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I just can’t wait and had to share a couple photos from my two sessions today. This morning I took a trip down to Petaluma for a “first birthday” and a “Back to School” session. I know the parents for these two beautiful girls are anxious to see what we got today so I hope this tiny preview will hold you over.
Married 9 years and still so in love. It seems I have known these two forever and I am proud to call them friends. Guillermo and I go way way back to the old days at Rio Hondo when we both were starting out in Architecture about 14 years. Wow now I feel old, I was just a puppy back then. We both went on to Woodbury University at the same time and at one point this guy was crazy enough to teach me how to drive. I don’t know who was more nuts, me or him. LOL Then somewhere about 9 years ago I saw these two tie the knot and its a day I will never forget.
While on my visit to Los Angeles this summer I met up with Guillermo and his beautiful wife Monica for a session in Historic Los Angeles, California at Olvera Street and Union Station.
Olvera Street is one of my favorite places to visit and I make it a point to go there at least once a year for the awesome Carnitas. Yum!!! This is the birth place of Los Angeles so if you have never been there I would definitely go.
There is an awesome ally way at one end of the street where you will find a couple of multi-story buildings made of brink with old world charm.
I have been here many many times with friends and family but this was the first time I really had a chance to explore. We found these steps behind one of the old buildings and was surprised they were not closed off to the public.
Up at top there was a romantic balcony that overlooks the 101 freeway. Hehe Now that is an interesting view.
How cool are these lights?
After our walk around Olvera Street we headed on over to Union Station.
My favorite!!!!
I had a great time hanging out with some good friends. It was great seeing you Guillermo and Monica. We really have to get together again the next time we visiting SoCal.
My first session while down in Los Angeles was with Emily. She not only is she BLP Fabulous Faces Contest winner but she is also the daughter of a long time friend of mine. We go way back 
For our session we headed on down to Laguna Beach in Orange County. I can remember going down to Laguna Beach back when I was a young child all through to just a few years ago. Its one of the most beautiful beaches in Orange County and I have many fond memories there. I didn’t realize how much I have never seen until my visit there just a couple weeks ago. This place has so much history and is a photographer’s dream.
Despite the horrible heat I had a great time. It was over 90 degrees just a few feet from the ocean which is a huge contrast to the much cooler weather we get up here. Still I am so glad we decided to head down there for our session.
Little Emily was so much fun to hang out with. I have been itching to meet here since before she was born so it was so nice to get a chance this time around and also hang out with her momma who I have not seen since High School. Funny how the internet can keep friends in touch after so many years.
Momma I hope you enjoy your little preview. It was a real joy to hang out with you and your precious girl. We will definitely have to do this again the next time I am in town.
This was the coolest door. All hand carved wood and it had so much detail.
Another preview from my recent set of mini sessions around historic Petaluma. This gorgeous little girl happens to be friends with the two adorable brothers I posted yesterday. She was such a doll and lovely to photograph. So many of her expressions and poses were just things that came naturally without any direction from me.
I fell in love with this last photo the moment I saw it after I took it. Thank you so much for coming down and it was an absolute pleasure to meet you.
A few days ago I had the pleasure to meet with tattoo artist Scott from Santa Rosa Tattoo and his family for one awesome Urban Session in Petaluma. There couldn’t have been a better family for one of my favorite locations. I have been trying so hard to go through all the photos but its so hard to choose just a few for a preview so be prepared for a picture overload.
For our session we headed down to one rusty old funky train that was covered in graffiti and full of character. Scott’s two older boys were climbing all over these trains like it was nothing.
I had an incredible time hanging out with you all so thanks again for coming down and checking out this cool hide away.
Just the Boys
The Kids
This precious girl turned around and gave me this pose when I least expected it. She is so beautiful
Handsome Little Guy
Cool Big Brother
At the High School Senior. I swear I didn’t tell him to pose like this. He did this all by himself.
Momma and her girl
A photo with Papa
and last but not least a tattoo shot for mom
Catching up on a few more sessions from last week. On Sunday I took a trip out to Fred Stokes Ranch in Santa Rosa/Windsor, Ca in Sonoma County. Its been a year since I have been there and still is a favorite. This time I got a chance to meet Mr. Stokes himself
If you have not had a chance to visit stokes ranch you really should. His has the largest oil can collection, lots of neat old cars and tractors and even an old station that was abadoned that moved to his property and restored. This is always a neat place to visit and we had a lot of fun.
A few weeks ago I had the opportunity to visit one of my favorite places to have a photo shoot. This family actually used to go here often when they were dating so it was a perfect location for their first family photos. Unfortunately it was a bit chilly…okay it was down right cold and we all were freezing so we plan on going back in a few months once it warms up.
This little guy has a thing for flowers. By the end of our session his beloved flower broke.
Sometimes I think I have the coolest friends. I think my friend Tammy deserves a frequent shoppers card because she keeps coming back again and again. I love it.
This weekend she is celebrating her 5th wedding anniversary and asked me to take some anniversary photos of her with her hubby. They have not had professional photos taken together that they liked since their wedding so I am honored that she asked me to take some for her.
We went to a totally new location that Tammy picked which I am sure will be a favorite. I love all the architectural details and colors.
It didn’t take long before we were totally goofing around.
Can you see them? They are there.
It was so cute watching these two try and copy the pose in the statue. I wish I had my video camera.
My favorite.
Thanks so much for a great time. You both totally made my day. Congratulations on your 5th anniversary!
Here are a few more from last week’s very cold morning session. We originally set out to take photos of Kylie but in the end we took photos of her and mom. Mother and daughter are both so beautiful and always a joy to photograph. This will be my last session with them this year but already we are planning for next year. How cool is that =)
Poor baby was so freezing cold that we took a walk on the tracks as we made out way over to a location with some sun. As I looked back I had to take a photo of them together. Can you believe this is a momma with 4 kids?
Stopping for a little break…
Its just 4 days till Christmas. I think tomorrow we are going to finish decorating the tree and wrap the kids gifts. Maybe I should bake some cookies or a cheese cake too. yum.
I’m a little behind in my blog posts since I have been working on filling holiday orders. The past couple of days the temperatures have really dropped here in NorCal Sonoma County and soon there will be rain. Yay I can’t wait. A couple days ago I managed to get out in 40 degree weather for a quick session.
What does a girl do when she changes her hair color? She hires her friend to take some new head shots. This is my friend Tammy who somehow managed to convince me that getting out in the morning for a session was a good idea. I’m from SoCal and I will be the first to admit I freeze easily. LOL Nevertheless we had a lot of fun and I love the shots I got. This is my fav.
I will have to post a photo of her little princess later.