Wednesday, July 29, 2009

By gosh, by golly, it's time for mistletoe and holly...

Song of the day: Mistletoe and Holly by Frank Sinatra

I know what you’re thinking – Christmas songs? In August? Well…there’s a rhyme to my reason my friends. It looks like it’s about that time again. You know – where I start getting on you to remind you that the holiday season is just around the corner and that it’s time for you to start thinking about booking your family’s holiday session! I know, you think I’m kidding, but lest we forget I warned you all last year that the season would be here before you knew it and I was right. Not that I’m one to say I told you so, buuuuut…. ;)

So that said people, whether you want to surprise mom and dad with some photos of the grandkids (or you and your siblings), you want to include some family photos with this year’s holiday cards, or you just feel like getting your picture taken because you’re feeling fabulous, it’s time to get to it! If you’re hoping to get some photos done for the holidays, now is the time to book. There are still a couple of spots in September and October available, but I literally have one…ONE slot left for the month of November!


I'm also happy to announce that I will be offering holiday cards for the 2009 holiday season! There are a total of 17 designs to choose from! Here's a quick sneak peek at some of the designs that will be available to you all:


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I'm also toying with the idea of offering gift certificates. I mean, what better gift for that friend or family member who keeps meaning to get family portraits done, but just never gets around to it? So keep an eye out on the blog for the announcement of gift certificate availability.


Well my friends, that's all I have for now. I'll be spending this weekend entertaining, having fun with, and of course photographing my mother-in-law, sister-in-law and her two gorgeous kiddos who are coming in from Colorado for a visit. Just another excuse for me to be a tourist in this beautiful city I call home. Hope you all enjoy the rest of your week and your weekend!

Saturday, July 25, 2009

Gabriel makes four...

You may remember this gorgeous little family from when we highlighted the anticipation of little Gabriel's arrival (click here). Erin, Jesse, and big sister Norah welcomed little Gabriel into the world on July 16, and today I had the absolute joy of meeting him and photographing him and the rest of the family. Gabriel is easily one of the most calm, sweet little babies I've ever met. Slept most of the session, but even when he was awake, he just sat there calmly and took everything in with his gorgeously deep blue eyes. Who knows, maybe it's a sign of the kind of personality he will have or it could have been the three or four mini-nursing sessions he had, but either way that's my kind of guy - easy going and loves to eat! ;)

Before I get to the photos let me just say that it was hard for me to narrow down my faves, so this is going to be a BIG sneak peek. I'd also advise you to take a seat if you're not sitting already. Prepare for cuteness overload...


From his head (full of hair)...
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...to his toes, he's just adorable!
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Big sister Norah didn't really feel up to taking pictures, but when she did, she gave us pure gold. Look at the love!
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I can just hear you all saying, "awwww". I know I did!
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Erin and Jesse, many thanks for letting me into your (beautiful) home and giving me the chance to document this special time in your lives. Congratulations on your new family of four!

Monday, July 20, 2009

Christian's parents-to-be...

Yesterday evening was yet another gorgeous evening in San Diego. The weather was perfect for a fabulous parents-to-be session for Sophia and Steve, who are expecting Christian Oliver (name love!) this September. The parents-to-be wanted to capture this special time in their lives - you know, when they're still able to get some peace and quiet ;) No seriously, maternity sessions are fast becoming my favorites to photograph because it is all about hope and transition; it is a time to celebrate the love that created this life and the love that will grow because of it. There is a look that can only be found on the faces of expectant parents and Sophia and Steve were no exception. It is a look that I can only describe as peaceful excitement. Normally that would be oxymoronic, but in terms of people awaiting the arrival of their child - it makes perfect sense. So anyway, let's ditch my jibber jabbering and get on with the sneak peeks!

Ahhh...proof that I am funny! ;) lol
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Seriously how gorgeous are these two? Christian is bound to be a heartbreaker, I'm telling you.
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Here...right here. This is that peaceful excitement I was talking about.
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Of course Steve looks great, too, but check out Sophia in all her Vogue-worthy fierceness! Work it out girl!
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Sophia and Steve, thank you for letting me capture this special time in your lives. I am so looking forward to meeting your little man in a few short weeks. Until then, I hope you all enjoy our sneak peeks!

Sunday, July 12, 2009

Two moms, Two sets of sisters, and three cousins...

Riddle of the day. When do two moms, two sisters, and three cousins equal a total of five people? When the set of sisters happen to be moms, and one of them has two daughters.

Yesterday I had the pleasure of photographing five...count 'em five lovely ladies! Theresa and Karen are sisters and wanted to get some portraits to celebrate the bonds they share as both sisters and mothers. Theresa is mom to one-year old miss Sayla. Her sister, Karen, is mom to two little girls - Hannah, five, and Makayla, also one. All together, these ladies were a ball of energy and just a beautiful family who very clearly love each other to pieces. They picked the gorgeous setting of Coronado beach as their backdrop and it was the perfect day for a beach session, let me tell you. The sun was shining beautifully and the ladies were working it for the camera.


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America's Next Top Model? I say yes because Hannah is a doll!
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Sayla had a blast during her very first beach visit. What was supposed to be a dip turned into a full soaking when she took a little spill. But she brushed it off and went right back in. Look at this sweet, adorable face!

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Little Makayla was none too happy about being at the beach and liked to hide her face. But when she did open up, look at the gorgeous peepers she boasted!
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You gotta love a mom who is willing to just jump right in there and get soaked for the shot!
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Theresa and Karen, I had so much fun playing in the sand, splashing in the pacific, finding crabs under rocks, and photographing you and your beautiful girls.

Tuesday, July 7, 2009

Twenty Ten

Song of the day: Gone Too Soon by Michael Jackson (for obvious reasons, I'm sure)

Sorry I've been neglecting the blog a bit readers. Just been spending time being a mommy to my loverly little girl, working, taking pictures, and I took some much needed time off for 100% R&R over the 4th of July weekend.

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So the main reason for this entry is to discuss session bookings. I'm happy to report that we're already looking at October and November sessions. But much to my surprise and delight...we're also started booking into 2010! You read that right people. This is a pretty regular occurrence for wedding photographers, as they are often booking up to a year in advance. But with portrait photographers, I'd say the average booking is about a month or two out. So it really speaks to my heart that people are appreciating my work so much that they are booking 3-6 months in advance. Seriously...the love is appreciated right back. Thank you.


On another note, I hope you all are enjoying your summer as much me and my family are. Do any of you have any special plans this summer? Yeah? Comment below - I can always use ideas to keep the husband and the little one entertained.

More shoots coming up soon, starting this weekend with some lovely sisters and their little ones, so keep an eye out for that. And as usual, if you're reading this and are in need of some portraits for you and your family, just shoot me an email.

So I'll leave you all with a quick pic. How my family kicked off the Summer. Complaints? Can't say I have any my friends; can't say I have a one.



Thanks for reading!

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