Eva Marie Photography

Benjamin. Baptism. Long Beach Lifestyle Photographer.

Evie — Tue, 21 May 2013 16:20:11 +0000

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.

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

Evie — Wed, 15 May 2013 04:37:24 +0000

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?

Featured. Grey Likes Baby. Los Angeles Baby Photographer.

Evie — Thu, 09 May 2013 18:08:47 +0000

I’m tickled pink to announce that I’ve been featured in Grey Likes Baby website for the cutest little girly-girl smash the cake photo session!

Charlie and Olivia. Pop-Up Shop at Anthropologie.

Evie — Tue, 07 May 2013 04:47:29 +0000

See the amazing creativity of Charlie and Olivia for their Mother’s Day Pop-Up Flower Shop at everyone’s favorite store, Anthropologie. I am tickled pink that I get to be apart of their team, for the day, to help capture all the loveliness that they have in store. These ladies will have some gorgeous arrangements styled in an Anthro vessel for sale. It will surely brighten up your Mother’s Mother’s Day or your own…go ahead treat yourself!

Today is our special day…It’s our Anniversary. Five Years.

Evie — Fri, 03 May 2013 08:25:41 +0000

The pleasure’s all mine, cause we have seen good times…it’s our anniversary. Oh Tony! Toni! Tone! you melt me each and every time.

This man, my husband, has made everything in my life better. For five wonderful years he has made good days great, okay ones better, and horrible days manageable. Here is a snip-it of our story. One fall morning we noticed one another on the UCI campus (I know, ZOT ZOT) bus on our way to Econ class. This bus was late, so punctual little me freaked. I had to sit in the back of class, which was completely uncharacteristic of my usual routine. That was when fate struck. This skinny cute fellow caught my eyes as he walked in through the heavy double doors of the enormous Social Science lecture hall. We both stared and for some reason I didn’t even hesitate to offer him the seat next to me (how forward of me- I know!). Instead of listening intently, which I desperately needed to for this class, I felt the intense urge to begin to chat and ask him typical first date questions. I don’t know what had gotten into me that morning. We exchanged giggles and digits without once writing a note from the professor’s lecture. Days after I invited him over for a study session and that’s where I realized we were on our way to becoming best friends. Yup, nothing romantic was headed our way for a while. The next couple of years we remained good friends. I studied abroad while we kept it real with Yahoo’s Instant Messenger (Ahhh! That was way back in the day…..before unlimited texting, before texting). After I returned, I knew there was a some sort of void space in my life, but I couldn’t pin point exactly what it was. Then, I realized we hadn’t been talking as much and I missed my friend. The spring after I graduated we let cupid work a little magic and we gave it a shot at a real relationship. Five years, two doggies, one toddler and one newborn on it’s way later…we know we truly are made for each other. He and I, are soul mates, best friends, and the loves of each other’s lives. As my brainiac math man would like to say, we go together like real and imaginary (Complex numbers that is). Ha! Thank you God for blessing us with this beautiful life. Happy Anniversary schmookie! I love you forever and a day!!!

Oh and I’m a little late on this post. These photos were taken in October of this past year for his 3oth birthday, but I’ve been a little busy if you haven’t noticed. Please don’t think we are some obsessed ’90s freaks because there are a bunch of old school props in here. It is just that we thought it would only be appropriate to show some old school gear since he had a 90′s boy themed party, yes with a Lego cake, Tetris photo booth, and Pog playing station and all.

Erica, Alex, Elianna & Jacob. Family. Orange County Family Photographer.

Evie — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 06:19:03 +0000

Green grass, chirping birds, and the sweet scent of jasmine are extremely reminiscent of my good ole track running days in the middle of Spring. This is absolutely the best season for taking gorgeous photos of beautiful families in southern California. Jacob, Erica and Alex’s handsome son, just turned one on the best day ever…April 10th (my birthday). They spent this lovely April afternoon celebrating and updating their family photos. I’m the lucky one that gets to capture how much Erica and Alex love their children and how much their children adore them. I heard the first five years of your child’s life go by in the blink of an eye, so I’m glad to know that Erica and Alex are documenting every single kiss, embrace and laugh that their young children give them. Its a reminder to me of how I need to continue to photograph all the big events along with the itty bitty “besitos” in life too!

Loved hanging out with your sweet family. Can’t wait till we do it again!
How cute is this little guy?This one is my fave. Erica you are gorgeous and I love the embrace that you and Elianna are sharing.She’s cute and hilarious. Gotta love this one too!

Ava. Smash The Cake. Los Angeles Baby Photographer.

Evie — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 06:37:33 +0000

Sugar and spice and everything nice, that’s what little girls are made of. I couldn’t agree more with this old fashioned nursery rhyme. My camera practically melted when my lens laid her glass eye on this adorable thang. Ava will be one in a week, so her parents wanted to doll her up in pinks and pastels for her smash the cake session. Oh what a sweet pea she is in this personalized pink party hat I created that went along perfectly with the dual color tutu her mommy handmade. Happy Birthday Ava! May all your sweet little wishes come true!This one is my favorite, because I started screaming and then she copied me…and look at how cute the photo turned out. Then I continued to scream thinking it would make her laugh, umm I guess not because she started crying. Oppsies!

Richard, Melody & Baby Jude. Family. Los Angeles Family Photographer.

Evie — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 05:51:00 +0000

Raising a child takes more than a cool new wipey-warming gadget, some super soft and eco-friendly swaddling blankets, and definitely more than a time saving baby bullet (which I love by the way). Nurturing babies takes every drop and ounce of sweat, tears, and even blood to help these adorable little creatures thrive. No matter how much I try, it’s so hard to explain the love and emotion that goes into caring for the little being you created. But Richard and Melody know exactly what I’m talking about. Their touch and embrace shows how they are pouring their heart and soul into raising their handsome baby, Jude. They wanted to catch baby Jude’s “babiness” before he continued to grow any faster. Jude is almost six months now and sure is growing like a rose bush in the Spring. Not too many months ago, I remember taking his newborn photos and he was just a little bitty thing. Now he’s filling out and is coming into his own personality. He gave us smiles that the little baby girls would surly swoon over. Just take a look.
Melody is one talented chic. She made this headdress to represent her, and now her son’s, Native American side.My favorite. Just look at his smiles-squishy and cute!

Marissa. Senior Session. Los Angeles Senior Portrait Photographer.

Evie — Thu, 11 Apr 2013 05:23:44 +0000

You are a dreamer
You are the future
You are a powerful woman
Go off and inspire the world

Let your hair down
Let your beauty shine
Let you spirit roar
Sister, I believe in you!

Christian. Smash the Cake. Los Angeles Lifestyle Photographer.

Evie — Tue, 09 Apr 2013 05:59:49 +0000

Sometimes I like to over indulge in desserts. Okay I’m lying. I always end up having a sugar coma whenever I have the opportunity for some yummy deliciousness….apparently so does Christian! This almost one year old handsome little devil devoured his smash the cake cake in less than one minutes flat. No seriously, Christian knows exactly what he loves, and that is sugar! Luckily his mom, dad, auntie, grandma, and I were all prepared for his speedy quick smashing of what seemed to be one pretty tasty cake. Christian was so adorable while smothering the butter cream goodness all over every body part he could reach. Happy Birthday, you super cute “cake” monster. I hope his Sesame Street themed birthday and birthday cake are ready for him.

I think I’m going to start having a smash the cake contest. Wouldn’t that be too cute? So fresh and so clean before.This is my favorite. I mean look at his dimple!Ready, set
.too late.
Okay this is my messy face favorite.