All Grown Up: Morelos Family

Pure silliness and just plain antics! That’s what Kuya Francis, Ate Jenny, Matthew and Samantha are! Unfortunately, Kuya Francis wasn’t feeling well on the day of the shoot, so it was more about Matthew and Samantha and, because they’re such scene stealers, it really couldn’t have gone any other way.

Matthew and Samantha are just hilarious. Born just a couple of years apart, they’ve got the typical brother-sister relationship at their age that is just so fun to be around. They tease and punk each other constantly, but they’ve also got that caring side that they probably don’t like to show off just yet, haha!

I can’t believe how grown up these two are. I was at the hospital the day that Matthew was born and I remember holding Samantha when she was just this tiny little bubble of curls. Now they’re these kids that just love to keep everyone around them laughing and entertained. Knowing what a joker their dad is and what a talented lady their mom is, the apples really didn’t fall far from the tree.

ARRGGHH MATEY: COLIN’S 3RD BIRTHDAY

Ain’t no party like a pirate party! Jake and the Neverland Pirates is all the rage these days and Colin is a super fan! Aside from running around the indoor playground, the birthday celebrant couldn’t help but bust a move as soon as the theme from his favorite show came on through the loud speakers. Colin loves to dance!

I can’t believe it was just a year ago since he Mickey Mouse party. So privileged am I to have friends who trust me to capture their special days. And I love just watching the kids grow! Happy, happy birthday, Colin!

Our First Christmas: Valles Family

I had the pleasure of shooting quite a few family shoots this holiday season and first up were the Valles Family. Jonah (my godson, woot woot!) was born just this past summer and already he’s such a character! It’s always hit or miss when you’re taking photos of babies and kids, because there’s no telling what exactly will get them to smile or laugh. But before we left the house, there was one thing we couldn’t forget to bring – Jonah’s elephant rattle.

“Just rattle this when it’s time to take the picture,” Ate Tin said. “He loves it!”

With the camera on the tripod, I had a free hand to shake that rattle before every shot and wow, it did wonders because Jonah was smiling practically all morning. What a cutie, and what a heartbreaker this little godson of mine will be when he grows up!

Can’t wait for Jonah’s 6-month shoot, Ate and Jeff!