My flight to LAX was delayed, Natalie's nap time was off, Tsujita's ramen line was too long. I was getting restless and anxious because the sun was setting before our eyes. It was not in the stars for me to give Jane a proper photo session but what came at the perfect time was an email from her doctor, revealing the gender of baby #2. Just as I had mentally resigned all hopes, we stopped by a cute shopping plaza in Santa Monica and found ourselves at Sweet Rose Creamery. Because if all else fails, ice cream makes everything better.
Read MoreThirty-eight weeks have never looked so hot! When my friend texted me that she wanted a maternity session and was willing to leave her husband behind and drive from Long Beach to SF, on the rainiest weekend, what else could I say but, "HELL YEAH!" That's what I adore about this girl. Pregnancy and motherhood can't seem to tame her spontaneity or her thigh high boots.
Read MoreWhen I first picked up photography, I secretly hoped that one day I'd be good enough to be hired for a job. It's not because I needed another job but it would mean that my work has a value to others. So it was incredibly sweet and reaffirming when this mom-to-be told me that she cried tears of joy after viewing photos from her maternity session. I know it was a particularly trying time for these parents-to-be because celebrating the arrival of their son would remind them about the loss of his twin brother. Knowing that my photos have touched them is rewarding beyond words.
Read MoreThe stars really aligned for this session. Smita contacted me on her 34th week, which didn't give us a lot of time to coordinate. When we did decide on a date, the forecast showed rain on the day of the session. Seriously?! All of that anxiety was so worth it in the end! Smita was worried that the sunflowers would overpower her but she shone brightly and proudly on her own - I think that's the magic behind carrying a life.
Read MoreI had the pleasure of meeting these two over the summer for a maternity shoot at Filoli Garden. It was definitely an interesting experience that ended with us being escorted out of the venue. I'm still a little traumatized but I couldn't have found a better couple to share the experience with. Roxanna and Naoki were so sweet, patient and found some humor in it all. Good signs they'll be great parents!
Read MoreIt's always nice to reconnect with a friend from the past but to have the opportunity to see them blissfuly in love and get to capture it in still image is such a honor. Baby Emerson Rose, I hope these pictures let you know how excited your parents are for your arrival - you are one lucky girl!
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