Think. Play. Create. Book?

Think. Play. Create.

A couple of weeks ago, we took our daughter to the Children's Museum and I meant to blog about it, but got too busy between photo shoots, work, and birthday parties. Anyhow, Beans had a great time! It's a great place for children (and adults) to experience cool art exhibits, hands-on arts and crafts projects, and really just play. If you get a chance, make your way down there and I promise you won't be disappointed. You really can make a day of it, too, because they have a cool little organic cafe! Here are just a couple of pictures from Beans' trip...

Book.

So let's talk photography! If you're teetering on the fence about getting your family's portraits for the upcoming holiday season, it's time to make the leap and book your session. I am completely booked for both November and December, and I only have a couple of spots left for September and a few more in October. So get on the ball and send me an email to get your family's photo session scheduled! info@sweetface-photography.com

Lastly, I just want to send a special shout-out to the Park View Little League team of Chula Vista! Way to represent our hometown guys! You guys went out there, worked your butts off, and earned your place as the World Champions!!! Way to go blue bombers and congratulations!!!

AP Photo

Party of ten!

Ok, I have had an abnormally busy weekend and sadly must admit that my brain is somewhere between sauteed and fried. So that said, I'm going to attempt to keep this post short...well, as far as my babbling goes. Yesterday I had the privilege of photographing my largest family to date: 10, count 'em 10 people! 8 adults, one newborn, and one two-year old (which, as parents know, is equivalent to two adults since they somehow have the power to be in at least two places at once! lol). You should recognize a couple of familiar faces as I photographed Erin and Jesse when they welcomed their newest, Gabriel, into the world a month ago. Well, Erin's family decided that they wanted to take this opportunity to get portraits for the whole family - covering four generations! I am so honored that they picked me to do this for them. Had a great time meeting all of you!

Norah, Gabriel, and their grandparents

But just because they're grandparents, doesn't mean Liz and Jim can't make things sizzle!

Of course hotness like that breeds hotness like their lovely daughters! check out Jackie, Erika, and Erin working. it. out!

Even the ocean is drawn to her!

Jim and his lovelies!

LOVE this photo! I have a very special closeness with my mom, so I always love seeing that in other mom/daughter relationships.

The ladies looking fabulous (with a little help from uber handsome Gabriel)

The gentlemen were not to be outdone, no siree.

And I'm posting this one because it's very typical of a shoot involving toddlers. They're pretty much in their own world most of the time and I love how Norah is more concerned with her "bribe" than with me and my stupid camera! lol

I hope you guys enjoyed your sneak peeks!

A *star* is born!!!

My niece has made her debut into this world! Stellina (Italian for "little star") is GORGEOUS!!! Mom and dad are both doing well.

Our family is blessed and happy...not to mention busy. So I've got to run, but I'll leave you with this sneak peek.





Of course...a ton of photos are forthcoming.

Take care!

Sneak Peek for little miss A

This past Saturday, I met up with the H family. They wanted to take some photos in celebration of little miss A recently turning 2! As a mom to an almost two-year old, I knew I was in for a *busy* shoot and A did not let me down. As soon as they put her down, she was off and running. You gotta love the excitement and wonder of a two-year old. Makes for some fantastic shots. Well...that and her amazingly blue eyes. So without further ado, here are some teasers from the session. Hope you enjoy!

And one of my faves. Talk about your water conductor! :)

I had a blast photographing you A...and your little lamb, too.

Summer fun in SD almost always involves water...

In prep for a shoot I have coming up soon, we took Beans and Geeg down to the local mall to play in the chalk garden and water spouts. It was a hot, sunny day, so it was a perfect way to not only test out the location, but also to cool off the girls and WEAR THEM OUT! ;)

Geeg was a little more hesistant to get in...but she still had a blast!

Afterward, we all had lunch in the food pavilion, where I managed to catch Beans' newest "face". I have no idea where she got this from...but she cracks me up! It is so fun being her mom.

A midsummer day's post...

There’s a lot going on this month, between photo shoots, birthdays, a baby shower, *my vacay*, and my niece set to make her debut on the 29th! Just thought I would update you on my availability over the next couple of months.

So, with the holidays just around the bend, it’s time to start thinking about family portraits and holiday cards. You may be thinking it’s a little early for holiday photos, but really think about it. How many times have you felt that the holiday season seemed to come out of nowhere? That in the blink of an eye, kids are ringing your bell for candy, you’re carving a turkey, and soon after opening Christmas presents? And if you’re anything like my family – you have holiday celebrations to attend, between family, friends, and work. So the time slips away and the next thing you know, it’s a week before Christmas and you just never got around to getting those portraits done.

Now is definitely the time to gather your family for those all important portraits - when things are still relatively calm and the days are still gloriously long (meaning more yummy sunlight for your photos).

Like I said before, August is booked up, but here are the remaining dates for the month of September:

Saturday, September 13
Sunday, September 14
Sunday, September 21

Also, if you would like to book for October, November or December, please email me at info@sweetface-photography.com to secure your spot today!