Kristin + Abraham. Married. Old Orange County Courthouse Photographer.

Although Kristen dislikes coffee, she agreed to meet Abraham for an initial coffee date. They knew they were kindred spirits as anything and everything they spoke about on this first outing made them want to dive deeper into the conversation, which made them realize that their shared passion to know more was going to provide them with some amazing life experiences. After this relationship continued to sprout into love, Abraham had the cutest proposal on Christmas Eve. Kristin had just returned from a trip abroad with sixty plus students and was in much need of some rest and relaxation. So they started that evening off pretty calm by going to his parents’ home to open gifts. Abraham’s father was a bit anxious maybe even just as much as his son, and like a true child on Christmas Day, he kept on asking when it was time to open gifts. After waiting for what must have seemed like an eternity to Abraham, he was down on one knee in front of the Christmas Tree. After an extendedly excited and nervous silence, Abraham finally erupted with the big question. Wow, what a Christmas gift…a pretty ring for the pretty lady and a new and exciting future for both Kristin and Abraham.

Kristin arrived at Old Orange County Courthouse in all smiles and was dressed to take Abraham’s breath away in a lovely white wedding gown. She was holding a delicate bouquet and wearing an exquisitely detailed pair of cobalt blue heels with white embroidery on the sides (I know, I wanted a pair too). He was polished from head to toe looking like the perfect match for his gorgeous bride. Together with their immediate family and friends, they pronounced their love for each other. It was a beautiful day to document the joining of their two families and witnessing the love they share. I was very lucky indeed to be able to keep all of these memories alive for them by freeinge each and every frame of their love.

Congratulations Mr. & Mrs. Palomares!

How could this one not be my favorite? Love it!

Oh Kristin, you are just lovely!They had a little fun with the posing here.
They are ready to attend the ball!
Although the dancing pose may seem overused, I just love it because each and every couple has their own “spin” and lets all their emotion show. My second favorite because you are just so darn cute Kristin!

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Gabriela + Joel. Maternity. Orange County Maternity Session.

It must be something in the water. So many beautiful bellies are carrying baby girls. Gabriela and Joel will be expecting their first child, a sweet daughter, early this October. I have learned that with most mamas-to-be having a girl brings the not so lovely…long morning sickness months. Poor Gabriela had about four grueling months of all-day nausea. I’m sure she is glad those days are over. Although those first months must have been difficult, Gabriela only exudes a gorgeous pregnancy glow now. As for their bebe, Gabriela and Joel haven’t decided on any name but are set on a top five, which are all very classic and sweet choices (Thought I was going to spill the beans, huh!). Please let me know what you guys choose because I’m dying to know. Even before this session Gabriela won my heart with the pretty coral dresses she chose to wear. Then later she told me she was going to have a light-pink and yellow circus themed baby shower. Now, you know that’s going to be pretty darn adorable.

Gabriela and Joel’s maternity session was a gift from a previous client. How special is that? Spending time with this happy couple just confirmed why they were given this gift. Gabriela is as sweet as pie and Joel had us all entertained. Yes, us…we were joined by Gabriela’s fabulous make-up artist, Norma and their cousin who helped out with their first babies, two fierce looking but really gentle doggies.

Congratulations you two! You guys are going to be awesome parents!

This first one just screams my favorite!
I’m kinda obsessed with her bump. It really looks so perfectly round in this pretty maxi dress.The whole family! They are really all bark and no bite, well at least with me:)
So we have been having weird summer mini-storms and it was raining off and on throughout the day. I asked them to bring an umbrella for the weather and maybe as a prop. We used it for a couple of photos and it came out so cute! Yay, for our baby “shower” prop.
My second favorite. I love the playful intimacy here!Your eyes just bring the camera in…gorgeous mama!
Such a handsome couple!This one is melting my heart.Your giggle is too cute here!Work it mama!It’s like the quiet before the storm. They portray such peace here.

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Josiah. Five Years Young. Orange County Child Photographer.

Happy 5th Birthday to Josiah on July 23rd. This kid has got spunk! He loves a plethora of things like trucks, reading, Sponge Bob, yellow, red, purple, and sweet & sour candy. One of his favorite activities to do is dance Salsa. Aye aye aye! He can shake his little bum for sure. Kindergarten teacher, watch out because I don’t know what new thing you can teach this curlicued ray of sunshine. I mean look at his smile. Someone get this kid on the Disney channel. His mommy wanted to document year number five in his life and I couldn’t have had more fun helping out, especially when we were acting like crazy ladies trying to have him swing from a make shift monkey bar. Well, happy five digits to you kiddo! See what I mean, so ready for Kinder…if not even first!
This little combo is my favorite! He has the cutest grin!Even his jumping is cute! Rockin’ out!Second favorite because he was a bit shy showing me his dancing skills, but once he got warmed up this was the result….Oh my goodness!

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Monica, David and Baby Liam. Family. Los Angeles Family Photographer.

