Coto de Caza Maternity Session | Julia and Austin

Orange County Maternity Session | Sonnenburg Family

Luke & Alison's Baptism and Celebration Part I // Holy Family Catholic Church, South Pasadena, California

We can't thank GOD enough for all the grace he has given us.  We had the opportunity to document one of the most beautiful ceremony's in the Catholic Religion, Luke and Alison's Baptism.  There are so many special things that came for this beautiful day for Andrea & Paul and their gorgeous children.  Not only were their children baptized, they celebrated Luke's 1st Birthday!

We began our day at the beautiful Holy Family Catholic Church in South Pasadena, Ca. for Alison & Luke's baptism. 

Ohana means family // Yamashiro Family - Part I

You may recognize a few faces in the photo above.  We have had the pleasure of photographing Glenn, Mariko & Maya for the last couple of years, take a moment and check out their latest session here. Much to our excitement, we were thrilled when they wanted to get all the family together for a group photo.  There was so much love and laughter during our session, and oh! not to mention surprises, but you'll have to wait for part II to find out about it!  

Ohana, the hawaiian word for family... for the Yamashiro Ohana, it all began with Milton & Harriet. When we asked them how long they have been married, they both looked at one another and laughed, "oh waaay too long!"  Their love continues to shine through no matter how many years may have gone by. 

With a total of 3 children (and their spouses) and 8 grandchildren (we didn't forget you Ryan) we were able to capture some of the love and laughter that they share when they are together.  

Thank you Milton, Harriet, Warren, Linda, Jennifer, Ryan, Jesika, Glenn, Mari, Maya, Willy, Lisa, Adam, Liana, Naomi, & Noah it was truly a pleasure spending our time together.  You have a beautiful family and I look forward to seeing you more in the future!

Yamashiro Family // Warren, Linda, Jesika, Jennifer, & Ryan 

Here's a few shots of Jennifer and Ryan =)

Arnot Family // Willy, Lisa, Adam, Liana, Naomi & Noah

Yamashiro Family // Glenn, Mariko & Maya

Stay tuned for part II, but in the meantime, be sure to show your love to the Yamashiro Ohana below and if you are looking to have your beautiful family's photo's done,  be sure to connect with us! 

First Christmas with Baby Audrey // Union Station, Los Angeles

There are so many moments that us parents will never forget.  Baby's First Christmas is definitely one of them.  We met Roger, Carolyn and Audrey at Union Station in Los Angeles.  Immediately we were able to feel the love that they had as a family.  Audrey, at only 6 months was all smiles right from the beginning, we couldn't have had a more wonderful time together.  

Roger and Carolyn, thank you for having us capture such a special time in your lives, and being part of celebrating Audrey's first holidays.  We absolutely love the Christmas card and we look forward to being part of many more of Audrey and the families firsts in the future.  

Merry First Christmas, Audrey!  XOXO!

Beautiful Outdoor Family Portraits // Tabares Family

It's been such a blessing to have captured so many beautiful families.  We want to introduce you to the Tabares Family.  One of many families that our beloved La has introduced us to over the past year. Claire had just given birth to Sydney when we had our We HEART La Benefit, November 2012, and wasn't able to have her photos taken. Fast forward one year later, we were excited to meet and get to know Claire, Oliver and Sydney.  

When Claire & I were finalizing our session together, she had mentioned that she wanted our session at a location with beautiful golden trees that represented the season's changing.  We found a location perfect for this.  We had such a wonderful time together, we laughed almost the entire session.  

Claire and Oliver, we look forward to taking some time to hang out at Disneyland with you guys soon.  We are so blessed to be able to see Sydney continue to grow into a beautiful little lady.  

Newest Additions are Some of Life's Greatest Blessings // Baby Jax & Family

Chris and I met Aimee & her family just about a year ago.  We worked together with only one goal in mind: to show love, support and help her cousin La fight her battle with cancer.  Although our beloved La has since passed, she remains in our hearts and believe it or not continues to touch our lives everyday.  I'll touch upon this in another post.

Needless to say, when we got the news that Aimee was expecting a new addition to her already beautiful family, we were ecstatic!  Seeing James and Aimee interact with their daughter, Jordan, we knew that the newest addition was in great company.  

Without further ado, we are happy to welcome baby Jax to the Tomas family!

Aimee & James, thank you so very much for allowing me to capture your family's priceless moments.  I look forward to continue to see your beautiful family grow.   Jordan, Auntie Gina loves how you are so caring and loving toward Jax.  You are such an awesome Ate.  Jax, although you may not know it yet, you are surrounded by such amazing people who love you so very much, and I look forward to capturing so many more of your life's moments.