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Angela, Adam & Baby Ashley. Family. Pasadena Family Photographer.

June 12, 2013

I like to think of myself as a visual story teller and sort of like a digital time capsule. One that captures each family’s, couple’s, or person’s life as it is at that very moment. Angela, Adam and Baby Ashley all brought up this lovely reminder of how I want to continue portraying my photography through their own story. This cute family of three shared their gorgeous mother-daughter moments and fun father-daughter spirit. Yes, I randomly give each person I meet a little direction, but I mostly continue snapping away after capturing a pretty portrait and I try and get the real expression or look after they can’t seem to hold that smile or gaze any longer. I think it’s important to show the true beauty of how they were feeling, how beautiful they looked (a definite must), and most importantly, how they Loved. I’m passionate about photographing the images that I would like someone to take of me and my family, plus I also want to mirror my photography after my Nana’s old black and white photos that were kept so perfectly preserved in her colorful flower-power 1960’s photo albums. I adored that this lovely family brought a vintage red tricycle that used to be Adam’s but has now been passed down to Ashley because it only reminded me of how we still hold onto the various items we grew up with. Here, I get to show you some glimpses of how this family loves and plays together. I don’t even know where to start with telling you about how stylishly-adorable Baby Ashley is…so I will just show you.

This is my favorite image because it’s full of light and a beautiful relationship between mother and daughter (I can’t wait for this). He plays with her like only a daddy can.Here is how mommies’ play.…through kisses, hugs, and snuggles
Here is the little four-whell bike…darling, just darling.

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April, Ryan & Baby Lilla. Family Session. West Covina Family Photographer.

June 7, 2013

She is a paramedic and he is a firefighter so this location couldn’t get any more perfect for their family’s photo session (which was a sweet gift from April’s mommy). This smokin’ hot couple just had their precious baby girl a little over four months ago. Wowzers! They just created the cutest human siren ever because I’m sure, like all infants, she has kept them up all night before with her energetic cries.

It just blows my mind how social media is so fantastic. I mean, April and I met when we were in Kindergarten and were best amigas throughout grammar school. However, like most elementary friendships, when you go off to separate high schools, you tend to loose touch. Luckily, we reconnected online and now I get to witness her beautiful family grow. She is still the sweet, kind-hearted, and super athletic girl I treasured as a friend in our younger years. Ryan, is a calm and gentle giant (well anyone that is over 5’3 is basically super tall to me) and is a perfect match for the prettiest medic I know. After they married, their sweet Lilla arrived and instantly became a full fledged member of this dynamic duo. Watch out for this cutie! She’ll ring your alarm with her smiles, stares, and smirks!

Congratulations on your precious family! Here is my favorite! Look at all this love that’s squeezing out. April your ruby red lipstick just makes you even hotter here! Pretty girls!!!Okay, sometimes I just have to go with a runner up-second favorite!I couldn’t decide which image I loved more. So I am blogging both, because I can. You decided, which is your favorite?

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Charm, Scotty, Carter & soon to be Baby Number Two. Maternity. Orange County Maternity Photographer.

June 4, 2013

As soon as baby number one was on it’s way Charm and Scotty planned, took classes, and almost over prepared for their little arrival. Baby Carter or shall I say Big Brother Carter, now almost two, will soon help his parents welcome another bouncing boy into their family. Charm & Scotty and my husband & I have been friends for several years now, so sharing their story is like sharing a bit of ours. This cute couple knew they wanted to start a family right away. So, when Charm shared the news with her closest friends, that she was pregnant with Carter, I was beyond happy for them (Especially because I knew Carter and my son would only be six months apart). With our bellies brewing we daydreamed about our future play dates, swimming lessons, and adventures we would have with our sons. In 2011 our babies came and we fulfilled our sweet dreams of them becoming the best of friends. As luck would have it Charm and I are pregnant again, except this time our initial expectancy date was the exact same date. Yes, you heard me! Two best friends with their second child having the same due date. What are the odds? Better yet, how beautiful will it be that our friendships will continue to grow and our children will all share a close bond. I know Charm and Scotty are again very ready, a bit more confidant, and have their hearts open wide to welcome the new little addition to their growing family.

Now if you think Carter is cute, watch out world, I can’t wait to see an equally adorable baby C. I use the initial “C” because Charm and Scotty are still trying to narrow down their “C’ names. I already gave them my vote. I guess we will all have to wait until baby number two arrives. Here is a look at Charm’s growing belly and the last photo session of this family of three.
“Great Scott” (In the Disneyland cast member’s voice), look at you…all debonair and stuff. They love them some Toms!
It’s a boy!!!Here are a few of my favorites. Charm you are beyond glowing. You look beautiful! xoOkay seriously how cute is he? Look at his chompers! The anticipation of what the next baby looks like is killing me!

