Archive for the ‘Children’ Category

Rain-watching!

February 5th, 2009 by Diana

Remember the days when rain was this fascinating!  I must admit I still like it…maybe I should move to Seattle.  I’m the kind of person who doesn’t mind when a car rounds the corner and splashes me with with a gallon of water or when I have to dash out and come in looking like a wet mop! I still remember playing soccer in high school during major rain storms and just swimming in water and mud - it was the best!  Anyway…hope everyone is enjoying the fabulously rainy day, I know Jace is!!

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Holiday Card Tri-fold

January 26th, 2009 by Diana

This card was custom made for the Icardos and it was really fun.  They came in with tons of ideas and enthusiasm and it paid off, we made a square tri-fold card for them with a handful of the fantastic shots we got from their session.  I have been collecting backgrounds and embellishments for cards and announcements over the years and thought these images were perfect for these funky and fun Christmas patterns.  The card was press printed on watercolor card stock by WHCC - I LOVE their card stock and print quality.

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Jamie + Andy = Katie & Andie

November 9th, 2008 by Diana

Welcome little Andie!  It was so wonderful to welcome back the Lujans after the birth of #2, now Katie has a little sister - Andie.  I LOVE that name…so cute!  She was wonderful and so cooperative and I got to try out some of the new props I have been compiling lately!  I thought since Andie was a fall October baby I would try her out in my new fall basket and blanket with the super warm woods! We also had to put Andie in Dad’s Fire Fighting Helmet! So fun, she actually was pretty content in there, it was cute!

I hadn’t seen Katie since she was a newborn and she was so adorable but was being a typical toddler and didn’t want to kiss her new baby sister so I suggested we take one of the M&Ms Mom and Dad were using to bribe her and put one on the baby’s head.  Looks like genuine and authentic sister love doesn’t it?  Fun trick!  Here are some of my favorites from this afternoon!

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The Simisons

November 3rd, 2008 by Diana

I met Tiana and Jason about a year ago when they were pregnant with little Wyatt and today I finally got to meet him…yeah!  He was so cute, with this precious little giggle and the best smile.  He is on the verge of walking and it was really fun to see him trying to work out how to stay on his feet!  Thank you so much for coming in guys, here are some of my favorites from today!

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The de Guzmans

October 29th, 2008 by Diana

I usually try not to shoot early in the morning the day after a wedding, but I just couldn’t resist these kids, so I woke up early Sunday morning and got to the house at 8:00 to start this adorable session. I’m so glad I didn’t miss this one.  The de Guzmans are an amazing family, I could have spent the whole day there.  Thank you so much for inviting me into your home and letting me goof around with the kids for a couple of hours - I had a blast!

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Owen - Urban Session

August 25th, 2008 by Diana

Look out little three year old ladies…here comes Owen! I just love getting this little man in front of the camera, he is just wonderful! Amy, Owen, and I trecked around Old Town Monrovia this morning getting some fun urban shots of this little dude, it was fantastic. Thank you so much for coming up from Long Beach guys, I had a great time! There were about a hundred shots that I loved but I had to control myself, so here are just a few of my favs! PhotobucketPhotobucketPhotobucketPhotobucketPhotobucketPhotobucketPhotobucketPhotobucket

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Now you can come out Gretchen!!

July 29th, 2008 by Diana

I have been crossing my fingers for a week hoping Gretchen wouldn’t make an early appearance because I have been dying to photograph Barbara and her beautiful family. Barbara is one of those incredible people (who make the rest of us jealous) who don’t gain an ounce anywhere on their bodies except in the belly when they are pregnant! She looked amazing and was so much fun to shoot! Thanks Barbara, Jay, Kayla & Gretchen for a great session today!

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Payton’s 4th Birthday!

July 21st, 2008 by Diana

After my fantastic morning session, Jace and I headed off to Payton’s 4th birthday today!! Yeah!! Happy birthday Payton! I can’t believe it has been 4 years, that went by so fast!

So is it me or have kids parties come a seriously long way since I was little? From decorations to activities to favors, these little parties are incredible and so much fun! This party was the best, there were so many things for the kids to play with, Alex you are amazing, P is so lucky! All the little rock star cowboys, pirates, and princesses had a blast and Jace and I thank you for a great afternoon! Here is a little collage of images from the party and part of my gift - a collage of images we took of Payton a few months ago! Love you guys!

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The Graham Family

July 21st, 2008 by Diana

Have I said lately how lucky I am and how much I love this job! I got to spend the morning with the Graham family today at one of my favorite places, Descanso Gardens in La Canada. The Graham family adopted a beautiful little girl from China this past November and I was lucky enough to photograph them all before Johanna has surgery for a cleft palate on Tuesday. I’m sure all will go well, she is in wonderful hands at Cedars Sinai, but all the same they will be in my thoughts!     

I was blown away by the love in this family and the general attitude and demeanor of every member - they are precious and I am certain I will never forget them or this session. Johanna was abandoned and her prayers were answered by this loving and amazing family. It was one of those moments for me that really puts life in perspective! Congratulations on the newest member of the family guys, she is wonderful and you are giving her an amazing life! Here are some fun shots from today of the whole family including Mom & Dad, and big brother and sister Laurel & Jonah!

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Simpson Family

July 14th, 2008 by Diana

The Simpson’s are one are my favorite clients, I have loved watching them grow over the years. They are such easy going and sweet people, you feel like you have known them for years the minute you meet them! This was such a great shoot, the kids were in the best moods and it was one of those times when everything worked! Can you believe the eyes on these little guys? Here are some of my favorites!

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