What do I even say about this great family other than I LOVE THEM! We had so much fun on both of our shoots. One on the beach, the other up in the California Poppy Reserve. Along the way, I was officially initiated into the family. Woohoo! (I had secretly been hoping for that for several months). True friends seem to be so few and far between so I feel lucky to have found them. They really are spectacular and make the world a better place just by being in it. Can’t wait to see you again. Love you guys- Tara

I love this fun family! We took pictures by a great pond at Bridgeport up in Valencia. Along with taking pictures, I taught the kids how to make geese calls. Well, I bribed them into thinking they were actual geese calls in order to get them to smile. We had a lot of fun with each other (and the geese, who mysteriously would swim away anytime the “calls” were made). It’s amazing what you’ll do as a photographer in order to get a smile. It’s a good thing I know this family well. They will always be great family friends! Here’s a little preview…your pictures are in the mail.

Well, she’s here and she couldn’t be cuter. As I edited these fun pictures I couldn’t help but want a girl. How fun to have bows and ribbons and tights and dresses. I’m sure going to miss this fun family and seeing their kids grow up.  The first four pictures are when she is 9 days old and the last two - she’s a month.  She’s getting cuter by the day!

I love this fun family. We both moved to Santa Monica at the same time last year and have been friends ever since. Their little boy is absolutely adorable and a great playmate for my little ones. I only wish I looked this good eight months pregnant! Can’t wait to take baby pictures!