MENDOCINO COUNTY ENGAGEMENT SESSION : ERIKA + LORENZO : REDWOOD VALLEY

When I very first spoke to Lorenzo about his Wedding, he told me that he wouldn't trust his to anyone else. After all these years...all the opportunities we've had to share in this most precious day? It still stops me in my tracks when I hear those words. 

Trust. That's a big thing...to me? One of the biggest. 

I'm both honored & blessed to be spending the day with Erika + Lorenzo next month...especially after having the chance to work with them, now, for a few Engagement photos!! They are not only totally adorable - they share that innocence & youthfulness that is so easily forgotten when you get to be 25+ years in, like we are. Sooo refreshing!

 They gave me a little warning that they hadn't really had professional photos together before - and, might need a little extra guidance...

 ...and, the endless laughter begins!

Perfection.

 Lorenzo was so proud to share the Estate with us where he works.

They just finished building this suspension bridge over the Waterfowl preservation area & it was just gorgeous! (just hope those paw prints we found were from something having a drink - not dinner!)

Okay - let's head back up to the house for a few photos out back!

Beautiful Erika!! xo

 The entire Estate was breathtaking - I could shoot here all day!

 ...sorry, guys...but, the lighting is JUST right - one more kiss!?

 ...okay, Lorenzo? You look at me...

 Erika...go ahead & slide your hand up his arm a bit...

 Oh yaah...we liiike biceps! "-)

 I am so, so thrilled to have the opportunity to get to know you both better - Niels speaks quite highly of you + your Family. We are positively honored to share in your day - and, if what you just shared with me is any inclination of your Wedding day?! We're about to have the BEST DAY EVER!! xo

NORTHERN CALIFORNIA : HEALDSBURG : MATERNITY FAMILY SESSIONS

Oh my...our Fall + Winter months have been a complete blur! ...add in our overwhelming love for all things 'Holiday' & I completely ran out of time to share photos! Since I still have all these gorgeous people sitting on my Computer staring at me - let's play 'catch-up', shall we?!

Smack dab in the middle of two Weddings back in October, I ran down to Healdsburg to shoot two beautiful Families mid-week. Both had flown in for some down-time & I was so excited to have the opportunity to get together! Neither was necessarily going for a 'maternity' Session, but I wasn't about to pass up the opportunity to snap a couple cute bellies while we were at it...!

You might remember Jennifer + Casey from their fun Wedding back in 2013? Now they have an adorable little Miss for me to play with - who should be a big Sister very soon! I LOVE getting to spend a Wedding day with a couple & then see their Family progress over the years - such a blessing!

 awww - beautiful Momma...!

 Alright, let's get that little one out of her seat & see what she can do! 

PERFECTION!!

 Hey, cutie pie!!

 Casey + Jen have a really fun personality together - I know their Family has some AMAZING adventures ahead of them for many years to come! Especially if the Giants keep tearing it up out there! "-)

 ...ohh...the hair grip! I remember those days! "-)

THANK YOU, Simas Family, for letting me know you guys would be in town - I'm so excited I got to see your beautiful little girl & I can't WAIT to meet the new addition!! xo

Next, I headed to a beautiful Vacation Rental nestled in a Redwood Groove right along the river to meet with Erin + Mark! They were JUST Married back home in New York, but knowing it was Marks' life-long dream to visit THE Redwoods? They picked this spot to unwind after the festivities for a quick Honeymoon...! A strategic call from a bestie back home & viola'! Local photographer to capture it for you! (what a perfect gift!!)

 I was thrilled to find such beautiful spots to shoot in, as most of California was so dry & brittle!

They have COLOR!!

 These two were just beautiful together - I so would've LOVED to be at that Wedding! hee hee

 Mommy has GOT to be exhausted after all excitement + traveling...THANK YOU, both, for being so great to work with! (Mark - did I get the PS'n right for ya?! lol)

 Wow! What a spot to unwind! 

 Yup! He's living the dream, baby, living the dream...! "-)

I sure hope you guys are all settled in & loving 'Married Life' + enjoyed a little quiet time - 'cause I think that baby is just about HERE?!?!? CONGRATULATIONS & Thank You for allowing me to share in such an amazing time of your Lives! xo

NORTHERN CALIFORNIA : UKIAH VALLEY : MATERNITY FAMILY SESSION

SOMEONE'S Baby Shower is just about to start & I wanted to get this wonderful Session posted just for them!! xo

Yesterday, I had the privilege of playing Photographer with this beautiful, young Family!

Our kids go to School together & Meagan reached out months ago to get this Maternity Session on the books! Having done the School Photos for Gavin? I knew we would have way too much fun! He's a doll!

You may recognize our barn from many past Sessions. It makes the perfect back-drop + gives me the perfect light to start with as we wait for the late-afternoon light to settle in...my favorite starting point for a photo shoot! Let's go, cuties!

Meagan!! OMG - - gorgeous, gorgeous Momma!! And, her hair looked positively amazing!!!

 One thing that was totally apparent as we shot? Gavins' love for his Family...he's a snuggler. Shhh...don't let him know I told ya...!

...of course, he likes to be goofy, too!

Before leaving the house, I wanted to get a couple softer shots just for Momma...

Next we trekked up the mountains just a bit to a spot I just adore...

PERFECTION!

The boys were so patient while I turned my attention to this beautiful, glowing Mommy...

Those eyes!!

Denton + Meagan are still technically 'Newlyweds' - didn't wanna miss this traditional shot!As we headed out of the hills, I asked Gavin if he wanted to stop on this fun Tree I spotted for a moment. His joy & excitement for his new baby sisters' arrival was evident throughout the shoot today - but, I wouldn't be surprised if he maybe...just maybe...has a few tricks to teach her when she's ready!?Soon - very soon - this photo will have a beautiful baby girl to add to it!! ...wishing you an AMAZING  & very smooth journey as you start your new Beginnings, Ramsey Family!! May your new Life be filled with joy, peace & lots, LOTS of good sleep!! xo