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FORTY. 👏 YEARS. 👏 TOGETHER. 👏

Can we just take a moment to appreciate that kind of love? ❤️

Later this summer, the Livingstons will be celebrating their 40th wedding anniversary, and I had the absolute honor of photographing them up in the canyon before the big milestone. Watching these two interact was something special. The way they look at each other, laugh together, and move through life side by side is proof that real love doesn’t just survive the years—it grows stronger because of them.

In a world that moves fast, their story is a beautiful reminder that love is built in the little moments. The quiet support. The inside jokes. The adventures. The hard seasons. The choosing each other over and over again for four decades.

And honestly? They made 40 years of marriage look pretty dang cute. 🥹✨

These images aren’t just photos. They’re a celebration of a legacy, a friendship, a partnership, and a love story that has stood the test of time. If this is what 40 years looks like, sign me up.

The canyon gave us the dreamiest light, but the real magic came from these two and the love they’ve spent a lifetime building together.

💕 Whether you’re celebrating an anniversary, an engagement, a new chapter, or simply the people you love most, your story deserves to be documented.

📸 Ready to create photos that you’ll treasure for the next 40 years? Let’s make some magic together! Send me a DM or click the link in my bio to book your session with Michelle Howell Photography.

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🏀👑 ALL HAIL THE BASKETBALL QUEEN 👑🏀

Listen… some people graduate high school, and then there’s LYZA ORTIZ.

This girl didn’t just survive high school—she DOMINATED it. From putting in work on the court to helping lead her team all the way to a CIF Championship, Lyza has been out here collecting wins like they’re Pokémon cards. 💅🏽🏆

Now this Rialto High School graduate is taking her talents to the next level and heading off to play college basketball. Because if there’s one thing Lyza is gonna do, it’s chase her dreams with her whole heart and leave absolutely no doubt that she belongs wherever she goes.

What I love most about Lyza isn’t just her talent—it’s her determination, her faith, her kindness, and the way she keeps showing up for herself, her family, and the future God has planned for her.

And can we talk about these photos for a second?! 🔥🔥🔥

Giving athlete.
Giving graduate.
Giving future college star.
Giving “I’m just getting started.”

Her family is beyond proud of her, and honestly, they should be. The world better get ready because this girl is only warming up.

Congratulations, Lyza! Keep shooting your shot, keep trusting God’s plan, and keep proving that hard work always pays off. We can’t wait to see what happens next. 🏀✨

📸 Got a senior, athlete, graduate, or family member who’s ready to celebrate a milestone?

Don’t wait until the cap and gown are packed away!

Slide into my DMs or click the link in my bio and let’s create something unforgettable. Because your people deserve more than phone pictures—they deserve artwork.

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✨ Tiny but mighty. ✨

Some people take up space because of their size. Emily takes up space because of her HEART. ❤️

Even though she had already graduated from Rancho Cucamonga High School, her parents knew there was still something important to capture—the beautiful soul, strength, and determination that make Emily who she is.

Life hasn’t always been easy for Emily. She’s faced health challenges that would have made many people quit, slow down, or settle for less. But not this girl. Through every obstacle, she has continued to rise, grow, and prove just how strong she truly is. 💪

She may be small in stature, but her courage, kindness, and resilience are absolutely larger than life. And now she’s preparing for her next incredible chapter as a Linguistics major at UC Riverside! 🎓📚

Emily’s future is bright, and I have no doubt she will continue to inspire everyone she meets along the way. It was such an honor to capture not just her beauty, but the strength, grace, and determination that shine from within.

Help me congratulate Emily on this amazing accomplishment! 👏🎉

📸 Looking for senior portraits, graduation photos, family portraits, or milestone sessions that capture the REAL you? I’d love to tell your story. Call me today or click the link in my bio to book your session before my calendar fills up!

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