My First Year: Bay Area Children’s Portraits

Josephine-0005RT-WebTime flies.  I realize now that it’s been over three years since I met Kerry, when she reached out to me for new headshots.  Since then, I’ve had the pleasure of photographing her as she and Chris were expecting their first child, and we’ve captured each phase of their darling girl’s first year.  Kerry has an amazing eye for design, and her clean aesthetic comes through in her home and wardrobe.  It’s always calming and inspiring to be in her home.  But, of course, the star of the show is this amazing little girl, whose smile lights up the room.  Every time I get to photograph her she absolutely wins my heart.

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We had our first session when Josephine was a mere three weeks old, and I was delighted to bear witness to just how much her charm had blossomed six months later.  I love how the warm, neutral tones in their home help to accentuate Josephine’s beautiful blue eyes.

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We met for our third session just last month, before Josephine’s first birthday, when she and Kerry joined me for a mother-daughter session. It’s always such a blessing to be invited along on a family’s journey to capture these landmark moments.

I am so excited to see what the future has in store for this winsome, young family.

Bon anniversaire, Josephine!

– Nancy

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Bay Area Children’s Portraits: Happy Birthday Haedan!

I absolutely love having the opportunity to photograph children as they grow. I’ve had the honor of photographing this little one when he was still in his Mama’s belly, and again as a newborn. He’s now celebrating his first birthday; amazing how the time flies!

In the photo below, little Haedan is he’s wearing a hanbok, the traditional Korean dress clothes worn during traditional festivals and celebrations. I think the saturated colors of his outfit set against this verdant landscape is truly a stunning combination.

We did the photo shoot at one of my favorite locations, Mills College in Oakland, which also happens to be my alma mater. It’s like a photo playground for me, with so many great backdrops full of interesting color and texture. These long summer days are the perfect time to be out capturing images. Plus, giving kids some nature to interact with always keeps them interested!

-Nancy

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