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Mateo. Newborn. Los Angeles Newborn Photography.

June 2, 2013

I’m so thrilled to finally shout it out that I am featured on Onto Baby. Elvira, from Charlie and Olivia, contacted me to take some newborn photos for her sweet little baby boy, Mateo. She also wanted me to document her fantastically designed nursery. Please visit Onto Baby to read what they have to say about us! Below are some of the images from that day. Thank you Elvira for the opportunity to work with you once again. I think we make an awesome match!
Baby Mateo.

February 16, 2013

8lbs. 150z. and 22in.

Congratulations Elvira and Carlos you sure have a handsome little guy!

The one below is my favorite! I love his sleeping smirk.

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Esther, Jimmy and Baby Nicholas. Family. Whittier Family Photographer.

May 28, 2013

I can’t help but pinch myself every time I photograph a new family. I love what I do and I love how I feel because each family is ready to show me their best outfits and smiles. When I say they always show me their best, and I do mean their best, it always melts me heart like an ooey-gooey hunk of brie fresh out of the oven. Well, who doesn’t love cheese, right? So, seeing these families, like Esther and Jimmy, gaze, kiss, squeeze and tickle one another is the sweetest part of all and makes me feel like I’m “just living the dream.” This is like adding the brown sugar right on top of that baked brie. Oh ya! Just try it and spread it on top of your carb of choice. You can thank me later…hee he. Esther and Jimmy told me they started their family a little late, but that made waiting for ten-month old Nicholas even better. They adore him and I can just feel their love just gushing out. After our super mini studio session we walked to gather some family memories at a nearby park. As we were walking there, Esther blew my socks off. I asked her, like I ask all my new clients, how she heard of me. She responded that I was refereed to her on an invite-only Facebook page for mommies. She told me there were a lots of photographers that are suggested on the wall, but while she was looking, she chose me. I was so flattered that I’m surprised she couldn’t see my heart pounding back and forth out of my shirt (you know like those Warner Bro. cartoons). This just confirms that this was fate and I couldn’t be happier to have met this trio. You have one of the sweetest families, Esther. Thank you for selecting me and don’t forget to invite me into that mommy page. (Just sayin’)

This is my favorite… (no explanation needed)I love his puckered up look!Nicholas loved his snacks. He looked too cute eating them too!Can’t help it, second favorite!Esther your smile is amazing and bright!Someone wanted to get in on the kiss too:)Esther hand-made this superhero cape with the initial “N” on the back for his Superhero-themed first birthday party. Can I get one of these please-adorable!This kid is ready to take flight!

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Benjamin. Baptism. Long Beach Lifestyle Photographer.

May 21, 2013

Amanda and Danny, welcomed baby Benjamin into this world just a little more then ten months ago. Now, Benjamin is ready to take in the Holy spirit. He was baptized on one of the most gorgeous days this Spring. It seems as though every time I document a baptism the birds are chirping, the sky is crystal clear, and God is just waiting to welcome beautiful bundles of joy into His glory. During the ceremony Benjamin was all smiles, ready to accept Jesus into his heart. They started the day with dressing him in a vintage inspired cream one piece with an absolutely charming bib and bonnet. And how perfect was it that St. Bartholomew is located literally two blocks from Amanda and Danny’s home, so we all trotted along Long Beach’s cheerful neighborhood. Of course with all joyous occasions quickly there after comes the celebration. I just had to capture the pin-worthy centerpieces and very chic dessert table that Amanda created for her guests. Congratulations baby Benjamin!
This one below is my favorite. I love the way Danny shows his overwhelming sense of delight in his son’s initiation into the first sacrament with God. I loved capturing everyone’s moment of joy for Benjamin. Look at grandma clapping for him…awwAnd now the proud family.
Seriously, I wanted to be a guest just so I could maybe snatch one of these perfectly put-together succulent centerpieces.

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Charlie and Olivia. Flower Pop-Up Shop. Anthropologie.

May 14, 2013

Charlie and Olivia had their second annual Mother’s Day Anthropologie event. They created gorgeous floral arrangements for their pop-up shop in celebration of all the beautiful mothers out there. No matter what any lady says, I think a bouquet can always brighten up any occasion. I loved the way they paired vibrant spring blooms with classic and delicate accent garden flowers. Elvira, one of Charlie and Olivia’s event and floral designers, also set the lovely bouquets in mason jars (my fave) , pretty pots, and floral mugs. I had the pleasure of snapping these amazing “fleurs” and every now and then sneaking a peek at all the eye candy in stock. A girl can look, can’t she?