Go Speed Racer! April 12, 2008

Jandro’s Grandmother has been training him to be a bike racer. He does a few laps around the block every day. She tells me how many and how well he is doing and that he has to wear certain shoes…I’m thinking, “oh, that’s nice”

Well, today I took him on his laps. OMG!!! He is fast. I actually had to come back and change into running shoes so I could keep up with him. He is only 2 and he is riding a tricycle! Imagine how he will be when he has his Carbon steed all tricked out with 10 speed Durace! Of course by then it will probably be 13 speed!

Here is a camera phone pic for your enjoyment!

I love my boy!

Something personal March 31, 2008

This post was edited to add the following:

OK, OK, I posted this a few days ago. Everyone replied “Oh yeah, it is great but there is only one picture of Jandro”. Here are a few more. These are his year collages from which the bike collage was inspired. I will continue to do them every year until he runs out of wall space.

This is the original post:

I hardly ever post anything personal, much to the dismay of my family. There is just no time! This weekend I took a few minutes to do something I have wanted to do for months. Jandro got his first bike for Christmas, you can only imagine what a big deal it was for us. We had just as much fun as he did on his maiden voyage. I decided right then that I wanted something to hang on the wall to remember the occasion. Here it is. It is 12″x12″ and will be delivered by Wednesday. I can’t wait to get it, frame it and hang it up!!!

A Manhattan Beach Family Portrait March 27, 2008

I had a great time shooting with this family. They are really wonderful people not to mention very easy on the eyes.

Now, how often do you actaully get one of these where everyone was actaully looking at the camera?

This is Sara’s family. Sara was the one who organized the event. Doesn’t she have a gorgeous family?

And Sara’s sister Lisa with her beautiful family

Of course, mom and dad

And some fun ones!

As a mother of a boy, I know and love this connection

Thanks guys! I had a great time!

Guess who’s walking? March 25, 2008

Cameron Rose! I cannot believe it. She is 1 year old. We went out with the fam to have a celebratory photo shoot. It was fun but windy!

with mom

with dad

She still has those beautiful blue eyes!

Cameron caught some serious air here!

Lindsey and Jesse - Engagement March 21, 2008

Lindsey and Jesse are a great couple. They are easy going, fun and gorgeous! I had a great time shooting these two!

We started out high above the Pepperdine campus, where Jesse goes to school

Lindsey goes to school in Texas and was visiting for spring break

We were shooting at a 911 memorial at the tippy top of Pepperdine, overlooking the Pacific, it was breathtaking

Next, we headed over to El Matador beach. A spot that Jesse suggested, it rocked!

They are getting married in December in their home town

I think this is my fave. I could not decide if I liked it better in color or the split tone

Love this one too

Thanks you guys! I can’t wait to see your wedding pictures!

Only 1 more session left for March! March 14, 2008

I never imagined when officially launched my portrait business last June that I would be writing this! I never really knew how much I would love doing portraits until I started doing them semi-regularly. I love them!!! Babies, Families, Seniors, even engagements. I am thrilled to announce that I have only 1 more session available for the month of March. If you were thinking about booking a session, give me a call now or you may have to wait until April.

In December I decided to launch my very own dedicated portrait site. It is in the works and I hope to have it ready in the next month or so. Of course there will be a big launch celebration including specials and a mailing, please drop me a note if you would like to be added to the mailing list. kristine@kchephoto.com

Of course I am still doing weddings, they were my first love in photography and will remain a large part of my business. Now you will have someone to do your family portraits when your rugrats arrive!

We’re back! March 6, 2008

Hi Everyone! We are back and in our new house! We are still not completely unpacked. I am guessing that will take another month or so since we are sooo busy but at least the computers are back on line and we are shipping orders and doing album designs again!

Cameron Rose, our first baby plan customer just celebrated her 1 year birthday!!! In honor, I am posting the story board that we did of her. It is 10×20 and framed and it looks awesome!! We will be doing a 1 year shoot soon and of course I will post. Until then, enjoy!!!

We are homeowners! February 12, 2008

After saving and planning and looking for a house for 3 long years, we finally hit the perfect storm of the real estate market: Lower housing prices, low interest rates and a bit of money in the bank for a down payment! We will be moving to Torrance starting this weekend, about 10 minutes from our current location.

Please be advised that the studio will be closed for about 2 weeks, from Feb 18th until the 29th. I will work hard to get album designs out that have already been submitted this week. All others will be completed after March 1st. I will be available by phone so if you need to schedule a consult or need a print asap, please call me at 310.346.9384 and I will do my best to get it done. I will also be availabe to shoot portraits/engagments but please expect about 2-3 weeks before I can do proofing.

Thanks for your understanding! We are so excited and looking forward to a great year in our new place.

A blog post could not be official without an image. Here is a picture I took of the Point Vicente Light House in Palos Verdes at a Wedding this summer.

Sue and Jay - 2/2/08 February 8, 2008

Sue and Jay was our first wedding of the year and let me tell you, it started off with a bang! My favorite part of this day was just seeing these two interact. They have a great love and respect for each other that you can feel in the air. Here are some of my faves from the day.

Sue was a stunning bride

The very handsome groom

Jay had a beautiful gift delivered to Sue right before the ceremony

Loved the church, St Elizabeth Ann Seton in Rowland Heights

We went to a park near the church for some pics before the reception. It was freezing but Sue and Jay were great sports!

I think this might be my fave of the day

Jay’s dad was also his best man, he was very proud and excited!

Love this one of Sue’s family having fun

Sue and Jay were referred to us by The mom of Krissi of Krissi and JT, thanks Barbara!

January Canvas Sale - Extended to February 15th January 15, 2008

If you have been to my place since Christmas, you have seen the fabulous canvases that now grace our walls. Thanks to Heavenly Portraits for the amazing images! I thought that this would be a great oppurtunity to run a canvas sale!

The best thing about canvases is that you do not have to frame them. Often with large prints or artwork, you bring them to the fame store and discover that the framing for your art may cost more than the art itself! A canvas will arrive ready to hang with a beautiful depth to it.

Order your canvas through January 31st to get these great deals!

Any canvas 16×20 and above - 15% off

OR

Order a 30×40 canvas and get a 24×30 or smaller canvas for half price

This offer is good for any past wedding or portrait client. Anyone who has a portrait session or wedding booked with me may pre-order at these awesome prices.

Please call me 310.346.9384 or e-mail kristine@kchephoto.com for details!