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A Pismo Beach break

Jamie — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 16:57:43 +0000

Last week I had the opportunity to take a trip out to Pismo Beach for the first time since I moved to back Fresno. I must say that I do miss the beach, it felt great to be there. It was extra special because I had the privilege of photographing one of my favorite clients, and they are expecting #2!! I have been following their first daughter, Taylor, for almost two years now. I cannot believe how fast she has grown, and oh what a personality she has!

Beach Belly

Jamie — Thu, 20 Aug 2009 22:24:13 +0000

My cool summer in Pismo Beach is coming to an end, and I will be moving back to Fresno next week (well actually Clovis). I will continue to schedule sessions periodically at the beach during the year, so do not hesitate to ask.

My final beach session for the summer was such a pleasure to be part of. This wonderful couple were fantastic subjects and great sports with the unpredictable beach environment. I was so thrilled with the variety of images we were able to capture on the coast. Mommy looks so beautiful with her baby belly, I cannot wait to meet their little being inside.

One year old charmer

Jamie — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 00:50:25 +0000

Yesterday morning I was blessed to have a play date at Pismo Beach with one of my favorite subjects, Brody. I cannot believe that he just turned one! We ran around the beach for an action packed hour to complete his session, just long enough to get his vibrant personality captured on camera. I must say he has turned out to be one spirited and very vocal little boy. Mom was so very patient with his last session that I thought I would give her a little extra preview this time. Here are several images to get excited about Mom. This first image cracks me up, as if he were answering the question, “who just turned one?” Enjoy!

We first met when he was 2 months and then again at 7 months, as expected he has changed so much, yet ever so handsome. Here is a quick year in review.

My summer gift

Jamie — Mon, 27 Jul 2009 17:29:21 +0000

This is a very special summer for me. I escaped the Fresno heat just in time to spend it on the picturesque Central Coast of California, near Pismo Beach. What a bounty it is to be here. But the real treasure that has come into my life is my 11 year old niece, Anne, who is spending her summer break with me.

She is from the East Coast, so playing in the Pacific Ocean is a very unique pleasure for her. Any chance she gets she wants to be in the water and covered in sand. She is also a budding artist and quite intelligent. She just completed 5th grade, and I am beginning to feel like a losing contestant on “Are you smarter than a 5th grader.” She has the memory of an elephant, and always keeps me on my toes. I have been a teacher at heart since I was young, and having such an enthusiastic and willing student has been so much fun. Not only have I been able to teach her, but I quickly realized she has so much to teach me.

Recently, life began taking me on difficult twists and turns, but having Anne by my side is a true gift from God. Her love, laughter and companionship is just what I need to heal my spirit. The images below were taken on one of our evening walks on the beach. I love her jumping silhouette, take a look at the water droplets below her feet leaping up with her.

Dune Baby

Jamie — Fri, 24 Jul 2009 17:34:01 +0000

My summer beach home is right next to the beautiful sand dunes near Pismo beach. They make a wonderful backdrop for pictures, with their pure sand and wispy grasses. Here is baby Brady experiencing sand for the first time. I photographed him when he was an itty bitty newborn. My O my how quick they grow! I must say my afternoon with Brady and his parents was full of adventures I will never forget. ;)

Sammy’s been framed

Jamie — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 17:15:29 +0000

This past weekend 1 year old Samantha and her family joined me for a fun session at Pismo Beach. I’ve had this old frame for awhile, just hanging around the house empty, when I got the idea Saturday morning that it is probably the perfect height for a toddler. We brought it with us to the sand dunes just to try it out. Sammy turned the frame into the funniest game. She would stand frozen holding the frame for just a second (long enough for me to snap a couple of images) then she would suddenly throw it down, cracking up laughing every time. We had so much fun watching and laughing with her, that we almost missed the sunset.

I have had the privilege to photograph Samantha on 3 occasions during her first year of life, and she has been a wonderful subject the entire time. It is so amazing to watch children as they grow, she has turned from a kissable baby into a toddler with loads of personality. Take a look at the incredible transformation she has gone through, captured through our 3 sessions together (2 months, 6 months and 1 year).

I could not resist adding a splash of color to this sneak peek with Saturday’s beautiful sunset at Pismo Beach.

Liam the explorer

Jamie — Sat, 20 Jun 2009 18:05:05 +0000

Here is 1 year old Liam at Pismo Beach with mommy. I first met him as a rolly polly newborn who was almost topping 11 pounds! Now he is a very active and curious little toddler, and I must say, a dream to photograph. I captured so many wonderful images of him exploring the beach independently. Yet my favorites images are the ones that show the bond between him and mommy, as I know these images will be cherished most for years to come.

The morning of our session was quite overcast on the coast, which filters the light beautifully making it ideal for portraits. I choose to put some of these beach images in black and white, emphasizing their timelessness and the bonds between mommy and child. What do you think?

On a side note: It is father’s day weekend and I can hear the roar of the passing classic cars as they drive to the car show at the Pismo Beach pier. I hear the population of our little city is supposed to balloon to untold numbers with the visiting crowd these next two days. I am looking forward to seeing this spectacle during our evening beach walk tonight. Happy Father’s Day everyone.

Isabella in the sand

Jamie — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 23:57:35 +0000

I have had great fun photographing Isabella and her family 5 times this past year. For session #5 we choose to meet at my new place in Grover Beach. Who knew the girls were such beach lovers? They could not get enough of the water and had a blast during our session.

Living so close to the ocean has been a real treat. In the evening my husband and I have been taking walks along the shore to watch the colorful sunsets. We have been trying to explore new places in the area to find ideal spots to photograph at. We have found a few treasures during these expeditions that I look forward to using.

Beach Baby Cade

Jamie — Fri, 29 May 2009 22:43:02 +0000

This past holiday weekend was our big move, and we are now officially residents of Grover Beach! Life is calm, slow, and quiet here, with salty cool air and overcast skies. I do not miss the valley heat one bit…

This week one of my favorite Fresno families came out to the Central Coast to join me in the sand for my first official Beach Baby session. Eight month old Cade was a great sport and very curious little man, even though it was nap time. We captured so many great memories I am not sure how mom and dad will choose?