Birth Session | Mountain View, CA

Welcome to the world Miss. P!  I was honored to be a part of your welcoming committee and to capture your amazing entrance.

xo

m

Family Session | Mountain View, CA

So, it had been two years since I had the pleasure of photographing this family but when we met up at Shoreline Park a few weeks ago it was as though we hadn't missed a beat!

The session started with a rousing game of hide & seek between the kids and Dad...

She was our seeker

Mom and Dad finally got a shot of just the two of them, which hasn't happened since their wedding! *gasp*

My aim is to always make everyone feel at ease in front of the camera.  This little guy who is normally very camera shy and always puts on the 'cheese' smile is the perfect example of what a difference feeling comfortable can make.  There's no 'cheese' here!

This session was a gift for Mom and the thing she wanted most was to replace a similar shot we did at our last session two years ago of her and the kids - see below.

Time for pizza! yay!!

Newborn Session | Washington, DC

I was fortunate enough to travel to our nation's Capital last week to both meet and capture my newest niece!  She is the epitome of perfection...if I do say so myself ;)  This was my sister's first baby and so we were all very excited and waiting with baited breath for her arrival; which came just on time as anyone who knows my sister and her husband could've guessed!

I am thrilled to introduce to you my newest niece, the very sweet Ingrid!

Thanks to #loveprops for the addition of the adorable headbands that only added to Ingrid's already beautiful self!

I am missing her sweet face already and can't wait until I get to see her again this Summer!

One happy family :)

xo, m

Earth Day Wardrobe Wednesday

Happy Earth Day Everybody!  

I had been hoping to provide you with an Earth Day themed shoot this week, but life had other plans :)  Instead I am sharing an old post of my Sister's, about making your own clothing, for yourself or your little one!  This is a great option for reinventing old fabrics or starting anew.

Hope you enjoy!

xo

m

Wardrobe Wednesday Maternity Style

For you soon to be Moms out there, check out this week's Wardrobe Wednesday Maternity Style :)

This jersey tank dress is great for any summer Momma trying to stay cool, but accessorize with a chunky necklace and some bangles you are ready for your professional photo shoot!  Tighter fitting items are always when capturing the 'bump' because it provides that extra definition of shape we are looking for.

This look & so many more can be found at Nordstrom this week.

Enjoy!

m

P.S.  Don't forget that we have a special going on through May 6th, book a 2015 Newborn Session and receive a FREE, that's right I said free Maternity Mini Shoot! Book today!

Engagement Session | Santa Cruz

It was so fun exploring UC Santa Cruz with this soon-to-be married couple!  We didn't let the heavy drizzle that decided to join us slow us one bit.  Can't wait for their May wedding, hopefully these showers will bring the flowers!

 

Wahoo!!!

Our Wedding | Kunde Winery | Sonoma, CA

I am so in love I just had to share our wedding video from Marmalade Sky Films, they did an amazing job!  I love being able to relive the best day of my life so far.

Wardrobe Wednesday

Since I am jetting off this weekend to New York for my Sister's Baby Shower, I thought it only fitting to do a Wardrobe Wednesday in honor of my little niece that I can't wait to meet!  Affectionately nicknamed Dazzle until she makes her worldly debut :)

I was in Baby Gap today doing a little bit of shopping for her and I just love all the great onesies they have right now!  They all have adorable or cheeky sayings on them.  This long sleeve onesie paired with baby jogging and polka dot shoes will make a perfect outfit for her 9 month session!

Enjoy! xo Aunt Mary