Just in time for the holidays | Carlsbad newborn photographer

You met Leah and Mike, and big sister Addison, a couple of months ago for their maternity session. Now they're a new family of four, having just welcomed handsome little Preston into the world last week. Such a sweet little guy; Preston just went with the flow of things and never fussed no matter how many times we repositioned him or changed his clothes. Once again I found myself wanting to put down the camera and just melt in and enjoy his delightful newborn-ness. Thankfully I didn't because [1] that would probably have freaked his parents out (lol) and [2] you all wouldn't get to see just how beautiful he is...

...from his fingers...

...to his toes!

Talk about perfection...

Look at those eyes!

In the adorable hat that Leah's mom made for him...

And in the spirit of the upcoming holiday we captured what are probably my favorite images of the season......

Three men and a little lady...

Yesterday evening I met with Allison and James down at Seaport Village, which happens to be the place where James proposed. *Insert aww's here* When we were deciding on the location for their shoot, Allison told me that she preferred being near the water and, as an example, mentioned Seaport Village and that it's where they had gotten engaged. I thought there was something really special about the idea of revisiting their engagement spot with their growing family - sort of a "full circle" kind of thing. They've come a long way since that fateful day and have since married and had two ADORABLE little boys - Luke and Reid - and I'm so glad they let me capture a little moment of their lives.

Oh...and once again people, I just HAVE to say it. I get to photograph the most beautiful families in San Diego. No really - just look for yourself...







I love this next one - I think they look like they're in a catalogue. By the way, I have to say that I love their wardrobe choices. See how they're coordinated without being entirely uniformed? Modern without being too trendy?



A little brotherly love for ya. (and I told you - adorable!)

A teaser of a sneak peek...

I'm dealing with some computer issues which I hope to have resolved this week, so this post is going to be relatively short. I'm calling it a teaser because, well, you all know how picture crazy I get and like to share a ton during sneak peeks. But alas...the computer issues aforementioned are limiting me. I've already typed this a couple of times and had to start anew after being booted mid-post.

Anyhow, I'd like you to meet the uber-adorable Hudson and his beautiful parents. I'm more than honored that they drove all the way down from LA to let me hang out with and photograph them and their handsome little guy.





I am CONVINCED that Jenn is or was a model, because check out how she "smizes" like nobody business!



Jenn and Kevin proving that parenthood is hot! :)



And keep an eye out for more of them later this week, as we also squeezed in a holiday mini-sesh with the rest of their family! :)

9 days old...

Today I had the great privilege of photographing another newborn. We weren't expecting little Devon until next month, but he decided to make his debut into the world last weekend. I'm choosing to believe he was just THAT excited to meet me ;) Such a precious little guy he is; slept most of the time, but even awake he just sat ever-so-sweetly and let me snap away. Along for the ride were his parents, and big sister, Siena (who is equally adorable, might I add)! Like most toddlers, she was none too excited about having her photograph taken, but I still managed to trick her into a couple of great shots. All in all it was a great photo shoot - but then, how could you go wrong with as beautiful a family as this?

I just love baby feet!

Another "aww" inspiring moment...

Thanks so much for welcoming into your home and letting me capture a few of Devon's first moments in the world! Congratulations to your growing family, and I hope you guys enjoy your sneak peeks!

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)...

...to his toes, he's just adorable!

Big sister Norah didn't really feel up to taking pictures, but when she did, she gave us pure gold. Look at the love!

I can just hear you all saying, "awwww". I know I did!

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!

Sneak Peek for Marlena and "Saxby"

So it's been a crazy busy weekend and I haven't had much time for sleep (hence the 1:00am posting), let alone finding time to edit and blog. I normally try to have a sneak peek up for my clients on the same day of the shoot, but as you all know, sometimes things just come up. Anyway, let me just get to this beautiful new mama.

First let me just say, this mama-to-be gets cool points for choosing one of the coolest in-utero nicknames I've ever heard. They're calling this little guy Saxby and I love it. ;) I loved this shoot for a couple of reasons. First, Marlena was great to work with; up for just about anything, had a perfectly round, smooth belly, and she's one of the nicest people I've ever met. Second, I had never been to the Cabrillo National Monument and boy am I glad we picked this place - it is absofrickenlutely gorgeous! If you haven't been, I highly suggest you go. You will be awed.

Marlena, it was such a pleasure to meet and photograph both you and Saxby. Can't wait to meet your little guy!

And finally, what is probably one of my most favorite images ever...