Baby Olivia’s Birthday Doljanchi and Doljabi

Baby Olivia’s first birthday celebration (doljanchi) was such a joy for me to capture. As part of the event, we all enjoyed watching her during the doljabi ritual, when a spread of objects was laid out for her to choose from, each item symbolizing a different path in life. [ read more … ]

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Sachin & Karina’s Oakland In-Home Baby Family Portrait Session

Last time I saw Sachin and Karina was 6.5 years ago for their surprise proposal in the woods of Oakland, and this time I got to see them in their beautiful house to photograph their precious baby boy Niam. How time has flown! [ read more … ]

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Baby Niles | San Francisco In-home Lifestyle Newborn Session

Baby Niles’s nursery is absolutely picture-perfect. Everything in his room is so cute and cohesive — letters, pictures, lots of elephants (Anna’s favorite animal), and their very protective puppy guarding baby Niles the whole time. [ read more … ]

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Fun San Francisco Beach Family Photos

It’s time for Leo’s half-year shoot! I’ve had so much fun watching Ruth’s family grow over the past few years, and with how fast kids grow up and change, every shoot has brought something new. Leo was such a cheerful little baby, and we all had a great time with these San Francisco beach family photos on a warm, sunny evening. [ read more … ]

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Eric, Michaela, and Noelle: An Adorable Proposal at Battery Spencer

Eric & Michaela’s proposal was the most adorable proposal. While on a family trip to San Francisco with their baby daughter Noelle (just a month younger than our own Aubrey!), parents and baby made their way up to Battery Spencer to enjoy the beautiful sunset colors and its unique view of the Golden Gate Bridge. [ read more … ]

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