Monthly Archives: April 2012

Baby Noah.

I think if you’d ask any photographer they’d agree that a satisfied customer makes them happy, but what puts the cherry on top is when loyal clients turn into friends. Yes, I am quietly imagining shaking my pom pom and waving a yippee flag as I am photographing Diana and Ario’s one-month old son, Noah. Yes, moi, was excited to not only shoot Diana and Ario’s gorgeous maternity session in Malibu, but thrilled to create a photo booth and photograph their baby shower as well. Now, I’m floored because I’m honored to shoot their baby’s new born session. Typically newborn sessions are taken within the first week of their precocious entrance into the world. Since Diana had to deliver this champ early, she wanted to wait until he was ready for his big debut.

Yay, Diana and Ario! You are now officially parents. I’m so happy and excited for you both. Can’t wait to see baby Noah grow!

Noah arrived on March 12, 2012 at 5 lbs. 12 oz. and 20 in.

This little cutie is smiling in his sleep.
Someone doesn’t like being swaddled.Newborn lips are teeny tiny.

Itty bitty toes.Hey daddy, are you already trying to teach him how to say what’s up?
I adore the preciousness here. (Yes, I think I just made up another word…lol)Noah was already getting a little pooped out by this point. Mommy really wanted to get the ring shot, so I had her hold his feet. I love the results!
I don’t know why but newborns always look so darn cute in owl outfits.

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Sam. Graduation 2012. UCLA

Eating pizza. Playing some ball. Lounging with a guitar. These are real examples of what a college undergraduate guy does between classes. Of course you also have to get your study on. So typically, guys just like to hit the books in between watching or playing basketball. If you can’t find Sam buried under a bunch of pizza boxes, you’ll sure find him buried under the books in the library, because Sam is a true male scholar. That’s right, he’s a smart one who has some real pressure to succeed if you ask me. He is the eldest out of four and a second generation Bruin. This means he has to be a major role model and take it up a notch to fill his dad’s shoes. Well, he is right on his way to do just that. Sam is finishing up his bachelors degree in History and plans on becoming an accountant. Personally, Sam is a pretty cool dude if you ask me. He’s a tad on the shy side but can make any girl swoon after he flashes his pearly whites, especially my sister Gens, his girlfriend.

Sam and Gens met at UCLA and have been dating for a while. But you know, dating in college is kinda of like Hollywood, anything over one month is solid. So, this cute couple wanted to also take some lovey dovey couple shots. I thought it was sweet. Go ahead take a look!

Congratulations Sam, you are the man!

Oh the life!


A little studly, aren’t we?

Pondering his future.
Chillin’
Watch out…here comes the swoon machine!

Seriously!Now it’s time for the couple grad sesh.
What a guy!Young love!

I guess I will write this, but only because she’s my sister.

U-C-L-A Fight, Fight, Fight!

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Gens. Graduation 2012. UCLA.

Congratulations little sister! Although you chose to attend the “other” Southern California University, I still love, respect, and admire your hard work and dedication. I see greatness in you. As you know, ambition is what will lead you to accomplish any goal your heart desires. You are a winner! Continue to strive until you reach your mountain top. Then, take a moment to look out at the goodness and continue to thrive on to bigger and better dreams. Cheers sisto, I love you!!!


She’s a show stopper!

Pretty girl!

Work it!Congratulations class of 2012!
This light made her look even more ah-maze-ing!!!Of course the little ham had to jump in and play with his auntie.Blur was totally intentional…doesn’t it make her look like a princess?

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Buddies. Whittier.

Buddies, pals, amigos all are synonymous of the word friend. These two little fellows were destined to be buds before they could even holler “mama!” Their mommies were friends before wedding bells rang, before bellies started bulging, and way before Britax became the new “it” brand. So, it’s only natural that this relationship is meant to last forever. Our boys are growing up fast, so of course to freeze these precious moments in time I thought I’d snap a few photos of how real boys play!

Baby E, thirteen months, is walking.  Baby C, eight months, ready to join the fun…only a few more months and they’ll be chasing each other.
“What’s it like way up there?”“Goonies never say die!”

What a smile this kid has got on him! I adore this photo! I tried to make it look a little more rugged. Well they are boys, ya know!
This is his Tyrannosaurus Rex walk:)

“Hey, you are wearing my shirt!”

Our ‘lil old men.
Wow, who knew we were so hilarious?A little boy action!

Just lean on me brother…

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Graduation Photo Sessions 2012

Are you a grad? Do you know a grad? Well, it’s that time again to celebrate and show off 2012’s graduates! Let me help you personalize your shoot with…

serious styles
silly sarcasm
cute couples
stylish you

or just plain fun.

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Spring Shoot. USC.

Spring is in the air and I’m loving every bit of it. Why do I love spring so much? Well, it’s only the best time of the year for a birthday. And since it’s only days away from mine, I thought I would treat myself to an extra long photo shoot of my number one guy.  I know, I know, but I just can’t help myself. We spent the day at USC and I took like a million and one pictures.  We also visited one of my dearest friends and she joined in the picture taking fun as well. Please don’t let all this cuteness overwhelm you! Book a spring session of your own! Happy Spring!

He loves to walk all by himself.
This picture was inspired by the fabulous Jasmine Star, from our engagement session.
Hello everybody!Someone taught him how to smell flowers. I just want to know who taught him how to eat them after?
On the go!Why so serious?

Life is like a box of chocolates….
I want to eat these toes!Student body left.
Student body right.
Trojan boy.
Svea, you make us happy when skies are gray (even though it’s gorgeous outside you still made it a little brighter).
Thank you for taking a couple of photos of just the three of us.
No, it wasn’t laundry day. Each colored shirt represented a different form of abuse someone has been exposed to or witnessed.

He really is itty bitty!
Really couldn’t get enough of all the perfect little peep holes.

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Happy Early Birthday To Me

It’s that time again…you know when you feel a little anxious because you’re turning a year older. That means another candle, ahhhh! Right around 27 I started to feel this way. My stomach would turn every time I thought about reaching that deadliest of deadly ages. The age where you might as well run inside, hide under the covers, and scream until you cry. Well that year has come and gone for me and really I haven’t felt better! I have been blessed with so many beautiful people in my life that I can’t wait to celebrate another year of my life with them. Really! I know it’s typical, but age ain’t nothin’ but a numba! And what better place to celebrate like a rockstar? Well, in Vegas of course! Some of my family and friends decided to join me on yet another Sin City adventure. I am happy to say it was a success. I had a blast and brought my camera with me to show you what happens in photo booths in Vegas do not stay in photo booths, Ha!

Many many years ago I learned from my momma that it is better to give than receive. So, I make sure that every time I have my people help me celebrate a special occasion I give them a little something in return. Below are also some snaps of the goodies that I put together for the girls that joined me over the weekend.

Neon is totally hip, right?
Packed all these goodies to keep us entertained while we were getting our tan on!

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