I’ve been feeling really blessed, in all aspects of my life but particularly in my work, lately. I continue to meet and photograph some simply sweet, beautiful and totally trusting families. Monica, David and Baby Liam were definitely a carefree and loving family. This gorgeous fam was picture perfect! Monica had contacted me because she wanted to get her four-month old son Liam some pictures before he got any older. She didn’t have the time to take his newborn photos because she had a tough C-section delivery and wasn’t ready. Now, I’m not going to fib around, but a four month old has outgrown the newborn stage look but is not old enough to sit so the variety of positions you can place a four-month old can be limited if they are just on their own. During a photo session, (I think) it is so important to just go with the flow from both the photographer’s end and those being photographed. If you are relaxed, happy, and ready to have fun with the session it will show. I guess that’s my best advice (not like anyone was asking but hey why not throw it out there) for anyone in front of an iPhone, point and shoot, or professional photographer. Just “Chill-ax”. Sorry for sidetracking, but I’m just so glad Monica and David agreed to hop on in the session because they all looked so adorable as a family of three.

 

Liam’s Swag:

Blue tie, blue overalls, loafers: Janie & Jack

White shirt: Jacadi

Brown shorts & newsboy cap: Janie & Jack

Bare buns: Liam (lol)

Little Liam had just woken up from his nap, but he posed like a champ!
Love your Zara dress Monica, just love!Okay right off this is my favorite! Yes ladies and gentlemen he is only four months and almost half the size of Monica’s petite frame.
Second favorite. It reminds me of Alice in Wonderland for some reason.Cracked a smile!Oh so serious, but darling.Baby gums.Is he teething already? I think he’s created his own perfect pacifier.Rolls on rolls on rolls! Love me some baby chub!

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Father and Son. Personal. Los Angeles Lifestyle Photographer.

I love Pinterest, but who doesn’t? I think I’ve mentioned that a couple of hundred times. Well, I love getting compositional image inspiration from there for both my professional and personal photography. A few years back I came across a gorgeous photo of a mother and her daughter lying down in opposite directions. The little blurb underneath the photo said that this image could be taken annually to show the child’s growth and age. A light bulb went off and I thought how wonderful this would be to take a picture like this every Father’s Day for my son. In my mind I created my own perfect pose with my son and husband, but that was a fail for the first two Father’s Days. Father’s Day number one I completely ran out of time. Father’s Day number two, when my son was a little over a year old, he just wouldn’t stay still for the life of him. I was super sad that I had already lost two opportunities. Not this year! No matter what I was determined to get that shot, even if it wasn’t as gorgeous as the image I feel in love with. Of course my son knew I wanted to take a picture of him and decided to get a little cranky. He knows now that when he sees my camera or phone he either runs or say, “Mama no pictures please.” Well, here is how it went (in case any momtogs want to try it out, especially with a boy)…

Photo one-since the original images that I’m trying to imitate was with both subjects lying down in reverse directions I thought it would be easier to hang my son then to get him to lay there. I almost got the photo but he wasn’t looking at me and I couldn’t see all of his cute little facial features. 

Photo 2 (with a million in between) This is as good as it’s going to get. They are both smiling and their heads are pretty close together. It would have been awesome if my son’s hair wasn’t flying all over the place and if while taking the photo I would have zoomed it a little closer…and really just had them lying down, but I’ll take it!

I just love everything about his image except for my husband’s nasty armpit hairs. I mean, come on I know he just wanted to match what my son was wearing but keep that arm down next time honey. 

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Myles. Newborn. Los Angeles Newborn Photography.

 

Myles

June 14, 2013

8 lbs. 2 oz. and 21 in.

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Katie, Hai and Hanson. Family. Los Angeles Family Photographer.

Usually the birthday boy or girl tends to favor and make a huge deal for the popular 10th,18th, 21st, 30th, and/or 50th birthdays. But the first birthday…well that’s a celebration for the parents. It’s a time to reflect back on all the struggles, triumphs, and adorably cute moments. Katie wanted to get in as many photo options and outfits as possible (along with a little cake action too!) in preparation for her son Hanson’s First Birthday. So, Katie and Hai booked a family photo session that ended with a Smash The Cake segment. I thought it was a great idea, especially because the mom and dad are going to be able to partake in the photo memories as well. Making it to that first year is definitely not just an accomplishment for the baby but for the entire family (or like they say…village).

I love hearing all the craftiness that goes into first birthdays (and I was a little on the nosy side) so I asked Katie and Hai, as I normally ask all parents, what will be the baby’s first birthday party’s theme? They replied, that instead of a birthday, they are celebrating with a trip to Maui, Hawaii. I was like, “Wow, that’s super awesome!” Although I love hearing about the cuteness of birthday parties, any type of vacation is just as fun. Since I think it’s more of a celebration for the parents, a family vacation is perfect too! (Hmm, that’s starting to give me an idea:)

Katie you looked beautiful and thank you for being so protective of my belly. Hai thank you for having so much energy especially when us ladies had you running around. Katie also brought her sister who was a super auntie and tried everything possible to help Hanson give us the best smiles. Have fun you all on your vacation and I wish Hanson the best of birthdays!

Hanson’s Swag:

The suit & suspender: churchweddingoutfits.com
Yellow candle hat: birthdayexpress.com
Tank top & shorts and blue shirt: BabyGap
Striped shorts: H&M
Red tie: etsy.com

Those lips…I can’t take this pout, it’s so cute!My favorite. I love all of their expressions!
Second favorite. Can’t you tell I loved it so much I posted a black and white and colored version.love.

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