I’ve been a professional photographer since 2010 but didn’t start documenting birth stories until 2013. My friends were always pregnant right at the end of my pregnancies or just after I had a baby. So when they had their babies I was ready with my camera! I focused on maternity and posed In Home Newborn…
Woodland Themed Baby Shower (La Mirada Maternity, Birth and Newborn Photographer)
I just love the woodland theme! You can dress it up, dress it down, make it for a girl or for a boy. It’s just so versatile! The nice part is a lot of the decorations were things that were gathered from different households (Grandma, sisters, mama) or foraged from a nature walk. I love…
Featured – A Birth Story & Fresh 48 (Southern California Birth Photographer)
Sweet girl was born just before midnight.
She was so aware and wanting to see what was going on. She even was checking out me and my camera, but she especially wanted to stare at her mama who she had heard and already knew for so long already.
Featured – Expecting Clyde (Long Beach Newborn Photographer)
I like to really get to know the families I photograph and sometimes it’s during our initial phone call and other times it’s from following each other on social media and seeing the different family dynamics. If you follow me, especially on Instagram,you already know that I tend to post a mix of work and…
A Minimalist Christmas – Gift Ideas
(This post was originally published on Orange County Moms Blog) Back in October I was in the hardware store and there were Christmas decorations that greeted us as we walked through the sliding doors. We as a family totally love Christmas and really the whole season, so it never bothers me when all the decor…
Focusing on what’s Important this Holiday Season (Orange County Documentary Family Photography)
The forecast mentioned rain today… but I really didn’t believe it. Was I being pessimistic or a realist? I think a pessimist is someone who says “it’s not going to happen, or won’t happen” (when referring to something good or beneficial). As oppose to a realist who makes a judgement or has an opinion based…
Our School Year at a Glance – Morning Time (Homeschooling)
I have had numerous mamas ask me what our school day looks like and what we use as our curriculum. So I figured it would be easier if I wrote a few posts and walk you through it. Our school approach is a mix between Charlotte Mason, unit studies and unschooling. I know those don’t…
Homeschool Photography Class (Orange County Photographer)
Photography 101 This is a 9 week class that meets once a week starting in October, from 3pm-4:30pm. See below for more details. Photography is such a great way to express yourself while also being a life documentarian, you just need the right tools. Class Description: My students will learn how to properly adjust their camera’s…
Mom’s with Cameras (Southern California Photographer)
Mom, it’s time you learned to use that nice camera. You want to be able to take pictures of your children and family and you don’t want them dark and blurry. Now is the perfect time to pull out your camera and start documenting this life and these moments! Already know how to use your…
Featured – Bodhi’s Birth Story (Orange County Birth Photographer)
I strongly believe a woman should birth wherever she feels the safest and most comfortable to do so. And if your birthing location has a pretty great view then that’s definitely a bonus. 😉 Aimee and I only met less than a month before her due date. This was her 5th little one and she…
