Catalla Family: Pierpont Inn

July 30, 2013April 7, 2014Leave a comment

Upcoming nuptials and a grandson on his way – what better reason to get together for family photos?!

When my friend, Reg, asked me to take photos of her parents, sister, brother-in-law and soon-to-be husband; and when she said they’d be spending the weekend at the Pierpont Inn in Ventura (just 20 minutes from the office), I knew it was meant to be. They’re such a close-knit family, and I spent the afternoon enjoying their company, and even feeling the closeness I share with my own parents and sister because of them.

Antonio Family – Oxnard, CA

November 30, 2012March 26, 2013Leave a comment

I’ve been friends with Gwen since college, so we’ve known each other for about 15-16 years (UCI! zot! zot!). She is one of the nicest and kindest people I know (with a hidden mischievous side that peeks out now and then, of course) and there’s not a person who meets her that doesn’t think the same. I got to spend an afternoon with her and her family at Via Marina Park up in Oxnard the weekend after Thanksgiving, and after a few hours with her parents, I could see why Gwennie is as awesome as she is.

Tito Larry and Tita Yoli (mom and dad Antonio) are soft-spoken, yet friendly. Gwen’s younger brother, Jason, his wife Trishia, and their two boys, Julian and Xander are goofballs. Dale, Gwen’s soon-to-be-hubby, is quiet, but get him laughing and soon you’re cracking up with him.

Thanks for such a great time, Antonio Family! Can’t wait to spend the whole day with all of you at the wedding!

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Ambitious: The Day of Four Sessions

November 11, 2012January 28, 2013Leave a comment

I can do this, I thought to myself. I can do four family shoots in one day if we’re all at the same location, right? It should be fine, right? =) It was totally fine, mostly because I loved everyone who stepped in front of my camera.

Having this Disney Annual Pass is awesome! And what’s even more awesome is that I have fun people to go with. That first Sunday in November was such a great day! Four family sessions at Cali Adventure, and then the rest of the day to eat, ride rides and spend some time with some of my favorite kids.

~ Ballon Family ~

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