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Almond trees blooming is a sign that Spring has arrived in Northern California.  I definitely had to take advantage of this treat from nature and do an almond blossoms photo session.  Lissa and her daughters were a delight to photograph in this almond blossoms Mom and me shoot. Lissa and I were definitely excited to […]

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Almond Blossoms Photo Session

Yao Family Mom and Me Shoot | Stockton, CA

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Karisa wanted to do something special for her daughter’s 3rd birthday.  Her daughter is heads over heels in love with the Toy Story movies.  So when Karisa asked me to do a Toy Story inspired photo shoot for her daughter, I got really excited!  It is not everyday I get to shoot a theme like […]

Mom and daughter posing idea

Birthday Photo Session

Birthday Photo Shoot | This Little Cowgirl is 3! | Micke Grove Park – Lodi, CA

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  Extended Family Sessions are always a fun and interesting shoot!  This type of session keeps me on my toes because I have to think about a wide range of poses and make sure everyone is engaged. The Engaling clan was the largest family I photographed this year with 17 family members.  What an honor […]

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Extended Family Session

Extended Family Session | Engaling Family | Golden R Ranch, Stockton CA

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Lissa is a dear family friend so when she asked me to do a family session at her home, it was a no-brainer yes! This backyard family session was extra special because all the kids were home. They were also celebrating a birthday! Lissa’s mom was turning 84 and I was only too happy to document her at-home party too.

Mom and Dad seated with kids standing during a backyard family session with Gia Chong Photography at Stockton, CA

Families

Backyard Family Session | Yao Family | Stockton CA