Sammy!

I say it time and time again, but it just happens to be a very true story: I get to shoot the cutest kids ever! Little miss Samantha just turned a year old and she is just a little doll. From her sweet grin to her adorable little just-learning-to-walk waddle, she is a little ball of perfection. Which should be a surprise to no one considering what a beautiful couple of parents she has! ;) Just scroll down and take a look...you'll see what I'm talking about!

First of all - look at the lashes on this girl! Amazing, right?






Icing on the cake was getting to see daddy's firetruck live and up close!








Her favorite toy garnered the biggest smiles!




Isn't she just gorgeous?


That's the end!

The Sofia and Maya show...

As a lifestyle photographer, I have gotten used to the idea that when it comes to shooting kids, they pretty much run the show.  Because, you know, I want to capture the kids doing what they do best...being themselves.  Yesterday I had the pleasure of meeting Heather, Chuck, and their pretty-as-all-get-out twin girls, Sofia and Maya.  At just over 14 months old, they are pretty much mastering the whole walking thing.  Couple that with their natural instinct to explore, explore, explore and it easily turned this session into a laugh factory.  I'm not sure I've ever laughed so much at a photo session.  I had such a great time photographing (yet another) beautiful family, on a beautiful day, in  beautiful place.  Gosh my job is SO hard ;)   Ok...enough of me, right?!  

Let's start with the stars of the show.  Maya's on the left; Sofia, right.  Are they not like, crazy adorable?!

I love this one because of Maya's "blue steel" ;)

And this one because I think Sofia was telling me I needed to use the ol' noggin a little more.  ;)

Daddy and Maya share a moment...

Let's not forget mommy and Sofia

Heather and Chuck, it was a real pleasure to meet you and the girls yesterday.  I hope you guys enjoy your sneak peek!

Sneak peek for K

One of my oldest and dearest friends was looking to spruce up and add some portraits to her portfolio (she is an aspiring, not to mention talented, writer) so she tagged me for the "job". It was so much fun catching up with her and like always, she embraced the shoot with optimism and her usual carefree spirit.

I had fun "shooting" you K and I hope you enjoy the photos. Here's your sneak peek...

Success is a journey, not a destination. Happiness is to be found along the way, not at the end of the road.

Sneak Peek for C & D

This weekend I had a couple of mini-sessions, among them were the lovely couple of C& D. C is actually mom to one of my friends, and now I know why my friend is as fun and outgoing as she is. Both C&D were willing to try anything to get "the shot" and I had a great time photographing them. I hope you both enjoy your photos...and here are a couple of sneek peeks in the meantime. :)

One hot weekend...

Let's face it...San Diego is probably the ideal spot in terms of weather. It is almost always nice and comfortable, and my eastcoast family frequently comments that they should move out here, because, where else can you wear shorts in winter? This past weekend was just another testament to the fantastic weather. It was actually quite warm...but not unbearable.



Saturday, the husband, the daughter, and I ended up spending a lazy afternoon down at Seaport Village. We walked around, gazed across the bay, listened to some local talent, ate a nice lunch, and enjoyed some great gelato (from Mondo Gelato...which, if you go, I suggest the Bacio and Peanut Butter...yum!). Here are some photos from the day...


























Sunday, my brother, his girlfriend, and her niece all came over and we spent time at the park playing with water guns. Beans didn't really get the concept, but she had a blast chasing after everyone and getting sprayed with the water. Apparently...that wasn't enough for the little ones, so we ended up in our pool for more H20 fun. Beans and Gigi had a great time...and (thankfully) were both pooped and ready to hit the hay by the time they were done eating dinner.













What happens when you bring a gun expert to a watergun fight... hahahaha







All in all...I'd say it was a great weekend. I got to practice with my new nifty fifty, spend time with my family, and eat gelato. Life doesn't get much better than this. :)