I See Beauty Blog

Welcome baby Keira

Jamie — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 22:44:31 +0000

Meet 9 day old Keira and her sweet little smile. It has been more than a month since photographing newborns, and I was lucky enough to have the opportunity to capture this angel girl as my first in awhile. Besides the frequent snack breaks, Keira slept soundly and let me move and photograph her without a fuss.

Mom and dad were both easy going and great to work with too. I found the perfect spot in their beautiful home to photograph in, with one small issue, there was a dining room table made for a king in the way. With a little ingenuity and teamwork, dad and I were able to move the massive table out of the way of our perfect home studio. I could not have asked for a better family to help me get back into the swing of things. Thank you guys for a delightful session!

Naturally Wonderful

Jamie — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 17:12:25 +0000

I’ve had fun this past month with photographing 6 maternity sessions in a row. This final belly session was with an incredible family. Big sister was so well behaved and darling, she even kept herself busy drawing while I photographed mom and dad! In the end she gifted me with one of her colorful creations, which I am now proudly displaying on my refrigerator. :) This delightful family was so natural in front of the camera, it was a breeze to get fabulous images of them! I am sure baby sister will be just as photogenic.

Expecting her First

Jamie — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 00:38:43 +0000

I am reminded every day how lucky I am to have my photography career. I have the opportunity to get to know some wonderful families and help create their memories. My clients oftentimes become new friends of mine over the course of a session. This mommy and I bonded for several hours after our session and I feel so fortunate to have met her. Cannot wait to photograph her baby boy when he arrives!

Audrey and Mommy

Jamie — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 15:13:52 +0000

Meet 17 month old Audrey and her beautiful mommy. I first photographed this little one when she was just a few days old, now she is a sweet toddler that true to form, has her own say about everything. Mommy is having a boy this time, and I am sure he will be just as precious as big sister. Thank you mommy for a wonderful afternoon in San Jose, you are a real treat to photograph!

The new look of I See Beauty Photography

Jamie — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 19:22:43 +0000

Over the next couple of months I will be unveiling some exciting changes in the look of I See Beauty Photography. Today I am delighted to show you the first of these changes with my new blog and logo! I have worked for months with a graphic designer to come up with a logo that expresses my true personality and style of photography. The sweet hand drawn baby brings a smile to my face every time I look at him. The olive branch represents the pure organic nature of my photographic style along with representing the fact that I am indeed an eco-friendly business. Please take a look around and let me know what you think.

Loving the Belly

Jamie — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 22:52:30 +0000

I was delighted when Leslie contacted me while expecting #2. I first met her in 2007, when her husband was overseas serving in the military. At the time, dad was only able to attend the newborn session, leaving Leslie on her own for the belly pictures. Now that dad is back in the states for good, he is fully involved and in sheer adoration of his beautiful pregnant wife. Now newborn baby Aron has turned into an active 2 year old with his OWN opinion about everything. He clearly rules the house.

Here is a family picture from Aron’s newborn session. I have it hanging up in my office, right next to my desk. It makes me smile every time I look at it.

Mommy x 3

Jamie — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 20:20:23 +0000

Pregnancy is amazing, it is such a unique time in a woman’s life, culminating at the birth, a true right of passage. To create a perfect being is nothing short of a miracle in my eyes. I hope one day to be blessed to have my own children. In the meantime, I get to admire my clients and their growing families, capturing their special memories.

This gorgeous mommy has 2 sweet boys already, and is expecting her 3rd next month. I am amazed at how well she is keeping up with her boys like she is not even pregnant. What a fun family she has created, looking forward to meeting her newest little man.

Spring is on it’s way

Jamie — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 17:54:43 +0000

Keeping true to the seasons and cycles of the earth, in February I get a higher percentage of maternity photo sessions. These babies are due in the spring, several right around Easter, during a time the planet renews itself and flourishes with life.

Here is a sneak peek of the first of 4 maternity photo shoots I will be posting this month! This mommy is due with her first child, and has been waiting 15 years for her baby. Her wait is almost over, and I am excited to meet her little angel. Look how perfectly round her belly is.

Staying Strong.

Jamie — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 18:24:10 +0000

Sorry about the longer than usual absence from the blog. In addition to being busy, my car was stolen the day after the twin photo session. Although it was recovered a week later, I still am without a vehicle due to my insurance company being a big pain (saying it nicely). I want to thank my loyal support circle of friends and family for letting me borrow their car and/or giving me rides, as well as appreciating my clients who have been patient and understanding during this time. This experience, like many others over the past year, has yet again reminded me how fortunate I am to have a safe roof over my head, my health, family, friends and a career that I love.

On a more exciting note, I have been working on some great projects, updating the look of I See Beauty Photography. The new logo is complete as of Monday (a big thanks to my graphic designer). Now I am working on all the finishing touches to the new website, blog and eco-friendly packaging. I will keep you posted right here on the blog when the changes go live!

Because I cannot post without an image, here is one of the beautiful baby girl of my good friend, Gena Kirby, the founder of Mommy Matters Online. Please visit her website to see what kind of wonderful services and resources she has to offer mommies right here in the Central Valley.

The Perfect Fit

Jamie — Sun, 31 Jan 2010 21:28:12 +0000

Meet this 7 day old brother and sister team, beautiful Logan and Cara. They were proudly carried to full term, and are a set of healthy and quite content newborn twins. Cara snuggled right into Logan when I set her into the basket, making them fit together like a perfect puzzle.