Oakland/San Francisco Maternity Photographer- Awaiting a Summer Baby!

There are few things better than spending a summer evening in the beautiful hills of Oakland photographing a beautiful family anticipating their fourth member.

Welcome Baby C!- Oakland/San Francisco Newborn Photographer

There aren't many things sweeter than a smiling newborn. I had the pleasure of spending a couple hours with this little angel and his adorable parents.

this week in pictures 07.18.14

this week in pictures 07.10.14

I make at least one image everyday, sometimes hundreds. It's rare that I share them.  I want to change that (at least a bit). Beginning this week, I am going to share my favorite images from the previous week. Most of them will likely be of my family.  Others will be of my environment- my street, my community, the things that provide me nourishment, and even the things that cause me pain. You'll likely see it all. I invite you to take this journey with me.  Here are my first set of images.  P.S I am playing a bit of catch-up from the previous month, so some of the photos you'll see if the first few posts will be a mix of this week and couple weeks ago. 


Oakland-San Francisco Portrait Photographer- My Two Worlds Happily Collide

I have a day job. I should't call it that.  In addition to my photography pursuits, I have another career in public health.

Spinach and Cheese Quiche- Super Easy and Healthy Weeknight Meal!

Cooking does not come natural to me.  Actually, I didn't start cooking regularly until I had children.

Oakland Family Lifestyle Photographer- C Family

I haven't blogged in awhile. I've been busy shooting, and enjoying the beautiful spring weather in the Bay Area.

Telling Stories with Lifestyle Photography Workshop Review

One of my life mottos is that there are no accidents. Life has a funny way of giving you just what you need right when you need it.

Oakland Family Photography-B Family- Lake Temescal

Oakland Family Photography-B Family- Lake Temescal

What do you do when you're a photographer and you need a family photo for the very last minute New Year's cards you plan to send-out?

Oakland Family Photographer- S Family

It's rare when you meet a family for the first time and feel an instant comfort.

Oakland Photographer- 10 on 10- Let them eat...Pie!

I don't know anyone who loves pie more than my husband, EJ. That man LOVES pie, especially if it's cherry and peach cobbler. So for his birthday, I decided to get him a sweet treat from one of the best bakeries in San Francisco- Mission Pie. I love Mission Pie not only because their pies are divine, but because of what they stand for. They make a point of hiring young people from the community, helping them to build a strong professional foundation.  Mission Pie's commitment to the community is best illustrated in their own words, "We invest in our staff’s growth and compensation and hope that they will be ambassadors of health, fairness, and competence in future jobs. In addition, we collaborate with non profits that seek to reduce barriers to employment by hosting their clients as interns. Interns gain transferable job skills while working on our team, while our staff develop mentorship and leadership skills."  Mission Pie also buys their produce directly from local farmers. It really doesn't get much better than that.  My only wish is that more businesses would adopt the same values.

On the eve of EJ's birthday, I raced from work over to Mission Pie before heading over the bridge to Oakland. I had no intention of taking any pictures, but as soon as I walked in, I couldn't resist. The bakery was so bright and airy and colorful and happy.  If only I could have captured the smell in a photograph.  I had to fight against the urge to order myself a slice of apple goodness, a hot chocolate and a seat at the table by the window.  Alas, I took the shots you'll see below, ordered EJ's pie, and headed on home to enjoy a slice with the birthday boy.

After you've gotten your fill of pie, head on over to check-out Michele's 10 on 10 and see what's she's been up to this month.

Oakland Family Photographer- J Family- Lake Temescal

Hands down, this family rocks! It was freezing outside during our session (based on California standards), but did they complain?

Oakland Photographer- 10 on 10 Blog Circle-October 2013

I am very excited to be posting my very first 10 on 10.