Category Archives: Family

Our New Location | There’s a new photographer in town

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We are so exited to be sharing this with all of you.  We have finally found a new place to call home (well at least our photo home).  It is located in downtown Campbell on a block I swear is the littlest western town in the west.  The charm of this old saloon just screamed fun at me and I couldn’t resist the gracious offer given to me by Deanna Graham to share her photography haven.  I just thought I would give you a sneak peak. I’ve hardly moved in but I have a couple of prints up and a key. You have to start somewhere right?  Many new things are in store for this wonderful space and who knows what it will resemble in the next month or two.  I am above thrilled on this new adventure and can’t wait to open it’s doors and welcome you in.  In fact, I hope you’ll be able to belly up to the bar for a Sarsaparillo and a good chat soon.  I’ll keep you posted so stay tuned for updates.

Our new address is 145 Dillon #A in Campbell, CA

*disclaimer dancing girls, card games, and shoot outs will cost extra :)

 

Mackinac Island Alphabet

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It is hard to believe that the holidays are upon us. I’m still trying to blog a little bit about our adventures we had this summer.  We had a fantastic road trip and so much fun with family and friends that I’m anxious to share it with you.  One of the things we did was go to Mackinac Island in Michigan.  Some of you may of heard of it.  The movie with Christopher Reeve “Somewhere in Time” made it famous besides it fudge.  To have a little fun we had the kids help us find the alphabet made out of things on the island.  This is what they came up with.  So excited to give it to them for Christmas. Thanks Pamela Francisco for helping get it together.

 

Senior High School Photo Session | Taylor in Colorado

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We had an amazing summer vacation this year and I haven’t even come close to blogging about it or even being able to go through what I photographed along the way except for this.  Our last stop this summer was to visit my husband’s family in Colorado.  We don’t get to see them as much as we like but we always have a great time.  Our nephew Taylor will be graduating this year and I was happy that I had the chance to photograph him.  We had a great time as we explored the different landscapes of Colorado . But the last pictures were taken at the family cattle ranch which  just went up for sale.  The Great Aunt who owned the property passed away a couple of weeks before we arrived and this was our last chance to visit the land. (More to come on that part of the trip it was an amazing day).  So, I couldn’t think of a better place to do at least one of Taylor’s photos.  What was great is it was a place Taylor’s Grandpa and dad and his uncle (my hubby) have great memories of.  I’m so glad I was able to create a keepsake of another generation at “the farm”.

Family and Children Photography Session| Modern and Vintage merge for some fun!

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These two families are so dear to my heart.  Believe it or not I have seen them transform from middle school students to marriage to now parents themselves.  I am so blessed to have them in my life and so happy that I  get to help document their lives.  Plus my favorite thing is they get me and how I work.  I loved the wardrobe they showed up with.  I had to laugh when they said we just brought our most colorful and textured stuff.  You should of seen the room as we laid out the possible clothing combos.  It was like a closet exploded.  The best part was when I told the dad’s hey grab that couch and put in the back of the expedition.  They didn’t even question it and we were off for the adventure.

We had about 90 minutes to photograph both families with mini sessions, some kid highlights, a cousin picture, and then an original 4 parent photo.  We were cooking as we tried to keep all the kiddos engaged and not begging to go home and go swimming.  I so loooooove this shoot not just because of my subjects but the images warm my heart.  I loved everything about it.

This entire family is involved with music.  From instruments to voice they do it all.  What I love about the session is that even close in age the two families are slightly in different stage.  One still has a baby which limits them, while the other family has two kids ready for adventure and needs much more entertainment.  But their parents live up to the expectations.  I’m sure if you were to have walked by while we were doing this session you would of stopped and stared.  I had a hard time focusing because of the laughter as all the adults would belt out Disney tunes for smiles or to get the kiddos to sing along.  I think some of my favorites are the ones with the vintage cameras especially since each of the kids kept looking at the back of it to see themselves.  They would ask “where am I?”

Orchard Maternity Shoot| Kevin and Christy

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Nothing is better then getting the opportunity to photograph my past couples as they embark on a new adventure as a couple.  When Christy called to tell me she was pregnant I couldn’t wait to photograph her little belly.  I knew she would be adorable and she is always game for anything.  I love the natural laid back feeling of this shoot it so reflects Kevin and Christy.  The blanket she is sitting on her mom made and the baby shoes were Christy’s giving it even a more personal touch. Everyone is eagerly awaiting the arrival of the new little one, especially since they don’t know if they are having a boy or girl.  SURPRISE!  Christy’s beautiful make up was done by the wonderful Ingrid Marayag.