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Kristen’s 15th Birthday at The Crossings at Carlsbad

Michelle — Fri, 04 Jun 2010 16:12:02 +0000

“In the Cuban tradition a young Cuban girl is regarded as a woman at the age of fifteen. The “Quinze Fiesta” or the 15th Birthday Party is an important day in the life of a young Cuban girl, it’s the parting from her childhood and her entry in the adult world.” from havana-guide.com

All of Kristen’s family and friends gathered to celebrate her birthday at The Crossings at Carlsbad. Kristen and 14 of her girlfriends partnered with 15 boys for a long choreographed dance to open the party. That’s 30 teenagers! These kids were amazing, polite, and so sweet. The girls were a bit shy when it came to photos, but the boys didn’t let me down.. they hammed it up big time! The dance was incredible! The practice these kids must have put in to pull off such a performance. It was so much of fun to watch.

Thank you for a wonderful time! ~ Annie

Onica is positively glowing!

Michelle — Tue, 18 May 2010 16:25:42 +0000

Bill photographed Onica and Brent’s wedding last july, and now they are expecting their first baby! Onica and Brent are hilarious! They kept me giggling all evening at the beautiful Montage in Laguna. We lucked out and got a beautiful day, topped off by a gorgeous sunset. Onica and Brent, I can’t wait to meet your new bundle! xoxox ~ Annie

ps. Onica, put your feet up! Photographer’s orders

Arwen’s Senior Portraits

Michelle — Fri, 14 May 2010 03:56:48 +0000

“May Gray” showed up early this year (as it usually does!) which is fine for photos, except when you are trying to get a beautiful sunset shot. Since Arwen is graduating in June, and the announcements needed to get in the mail, we did a 2 part senior session! It actually worked out great! We spent the first session walking around downtown Carlsbad, a favorite of mine! Then for part two, we started off at Magee park, then headed down to the beach to catch the sunset. Arwen is such a gorgeous girl, I’m so pleased with the photos we got! Thank you Arwen!! ~ Annie

Jake’s three month session!

Michelle — Tue, 11 May 2010 20:15:30 +0000

Jake is pure yumminess! His big blue eyes, his strawberry blond hair, and his big wide grin! I have such a hard time editing my baby photos. As a mom, I know how each subtle expression is a emergence of their little personality! It is the most amazing thing in the world to watch your baby grow into who they are. I am captivated by babies, that bundle of possibilities! Thank you Kristin and Joel (and Jack) for allowing me to be a part of Jake’s life! xoxoxo~ Annie

Railey’s 9month shoot!

Michelle — Mon, 03 May 2010 23:14:13 +0000

I cannot believe Railey is already 9months old! It seems like it was only yesterday I was shooting her newborn session! She has grown so much, and oh boy her cheeks.. they are just scrumptious! For her 9month shoot we headed down to the beach and park. I had such a great time hanging out with Railey and her parents. Thank you for a fabulous time! ~ Annie