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Top 10 Reasons to do Family Holiday Photos in the summer.

Holiday photos in the summerLet’s face it, this summer Christmas is probably the last thing on your mind. But did you know that summer is the best time to take family photos for those holiday cards? Here are my top ten reasons why you should book your family portrait session today.

#10. Easier to book. It’s easier to get a weekend appointment (or an appointment at all).

#9. Sun-kissed skin. You will still have that fresh, summer glow instead of that winter pallor.

#8. A chill photo shoot. Your session will be more relaxing, because you don’t have to worry about fitting it in to your busy holiday schedule.

#7. Bragging Rights. You can tell your friends that you got your holiday cards finished early!

#6. Clothing Sales. Fall clothing is on sale. You can pick up a really cute outfit for every member of your family at a discount. Check out www.peekkids.com for amazing outfits for kids 12 and under.

#5. Beautiful weather. The weather outside is amazing this time of year–and oh those spectacular sunsets.

#4. No Crowds. You won’t have to fight the masses at the popular holiday portrait spots.

#3. Holiday Card discount. You will get 20% off of your holiday cards when you place your print order at the same time.

#2. The Savings. My Christmas in July package (good thru 8/31/15) is only $299 (reg. $499), so you’ll save $200 right off the bat.

#1. Those Family Portraits. Because you aren’t holiday shopping, cooking for holiday parties or traveling to grandma’s house, you will actually make the appointment. And you’ll finally have creative, contemporary portraits of your family that you will enjoy for years to come.

Contact me today to book your summer holiday photos: kristin @ blueskysstudio.com or call 949-510-3862

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Christmas in July Photo Sessions

It’s that time of year again. The time of year I bring back one of my most popular specials: Christmas in July.

Check out the details and email me today too book your session!  They are filling up fast.

Christmas in July Photo Sessions

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Two Babies on the Beach before 8 AM

What do you get when you ask two Mamas and their families to be ready for a photo shoot by 7:45 am?   You get a virtually private beach, happy babies and the whole day in front of you to enjoy.   The hardest thing with photographing babies is hitting the sweet spot for timing.  Since small babies typically nap 2-3 times a day, I have found that mornings really work best.  Despite a little June Gloom, the beach still looks beautiful, more like a watercolor backdrop, and the babies are happy…. well for the most part.

Will and Ella gave us lots of smiles, a few small tears and a whole lot of baby time for both Deseree and me!  Thank you so much to this beautiful family for getting up early and trusting us that it would look amazing!  Here is a little sneak peak!  Don’t miss the slideshow at the end!  Enjoy:

To see more highlights from this session, enjoy this slideshow:

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Happy Mother’s Day: Laguna Beach Family Portraits

Everyone warned me that Junior year of high school was killer.  Between academics, standardize testing, school activities and trying to perform in the pool, I feel like my son Cameron never gets a break.  I want time to slow down, because I know the next year or so will go by way too quickly.  I am sure senior year will be filled with friends and fun and I will get limited opportunities to spend one of one time with him before he leaves for college.  This has been in the forefront of my mind as I quickly get in the last of the graduating class of 2015 Senior Photography Sessions.

I am always thrilled to photographer seniors before they embark into adulthood.  Really, it is the last opportunity to have a photography session planned that solely focuses on who the senior is today.  It is even better when Mom gets involved.  I have photographed Noelle for herself and for business in the past, and I was excited to include her in her daughter’s High School senior photography session.  Since the Wheelers have unfortunately, not done many family sessions over the years, we decided to make this about all the girls in the Wheeler family and do a sister’s session as well.  Here are just a few of my favorites from the session.  There were really just so many beautiful images and the girls were naturals in front of the camera!  Enjoy!

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The Simpson Family: Laguna Beach Family Photography

I love a gal that comes completely prepared, and who is a little afraid of wearing white pants.  Allyn Ann and family showed up in the Newport Back Bay with super cute outfits on as well as backup outfits just in case something got dirty.   We started by showing Georgia the cute ducks on the farm that I visited most Sunday evenings as a kid.  She asked where the cows, chickens, horses and piggies were?  This two year old definitely has a little spice to her personality… another thing I love especially in 2 year olds.

Like most photography sessions that include two year olds, it felt a little like directed chaos.  Georgia ran back and forth chased by Jeremy, her Dad, or by her sweet Mama.  She shared with Desi and I that her Grandpop calls her Sugar and her Mama say “love you”!  I couldn’t stop smiling.  I ran behind with my camera and tried to distract her my asking her what color are the flowers, and what do they smell like.  In the end we got some many sweet images.  Here are just a few.  Don’t forget to check out the video at the end for more cute portraits!  Enjoy!

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