Sweet Little Surprise, Santa Barbara Newborn Photos

With 5 siblings awaiting his arrival, you can bet this little peanut was loved from the start. As with most of my newborn clients, I like to do newborn sessions at home so mama and babe are comfortable and relaxed. This family's house was just stunning and had the most beautiful natural light...I could not ask for more!

Mama had the most adorable nursery prepared which helped inspire so many of the photographs. The color palette was so subtle and gorgeous. Grey, white, cream, silver and highlights of gold made for some truly beautiful images that capture the purity of a newborn!

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I just adore this family (now 8 strong!) and had the best time documenting the arrival of this sweet little surprise.

Children's Photography, Santa Barbara CA

I just came across these adorable images I shot back in February during my Mini Session special!  How I overlooked not posting these images earlier, I am not sure... They are too cute!  This sweet little girl was just about to turn one year old and we captured these images just a week shy of her first birthday.  One year old babies are hands-down one of my favorite subjects to photograph... Their cute little rolls, big bright eyes, and chubby cheeks make it hard to put my camera down. 

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Wildflowers, Santa Barbara Children's Photographer

Spring in Santa Barbara is one of my favorite times of the year!  The wildflowers take over with their beautiful vibrant colors and make for some stunning backdrops for my outdoor photography sessions.  The concept for this photo shoot was to capture the playfulness and high-spirited energy of this sweet girl running amongst the yellow wildflowers.  This particular location is a special place for this family... They have been exploring and enjoying this area since their little girl was a baby.  I just love everything about these photos... Not only are they beautiful images to look at, they have significant meaning to this family and they will cherish them forever.  XOXO

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Outdoor Family Photography, Santa Barbara CA

I had a blast photographing Jen, Brian, and their adorable little boy, Jake, a few weeks back here in Santa Barbara!  I can't believe how big Jake has grown!  I just adore this sweet family and have grown very close to them over this last year while documenting all the wonderful milestones that have taken place in their lives.  From pregnancy to newborn photos and now Jake at 6 months, I am excited share and capture these special moments.  It means the world to me to be part of this exciting time!  Lots of love to you and your adorable family! XOXO

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Sweet Baby Jaimeson- Newborn Portraits, Santa Barbara CA

Sweet little Jaimeson was such a pleasure to photograph earlier this fall!!!  Only 10 days and just the cutest little thing.  She had a head full of jet black hair and the most petite features on her adorable face.  I just love photographing newborn babies... Although, it is very challenging at times, it is the most precious thing to see them all curled up for the camera.  With all my newborn photo sessions, I am always amazed at how tiny these little beings are.  The first few weeks go by so quickly... It's almost a blur.  I am so excited when I get to capture this short moment in time for parents... It really is magical!

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Little Girls and Pink Dresses- Outdoor Family Photography, Santa Barbara

As a soon to be mother of two boys, I must say there is a part of my heart that melts when I get to photograph little girls in pretty dresses.  I love the way they twirl around for the camera, so sweet and adorable!  These two girls couldn't have been cuter with their big round eyes and pink dresses!  It was a beautiful day for family photos at Chase Palm Park in Santa Barbara.  The pictures turn out spectacular and will make one amazing Christmas card!  The sun was shining and the cool breeze made us feel like fall is actually here to stay.

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Little Jake - Newborn Photos, Santa Barbara CA

There are no words for how sweet little guy is!  Baby Jake is so blessed to have such a loving family and I was lucky enough to photograph some of their first memories together.  Jake was so calm throughout the entire photo shoot and I was able to capture some very precious moments at their home in Santa Barbara, CA.  I just love newborn portraits... These tiny little people grow up so quickly!

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Isabella & Sweet Baby Jack- Newborn Portrait, Santa Barbara CA

It was my pleasure to photograph this sweet little guy last week in their home in Santa Barbara, CA.  We had a great photo shoot with Jack's big sis showering him with love...  So cute to see!  Oh, how I love sleeping baby portraits!  It took a little time to get baby Jack all comfy and cozy, but it was time well spent!  We got some beautiful newborn photos that melt my heart.  This little guy did amazing and has such a calm nature to him... Isn't he adorable!

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