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Ethan has grown

Jamie — Wed, 02 Jun 2010 15:47:49 +0000

Meet Ethan, a repeat performer in-front of my camera. I first photographed him as a newborn last September and was delighted to come back and see how big he has grown. Next to newborns, newly sitting babies are my favorite to photograph, they show off their personality and are a blast to be around. Ethan did not disappoint, I fell in love with his amazing baby blues, his smile with those two lower teeth showing through, and his sweet demeanor. It was a pleasure as usual mom and dad, Ethan is so fortunate to have you both.

Fields, and tractors and horses, oh my!

Jamie — Thu, 06 May 2010 21:32:10 +0000

On a magical spring morning last week, I had the opportunity to take a drive through the countryside to visit these soon to be parents. Mom did not seem to be daunted one bit by the fact that she is only a couple weeks away from having her little girl. She is active, happy, and of course beautiful. Dad surprised me with his personality, wanting to be fully involved in the creation process of these images, as well as keeping me smiling all session long. I left their home with tears in my eyes, partially from laughing so hard, but also from what I think is the first sign of allergies?

We took photos all around their house, both inside and out. I am excited to share with you just a few of the most unique ones I have done at a maternity session. I love embracing the personality of a couple, and I have a feeling that these photos in the field are uniquely them! Even their nursery is decorated with a cowgirl theme.

The horse pictured is one of two that they had. The second wanted to be right in the action as well. I have not been around horses for a long time, when I was in high school (more than 15 years ago) I ‘attempted’ to ride one, and haven’t tried since. Needless to say, I had to reacquaint myself with this majestic animal. I was a bit nervous at first, but quickly became comfortable.

Imagine me leaning against a large mule behind me, pushing him out of the way with my back, just so I can take a picture, it was all quite comical. If there was a time to get a wide shot of me taking photos during a session, this would be it! To make things even more interesting, their paint horse was showing an unusual amount of interest in mom’s baby bump, and would bite dad’s hand every time he tried to touch her belly.

Congrats Mom and Dad, I am sure we will have even more fun photographing your little girl in a week or two!

Lab brothers

Jamie — Mon, 19 Apr 2010 18:30:11 +0000

Meet Sidney and Berkeley, two sweet black labs with their loving parents. The labs are a big part of this family, which is about to expand to include baby brother soon. Congratulations mom and dad, your long wait is just about over!

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.

One with Purpose

Jamie — Wed, 23 Dec 2009 03:44:53 +0000

Although I have not had the bounty of motherhood myself, I still cannot help but wonder what path these fresh lives I photograph will take. My mother could have never imagined that I would become a photographer when I first arrived into this world. Although she was remarkable at recognizing my early interest in the arts, and continued to foster my passions as I grew. I continue to thank her for the unconditional support she has showed me to this very day. With such bounties, I find myself wanting to pay it forward. I have recently been encouraging several special people in my life to find what their passion and purpose is. For I want to share the secret that, when we find our gifts and follow our passion we will be rewarded in life.

It was so timely for me to meet this very special family I had the honor to photograph yesterday. This five day old baby girl melted my heart from the moment I met her. Her name is Nyah, which has African roots and means “one with purpose” or “a life of purpose” in Swahili. Nyah’s purpose has already had an impact on me, and the time I was able to connect with her helped heal my heart of recent hardship in my life. Thank you Nyah and family for a memorable session. It was an honor to meet you and I look forward to watching the girls grow and prosper.

Thumbs up!

Jamie — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 18:31:19 +0000

Meet 8 month old Colson during his big photo debut. Mom says these are his first professional photographs, and what a perfect time to do it. He was so curious and sweet, I just love that look on him. It was a great session, and I think he liked it too. After all, he gave me a thumbs up! After the session mom played a sweet video of Colson that her and dad made about his favorite toys. The song, “my favorite things” was stuck in my head for the rest of the day. Thanks again mom for the yummy homemade cookies, I gobbled them up.

All you need is Love

Jamie — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 15:43:31 +0000

I first had the privilege to photograph these three siblings when baby Avery was only a few days old. Fast forward one year and she is now an active toddler, running around with the other two. I am sure when Avery grows up and looks back on these early memories of her life, she will not be able to deny the love her big Brother and Sister had for her from the very beginning!

Here is one of the favorites from Avery’s newborn session last year. Mom and Dad had this image printed large and framed beautifully as you walk into their house. I am sure these new images will fit in wonderfully with their collection of family memories.

New neighbors!

Jamie — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 01:40:18 +0000

This session was unique for two reasons. First, it has been a long time since I have photographed a 4 month old baby. I have found it to be a difficult age to capture in the past, but Kara has changed my mind! She was such a pleasure to photograph and the images from her session are wonderful. Second, Kara and her parents are my new neighbors. They just moved in and we are all delighted to have them here.

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!

7 months and almost running

Jamie — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 22:27:31 +0000

Meet Cole, almost 7 months old, but already close to walking. He is one of the most active babies I have photographed, and with the challenges also came wonderful images. Cole is the son of two good friends of mine. Thanks mom and dad for thinking of me to capture your little man, he is so handsome!