Laughter and Fun | Sacramento Child Photographer

 Oh my goodness. Can you tell this was one of my most fun sessions EVER? I absolutely adored capturing these beautiful siblings!! Dad was being an amazing husband and set this whole photos hoot up while his wife was out of town so he could surprise her. How cool is that!?  The day was rainy and stormy, but we decided to go for it and I'm so glad we did. The kids were so into it and their love for each other is breathtaking. You can just see it in these photos...many of which were initiated by that darling sweet boy you see in the cute tie.

 I love how Dad was so great at bringing just the right clothes to wear, too. We chatted over the phone about texture and layering and I have to say, GREAT JOB, DAD! Very impressed.

 Seriously. Can I do this every single day?

 Definitely one of my favorites from the session :)

 Their tenderness with each other was very touching. I loved being able to capture it!

 Be still my heart. Can't wait to see you guys again! You were sooo much fun!

More than the Front Porch | Sacramento Family Photographer

 We started this session at my client's house..on their front porch. And, no, this is not their front porch. Hee hee. She was a bit perplexed how we could make it look good, but alas, when she saw the images, she loved them. And thought her front porch looked pretty darn good. Why? Because for the most part, I am not doing family portrait photography to capture the surroundings, but the love and intimacy of the family. What I want them to remember is the love they share and the beauty of their family. Sure, sometimes clients request a lifestyle shoot in their home and we get to capture everything around them and their every day life. But for regular sessions, it's about them. Yes, I capture the big picture, too, as you see above, but it mostly, their love is what counts.

 And their cute dog :)

A New Little Brother! | Sacramento Newborn Photographer

 I adore this family! I met them back when I was baking beautiful cupcakes and discovered her love of my special red velvet cupcakes. Since then, we have captured special moments in time for their family, including big brother's mile stones, family images and maternity photos. And now... sweet big brother's special baby brother!! 

 This sweet baby boy is well loved and sooo adorable! A sweet little miracle to add to this beautiful family!

  It was so warm, we brought it outside for some easy going family shots. 

It's such a blessing to get to capture this family and I just adore doing it, so thank you, preciouss S family!

NYU Bound and Beautiful! | Sacramento Senior Photographer

I love photographing high school seniors. It is such an amazing time for them - a time of amazing independence to come and a whole life ahead of them. If you are a senior, call me soon to book your session! It's a great time to get them done and you will have plenty of time to get your announcements ready and your images and galleries up!

 It was so much fun with this beautiful senior, I must say. We began at her beautiful home and ventured out to a couple of locations that you just might recognize! It went by so fast, and I love the images we got. Now, she is getting ready for NYU and beginning the next chapter of her life! So exciting!

 Her beauty is evident inside and out. Her eyes are amazing, right?!

 She is so intelligent, sweet and just a beautiful dancer, too! I love this dancing sunflare shot we got!

 We stopped by Old Sac and made sure to get some Sacramento icons in some of our images!

 Best of luck at NYU and your new adventures! Thanks for letting me capture this most precious time for you!

Photography Idol | Chic Critique Forum | Sacramento Photographer

 I love capturing children! I love when I get them in those moments and see those expressions that only their families usually get to see. This was one of those special moments and I'm submitting it to
Chic Critique Forum for entry into their "Photography Idol" contest. So much fun..I can't wait to see all the incredible entries. Check them out with me!

Fall 2012 Cover Contest Entry | Chic Critique

Chic Critique is having their Fall cover contest and I thought that this pretty image of  Miss H would be a nice fit. I love the colors and her beautiful eyes just make me smile :)