Wednesday, May 25, 2011
Joel's 21 day birthday
Meet Baby Joel. He visited us for his 21 day birthday on May 21st with his Mommy and Daddy. Joel enjoys eating, sleeping, taking long strolls on warm nights and his pacifier:) He is also a fabulous model, although he would never admit it himself.
Monday, May 16, 2011
The Mommy Glow
I was overjoyed to be able to get some maternity shots of my older Sister, who is anxiously awaiting the birth of her first baby. I love going back and looking at our mother's maternity shots from the 80's and know that Baby Girl E will appreciate these beautiful images of her gorgeous Mommy:)
I'm headed to the Philadelphia area in mid-June to meet Baby E and can't wait to capture her newborn pictures! I look forward to sharing all her photographic milestones, so stay tuned!
Until then, I have been busy stocking up on newborn tutus, headbands and everything possible to spoil Baby E silly. Here are some of my favorite LA shopping spots for luxury baby clothes and accessories:
Fred Segal in Santa Monica
Mechie on Venice Blvd
Poppy Store in Brentwood Country Mart
Bel Bambini in West Hollywood
Until then, I have been busy stocking up on newborn tutus, headbands and everything possible to spoil Baby E silly. Here are some of my favorite LA shopping spots for luxury baby clothes and accessories:
Fred Segal in Santa Monica
Mechie on Venice Blvd
Poppy Store in Brentwood Country Mart
Bel Bambini in West Hollywood
Friday, May 13, 2011
Harold the Bear
Meet Harold the Bear, a very (or dare we say beary) special client of Classic Kids in Santa Monica:) Harold joined us for our recent "Lovie Project" to benefit the Good Shepherd Center for Homeless Women and Children in LA.
Harold's owner, Gayle Cooper, heard about our Lovie Project in the local paper and jumped at the opportunity to photograph 3 very loved and priceless family heirlooms. Harold, however, has an especially wonderful story. He has been loved for generations!! Here is his story as told by Gayle Cooper:
"Harold the Bear arrived from Germany as a gift to my Mother from her Uncle Harold in 1923. However, Herr Bear, with his unique, masculine, grizzly demeanor proved to be a bit too "hairy" for a newborn's taste."
Harold was packed away and sat undiscovered in a closet until his owner was old enough to appreciate all he had to offer. He later became a most beloved member of the Cooper Family.
"Harold was gifted to me (Gayle) in 1945 and later handed down to my grandson, Matthew, in 1967. Harold rivals famous Paddington the Bear (also photographed for the project) in miles travelled, having been Matthew's faithful companion throughout England, France, Hawaii, the Middle East, and even a nostalgic return trip to Harold's home in Germany."
Harold is now 88 years old and still going strong. He has a few dings and discolorations, but we think he looks pretty great for his age! See Harold below in his earlier years:)
Matthew & Harold (1970) Gayle & Harold (1949)
A big thanks to Gayle and Matthew for sharing Harold with us and for the donation of several new Lovies for the kids at Good Shepherd!! Your generosity is truly appreciated:)
Harold's owner, Gayle Cooper, heard about our Lovie Project in the local paper and jumped at the opportunity to photograph 3 very loved and priceless family heirlooms. Harold, however, has an especially wonderful story. He has been loved for generations!! Here is his story as told by Gayle Cooper:
"Harold the Bear arrived from Germany as a gift to my Mother from her Uncle Harold in 1923. However, Herr Bear, with his unique, masculine, grizzly demeanor proved to be a bit too "hairy" for a newborn's taste."
Harold was packed away and sat undiscovered in a closet until his owner was old enough to appreciate all he had to offer. He later became a most beloved member of the Cooper Family.
"Harold was gifted to me (Gayle) in 1945 and later handed down to my grandson, Matthew, in 1967. Harold rivals famous Paddington the Bear (also photographed for the project) in miles travelled, having been Matthew's faithful companion throughout England, France, Hawaii, the Middle East, and even a nostalgic return trip to Harold's home in Germany."
Harold is now 88 years old and still going strong. He has a few dings and discolorations, but we think he looks pretty great for his age! See Harold below in his earlier years:)
A big thanks to Gayle and Matthew for sharing Harold with us and for the donation of several new Lovies for the kids at Good Shepherd!! Your generosity is truly appreciated:)
Baby Julia's big photo day
Proud Parents Tommy and Carolina Gallardo were so excited to bring beautiful baby Julia in for her very first professional photo shoot. We were equally excited to work with baby J, whose adorable smile and contagious laugh lit up the studio! Check out these proofs from Julia's big day. We can't help but smile when looking at these. What a wonderfully happy baby!!!
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