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This baby is so amazingly cute. She is so adorable. Here are a few of Jennifer and Eric’s favorite photos from our shoot, where they introduced baby Abigail to the camera for the very first time. Abigail did not cry once and she hammed it up with the family heirloom quilt. She is a total “happy baby” and was a pleasure to photograph. I can see why some photographers only do baby photography as I had a lot of fun! Of course the hardest part can be getting them to look at the camera as in this opening shot, but when they do, it’s magic! Enjoy the set!

Here are some photos of my friend Charnella. She came over the other to update her portfolio since she is a Jazz dancer and needed some new shots. I was so happy to hear that she had a role in Circus du Soleil’s LOVE Show in Las Vegas.

This is what we came up with pretty quickly. I love to reconnect with old friends through my photography. It keeps me creative and learning! Thanks Charnella for a great shoot! Hope to see you on the big stage again soon!

Nusrat and Ash were married on Saturday March 20, 2010 in the morning at their home, the traditional place for a Muslim wedding ceremony to take place. I was scheduled to arrive for their reception, as the ceremony, is more of a religious and private event, whereas, the reception is the place where lots of photos are being taken and bride gets dressed in extravagant clothing for the party. We started at their home where the bride was still getting ready, then went outside for some quick shots, before heading down the street to a park for a couple of formal photos. From there, we headed over to Chandni Restaurant and Banquet Hall in Fremont, Ca. It was my first time shooting there, although they have multiple weddings happening there each weekend in their large space. Since we had lots of traffic on 880 due to an accident I had lots of time to get room shots, detail shots, and even have a couple of samosas.

Once the bride and groom arrive, it’s pretty much all photojournalism for the rest of the night, except for a few posed family photos. Ash paid out heavily that night to get his shoes back……..but all in all, everyone had a pleasant time!

Maternity photo shoots are a wonderful way for me to reconnect with my past wedding clients. It’s a totally different experience than the wedding day and a lot more rewarding, simply because I feel like I am on a journey with them through their love for one another. When you can be there for the engagement, wedding day, maternity session, and first baby portrait, it really makes me feel special and a part of something beautiful. No other job seems to be as rewarding and interesting in my opinion so I am truly lucky to be given the honor.

Nami and Ray were married February 22, 2009 at Freedom Hall and Gardens in Santa Clara. We had the opportunity photograph their wedding and we were amazed with this couple the second we met them. They are just the nicest people and so chill. When two sweet people get married, you just have to shed a tear it’s so sweet.

When Nami emailed to tell me they were expecting, I was a little surprised. I felt like I had just shot their wedding and now they were already expecting. Turns out, almost a year had passed and to me it felt like a couple months. It’s true, time flies!

Nami and Ray came over to my home studio for the shoot and I knew I wanted try something different for this shoot. As opposed to using a black backdrop, I opted for bright white seamless paper for a “high key” look, which I have never done for a maternity session. Although I love black, I think the white worked well too.

If you are an expecting Momma and would like a maternity photo shoot in Los Gatos or surrounding cities, drop us a message. We are offering specials for portrait packages in April and we would love to create some art for you!

Below are some of my favorites from the shoot and we look forward to doing the baby’s first portrait soon! Congrats Nami and Raymundo!