HAWAII PHOTOS
finally some of the Hawaii photos...I miss the views but that's about it.  Ok maybe the pork.

San Diego Fair Photos
It's been awhile ad I have lots of summer photos to post.  We vactioned most of July.  But before we get to those, I have some summer fair photos.  Of course we went on Taste of the Fair day where you can sample fair food for $2.  We tried several things and our firends were even brave enough to get the fried butter (more like a churro infused with butter).  Just enough to make your stomach turn a bit.

Dress Up Hat I San Diego Child Photographer

A little storyboard with the new hat prop I bought, of course McK thought the hat was hers.
Perhaps I will get her one too.

Lasting Lifetime Memories vs. the latest technology

Very pertinent these days.  What do you hold most valuable?

Here is an excerpt:

Custom photography may feel like an extravagance, but you may want to think twice about cutting corners with your family's memories. Okay, that may sound a tad dramatic…but seriously, photography is one of the few investments that will truly last a lifetime.

In this age of a new iPad every minute, there IS no getting ahead. That must-have tech gadget will be new for about…oops, never mind, it's already been replaced by a newer model. Your flat-screen TV may wind up on Craigslist in a year or two, but I can guarantee the 20x30 framed picture of your kids over your fireplace isn't going anywhere.

See this post from a New Yorker photographer's website
http://www.thejellybeanblog.com/2011/03/new-ipad-or-lifetime-memory.html

Sneek Peek of Baby W I San Diego Family Photographer

More to come of this sweet  and serious little boy to come.

Spring What to Wear Guide

I took the last month off, but now back to business.  For the upcoming children/family photo shoots, I have picked out some possible clothing choices. These outfits would be perfect for sessions, they are cozy, colorful, and bright. 

Any clothing choice should show your little ones personalities.  Family members outfits should be coordinated (think colors, styles, etc.) but not matching.  Choose items for the entire family as if you were creating one outfit.  If portraits are outdoors, it is important that children are dressed warmly.    Layering is a great way to keep children warm and fashionable.  Make sure sweaters or coats are clean and coordinate with the outfits.

Toddler Spring Photoshoot Ideas by Marielos03 on Polyvore.com

Toddler's & Little Boy's Check Shirt, $135
Infant's Newsboy Cap, $95
Janie and Jack - Girl 0-8 yrs - Girls Clothes, Kids Clothes, Baby..., $42
adidas Kids Superstar 2 (Infant/Toddler) at Zappos.com, $34
Old Navy Girls Ruffled Chambray Rompers, $19
Old Navy Tiered Jersey Rosette Dresses for Baby, $17
Old Navy Floral-Print Cardigans for Baby, $16
Old Navy Butterfly-Print Cardigans for Baby, $15
Old Navy Girls Distressed Denim Minis, $12
Old Navy Girls Cuffed Denim Capris, $12
Old Navy Printed Ruffle Dresses for Baby, $12
Baby Girl Clothes: Rainy Day | Old Navy, $7.50
Old Navy Bow Slip-On Sneakers for Baby, $9.97
Janie & Jack - A Playful Spring 1/17/11
Janie & Jack - Sweet Valentine 12/28/10
Gap - Baby Boy
J&J Facebook sneak peek 1/24/11 - Janie and Jack Place
in the pink - Little Lilly Classic Shift in Lilly Pulitzer > Kids >...
Janie & Jack - Pretty Poppies 1/17/11

Holiday Inspiration

I have been loving seeing the holiday decorations and beautiful holiday vignette photos. 
Below are just some I found on Better Homes and Gardens. 
I am inspired to find some vintage looking ornaments and fun glass candlesticks.

Holiday season is here.  I hope yours is great and you have time to step back and enjoy it. Between house guests for Thanksgiving, a second birthday party, and now Christmas I have been trying to keep afloat this holiday.  I have lots to catch up on.

These made there way into a lot of my samples for the new Studio M Photography website.  Surprisingly I got some good shots.  McK was preoccupied with swatting flies after she got over being scared of them.  Thankfully Autumn has always been a time of good photos for me. 

Autumn Love

This is a picture of my dining room table set for Halloween. 

I can't wait to finish editing to the pumpkin patch photos.

Fix It Friday #74

I haven't participated in awhile, but this picture is too cute to resist.  I have been loving making the vintagey/aged or soft looking photos I have been creating of late.  I have my own pumpkin patch photos to take.  I am loving the fall so far and the beginning of the holiday season.

Below is the original and my edit.

Thanks for looking!

He's 2 I San Diego Children Photographer

His eyes are so blue and striking.

I want to pinch those cheeks!

 She's 2  I  SD Child Photographer

Meet Mikaela, she just turned 2 and is a ball of energy. 
We just did a quick mini session for her at her birthday party.
She is also actually a  very cooperative picture taker.

Fix- It Friday #69 I SD Photographer

I am finishing editing a friend's photos.  So I figured while I was at it, I should post my edit of of the contributor's photo this week at I Heart Faces.  I was going for a focus on the faces and a soft blur of everything else.

This is my edit:

Enjoy!

Jalisco's l Food Photography

We tried Jalisco's because of a friend's authentic mexcian food recommendation.  It won us over.  I tried the tamale.  Yum!  I also got the mole enchildada's.  They were good (although covered with too much sour cream for me), but I loved the soft and sweet corncake covered tender meat tamale better.  A got a pork dish that was not bland, but full of flavor and slightly too hot for my weak tongue.  *It's not pictured below.

Fix-It Friday #65

I joined in the fun over at I Heart Faces. 
Today's image to edit was a little boy with pretty eyes.

Enjoy!

Vintage Princess I San Diego Children Photographer

She added so much beauty to being human.  Celebrate her presence.

Happy...

like a kid in a candy store or a girl with a huge lollipop.

Fair Foodies

We go just for the $2 tastes on Tuesdays.

Fix-It Fridays #63

I decided to play along with I Heart Faces's challenge this week.
I edited this photo:

My version is below, I wanted a antique feel to the photo. 
I have been in that kind of mood lately.
Enjoy!

Schmap San Diego

I received this email:

Telling me this photo:

will be featured in Schmap.  One my shots from the Carlsbad Flower Fields.

One where I was trying to switch up my perspective and going for some contrast.
Thanks for looking!