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Welcome to the Journal

Besides my faith in God, my most valued treasure is my family. I am happily married and love being a husband, and a father to our wonderful children. It is their love and constant support that enable me to live and pursue this incredible dream.

Years ago I fell in love with photography and now I wake up every morning to the greatest job I could possibly imagine!  I have studied in college, served in the military, and worked in corporate America, but I am a photographer because that is my passion.

Thanks for stopping by - I hope you enjoy the images!

Wedding at Round Hill Pines, Lake Tahoe – Guy & Jennifer (Sneak Peek)

Just a quick peek at what’s in store from this fun wedding!

A couple enjoys their wedding day at Round Hill Pines at Lake Tahoe, photographed by Michael Escalera.

Best Wishes,
Michael

Sand Harbor Engagement Session – Chad & Erin

Several months ago, Erin asked if she could book me to photograph her and Chad at Sand Harbor in July.  I was excited right from the start and honored as well.  You see, Erin is a wonderful photographer herself and the owner of Erin Venters Photography!  While I always enjoy every session that I am privileged to capture, I always consider it a huge compliment when I am hired by other photographers.  We tend to be a little bit picky about images of ourselves, so to trust someone else to capture you is a big deal! :-)

Technically this shouldn’t be labeled an “engagement” session as this was for Chad & Erin’s 7th wedding anniversary.  It’s easy to see why their marriage has been successful…after all of the years they are still kind and sweet to each other while keeping their family priorities in the right place.

We enjoyed a beautiful evening together at Sand Harbor and I am happy to have photographed them.  Chad & Erin…enjoy your images…there’s lots more in your gallery coming soon!

An engagement session at Sand Harbor photographed by Michael Escalera.

There’s nothing like a vintage camera to brighten your day!

An engagement session at Sand Harbor photographed by Michael Escalera.

An engagement session at Sand Harbor photographed by Michael Escalera.

I LOVE both of these!

An engagement session at Sand Harbor photographed by Michael Escalera.

An engagement session at Sand Harbor photographed by Michael Escalera.

Another favorite of mine…

An engagement session at Sand Harbor photographed by Michael Escalera.

We had the place to ourselves at sunset – perfect!

An engagement session at Sand Harbor photographed by Michael Escalera.

Best Wishes,
Michael

Erin - Michael~ WE LOVE THEM!!!! Thank you so much for everything! They are perfect- I can't wait to see more!!! Thank you Thank you Thank you!!!

Marriah Cummins - LOVE LOVE LOVE these pictures! They are so beautiful and breathtaking :)

Rachel McAdoo - Ahhhhhhh! I have to say I was grinning from ear to ear scrolling through these images!! Wonderful job Michael! Erin, you look AMAZING and you can see the love Chad has for you in each one. LOVE YOU GUYS!

Michael - I am so glad that you love them! You are very welcome and I am excited for you to see the entire gallery soon!

Michael - Thank you for your kind words Marriah!

Michael - Thank you Rachel! They make a pretty cute pair don't they?

Summer Clouds

There are so many things I love about summer time…

- Going to the beach!
- Laying out during warm nights and watching the stars
- The smell of bar-b-que drifting from neighbors yards
- Late afternoon thunderstorms
- The way the clouds look…

Summer Clouds Over Nevada by Michael Escalera

Have a great day!

Best Wishes,
Michael

Reno Portrait Session – Wendy (Sneak Peek)

I had a great session with this wonderful lady just a few days ago – stay tuned for more images soon!

A portrait of Wendy Hithe Photo by photographer Michael Escalera.

Best Wishes,
Michael

Jaimie Dee Photography - Can't wait! BTW, love your work! Just stumbled across your site today, and I think it is quite awesome! Keep up the great work! :)

Wendy Hithe - Wow!! I love it Michael!! Thank you so much for working with me. :)

Jeremy Wales - That's my beautiful sister . . . amazing photo!!

Michael - Thank you Jamie! I appreciate your kind comments!

Michael - You are very welcome Wendy - I am glad you love your sneak peek!

Michael - Thanks Jeremy - I am glad you love the image! Wendy was a blast to work with.

Engagement Session – Mark & Tessa

It seems like just a few years ago that I was watching Mark run around in diapers.  Then as he got older, he shed the diapers and started beating up his two younger brothers.  Now, I turn around and he’s getting married!  Mark just happens to be my nephew and he and his fiance, Tessa, are planning on getting married in November.

I’ll be very honest here for a minute, but stay with me.  The session was challenging because Mark & Tessa have some preferences about physical contact prior to their wedding.  The first time that they kiss will be at their ceremony!  In today’s world that’s extremely rare, and I have to say that I am proud of them.

Here are a few favorite images from their session…

An engagement session photographed in Nevada by Wedding Photographer Michael Escalera.

It was very hot as we hiked to the waterfall, but it was a good 10-15 degrees cooler once we were up there!

An engagement session photographed in Nevada by Wedding Photographer Michael Escalera.

Awwww!  :-)

An engagement session photographed in Nevada by Wedding Photographer Michael Escalera.

An engagement session photographed in Nevada by Wedding Photographer Michael Escalera.

Thanks for spending the morning with me you guys – I had fun!

Best Wishes,
Michael

Ramona - Thanks bunches, Michael!! Love the photos!! Blessings Ramona (Tessa's mom)

Mark Escalera - I am glad we got to go up there! And thanks for going with us! Tessa and I both had a blast!

Michael - You are very welcome Ramona - I am glad that you love them!

Michael - I'm glad we we got to go up there too! You are welcome!

Mark Escalera Sr - Hello Michael, Thanks for your kind words of support to Tessa and Mark Jr. It was a decision they made together and we also have a lot of respect for that. It will make their wedding day that much more special. I must say that it has been a long time since my little brother brought tears to my eyes, but these pictures and the thoughts certainly did! LOL Once again, another great job, and pictures we will all cherish for a long time. Love you bro, Mark Anthony

Violet - Hello Michael, I also wanted to thank you for the pictures and for taking time out for Mark and Tessa. What you had to say brought tears to my eyes, as well! We thank you for your gracious words and the beautiful pictures!

Michael - Hi Mark - you are more than welcome and I agree with what you said. I hope you all enjoy the images for many years to come! Love you lots!

Michael - Hello Violet - you are more than welcome! I am glad that you love their images.