjoyed driving around and hang'n out with him and his mom during the shoot. So, here are a few of my favorites, and click HERE for the gallery.

Yucca Valley Senior Photographer - Megan's Sr. Session

2010-04-27T09:15:00.000-07:00

Like I've said before, Senior pics are my favorite subject to photograph, and this session was no exception! First of all, it was an absolutely gorgeous day, it couldn't have been any prettier! And Megan and her mom were a joy to hang out with. Thanks guys! Hope you had as much fun as I did:) Click HERE for the gallery.

Mr. & Mrs. Shipley

2010-04-15T15:51:00.000-07:00

Here is a fabulous wedding I shot last Saturday in sunny Palm Desert. Doug and Sabrina were married at The Shadow Ridge Marriott on a picture perfect day. Gotta love California! Everyone was so calm and really focused on making it a great day for the two of them. They were a lot of fun to photograph, and the Marriott had really great spots to shoot at. Congratulations you guys! I'm so glad I got to be a part of your special day! Click HERE for the slideshow, and HERE for the gallery.

Hailey Sr. Pictures

2010-03-26T13:07:00.000-07:00

I have come to the conclusion that Senior pictures are my most favorite thing to photograph. I always have so much fun, and this shoot was no exception! Hailey was so fun to hang out with, and her blue eyes are just amazing! Thank you Hailey for letting me hang out with you for a couple of hours and take your picture, I really had fun! Click HERE for the gallery.