Joe, Lisa, Nolan and Baby

On an overcast day in Southern California, I had the opportunity to spend some time with Joe, Lisa, Nolan and the Baby for a photo session. Man, are they a good looking family, some great genes runs in that family. I had a great time with them and Lisa was such a great sport, especially considering she was about three weeks from her due date. You know how they say pregnant woman radiates this glow, well, Lisa definitely had that glow going. I had a blast, especially with Nolan. Such a photogenic toddler. I love it at the end of the sessions, he gave me this great big hug. That was really sweet. Joe, Lisa, Nolan and Baby, thank you for letting me capture this special moment .

Mikah

Here are some pictures of my photoshoot of Jenny, Rob and Mikah. From the picture you could never tell that Mikah was tired. I love her eyes, they are so large and full of life. Such a photogenic family. Below are pictures of their photoshoot as well as the photobook.

Sammie and Ellie...November 2010

I had an opportunity to do a photo shoot for Lawrence, Sharon, Sammie and Ellie. When Sammie and Ellie were both born, Lawrence and Sharon were our next door neighbor so I was able to witness both of them as a baby and into the infant stage, especially Sammie. Though I don't see them as often as before, this photo shoot reminded me of how full of life and playful Sammie is and she personality come out full force during our photo shoot.

Thank you Lawrence, Sharon, Sammie and Ellie for a wonderful photo shoot.

Nolan and Daniella...December 2010

Winter in Southern California, leaves changing color yet sunny and 70 degrees. What more can you ask for?

On a beautiful morning in December, I had the opportunity to do a photo shoot with Lawton, Lisa, Nolan and their recent addition to the family, Daniella. I love being able to document the maturation of a family, not only in it's interaction but also as it grows in number. It was really neat to watch Nolan interact with Daniella during our time but what stood out that morning was the love and tenderness of Lisa and Lawton's interaction with Daniella.

Thank you Lawton, Lisa, Nolan and Daniella for letting me document your lives.

The following are some pictures from the day as well as their photo book.

Trinity and Kiara...December 2010

It's amazing how quickly a child grows up.  You turn your head for a second and when you turn back, the child has changed.  That's how it felt when I had the opportunity to do a photoshoot of Trinity and Kiara.  I have known Trinity since she was a baby but during this shoot, I was amazed at how much she has grown up since the last time I saw her.  Her joy and energy was evident throughout the morning and it was so priceless to witness it firsthand.  And Kiara, she's definitely photogenic, she loved staring into the camera lens and was so sweet during the session.

Cal and Judy, thank you so much for letting me document your lives.  I had such a blast.

The following is a photobook that we did from the shoot. 

Katia and Vince

Katia and Vince...I had a blast with their engagement session.  What a beautiful Southern California morning to go with a great looking couple. What a perfect match.  Below are some pictures from the session as well as some thoughts from Katia and Vince.

Katia and Vince, thank you both for such a fun session and the being a witness to your fun love nature as well as your love for one another.

Mike & Freada

When I think of a wedding ceremony, what comes to mind? Bride in a white wedding dress, groom in a tux, church setting, flower bouquets, and walking down the aisle.

Mike and Freada's  decided to honor Freada's Khmer upbringing and had a Khmer traditional wedding ceremony. Being able to attend and photograph Mike and Freada's wedding was such a great experience, I was able to first hand experience and witness the colors, details and pagentry that were involved in a Cambodian wedding ceremony. Thanks Mike and Freada for such a memorable experience.