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so cute | folsom children’s photographer

Do you think as a mom it’s possible to ever grow tired of hearing how adorable your child is? I honestly don’t think so, but if I were to ask an expert, I would ask {T’s} mommy because I know she must get told how stinkin’ cute her little boy is all day long! I know I said it probably over 100 times during our session. Every grin, smirk, and interaction we had left me saying, “He is soooo cute!” And he really is! I’ve had the privilege of photographing {T} several times over the past year and I honestly didn’t think he could get any cuter than the first time we met, but he keeps proving me wrong with each session we have. Don’t you agree?

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we all scream for ice cream | folsom children’s photographer

I get all giddy when a client is willing to do something a little different. Though I absolutely love working in the studio, when a mom suggests doing something more edgy I get really excited. I love being able to get creative (or even a little messy) with a session and this Tuesday we did just that. When Mom said it was okay to spoil the boys’ dinner with an ice cream appetizer, I knew it would be an awesome shoot. But how could it be anything but awesome with these two cuties in front of my lens?

And yes, we did get some traditional shots for the relatives. But I really love these ones that tell a story. And just look at those eyes! I have a feeling that these little guys will get out of many situations throughout their lives by their adorable puppy dog eyes alone. I know they have me wrapped around their little fingers!
Mom–thank you again for such a wonderful afternoon. I have so many more great images that I just can’t wait to edit. I’ll let you know as soon as your gallery is up!

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six weeks | folsom newborn photographer

Alright. I’m going to admit something, but you can’t tell anyone, okay?

I get nervous.

Whew. I feel much better now that that’s out there.

But seriously, I do. I get nervous. I still get nervous before every photography session.

But I look at that as a good sign. I get nervous because I know how important the images I’m about to take are. They will represent one second in time that can never be duplicated. They will hang on someone’s wall. They will become works of art.

And for today’s session I was a bit more nervous than usual. When Mom contacted me to take pictures of her six week old little guy we knew {C} was on the older side for newborn images. We talked over the details, knowing that we would have to work hard to get those sleepy, snuggly images. Well, turns out we hardly had to work at all. {C} was the perfect little model. He was still and alert and made great eye contact for all of his awake images. And usually for newborns we need to feed, snuggle, burp (and then feed some more) to lull them into dreamland. Not so for {C}. He fell alseep all on his own in my green bucket of all places! It was truly hysterical–we placed him in the bucket and then watched as his eyelids got heavier and heavier until he was out like a light.

So once again my nerves were for nothing since {C} was a champ and our session was awesome. Here are a few of my favorites.

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finger paint | sacramento children’s photographer

Paint…check. Sand….check. Water…check. Toddler boy willing and ready to get messy for the sake of photography? You bet!

I had a great time meeting up with {Z} for his two year old session this week. We decided to meet at Artbeast, a local children’s art studio in downtown Sacramento. It proved to be the perfect setting with all the bold colors and fun activities for kids. I just love these images of {Z}–especially the last one with paint and water all over his face. It’s difficult to get two year olds to sit still for formal portraits at this age, so I think this is the perfect place for toddlers. I’m all about creative locations for children’s photography and I think Artbeast is one of my new favorites.

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love this age | folsom children’s photographer

Yep. Six months is still my favorite age to photograph. While I love photographing children of all ages, there is just something special about this age. And there’s something even more special about this little girl. I’ve photographed her since she was in Mama’s belly and it’s such an honor to continue photographing her throughout her first year of life. I love to see how much growth occurs over just a few months. From an adorable sleepy newborn, to a beautiful three month old, to a stunning six month old, little {L} continues to get cuter and cuter. She was such a trooper and even though she’s smack dab in the middle of teething, she was such a love for us and gave us some great images.Blog1Blog4Blog3Blog2Blog5Mom–a little early “birthday” sneak peek for you! Hope you adore the latest pictures of your little one and have a lovely Valentine / birthday tomorrow!

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