Category Archives: photo shoots

wildflower maternity

when in seventh grade math class, i would never have pictured this day. us together in a field full of flowers in san diego – taking her pictures to capture the beauty of motherhood that is upon her. still a tad bit unreal. love you dearly friend. you will be an incredible mother. you already...

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a beautiful sweetness

as i’ve fallen in love with my baby, i seem to have fallen more in love with photographing other babies as their families welcome them, adore them, and fall head over heals for them too.  i came home from this photoshoot feeling like my heart was filled. just the sweetness of loving a little baby...

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six months snuck up

inside myself, i refer to him as my little angel.  i can’t even put words to how much i adore him. this sweet boy wanted in the shots – and my heart is huge for the growing boy he is becoming. testing out what it is to be a kid, and not just a little...

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gratitude

this morning i am so grateful. it’s quiet, warm, the tree lights are on and my little boys are content & cozy.  i want to say thank you to each person who has been an encourager of this place, & of my photography.  letting me into your world, your family, & your homes (whether through...

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holiday season

take in the warmth of the cozy home. bummed i didn’t think to sneak one of those treats in my bag. here’s to holiday traditions & capturing them in photographs as well as memories.

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as you go by (part ii)

photoshoots like this one revive me, remind me of how much i enjoy this process.  my favorite shoots are ones where there is a little bit of silly, a little chaos & adventure, real interactions.  laughter.   while i sit and edit away, i get lost in the photographs.  ceasing to care if the photos...

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hold you in my arms, forever…

newborn, asleep in your arms. how sweet is life. loved stepping into the world with these two new parents – adoring their sweet girl. i was listening to ray lamontagne while finishing up this set – and the song “hold you in my arms” just seemed so fitting. when my sweet kai, coming up on...

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a little hint of seattle in san diego.

let’s just say, i love the seattle bloggers. something about the northwest breeds some crafty, creative, talented folks. despite the gray – there is always so much light coming from there. i always admired from afar, RE-collected…  i’d always felt it’s peacefulness – but never met the girl behind it.  here is what her ‘about...

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torrey pines love

what i loved about this shoot: i love the shades of red & blonde hair that blew in the wind. i love the simple yet intricate setting. i love the sweeping ocean views saturated with intense sunlight. and the sweet family that is understated and gorgeous.

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two months

my kai is two months… still a precious tiny baby, soft & warm.  i feel like i have loved him forever. love his serious gaze, his furrowed brow, and the way his eyes squint when he smiles and coos.  makes me wonder what he is thinking and can’t wait to someday hear.  we love you...

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