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A Grandfather that everyone needs know.

Most people my age don’t have living grandparents. I’ve been blessed to have my mom’s parents alive and with that being said having my Grandparents in my life. I’m proud to say I’ve lived with for a few years and with that I spent countless hours getting to know them. I know them well enough to order food or drinks for them. To understand how they operate and know what they expect. This I’m blessed for as many people don’t have this opportunity in life.

My grandfather has health problem and today we are off to the Neurosurgeon for a follow-up evaluation. I find myself thinking about him more often and looking back on how much he has inspired my life without him even knowing. He’s such a great devoted man with a heart of gold. My grandfather is an honest, courageous, funny and a great story teller. When he laughs it’s hard not to join in. I hope I acquired a percentage of his traits.

My Grandfather used to work in the backyard every chance he had. He’s slowed down since he reach his 80+ years. My grandparents had to hired a gardener to do the things that my grandfather used to be able to do with ease. My Grandfather still to this day maintains his roses. Since I’m able to remember, my grandfather always had such a beautiful collection of roses. His roses would grow larger than a humans hand. The flowers would have such a beautiful fragrance I could smell them now as I remember back.

Through the years I’ve enjoyed walking around their backyard photographing every nook and cranny. Between my grandfather’s roses and my grandmother’s plants, I had plenty to photograph. Come meet my grandfather and see a small glimpse of the roses and flowers they have in the their backyard.

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My Grandfather Frank | an inspiring man

taken in 2008 | Independent Portrait

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one of my most favorite floral photographs taken from the front yard

floral photography | macro photography | nature photography

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I loved the details and texture this photograph presents. The color is so rich and smooth

floral photography | macro photography | nature photography

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other than roses my grandfather at one point had 10 fruit tree’s in the backyard

floral photography | macro photography | nature photography

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one preview of my grandmother’s plants

floral photography | macro photography | nature photography

Irene isn’t just a client, she’s also a dear friend. Irene wanted a portrait of her and her three dogs. She’s always been an animal lover but never had a professional photograph taken. After a short time during my consultation, I decided to photograph her at her residence in Huntington Beach, CA. Sometimes it’s a little more relaxing being in your own environment. I had such a blast photographing them. Each dog had their own personality and I thought it reflected in my photography. It’s great when things work in your favor. Thank you Irene for allowing me to capture some beautiful moments with you and your dogs.

Now it’s time to meet Irene, Jimmy, Boney & Oscar.

Doti Family Irene, Jimmy, Boney & Oscar | Family Portrait