Baby Spencer | Infant Session | Redwood City Family Photographer

I am often asked what is the right length of session for newborn photography. And I always recommend a full 2-hour session, because babies are unpredictable. Since infants, when possible, are photographed in their sleep, they don't tire from the session, the way that older kids might. And it is good to have extra time, which may go towards feeding or changing a diaper or even calming the little one down.

But Spencer proved all my theories and experience wrong. :) When I arrived, the little guy was already prepped and ready for me in a pretty wicker basket wearing only a diaper, with fabulous light coming in from a large window. He slept through our entire 45-minute session and even let us reposition him a little to get him into the cutest baby poses.

Here are some of my favorite shots from the session:

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Thank you, Spencer and family, for a wonderful session! I look forward to taking more pictures you and watching you grow!

Until next time!
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"Style Unveiled" features Beth & Kevin's Historic Sand Rock Farm Wedding!

So excited to have Beth and Kevin’s beautiful Santa Cruz wedding featured on Style Unveiled!

Their wedding was a little over 6 months ago and looking at the photos again brings back all the excitement of that day!

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Congratulations, Beth and Kevin, on having your wedding featured! It was beautiful and thoughtful and deserves to be shared with the world!

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Baby Irene | 6 Month Session | Palo Alto Family Photographer

Photographing babies is extremely gratifying. But photographing a smiley, adorable, hand-knit hat clad 6-month old is a prize!

Irene and her family were absolutely fantastic and I am very grateful for the wonderful short session we had at Stanford University.

Here are some of my favorites:

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If you are wondering how a 6-month old is standing behind the chest... I couldn't tell you. Sometimes, I suppose, when you want something badly enough, it just happens. Like I said, Iren was just wonderful!

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A portrait of the gorgeous mom and dad. Is it me, or does anyone else see a Cameron Diaz similarity here? Or maybe Meg Ryan? Anyway, mom looks like a star!

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Thank you, Irene and family! You were wonderful!

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Alexandra & James | Engagement Session | Santa Clara Wedding Photography

When I arrived at Santa Clara University for my engagement session with Alexandra and James, I knew we were in luck. The entire campus is in bloom and absolutely gorgeous. The Wisteria alone is to die for. But then there were roses and more roses and then the rose garden! Just wonderful!

And Alexandra and James, who were nervous about posing, turned out to be so natural. Nothing to it -- kiss and smile and enjoy a lovely day with the one you love! It was a real pleasure to work with you both!

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Notice that formidable lock on the gate? That's for real. I am not going to comment further, only to say that this couple is unstoppable -- I love it! :)

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A portrait of their wonderful dog, Chloe, who had been waiting patiently in the car for the session to end. I did not even know she was there until we were about to wrap up, or I would have used her in more of the photos!

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Congratulations, Alexandra & James!

Until next time!
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