Children Portrait, Fullerton CA

I'm always honored when Alicia asks me to take her family portraits. This was the third year and she opted to just have Nathan in the photos. She set the scene with an adorable puppy and a Radio Flyer wagon. It really doesn't get any more adorable than this. Fall sessions provide the best backdrop and this park did not disappoint. Nathan was more into pulling and climbing out of the wagon, finding sticks and walking the puppy so we just chased after him and let him do his thing. His expression in the last photo was due to a plane flying overhead as he looked up to see it. Alicia schedules in time to use the photos for her holiday cards. It's so great to see the photos in print as so many of us keep them hidden on our phones and computers.

Valentines Day

In honor of Valentines Day, I want to share my favorite love quote that I've memorized from college days; although, I can't recall who wrote it, it made a lasting impression on me. It expresses what we should practice not only on Valentine's Day, but every day in our journey of life: The lover does not give in order to receive. Giving is in itself an exquisite joy. But he that gives can not help but bring something to life in that other person, and this which is brought to life reflects back upon him.

Happy Valentine's Day!

Pet Portrait

Bella turned 7 and I wanted to capture a special portrait for her birthday. I'm looking forward to building a pet photography portfolio so if you have an adorable pet, email a picture. If it's the right fit for our portfolio, we will offer a complimentary session. We currently are looking for small to medium sized dogs.

Pugs

My winter haute coutour pugs - Abby & Bella

Pet Photography, Huntington Beach Dog Park

Since I was a kid, I've always loved dogs. We had German Shepards, a mutt and now I'm a mother to two Pugs. I do have a category for Dogs on this blog and hopefully, more work will be listed for 2012. Meet Max who frolicked along dog beach as if it were any other play day with his owner, Becky. I love the combination of Max's action and regal poses. There's one of Becky commanding him to sit with her finger, his intent stare is adorable. Becky didn't want to be in the pictures but I convinced her to take one which is one of my favorite shots of a beautiful woman and her best friend. This was such a fun shoot, I can't wait for the next pet assignment.

Pug Love

Many photographs have been taken of my beloved puggies and shared on this blog. Here's one in particular that I absolutely adore. I pulled a Martha Stewart one evening and collected leaves from our front yard. With my handy glue gun, I made this fall pug band that Bella is sporting in this picture. No, Bella didn't enjoy the minutes I enticed her to wear it for the picture perfect moment but she does understand that there will be a treat awaiting her for such great behavior. Thank you Bella for your willingness and patience when Mama gets an itch for pugtivity.

Pet Photography, Chewsy Dog Pageant

I was asked to photograph Chewsy Dog Boutique's first dog pageant. I figured, I love dogs, I have two pugs of my own....hmmmm, so what the heck? It's a no brainer. I photograph Bella & Abby all the time so I felt I was up for the task. Ok, I thought weddings were fast paced, I did not expect to hyperventilate through it all. 17 models were photographed, some with their owners too. The day was a great success, it was a day at the Oscars for dogs. I met some wonderful people and new furry friends all the while laughing while soaking it all in. Here's a glipse of the show.

Pet Photography

Of course I have to show off my pugs sporting their new Bentley B tees. Cara, my husbands cousin, sells a collection of vintage style tees for dogs; check them out at http://www.bentleyb.com/. Each tee is unique, one-of-a-kind and designed from well selected vintage, recycled and discounted clothing. My husband always says their legs look like chicken legs so I thought the message on the tee was very appropriate -"Please don't eat me, I love you." I also greet them as "hello my little piglets." I laughed so hard when I put them on for the first time and then I grabbed my camera.