Anjali. Our little angel.

Well, you saw the photos from the Marvin family gender reveal, which we shot at the incredible Heritage Museum of Orange County. But Miss Anjali had so many great shots on her own, that I figured this little performer deserved her own post. So here you go- Enjoy! (and I dare you to not smile while viewing.)

 
 

Surprise surprise.....

Shesha and Nikki have been eagerly awaiting the arrival of their second child. Anjali, their beautiful and vivacious firstborn, has been so patient in waiting to find out if she is going to have a little brother or a little sister. 

Of course they couldn't just send a text message or make a phone call. What would be the fun in that? So we decided to do a little stylized shoot to tell the world which gender the next Marvin would be. 

And today, ladies and gentlemen, the Marvin family is proud to announce.....

 
 

 
 

Thank you so much, Marvins, for letting me be a part of this big announcement- can't wait to meet the little man!!!

Surprise! Let's go outside!

Last minute surprise March Mini-Sessions! 

So many folks are waiting to book a session, but my calendar is getting so full. So this is for those of you who want a quick session for your little ones! 

Session includes:

20 minutes for up to four children under age 10

online viewing gallery

cd of 10 edited images

2 5x7 prints

Only 5 spots are available, so act fast! The absolute last day to confirm your spot will be Friday March 9th- all invoices must be paid by then, or your spot will be released to the next family on the list. Session location will be announced to participants once invoices are paid. Location will be in Orange County. 

Just Like Mommy. {Lifestyle Portraits}

My mother was the making of me.
~ Thomas Alva Edison

Some family love.

Well, I know I am the world's worst blogger. I post images from about one in every 15 to 20 sessions. The ones I post are random, and I really do need to get more consistent, as Facebook just screws with the quality of the image. But here on the blog, you have the opportunity to see photos in all their glory!

The S family are friends of friends, in the swing dance scene, and feel like an extension of my own family. You know, that cousin who moved out of state that you spent that one really awesome summer with, and now email occasionally? It was like a reunion with that person. Familiar, joyful, and nothing but smiles.

Truly, not only are my clients bringing the serious cuteness these days, but they are styling themselves like pro models! I love these guys, their style, their vibe, their joy.

Thanks for a beautiful day at what is quickly becoming one of my favorite locations!

 

So Very Thankful.

This year has been incredibly challenging for me, as this business has taken off in ways I couldn't have imagined. I have three small children, and a husband who travels for work, which means my time is limited more than you even know. Trying to run a business, respond to the dozens of emails and inquiries I receive a day, and still give my children the time and attention they deserve has proven to be a balance that I have not yet mastered.

But I will.

I love this job, I love this art, and I am determined to become more efficient to better serve my clients and my family.

To those of you who have stuck with me, and been patient in scheduling and in receiving your products, my heart just fills with love for you. Thank you for your patience, your support, and for letting me into your lives.

As a thank you to you, who have stuck it out and waited patiently, I've decided to do ONE more mini-session day this year! Spots will be on a first come first served basis, and past clients and those who have inquired in the past will be given priority.

There will be only 6 spots available, and this will be my last portrait availability until next year.

The details will be the same as the Fall Minis:

$99 for a 15-20 minute session

2 5x7 professional prints

5 high resolution digital images

with print release

The date will be December 3rd, location to be announced.

To book a spot, please email stephanie@intuitiveimagesphotography.com

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I do believe.....

... it's Summertime.

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By popular demand.....

A beautiful May Day in the park- and the option of horseback riding!

Session is open for portraits of babies, children, maternity, and families up to 4 people, horseback riding at additional cost.

Email for details: stephanie@intuitiveimagesphotography.com

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Baby Tess

Oh, that's right- I have a blog!!

Sorry folks- it's been B.A.N.A.N.A.S. here at IIP.

Do you know anyone without children who you just KNOW will be an amazing parent?

That's my friend Alyssa.

My high school friend and volleyball team co-member (I believe we were both First Team all League, right Lyss? :)), we lost touch after high school. But she was always one of those girls who I just knew would be a fantastic mom one day. Calm, cool, and collected, nothing phased the girl. Tough as nails, but sweet as pie.

So when I found out she was pregnant, I could not have been happier for her. She's the kind of woman we need having children.

