Citrus Ranch Park Tustin / Irvine Regional Park / Arlington Garden Pasadena / Maternity + Family Photographer / Dana + Andy + Olive

We are happy to share that Dana and Andy is expecting baby #2 this coming May 2017! 

We met Dana and her husband Andy back in March of 2016 when she was pregnant with baby Olive (photo on left) for their beautiful maternity photoshoot. Later that year in late November, they had their first family photos... along with a happy announcement that their family were expanding with another baby arriving in May of 2017. Here are some fun and lovely photos from the Arlington Garden in Pasadena.

Location: Arlington Garden Pasadena

As the months goes by, we enjoyed seeing baby Olive grows into this gorgeous little girl. Her bright smile truly bright up anyone else's day. I had such a fun photo session with Olive for her 1st Birthday cake mash at the Irvine Regional Park.

Location: Irvine Regional Park

Dana, Andy and us became fast friends, as we enjoyed seeing this beautiful family grows. Recently, they asked us to capture their 2nd Maternity photo session and we couldn't be more pleased. We were so happy and excited that they wanted this photoshoot for a gender and name announcement to their family and friends.... Joy for a BABY BOY!! A baby brother for little miss Olive to play this coming May. Congratulations Dana, Andy and Olive! We wish you all the very best. We are sure we will get to captured baby boy Finley soon. In the meantime, enjoy these beautiful Maternity photos by Janice Owen Photography. Thanks!

Location: Citrus Ranch Park in Tustin

Point Vicente Lighthouse Rancho Palos Verdes / Engagement Photographer / Leslie + Javier

        In a short few days, Leslie and Javier will tied the knot. We are very excited for their Big Day and got to captured their beautiful engagement session at the Point Vicente Lighthouse. Here's more to their love story: Leslie and Javier met on Match.com Leslie had been online dating for about a year. Her pond was full of frogs and she was about to cancel her membership...then she stumbled upon Javier's profile. Javier had been on Match for just 2 weeks before he got a wink from Leslie. Yes, she made the first move which lead them to messaging a few days before exchanging numbers. Our first phone conversation lasted 4 hours! It was an instant connection. They spoke daily for hours at a time plus text messaging throughout the day. Two weeks later they went on our first date, which was the perfect first date. And Leslie and Javier been inseparable ever since! Javier proposed 8 months later at a Raider game! It was a whirlwind romance, they are getting married on April Fools’ Day, so they like to joke and say the theme of their wedding is “Fools Rush In”.

        Leslie & Javier are both huge Oakland Raider and Dodger fans, so they enjoy watching football and baseball games together. They even got engaged at a Raider game last October! Go Raiders! Both of them are into Crossfit, they workout together 5 times a week at their Crossfit gym. And they enjoy cooking together and for each other. 

        In their own words, this is what Leslie and Javier said about each other regarding about what characteristics do you like about each other. Javier: "She‘s the most intelligent person I know. She doesn’t take nonsense from anyone. Always up for anything and never scared to try new things. She’s the CEO, CFO, & COO of our relationship. This will sound very cheesy but she makes me want to be a better person. My performance at work has improved, I started Crossfit which I was always scared of but she made me feel safe. I guess what I am trying to say is I’m not scared of failing or of the unknown because I know she has my back."

        Leslie: "Javier has the biggest heart, he’s a gentleman and chivalrous (he opened the door for me on our first date and does so even today), he has a great sense of humor and makes me laugh every day, even when I’m having a bad day. He’s caring, thoughtful and a great communicator, we spend hours on the phone talking to each other every day. I love coming home to him every day after work. I’m so blessed to be marrying my best friend!"

        Leslie and Javier envision for their future only getting better together as a married couple. They will always date each other so they never lose the fire in our relationship. And they are planning on having a family of their own soon. Leslie and Javier is also looking forward to their romantic honeymoon in the city of love - Paris!

        Congratulations Leslie and Javier!!! Thank you for sharing your love story with us and the world. Thank for allowing us to capture your special and memorable day. Please enjoy some great photos through the Janice Owen Photography experience. Cheers! 

DanceOn Company / Arts & Entertainment Studio Photographer / Dance-Off Juniors / Dance Showdown

I have always love to dance, when I was 21 years old I had my 15 mins of fame on a show called "Dance 360." The show aired back in 2004. Who knew that my love of photography have taken me the world of DANCE again... now in the digital world. Thank you to my good friend Tram who got me the opportunity to work this past summer with the popular Dance company called DanceOn (co-founder company is Madonna & Nigel Lythgoe). This rise of the next-generation programming set out to make DanceOn the best digital-first programmer for dance entertainment. I got to work with some of the most talented and amazing choreographers and dancers. Check out more dance videos info below and enjoy all the wonderful photos from the set of Dance-Off Juniors and Dance Showdown. Thank you!

Entertainment Info:

DANCE-OFF JUNIORS

Host: Devon Werkheiser (an American actor, voice actor, singer-songwriter and musician) // Judges: Matt Steffanina (a professional choreographer & entrepreneur dedicated to teaching those willing to get on the floor how to dance like a pro), Ladia Yates (Dancer who has shared the stage with superstar artists like Usher, Missy Elliot & Jangle Monae), Todrick Hall (Todrick Hall is an American singer, actor, dancer, director, choreographer, and YouTuber) // Contestants: Leah Roga, Charlize Glass, Bailey Sok, Logan Edra, Will Simmons, and Angel Gibbs.

* You can view this Dance-Off Junior Episode here

DANCE SHOWDOWN

Host: D-Trix (a former Quest Crew member, the popular star of theDOMINICshow, a YouTube personality) - Judges: Gabbie Hanna (an American vlogger and web-based comedian of The Gabbie Show) and Madd Chadd (aka "the Robot" one of the most respected dancers in the world, a master in mechanical movement and the style of popping) // Contestants: Brennon Taylor, Nikki Limo, Corey Scherer, and Dan Hill. 

* You can view this Dance Showdown Episode here

Here's my 15 mins of fame! I got featured on national television MTV & Kcal 9 - DANCE 360 aired back in 2004 when I was 21 years young :)  

Show Info:

Dance 360 (year aired 2004-2005) was a modern hip-hop television series in which different dancers competed to win 360 dollars and an Xbox or a cell phone from Boost Mobile. It was hosted by Fredro Starr, Alfonso Ribeiro, and Kel Mitchell with DJ K-Sly providing the beats for the dancers. 

The dancers were selected from the audience at the beginning of the show, and they competed one-on-one, with the winner going on to the next round. They were judged by the level of audience applause. In addition to the prizes awarded, the winner was also given the last few seconds of the show to give "shout outs" to friends and family. The show's title comes from the circle on the dance floor where the dancers competed. 

* The show was noted for its famous slogans: "Yo, Fredro, where you at?!", "Three six oooh", "Tag Your Man!*" and "Head To Head!".