CYO C H A M P I O N S

The boys 5th Grade CYO team won the championship game against St. Vincent. The boys played their hearts out until the final second, winning by one point. The 5th grade team had great coaching by the Baldwin Brothers. The coaches worked hard with all the kids and it was so nice to see that all the kids got their playing time and a chance to show their stuff. This has been the best managed and coached team ever in our CYO experience.

Thanks boys for a great game, it was so much fun to watch.

Here is a slideshow so the boys can see the exciting game!

Introducing Maria Elizabeth

I had the pleasure of meeting my new cousin Maria Elizabeth Vilderman about a week ago. She is a beauty just like her mother. Maria was a perfect angel as we moved her here and there. Her Daddy Alex was a great help as we used him as our prop; it is amazing to see this little baby fit in the palm of her Daddys hand. There are so many times now that I wish I could go back to those times; to look in awe at the perfect little baby resting in your arms. They go by so fast.

Here are a few of my favorite images of baby Maria. I hope you enjoy them.

and here is the slideshow, it takes a few moments to load.

Angelina Samayoa WHS Class of 2008

Angie chose Julliard Park and Luther Burbank Gardens for her Senior Portraits on a cold Sunday morning, not the most ideal time to take portraits; but Angie is one busy lady; we had to fit the pictures into her busy schedule with the drama department at her high school. It is pretty obvious that Angie who is obviously beautiful on the outside is just as beautiful on the inside; she is poised and mature, such an delightful young woman. And she has great style; I loved all her outfits; with her matching jewlery and cool boots; she looked sharp and so well put together. I really enjoyed meeting Angie and her family and I hope they love the images we created together.

and here is the slideshow; Angie is currently into the "oldies" and I hope she likes the song I chose for her; please be patient it takes a moment to load.

Araina Hyatt - Rancho Cotate Senior Class of 2008

Araina came recommended to me from some of my favorite Seniors this year; Caly and Rocky. I LOVE beautiful eyes; and Miss Araina has them. They are so blue and sparkly I thought they were fabulous. This time of year the fall colors are fading; but luckily we found some beautiful colors at the winery called Russian Hill. I think we have some beautiful images for Ariana I hope she loves them.

I have too many favorites; so I am showcasing some of her Senior Session Album Pages














and here is the slideshow; please be patient as it loads

The Beller Family

The Beller Family came together for Thanksgiving weekend; and arranged to have their family portraits made to celebrate Mom and Dad's 50th wedding anniversary. Bill and Flo have been married 50 years and they both still have twinkles in their eyes. I love the images we made together on that beautiful fall morning; and I hope the Beller Family will love them too.

here are a few of my favorites; the first three are from the session album, then just a couple of cute ones of the Bill and Flo.











and of course no blog post would be finished without a little slideshow, please be patient while it loads... it is worth the wait.

Tatiana - 17 months

Tatiana had her 17th month portraits taken at Luther Burbank Gardens; Her Daddy played in the leaves with her as I followed her around the park. I don't think she was too happy with me and my camera at first; but she warmed up enough to ignore me and enjoy her afternoon in the park. I can't ask for anything more.

and the slideshow, it takes a moment to load.

Eisenhauser Family

The Eisenhauer Family looked beautiful for their family portrait. I love family portraits when everyone can smile on demand, it makes it lots of fun for me. Danielle and Hailey were both so pretty and I think we made some lovely images that will be long time treasures. Thank you Eisenhauers; I loved your session and I hope you love your images.