Han Family/Newborn Session - Full Post

Loved shooting this session - even though I knew they must've been so tired and still adjusting to life with three, Christine and Daniel were so laid-back at their photo session.
Sophie was the ever-attentive big sister and lo-ved holding her new sis Claire for the photos. Elyse was a bundle of energy and made me laugh so many times - had to make sure my camera didn't shake!
My favorite pic of Elyse is of her running down the hallway in her onesie (I think we were attempting a photo of her and Claire, but Elyse had other plans) - I love that it captures the reality of life with a toddler!
Congrats to the Han family - you are blessed with three beautiful girls!

Imamura Family Session - Sneak Peek

Found out that today is little Mia's 2nd birthday so here's a sneak peek into their recent family session!
Happy Birthday Mia~ 
More of this beautiful family to come!

Muses

Saw this poem featured on The Creative Mama and made into a print courtesy of FrancyPants Academy.

I knew right away that I wanted to take some photos of the girls to capture how this poem made me feel... and thinking about framing it for the girls' room.

Lucky for us, it's a free download compliments of Kelli France from FrancyPants Academy (thanks Kelli~) so download away~

I could read this poem over and over again and never get tired of it...

Naomi and Noelle-y, you are my little muses who inspired me to get behind the lens in the first place....

Even though mommy takes pictures of other people now too,

you will always be my favorite subjects.

Pak Family Session - Sneak Peek

A glimpse of a shoot I did for my brother-in-law's family...
Oh Roman, you gave auntie (and your parents) quite the workout that day! 
But your smile made it all worth it~ I love you Romy! 
(Your buddy Noelle says hello by the way.)


Many more family sessions to come on the blog ~ 

My Little Melon

Shooting my fifth family session today since August began and feeling a bit tired, but loving it so so much!
Most of all, I love capturing my girls at this age as they enjoy the Seattle summer with our extended family...
Here's a shot of Noelle this past weekend at Seabrook....
(Doesn't her outfit remind you of a piece of watermelon candy? I underestimated the coldness of WA beaches yet again and this was one of the only warm outfits she had...a pink explosion!)


The tide was so low that day...if I'd let her, she would've gone out as far as she could....my free spirited one.


Happy Monday~

Josiah's Newborn Session - Sneak Peek

Feel so lucky that we happened to be in Seattle when this little man was born!


I've known Josiah's daddy since college. I'll always remember Pete as one of the people who made me feel welcome at church as a newcomer, always greeting me with a big bear hug. And who knew that we'd someday be in the same family (Peter is my husband Tim's cousin)! 
What a privilege to see him and Jiso with their precious son and capture those first moments...
Congrats Peter and Jiso! 
More to come~

Josiah Chong - One week old

Summer Breeze

Katie's First Birthday - Full Post

Little Katie is ONE!


What I loved about Katie's party: it was not only beautiful with yummy food and a great location, but the kids had so much fun! 
There was a craft table with design--it-yourself jumping sacks, tattoos for all, snack table with loads of cookie jars and lollipops, a nearby playground, and a hilarious potato sack race at the end. (Not sure who had more fun there, the adults or the kids!)


Anna and her trusty Chino Momtourage (I shall call them 'CM' for short) worked their DIY magic and created a beautiful garden-feel to the birthday - such amazing talent! Good job CM! 


P.S. In other 'party' news, was very excited to see my coverage of a recent baby shower be featured on bumpsmitten.com! Jane was the stylist for this beautiful shower - truly exciting to see her hard work being recognized and applauded~. If you're planning a baby shower or just like looking at pretty things, hop on over there for inspiration. 

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