Sacramento Family Photographer | The Norman Family in Seattle

A while back I wrote about my experience teaching at a photography conference in Seattle for Clickin Moms. As part of the conference I taught two classes on capturing people outdoors, showing joy in couple’s photography, and indoors capturing sessions in low light using the light you’ve got! I had the extreme pleasure of seeing some old friends again…a bride and groom from years ago! Seth and Marcela agreed to meet with me and brought along their little one year old son, who I haven’t seen since his newborn session last year. I was so honored they took time out of their busy schedules to model for my class and hang out while I talked and talked about light and shadows. Thank you so much for helping me out!!

Here are some of the images I took while sitting on the hotel conference room floor with this fun family. You never need a beautiful backdrop or fancy home to get meaningful and emotive imagery, it is all about connection and light.

One behind the scenes, towards the end of the class little E fell asleep 🙂 the ladies in my class went crazy for this sweet boy and couldn’t help getting some shots of him in his mama’s arms!

 

San Francisco Newborn Photographer | Gabriel

One of my dear friends, Jo Clark, referred me to this lovely family for newborn photos of their second child. I knew from our e-mails that Aurelie was going to be amazingly sweet. They are from France and now live in San Francisco with their daughter and newborn son. The whole family speaks fluent french, and it is such a beautiful language I only wished I could join in!

From the moment I walked into their home, Jean and Aurelie were the most gracious and kind hosts, and little Diane was an absolute joy to be around. She danced, sang, played, loved her new brother, and was clearly a bright light in her family. I was so honored to be welcomed with such warmth and it made their session very easy. Lifestyle newborn sessions, where nothing is planned and the focus is all on the family, are my favorite and this family made my job so easy. I loved spending the day with them and wish them all the best in their adventures as a family of four!