She and her husband Anthony welcomed their little bundle of sweetness, Tess. She's petite, but feisty, and loves to snuggle.

Thanks, Alyssa, for letting me capture this amazing time in your life. Can't wait for her six month session!! (or sooner- I can just move in and photograph her all day :) )

xoxo,
Stephanie

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March Minis!!!

***UPDATE- MARCH MINIS ARE ALL FULL!!! THANK YOU!!! ***

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Impromptu Mini Sessions!

I haven't done a location Mini-Session Day in a while, and I've had some requests, so let's do it!

Ready, set, go!

Saturday, February 12th, from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm.

For just $99, you get 20-30 minutes shooting for up to three people (big or little:) ), an online viewing gallery, up to 10 edited images on cd sized for online sharing, and a $20 print credit!!

Can't go wrong!

 

Space is gonna go FAST, so if you want in, email me ASAP!

Location will be emailed to you at time of booking. 

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A personal touch.

I seriously LOOOVE when clients incorporate personal family items into their sessions with their kids! What better way to tie in past generations to this new life?

This is Mr. R, happily tucked into his grandfather's letterman jacket. I'm sure his grandfather will be so proud to have this image, a great representation of just a couple of his life's great accomplishments. :)

My favorite thing.

I read this article over on Photofocus, and thought I'd throw my two cents in. Photography is such a personal thing to me, and I feel it has many levels, so to pick my one favorite thing about it is pretty daunting. It's sort of like asking Santa Claus who his favorite child is. :)

But I've had quite a few sessions lately where the parents of small kids have been really focused on getting their kids to 'behave' or 'sit still and smile'. And while I totally get it as a parent, as a photographer, it's just not ideal. My favorite photos are those in which the kids are being themselves- playing, laughing, jumping, being rambunctious. And those usually end up being the parents' favorite as well, not just because it's a great moment in time to be able to capture, but because that's how we KNOW them. We play with them every day, we run and jump with them, we tickle them till they laugh and drool. And when they get older, start talking back, dating, and generally growing up, we can sit on the couch while we wait for them to make curfew and look at those photos and remember how it felt to hug them and swing them around in our arms. We can smell the sweet sweat of their little baby neck, feel their soft little chubby hands holding one of our fingers.

So, while it's not necessarily a one-sentence answer, that is probably my most favorite thing about this, as a business and as an art. It's the ability to freeze something so fleeting and so intimate, and the ability to crack open those emotions and memories every time you see an image.

What's your favorite thing???

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Holiday Mini Sessions!!!

Well, since we now have the studio as an option for portraits, I decided to offer TWO different Mini-Session days! One beach day for those who want a casual California-cool setting, and one studio day for those who want a more traditional and formal feel for their family portraits. 

We're doing these in October this year, so you have plenty of time to get your prints and/or cards ordered and mailed. And luckily for us, the beautiful California climate stays beach-worthy long after Halloween!

Not only am I offering two location options, but I'm also offering two package options for each location! There's one basic package that includes the session, an online proofing gallery, and a cd of all your edited images, and there's also a more deluxe package that includes all that PLUS an 8x10 professional print and 25 CUSTOM DESIGNED holiday cards!

Can't wait for these- they're gonna be GORGEOUS. :)

(Beach location will be announced closer to the Session Date.)

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Brand New Babies!

If you or anyone you know is expecting a new little addition, check out our Baby Steps Program.  It captures the entire first year of Baby's life, including a maternity session with Mama! (You know, so the new parents can put the camera away and get some sleep...)

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Double the Love

I've known Lauren since high school.  Well, actually I guess I should say we knew each other in high school.  We lost touch after she graduated (a year before me) and just recently reconnected through Facebook.  She was expecting twins and on bedrest, and let me tell you something.  I could not imagine a better mom.  She is the most patient, kindhearted, sweet person I think I have ever encountered.  And of COURSE she s a teacher.  We need more like her.  Anyway, I was so excited she allowed me to photograph her beautiful babies.  They were born healthy, strong, and around six pounds each! Matthew and Lena are so blessed to have each other (automatic best friends!), such incredible parents, a network of grandmas to help love them, and I am so blessed to have met them.

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