I can't remember when I picked up my first camera, but I can remember certain moments when I had a camera in my hand - my first darkroom when I was 10, my first official "photography job" at camp when I was 14, the moment the words ISO, aperture and shutter speed FINALLY made sense (thanks Me Ra!). In between all that I have been a hairstylist, a graphic artist (still a side job!) and mom blogger, I've spoken on photography and design at blogging conferences, worked with Proctor and Gamble, Sabra, Lee, Sony, published authors and high-profile bloggers. But the camera kept calling me back - especially after I had my two boys. What was a familiar friend became a passion. On the personal side - I am a fabulous friend, a fan of all things awesome (including, but not limited to: cupcakes, ruffles, my ipad, mustard yellow and grey together, anything vintage, mason jars, funky aprons and a good steak), a fabulous photographer (DUH) and mom to two of the nuttiest little boys I know. I love finding out what makes people tick and will probably ask a million and one questions - How did you come up with your kid's names, how did you and your husband/fiancee/best friend/significant other meet? Your favorite cupcake flavor (yellow cake, chocolate frosting for me)...

Kaitlynd & Kailee|Redlands Children's Photography

April 15, 2010

These sweet girls came all the way from Alabama to have ME take their picture…

Ok, they are my best friend’s daughters, and they were out visiting family. But with only a hiccup or two, these sassy 7 year olds were ready to work that camera!