The McMasters Family at Pogonip

You often hear a mom say how cute her kids are, but you can't always agree. Well I have to agree with Linda on this one. She has a really cute bunch of kids!



They moved to the area a couple years ago to do a church plant in Santa Cruz, called Antioch Church. Our paths crossed a couple times in Santa Cruz and I was happy to finally get to know her more in depth at a bible study. Her and her family were happy to hike and explore nature on our photo shoot which was a fun change to the more stationary settings. She's a way down to earth mama with a mellow hubby to match. My style people. We had a mini hike around Pogonip in the fog, exploring trails and the old abandoned clubhouse. Maybe next time we can make it to the fish ponds.

The Ingram Family at Natural Bridges

This sweet bunch did family portraits with me about a year ago. The kids were pretty wiggly last year. This year was a better success with them in place. With a new business, Premier Physical Therapy , they wanted an updated family photo for their website. I'll have to bust out some dance moves or tickling feathers for the kids next time to get some smiles going for the formals. We had a fun time exploring the low tide and watching the sun sink down. It was good to catch up with them. Hopefully I'll get to shoot them again next year as they'll have a new one in the bunch.

The Hunsaker & York Family at Seabright Beach

These moms have been friends since grade school! Laura on the right, told me they meet shortly after kindergarten and have maintain their friendship all these years. Those are the best friendships. Almost like family. Effortless and full of love. They take an annual photo together for Christmas cards each year. It's usually a few attempts with a tripod, but this year- it was with me! Thanks for trekking across the beach with me.

Baby Hanna

My dear friend, Laura had her little girl about a month ago. After two boys, she is enjoying having a little girl in the house. Here are a few from a morning visit the other day.

Eugene & Sarah at Seabright State Beach

Eugene is one of those really really nice guys, who always has a smile for you, and every kid loves. Rod and I squeezed his wedding in between 11:45am soccer photos and a 2:45pm soccer game. Mind you, Rodney is the coach and Bella a player, so they can't really miss either. Luckily, Sarah being a typical bride didn't make her appearance 'til well past twelve once we had arrived and caught our breath. It's lucky all events were in Santa Cruz. I have not really gotten to know Eugene's bride, Sarah, but her brother showed some true colors on the microphone that afternoon. He was a riot. Practically doing a stand up gig while we waited for the newlyweds to be introduced at the reception. Pure entertainment. Sounds like a fun family he married into- Congrats Eugene & Sarah!

Meet Baby Charleigh

Pronounced like Charlie. She is one month. Our session started out like this...









But after a little feed...






and a bath...






all was good again.