The single most important component of a camera is the twelve inches behind it.

   - Ansel Adams

 

It was a teacher who put the first camera in my hand, just a little 35mm but to me it was magical. I took pictures of everything and just couldn't wait until that Friday when I would get to go into the darkroom and develop them. I didn't know then, but hanging out behind that lens would one day become a passion.

While putting myself through school I took a job at a portrait studio and fell in love again. It wouldn't be long before I realized that this is was what I wanted to do for the rest of my life. I ran a studio for the next 6 years.

When my 3rd child was born I made he decision to stay home, due to his special needs, he needed mommy full time and so the decision was simple. When he was a year things settled and he was doing great so with the support of my wonderful husband I decided to go into business for myself. This gave me the ability to still be able to have a career I was in love with and to also be able to be there for my family.

They have always been the most important thing in life to me and capturing our memories means so much that I knew I still wanted to also do that for other families. 

   Along with sessions at my studio in Hayward, Ca I also offer outdoor sessions at many different locations in and outside of the Bay Area.  Even with all my experience I am still constantly learning new things to better my business. I have  gone to school for photography and you can always find me in some online class. Since safety is of the upmost importance to me I am CPR and Newborn Safety Certified.  My favorite clients are toddlers with big personalities and I am always known for having lots of patience with children, I take my time and do my best to make sure at the end of the session you got exactly what you were looking for. 

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