Bubbly Toes

Can you say adorable? This kid was happy from the minute he woke up and stayed that way! We had such a fun little shoot with Graham who is now 6 months old and already a heart breaker. Too many shots to post...these are just a few favorites! Thanks Millington's for a wonderful afternoon.

Surprise!

Had a blast photographing the Tarbet's family session recently. It was a surprise birthday gift for mom/grandma. Can't think of a better idea. I met the the Tarbet's a couple of years back when I was photographing their sister Katie's wedding at the Ojai Vally Inn and Spa. Am thrilled I have been able to watch this family grow. I can't wait for our Christmas session! Happy birthday!!

Oh baby!

My heart is so full from these two shoots. I had the great honor of photographing both these couples weddings. I can't tell you how rewarding it is to watch a family grow. Welcome to the world Lucas and Sienna. Congrats Hornbuckle's and Brady's. Life is oh so magical...
xo, Amber

Life is oh so good....

What an amazing month this has already been. I sit and watch as spring comes to life.
"The beautiful spring came; and when Nature resumes her loveliness, the human soul is apt to revive also. "-- Harriet Ann Jacobs.

I feel revived and blessed. This month has brought such joy to so many I know. So in honor of how grand life really is I had to share some recent favorite images of the new mommies I know. Love to you and your beautiful new families...

Andrulaitis Family Portrait, Santa Barbara CA

I love this family! I have been photographing them Since Mary was pregnant with Eden! We had the best time at Alice Keck Park, looking at the turtles and playing in the tree's. As you can see Eden is gorgeous and gonna be quite the heart breaker, and Bode is just plain hysterical. He got us all rolling with his many, and I mean many silly faces. What a wonderful afternoon we had! Can't wait to see the card, Mary!

The Harris Family!

Brian and I got to go down to Sherman Oaks and photograph the coolest family! I have known the Harris's since their wedding a "couple" years back, and have been photographing them since! It was Lillian's second b-day (the day before the shoot). Can you say Dora was in the house. Everyone with children (or anyone who photographs them) knows Ms. Dora. From sinful Dora cookies (where the frosting is just as thick as the cookie) to the balloons. Too much fun! We also got a little time with Lillian's little brother Weston, who is just 6 months old. He is the sweetest baby and loves to smile. We had such a nice time catching up with everyone. I can't tell you what joy it brings me to be able to watch their family grow. As usual...I have the greatest job on earth. Happy b-day Lillian!

The Spang Family

What a fun shoot! These two kids are beautiful....am I right, or am I right? Heck, the whole family is stunning and they all have those amazing eyes. We had such a fun play date with the Spang's at both their home and the park. I shot extra because I really did not want to leave. It took every ounce of my being and a gentle tug from my better half not to snatch these two up in my arms and claim them as my own. Thanks Spang's for a lovely Sunday morning.

The Harris Family!

I just love these guys! I had the pleasure of meeting Sonya about 3 years ago when I photographed her parents 50th wedding anniversary. We actually re-created their wedding photo 50 years later....one of my favorite shoots. Bill & Sonya have been busy with their own 2 little guys ever since. I wish I could post all of the images, as we got a ton of great stuff, but here are just a few that I loved.