We recently partnered with Sutter Roseville hospital’s Family Birth Center and are so excited that our newest exhibit is now hanging there. Thanks to the collaboration of various people at Sutter, ourselves, and our amazing PR person, there are now 17 framed wall portraits in the main hallway at the birth center. We have a special place in our hearts for Sutter, as our youngest, Teagan was born there (and we had an amazing experience!). In addition, a great many of the babies and kids we photograph were also born there. Our hope is that women (and dads) walking those hallways awaiting the birth of their baby will find a happy distraction in the portraits of other people’s beautiful babies and families. Check it out…you may just see someone you know gracing their walls!
We met the Tsibel family this spring thanks to our good friends at the Silver Spoon, who referred them to us (thanks ladies). They are now Bebe Collection members and we’re so glad! Helen and Garri were so at ease with little S–something we don’t always see with 1st time parents. We loved this first family image so much it is now hanging as part of our exhibit at the Sutter Roseville hospital Family Birth Center (more to come on that…). For those of you who might be looking for an orthodontist, we have to mention that Garri (a.k.a. Dr. Tsibel) is right here in Roseville next to Mikuni. I’m sure we’ll be paying him many visits in our future!
I knew it was going to be a fun senior session when Stef and I first met Michelina. She wanted the edge of a fashion shoot, but also a “soft flowy” look in a grass field. We were able to do both and Michelina just nailed the look in both environments. She did so well, the second image here won Best in Show last month at our Professional Photographers of Sacramento Valley group. Quite the natural, Michelina did great even when standing knee deep in weeds (with heels!) and surrounded by big lights. It was a great time!
In an effort to get the preschoolers accustomed to writing their names, Mrs. Ralston has the kiddos trace a template every morning. All the kids do the job faithfully and simply, but for the last few months, one student has been giving a little “extra” to the signature.
I’ll give you one guess which kid that is…
We met the lovely Sechler family through our friends at Dr. Valdez’s pediatrics office in Roseville. Their boys are so, so cute, and the baby in particular gave us so much fun stuff! I especially loved this family image, as it just seems to ooze love and affection, and that was definitely apparent throughout their session. These are two very loved little boys, and it shows. We have been once again enriched by another wonderful family–thank you!
Photographing the Zander’s as they awaited the arrival of their first baby was especially fun for us because he happens to be our dentist. They made the decision to have these portraits made fairly last minute–their sweet baby girl arrived barely a week after these were taken! Heather was amazing to photograph and looked unbelievably awesome for how far along she was. Can’t wait to share the adorable images of sweet baby Bella…stay tuned!
The temperatures soared today and so did the girls on our super swanky Slip N Slide. Who knew $14.95 could buy so much entertainment? Word got out fast, and soon there were a couple of neighborhood kids wanting a ride. I never saw our girls so proud of a piece of plastic.
p.s. they are not in jail, I had to shoot through the fence to keep the exuberant splashing off the camera.
A few weeks ago we held an event at the Silver Spoon Children’s Boutique to raise money for the Susan G. Komen for the Cure foundation. We were absolutely thrilled with the turnout and raised nearly $1000 for the cause! Thank you to all that participated, it was a wonderful time. Here are a few examples!
Meet the Milnes family, including their dog Lucky, who you can see making an exit from the frame in the top image. Lucky wasn’t so keen on the whole family portrait idea, but at least we all knew the effort was there to include her! We were out with the Milnes on a beautiful spring evening (okay, it was hot, let’s face it!) and had the best time. We especially enjoyed letting the boys toss around the football and witness their close relationship. We couldn’t get over how handsome their boys are…and either could mom when she saw the images! For those of you Friday Night Lights fans, does young R look like a mini Tim Riggins or what?! James and I couldn’t get over it! Yet again we are reminded of the awesome gift we have been given when were are asked to document people’s beautiful families. Thank you Milnes family for letting us be a part of yours!
Little Mr. Karavlan was here for his 2nd Bebe session, and you might remember big sis Sophia as our cutest kid contest winner. Obviously good looks run in the family! J is seriously one of the happiest babies ever, but I’m sure that’s because he has such a great family. We’ve grown so fond of the Karavlans and feel lucky to call them friends now. I’ll say it again…we have the best job ever!
