Yearly Archives: 2009

{Giving is Awesome winner} Southern California Family Photographer

I chose a winner.  To be honest…I had a pretty hard time deciding.  True hardships.  Real struggles.  All of them warmed my heart.  Not the part where they were struggling, obviously, but the part where the person who nominated them so unselfishly described their strength and perseverance . Thank you to everyone who nominated. I...

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On the beach | {Southern California Family Photographer}

I am sick as a dog..(what does that really mean??) So, I am posting a few from this session, I want to post more, but I feel like my head is going to explode, and I know this family is dying to see a few images Beautiful children…..{sigh} Smiles, Danielle

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Sisterhood | {Southern California Childrens’ Photographer}

As I drove up the drive, I came to their house.  It was in the hills and had one of those driveways that you have to floor the gas to get up there.  And then when you are up there…your not quite sure how you will get down.  I thought for a moment….what should i...

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Giving is awesome | {Southern California Family Photographer}

Happy Thanksgiving! I am so thankful.  More so this year than others. You know someone. You know someone who’s experienced a tragedy, is struggling to stay afloat, is raising kids while holding down more than one job, or is volunteering selflessly despite extenuating personal circumstances. You know someone who can’t afford custom photography, but who...

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All together Fabulous | {Southern California Childrens’ Photographer}

10 fabulous cousins.  Fun, gorgeous, fun, sweet, fun, did I mention fun???? My signature cousin shot

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More Fabulousness (I made up this word :) | {Southern California Family Photographer}

Yes…I did…I said fabulousness.  Occasionally I like to make up words.  Cuz…thats how I roll.  You know exactly what I meant…right?  Right. More Fabulous portraits of this gorgeous family.  This family is cousins with my last post…I guess fabulousness is genetic? These little girls rocked the session.

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Simply Fabulous | {Southern California Family Photographer}

It was a late afternoon when I arrived.  The sun was starting to set…and I was getting ready to photograph 3 families.  A total of 17, 10 kids and 7 adults. WHOA!  I know what you are thinking…But it was simply fabulous.  Gorgeous, gorgeous families.  And so relaxed and happy.  I had the best time…and more...

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What if I pay you one dollar?? | {Southern California Childrens’ Photographer}

“Mommy, where are you going?” “I have a session this morning, and you are going to go to Oma’s for some fun”. “Who is the session with, do i know them?” “it is with a family, and no, you don’t know them.” “Well, when do I get a photo session Mommy?” “Sweetie, I take your...

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Miss “E” | {Southern California Childrens’ Photographer}

Love this cutie.  What else is there to say???? Smiles, Danielle

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Mr. “M” and Miss. “H” | {Southern California Childrens’ Photographer}

Met this brother and sister duo for the first time today.  They came ready for fun, and I totally love that!Smiles, Danielle

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Cousins | Southern California Childrens’ Photographer

When I was growing up, I had cousins.  But I never really saw them.  I had one set in New York, one in Denver and another in Germany.  So I thought it was uber cool that these cousins got together for some fun today.   Smiles, Danielle

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One year ago…

It was a year ago this last saturday that Jonathan woke up from his nap paralyzed from the neck down.  We decided to celebrate by having his birthday party on that very day.  I have mixed feelings on the entire experience.  I am sad because he is not where I thought he would be physically....

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“H” Family | {Southern California Family Photographer}

This Family is GORGEOUS!  Now, I know i say this all the time, but seriously….just stunning.  And fun and talented!   Here is Cousin “K”, she came along for moral support.  Happy Birthday “K”!!!! The Kids and I headed to the pool house for a jam session.  All the Children are talented pianists and singers!...

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Blessed | {Southern California Childrens’ Photographer}

I am so blessed.  Whenever I start to get down about my sons’ disability, God shows me what I have to be thankful for.  I am thankful that I have the most wonderful opportunity to share my gift with children like Joaquin. I want to share a story with you. I was contacted by Loma...

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More of my “K” | {Southern California Childrens’ Photographer}

Smiles, Danielle

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My “K” | {Southern California Childrens’ Photographer}

I recently bought K the cutest hot pink sweater and matching hat.  Pink is her favorite color. So Yesterday while brother was sleeping, we snuck outside and had some fun.  I will post a few in color later…..   Smiles, Danielle

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Miss “M” | {Southern California Newborn Photographer}

When I arrived, she was laying on the bed.  She had the sweetest peaceful look on her face.  She had just eaten and mommy gave her a nice warm bath.  Just thinking about makes me sleepy…which is exactly what I wanted!  I LOVE a sleepy newborn.  And being beautiful too…BONUS! Towards the end, she got...

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Little Ben | {Southern California Newborn Photographer}

I posted these a few weeks back on facebook, but not everyone facebooks (WHAT?), so I thought I would post them here for everyone to enjoy.   This is Ben.  He is two days old in these images.  He was born with Osteogenesis Imperfecta (OI).  OI is a condition where you have extremely brittle bones...

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Princess “G” | {Southern California Childrens’ Photographer}

10 month old “G” is a little  Princess…….        

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why?

Since my son became paralyzed, I have thought to myself…Why?  Why him?  Why us?  Why do children get sick at all? As a Nurse, I know why.  But as a mother, I have asked myself this very question every day for the last 10 months.  Many people offered their theories in relation to GOD, but...

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