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It is something special to watch friends transform from a couple into a family. From individuals into adoring parents of one sweet little baby. We spent the afternoon catching up (Rebecca and Daniel decided to move to New York) and I got my baby fix. There is nothing nicer than holding onto a cuddly baby. It is like a hot water bottle that coos.
Yes, I loved meeting Elliot with his adorable little smile and ski slope nose. But more than that I loved meeting the new Daniel and Rebecca. Their smiles are a little brighter and their love a little deeper.
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What a treat. Spending the day with Laci and Travis was amazing. Laci is a very talented pastry chef and Travis is an artisan glass blower. Really? Can you even begin to imagine how the sort of wedding they are going to have. I am so excited to see how their creativity will peek through in the details of their wedding. I can't wait!
Not only did I get to indulge my sweet tooth with some of Laci's freshly baked goodies but I also got to document the process of making a glass. Watching Laci and Travis work together was something special. Travis works his magic on the red hot glass while Laci reads his subtle clues to figure when he needs to fill the glass with air.
They are sweet, they ooze creativity and are so down to earth and fun to be around. It is going to be a joy to document their wedding and I am so pleased to do it. Below are just a few of my favorites from their session.
Not only did I get to indulge my sweet tooth with some of Laci's freshly baked goodies but I also got to document the process of making a glass. Watching Laci and Travis work together was something special. Travis works his magic on the red hot glass while Laci reads his subtle clues to figure when he needs to fill the glass with air.
They are sweet, they ooze creativity and are so down to earth and fun to be around. It is going to be a joy to document their wedding and I am so pleased to do it. Below are just a few of my favorites from their session.
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In my life there are basically three types of people. Family, friends and everyone else. Matty falls somewhere between these first two categories. When I was studying in South Africa and I decided I hadn't quite had enough of the place, this is the fella that politely asked his parents if he could bring home a stray student for a couple weeks. Well, those couple of weeks turned into a couple of months and... well yes I am that kind of 'guest'.
Staying with Matty and his family was pretty amazing and Matty became my little....eer... younger brother. We shared long chats over tea and danced in the kitchen. He could ALWAYS get a smile out of me.
One day, Matty fell in love. He sparkled when he spoke of this lovely lady, and when I met her I could see that they absolutely where a perfect match. Finally, after several years of begging Cath and Matty came to visit us in California. It was so much fun having them, the adventures that we went on where pretty epic (see the half dome hike). These are a few images I captured of the two of them while they where here. I am ready for them to come back again.
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A couple weeks back I went on a little scouting adventure with my friend and sometimes second shooter, Shelly. We jumped in the golf and drove around the foothills just on the other side of Highway 280 looking for potential portrait locations. We picked the worst possible time to shoot (high noon) but managed to find a few great spots (and a horse!). It was great to catch up with Shelly and explore my new home base. I have to say, we are pretty lucky to be living on the peninsula. It is stunning here!
Shelly:
Wow, you really captured me and all my goofiness. It was fun exploring new places and catching up. I can't wait to see what we uncover next time.
(10.29.11)
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Everytime I am asked to do a shoot for Dandelion Magazine I get a little bit excited and a little bit nervous. I am excited because I know that the family that I will meet is going to be amazing and I always leave these shoots adoring the family and learning a lot in the process. However photographing a family with a special needs child does have it's challenges.
The Myers family was no exception. Jennifer and Shawn are amazing parents. So easygoing and fun to work with. Their son, Jack has autism and cerebral palsy ataxia. You can read the full article at GoDandelion.com.
Just with all of my portrait sessions I pretty much have to let the kids call the shots. There is no forcing a kid to look like they are having fun, you actually have to make it fun for them. Jack and Katie where no exception. Katie was easy, full of smiles and laughter. Jack was a bit more of a challenge, but we managed to get some great shots. Jennifer and Shawn where a huge part of getting those great shots, I gave gentle direction and followed their lead. I think it turned out great.
The Myers family was no exception. Jennifer and Shawn are amazing parents. So easygoing and fun to work with. Their son, Jack has autism and cerebral palsy ataxia. You can read the full article at GoDandelion.com.
Just with all of my portrait sessions I pretty much have to let the kids call the shots. There is no forcing a kid to look like they are having fun, you actually have to make it fun for them. Jack and Katie where no exception. Katie was easy, full of smiles and laughter. Jack was a bit more of a challenge, but we managed to get some great shots. Jennifer and Shawn where a huge part of getting those great shots, I gave gentle direction and followed their lead. I think it turned out great.
To the Myers family: Thank you so much for a fantastic portrait session. You have an beautiful story and I am so happy to have been able to document a little snippet of your life together.
Tony Lewis:
Hi Sara
I am Matts uncle, now living in Oz. Thank you for the beaut pics of him & Cath I love & miss them - not seen for 3 years. the pics really brought them close to my heart
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